West Aurora High School’s football program has announced its 25th annual “Battle of the Big Butts” competition for area high school linemen at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 10 at West Aurora High School Football Stadium, 1244 Plum Street, Aurora. Mike Runge, West Aurora assistant football coach and Big Butts coordinator,
Oswego High School softball team celebrates winning the Class 4A IHSA State championship Saturday, June 14 against Barrington.
By Bobby Narang Barrington High School veteran coach, Perry Peterson, did the math before Saturday’s game. The Hall of Fame coach was seeking his first State title in his illustrious career. Barrington and Oswego were slated to battle in the Class 4A State championship softball game at Louisville Slugger Sports
The Little Ten Conference softball coaches have selected the following players for All-Conference recognition for the 2025 season. *Denotes an unanimous selection Serena (9-1) *RayElle Brennan (Sr…C/3B/SS), Four-Time Selection, third time unanimous *Jenna Setchell (Sr…SS/P), third-time unanimous selection *Maddie Glade (Sr…P/1B), repeat unanimous selection *Lanee Cole (Sr…2B) Brynley Glade (So…OF)
For the first time in Aurora University history, athletic training students will compete at the annual National Athletic Trainers’ Association Convention June 26 in Orlando, Fla.. Jacob Perez, Shane Krummick , Christina Roszkowski, and Bethany Koman qualified for the national competition by taking home first place at the Great Lakes
Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) will host a benefit bus trip to the Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers baseball game July 30 in Milwaukee. The outing will raise funds for Aurora Lions Club free vision exams and eyeglasses for local youth said Dick Schindel, outing coordinator and Lions past
By Bobby Narang In fitting fashion, the final soccer game of the 2024-2025 season required some additional time. O’Fallon High School and Naperville North were in a battle in the Class 3A girls State championship game at North Central College Saturday, June 7. O’Fallon relied on a reliable and veteran
By Woodrow Carroll The term off season is a misnomer. At least when it comes to professional sports and major college athletic programs. Long ago, it became obvious that to stay on top and maintain that competitive edge, it was going to be a 12 months of the year effort
Waubonsee Community College held its Annual Athletic Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony May 22. Highlighting the event was the formal enshrinement of the 1970-1971 men’s basketball team into the college’s Athletics Hall of Fame, along with the induction of record-setting Women’s Basketball player Julianna Wadsworth. In addition, Waubonsee
Oswego High School girls softball team celebrates winning the IHSA Class 4A Oswego Sectional June 6.
By Bobby Narang Wheaton Warrenville South High School senior Amari Williams had a full circle experience last Saturday. On Eastern Illinois University’s (EIU) blue track, Williams was proud of his uphill climb to be among the best hurdlers in the State. Two years ago, Williams was primed for an eye-opening
By Woodrow Carroll Last season college football expanded its major college (Football Bowl Subdivision) playoff system to take in 12 teams. By all odds, the expanded format worked out well, although there were a few teams left out who felt slighted when the 12 teams were announced. The Ohio State
By John Schutt NASCAR Cup Series, Coca-Cola 600, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord N.C., Sunday, May 25. William Byron took control of the race on lap three and held on to that lead for four stages. On the last eight laps, Ross Chastain took the lead and the win! In second
By Bobby Narang Rosary High School junior Katie Kostro made a point to keep her weekend simple. Kostro was aiming to move up a few spots on the Class 2A State track and field podium in the high jump. “I’ve been working really hard during the season and grown physically
By Woodrow Carroll Former NBA All-Star, Dick Barnett, passed away in late April. A solid player who forged a 14-year career in the NBA, Barnett touched shoulders, at least marginally, to some degree, with a long list of notable sports figures along the way. Born and raised in Gary, Ind.,
The Little Ten Conference baseball coaches have selected the following players for All-Conference recognition for the 2025 season. **Denotes a unanimous selectionNewark (10-2)**Jackson Walker (Sr…3B)**David Ulrich (So…C)**Eastin McBroom (Fr…P)Toby Steffen (Jr…SS)Kiptyn Bleuer (So…P/OF)Hinckley-Big Rock (10-2)**Martin Ledbetter (Sr…C/P/1B), four time unanimous selection**Skyler Janeski (Jr…P/SS, repeat unanimous selection**Jacob Orin (Jr…IF/OF/C), repeat unanimous
