After 16 years at the helm, Sandburg boys soccer coach Jack Ferraro has retired.
Ferraro last season became the latest coach to surpass the 300 victories. He finishes with 312 career victories, averaging 19 per season. The Eagles advanced to six state quarterfinals and captured two championships under Ferraro.
Disney Showcase: A number of area boys and girls players are showcasing their talents this week at the annual Disney Soccer Showcase at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando.
The eight-day event features more than 30,000 players from across the country, making it one of the leading college recruiting events in the U.S. Next week, I’ll update you as to which area players opened some eyes.
Still looking: Downers Grove North’s Paul Hogan had the attention of college coaches on Wednesday at the Third Annual Pepsi Showdown College Showcase at the Sports Zone in Melrose Park.
The senior, who earned a spot on the Tribune All-State team after posting 26 goals and nine assists this season, is looking at Loyola, Northern Illinois, Illinois Chicago and others.
“I want to play Division I soccer,” Hogan said. “I’m still looking around at my options, and I’m not really sure what I will do.”
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