The Moberly girls golf program graduated its top player, but the Lady Spartans return eight. While state-qualifier Alessia Oliver departs, coach Jared Van Cleve’s Lady Spartan squad will be led by three seniors.

COVID concerns are less on the golf course, but Van Cleve says one precaution is to leave the flag stick alone.

Moberly coach Jared Van Cleve and the Lady Spartans are scheduled to open at Kirksville Tuesday with Palmyra and Battle. You can hear the full interview by going to the Magic City Sports Talk page in the sports section.