College softball: Aurora University vs. Milwaukee School of Engineering
Aurora University’s Alex Thiel hits in game two of a doubleheader Saturday, April 26 against Milwaukee School of Engineering at Spartan Athletic Park in Montgomery.
York High School baseball aiming for State, strong hitters
By Bobby Narang The York High School baseball team is looking for another trip to the State tournament this spring. But the Dukes, despite a senior-loaded team, are a vastly different squad this season. The Dukes have finished in fourth place in back-to-back seasons in Class 4A, mainly led by
White Sox 2025 season questionable; look back to 1959
By Woodrow Carroll After an 8-1 Opening Day victory over the Los Angeles Angels, fans of the Chicago White Sox started to think that last season’s 41-121 (.253) debacle had been put behind. No, true realists had no illusions about the White Sox suddenly becoming contenders. But, maybe better times
27th East Aurora vs. West Aurora alumni game
East Aurora High School alumnus, Tom Okapal, right, is fouled by a West Aurora alum Friday, April 11 at East Aurora.
Downers Grove North baseball still strong in 2025
By Bobby Narang Despite losing several big-time, program-building players from last season’s team, Downers Grove North High School is among the best baseball teams in the area. The Trojans (11-1 and 3-0 West Suburban Silver) opened up a three-game conference series against Proviso West, looking to gain some momentum heading
Names in 1950s worth recalling: Lane, Dressen, Parker
By Woodrow Carroll Frank Lane, Charlie Dressen, and Buddy Parker. Three names from the sporting world that were often mentioned in the 1950s. Each one a study in how not to operate when things were in your favor. At least for the moment! First up we have Frank Lane. Lane
College Lacrosse: Aurora University vs. Lawrence University
Aurora University attacker, Tyler Foerstel, center, is double-teamed by Lawrence University defenders Saturday, April 12.
College softball: Aurora University vs. Concordia Wisconsin
Aurora University outfielder Alex Thiel (2) scores at home against Concordia Wisconsin Saturday, April 12 in game two of a doubleheader.
East vs. West alumni basketball game April 11
The 27th annual East Aurora vs. West Aurora alumni basketball game will be Friday, April 11, at 6 p.m. at East Aurora High School, 500 Tomcat Lane in Aurora. Proceeds will benefit the Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission is $10 for adults, $8
High school baseball: Lyons, Wheaton Acad., big seasons
By Bobby Narang Lyons High School senior pitcher, Tucker King, is aiming for a big final season. The Cincinnati recruit fine-tuned his mechanics during the offseason to put himself in a position to lead the Lions’ pitching staff this season. As a junior, King finished with a 7-2 record with
Collegiate basketball end game; recalling the past
By Woodrow Carroll With a 65-63 victory over Houston in the title game, the Florida Gators laid claim to the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship. The title is third for the Gators, who captured back-to-back crowns in 2006 and 2007. For the Houston Cougars, it was another close, but, no
College Basketball NCAA Men’s Division I tournament champions
2025: Florida 65, Houston 632024: UConn 75, Purdue 602023: UConn 76, San Diego State 592022: Kansas 72, North Carolina 692021: Baylor 86, Gonzaga 702020: Canceled due to COVID 192019: Virginia 85, Texas Tech 77, ot2018: Villanova 79, Michigan 622017: North Carolina 71, Gonzaga 652016: Villanova 77, North Carolina 742015: Duke
College softball: Aurora University vs. Dominican University
Aurora University’s Stephani DeBise eyes a pitch in game one of a doubleheader against Dominican University Sunday, April 6.
College Basketball NCAA Women’s Division I tournament champions
2025: Connecticut 82, South Carolina 592024: South Carolina, 87, Iowa 752023: LSU 102, Iowa 852022: South Carolina 64, UConn 492021: Stanford 54, Arizona 532020: Canceled due to Covid 192019: Baylor 82, Notre Dame 812018: Notre Dame 61, Mississippi St. 582017: South Carolina 67, Mississippi St. 552016: Connecticut 82, Syracuse 512015:
Big changes in Nazareth baseball, looking strong
By Bobby Narang Nazareth Academy High School’s baseball is under a big changeover this spring. The Roadrunners are aiming for another big season after a strong run over the last several seasons. The Roadrunners have one of the best teams in the State in recent seasons, finishing with a 37-1
March Madness’ mighty Final Four, no Cinderella story
By Woodrow Carroll You could see it coming as soon as the 2025 Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament field was set. Basically, there were going to be few upsets and surprises along the way. Still, the favorites, and we are talking about the heavy favorites in this case, ended up reaching
NASCAR: Hamlin wins Cook Out 400 in Virginia
By John Schutt NASCAR Cup Series, Cook Out 400, Martinsville Speedway, Martinsville, Va., Sunday, March 30. Pole position was set by Christopher Bell and following was Chase Elliott. Driver for Penski, and last year’s NASCAR champion, Joe Logano, spun out with 78 laps to go in the final stage. That