Like other high schools in Missouri, Ray County schools are prepping for another fall sports season. Fall sports practices kicked off on Aug. 7, as permitted by the Missouri State High School Activities Association. Here are some images of coaches and student athletes with the Richmond, Orrick and Norborne Hardin-Central (NHC) programs at work the first week of practices, captured by Shawn Roney, Richmond News sports editor. Look for additional pictures in our Aug. 25 issue.