Minooka has plenty of experience to fall back on, particularly on offense, as it sees little reason to deviate from what has worked.

Marengo lost some key contributors to graduation. The Indians hope a senior class that saw plenty of work during the spring, along with junior QB Josh Holst, can provide a solid base to build around this fall.

Loyola in 7A? Joliet Catholic in 4A? The 2021 fall schedule is out, and the lack of postseason in 2020 had a significant impact on the multiplier and success formula. How many teams will choose to play up?

After the heartbreak of a 2016 Olympic semifinal loss, former St. Francis star Kelsey Robinson is motivated to bring home the gold this year in Tokyo with the favored U.S. women's volleyball team.

A vaunted passing attack doesn't ever seem to be in the cards for the Wilmington, but that doesn't mean the Wildcats don't try to prepare for the need if it arises. Still, they are happy to wear down opponents with their ground-and-pound attack.

While Wheaton native Thomas Jaeschke is finding his second trip to the Olympics very different in the Tokyo 'bubble,' he is making the most of the experience, and has helped the U.S. men's volleyball team to a 2-1 start in pool play.

Crystal Lake South’s Alexis Pupillo, who hit .594 and led the Gators with 13 homers, 10 doubles, 37 RBIs and 46 runs scored, recently committed to the University of Northern Iowa.

Former Yorkville Christian basketball star Micah Schnyders, who just completed his first season at Eastern Illinois, is excited to 'give back' with the 'Hoops 4 Hunger' basketball skills clinic August 14 at Yorkville Christian. Open to boys and girls from kindergarten through ninth grade, all benefits will go toward the Kendall County Food Pantry and other local food pantries.