The Huntley girls' track team, who took second place at the IHSA meet this spring, got official kudos from Village officials
Huntley middle infielder T.J. Jakubowski showed lots of growth as a hitter during his junior season and carried that over with a strong summer. Earlier this month, Jakubowski announced his commitment to NCAA Division I Bradley.
Mike Frericks, a 2009 Crystal Lake South grad, is excited to take on a new challenge as Prairie Ridge's new football coach. Frericks takes over for Chris Schremp, who won 187 games and three Class 6A state championships in 22 seasons.
Prairie Ridge pitcher Riley Golden dominated late in the season for the Wolves. The left-hander announced his commitment to NCAA Division I Wisconsin-Milwaukee last week.
McHenry Community High School will host the first McHenry Runathon, a one-hour event on Saturday, Aug. 10 at McCracken Athletic Field that will help raise money for the school's boys and girls cross country teams. Runners of all ages and skill levels are welcomed.
Brian Frericks, a 2013 Crystal Lake South graduate, welcomed his first child (daughter Makenzie) with wife Katina last week and was officially announced as Prairie Ridge's newest boys basketball coach.
Jacobs definitely will miss linebacker Paulie Rudolph, a four-year varsity player and leader, but the Golden Eagles are confident they will have a strong defensive unit with a lot of players returning.
The Bismarck, North Dakota-based Missouri River Naturals 13U team will represent the 38th state to compete in the McHenry County Youth Sports Association’s Summer International Championships.
Burlington Central senior point guard LJ Kerr, also a standout on the football field, has enjoyed a busy and productive summer on the basketball court. Kerr and Patrick Shell are among those players hoping to take a big leap for a Rockets' team coming off a 21-11 season.