Grouped together, the team smiles for a photo. The sign off is for softball. The Richland Softball team will have their first game on January 24, 2026.
Grouped together, the team smiles for a photo. The sign off is for softball. The Richland Softball team will have their first game on January 24, 2026.
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Hitting it off

Softball players sign letter of intents
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Akshara Varma Kovvuru and Kaden Wortham
December 11, 2025
Pirate
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Smiling at the camera, senior Shelby Botts and her family stand for a picture. The eyepatches contribute to Independence Community College's mascot, the pirate. "My personal goals for this season are to have a good defensive season while catching," Botts said. "I am also hoping to stay consistent while hitting the whole year."

Click the photo above to view a slideshow of photos from Richland’s last varsity football game of the season.

Who: Shelby Botts and Sam Riley

What: Signing of Letters of Intent

When: Wednesday, Nov. 12 @ 3:45 p.m.

Where: Richland High School – MPF

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