College softball: Aurora University vs. Alma
Aurora University softball player, Carly Clemens, hits a double against visiting Alma College in game one of a doubleheader Saturday, March 15.
College hockey: Aurora University vs. Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Aurora University freshman defenseman, Keaton Lipsett, (23), left, celebrates his third-period goal against University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Saturday, March 15, at Fox Valley Ice Arena in Geneva.
Kane County Cougars new owners, REV Entertainment
REV Entertainment announced Monday, March 17, its purchase of the Kane County Cougars. The American Association of Professional Baseball approved the new ownership team last week, following approval by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. “We are honored to become the new stewards of the Kane County Cougars and
High school boys basketball final postseason results, March 5-15
Saturday, March 15IHSA State Tournament – 4AChampionshipBenet Academy 55, Warren 54Third placeEvanston 73, Rich Township 70IHSA State Tournament – 3AChampionshipChicago DePaul College Prep 55, Chicago Brother Rice 52IHSA State Tournament – 2AChampionshipChicago Dyett 52, Althoff Catholic 41IHSA State Tournament – 1AChampionshipChicago Hope Academy 71, Eastland 38 Friday, March 14IHSA State
Aurora City Council honors high school State champions
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council honored the Marmion Academy wrestling team Tuesday, March 11 at the City Council meeting. Marmion won the Class 3A State championship Saturday, March 1. It was the School’s first State championship. In addition, Chase Maier, member of the Oswego East swim team was
Montini girls basketball takes 3A State championship
By Bobby Narang The Montini girls high school basketball team is back. Well, at least back on top of the mountain. After an illustrious run, during the Jason Nichols’ era, the Broncos endured some ups and downs the last few years. But Saturday, March 8, the Broncos restored some of
Rich history of men’s college basketball tournaments
By Woodrow Carroll For collegiate basketball fans, the regular season has come to an end. Now, it’s on to tournament time. A period that takes a hold of the sporting public in a way that neither the World Series or the Super Bowl can match at times. College basketball crowned
High school boys basketball schedule March 13-15; results March 10-Feb. 28
Thursday, March 13(Semi-finals)University of Illinois (State Farm)IHSA State Tournament – 1ASt. Anthony vs. Hope Acad., 9:30 a.m.Peoria Christian vs. Eastland, 11:15 a.m.IHSA State Tournament – 2AAlthoff vs. Christ the King, 2Dyett vs. Manual, 3:45IHSA State Tournament – 3ABrother Rice vs. St. Patrick, 6:30DePaul vs. Glenwood, 8:15 Friday, March 14IHSA State
High school girls basketball playoff results 2024-2025
IHSA State Tournament – 4AFriday, March 7SemifinalsChicago Kenwood 61, Alton 55Fremd 80, Loyola Academy 74Saturday, March 8Third placeAlton 54, Loyola Academy 44ChampionshipChicago Kenwood 65, Fremd 44 IHSA State Tournament – 3AThursday, March 6SemifinalsChicago St. Ignatius College Prep 48, Washington 33Montini 50, Quincy Notre Dame 41Friday, March 7Third placeWashington 60, Quincy
High school female wrestling champions: Gochis, Carr
By Bobby Narang Kaneland High School sophomore wrestler, Angelina Gochis, concluded a stunning season with another memorable performance Saturday, March 1. A year after winning her first girls state championship, Gochis made it 2-for-2 with a victory over Crystal Lake South sophomore, Annalee Aarseth, in the 110-pound state final at
College conference history, Northern Illinois, UIC
By Woodrow Carroll Northern Illinois University’s football history dates back to 1894 when the school first fielded a team. Keep in mind that the school did not achieve university status until many years later. For the sake of continuity and clarity, the school will be called Northern Illinois from here
High school boys basketball schedule March 7-15; results Feb. 28-26
Friday, March 7IHSA State Tournament – 4A – 1A(Sectional championships) Monday, March 10IHSA State Tournament – 4A – 1A(Super-sectionals) Thursday, March 13IHSA State Tournament – 4A – 1A(Semi-finals) Friday, March 14IHSA State Tournament – 4A – 1A(Third place) Saturday, March 15IHSA State Tournament – 4A – 1A(Finals) Results Friday, Feb.
College basketball: Waubonsee Community College vs. College of Lake County
Waubonsee Community College guard James Parker (22), a Metea Valley High School alumni, drives to the basket against College of Lake County Friday, Feb. 28.
High school boys basketball schedule Feb. 28; results Feb. 18-25
Friday, Feb. 28IHSA State Tournament – 4A – 1A(Regional Championships)Schedules depending on results Results Monday, Feb. 25IHSA State Tournament – 4A(Regional – Quarter-Final)Benet SectionalBolingbrookNaperville Central 75, East Aurora 39Waubonsie ValleyOswego 60, Plainfield Central 28St. Charles East SectionalAddison TrailWillowbrook 65, West Chicago 54GenevaSt. Charles N. 74, Elk Grove 34New Trier SectionalHighland
High school wrestling spotlight: Munaretto, Stewart, Serio
By Bobby Narang A year after watching teammate Ben Davino take centerstage at the Class 3A state individual wrestling tournament, St. Charles East junior Dom Munaretto had his turn in the spotlight Saturday. And he took full advantage of the moment. Munaretto added his name to an illustrious list of
McClymonds High, sports greats, breaking race barrier
By Woodrow Carroll There are a number of high schools around the country that as soon as you mention the school’s name there is almost instant recognition. And, very often the recognition is based on the school’s athletic achievements. With that in mind let’s hone in on McClymonds High School
NASCAR Cup Series: Bell and Byron win races
By John Schutt NASCAR Cup Series, Ambetter Health 400, Atlanta Motor Speedway, Atlanta Ga., Sunday, Feb. 23. Ryan Blaney won the pole, but it was Christopher Bell who won the race. Carson Hocevar took second place, Kyle Larson third, Ryan Blaney fourth, Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. fifth. Josh Berry won the