Loyola quarterback Jake Stearney didn't want to wait any longer to make his college decision, committing to Colgate last Friday. Plus notes on Marist's Jamel Howard Jr., Nazareth's Justin Taylor and Gabe Kaminski and Mount Carmel's Darrion Dupree.

Loyola junior Brooks Bahr knew he couldn't wait any longer after he visited Michigan earlier in March, committing to the Wolverines a few days later.

Loyola's Brooks Bahr is getting closer to realizing his dream of playing college football with his recent offers. Plus notes on Brother Rice's Roderick Pierce III, St. Ignatius' Justin Scott and Marist's Ryan Sims.

Check out all the CCL/ESCC football players who signed their letters of intent on Wednesday.

Loyola tight end James Kyle thought he'd never play football again because of blood clots in his lungs. Now the Rambler is fighting for a chance to fulfill his collegiate football dreams, thanks to help from his doctors, and in part from Bears legend Olin Kreutz.

St. Rita's offense is rolling in the playoffs and will face a tough Wheaton North defense in the Class 7A state title game Saturday. Plus notes on Loyola's impressive run in 2021 and CCL/ESCC teams playing for titles.

Lockport took down top-seeded Loyola on the road on Saturday in the Class 8A semifinals, leading the Porters to their first state-title game since 2003.

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Lockport secured a spot in the Class 8A state championship game Saturday with a 35-21 victory over Loyola in a Class 8A semifinal game in Wilmette.

Loyola's offense will try to regroup after scoring three points in its Class 8A quarterfinal win over Lincoln-Way East. Plus notes on Fenwick's "emotional" win, CCL/ESCC Blue dominance and All-State players.