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Joshua Ruiz gets chance to build on impressive Naperville Central debut

June 10, 2018 at 9:03 a.m.

Joshua Ruiz knows something about first impressions. Two summers ago, Ruiz and his family moved from Glendale, Ariz., to Naperville. During his first day in town, Ruiz got a helmet...

Jack Hughes’ lineup return leads Naperville Central to summer state semis

June 10, 2018 at 9:10 a.m.

Jack Hughes' time this summer with Naperville Central was well spent. Even if he wasn't home often. The senior catcher missed all but a couple games of the Redhawks' regular...

Naperville Central's Jack Baxter reacts after scoring the go-ahead run against Warren during Tuesday's Phil Lawler Summer Classic.

Charlie Walzer, Nick Rietz make it look easy as Naperville Central moves on

June 11, 2018 at 9:35 p.m.

Ben Rozeboom wanted Naperville Central to keep playing for personal reasons Tuesday. He wanted back in. Rozeboom, a Redhawks' senior, slept through his alarm, arriving during warmups for a 10...

Huntley's Nick Laxner faces a Fremd batter during Tuesday's Phil Lawler Summer Classic.

Nick Laxner stays grounded, pitches Huntley to win in summer state baseball

June 10, 2018 at 10:38 a.m.

Nick Laxner lets hitters tell him how good he is. Hard contact is hard to come by against Huntley's unassuming junior right-hander. With a fastball that runs in or tails...

Lukas Schmitt to concentrate on football as Warren baseball season ends

June 11, 2018 at 9:34 p.m.

Lukas Schmitt's busy summer has him set up for a big senior year. But first, he will welcome a break. Trading a football helmet for a baseball glove is a...

Ryan Eiermann’s edge returns, but Naperville Central falls to Fremd

June 10, 2018 at 10:41 a.m.

Ryan Eiermann took another step forward, even if he couldn't take Naperville Central with him. Building on a brilliant relief outing last week, Eiermann matched zeros with Fremd's Eric Bennes...

Benet guard Jack Nolan, right, averaged 10.3 points for the Class 4A state runnerup.

Benet guard Jack Nolan shows smarts, keeps working hard on improving game

June 11, 2018 at 9:31 p.m.

Benet's Jack Nolan estimates he's added an inch since the high school basketball season last winter. His game is growing as well. Every opponent knows the 6-foot senior is one...

Nate Styles makes points in Warren’s loss at Phil Lawler Summer Classic

June 10, 2018 at 10:41 a.m.

Step by step, Warren's Nate Styles is learning the nuances of being a successful starting pitcher. The senior right-hander pitched exclusively in relief during the spring — and in a...

Ben Loutsis ready to get out of the blocks for Metea Valley in football

June 10, 2018 at 11:13 a.m.

Besides a state medal, Ben Loutsis' first spring running track came with a bonus. Loutsis was part of Metea Valley's 400-meter relay team that placed fifth in the state. All...

Ben Rietz rewards Naperville Central’s faith with win over Metea Valley

June 10, 2018 at 9:16 a.m.

Ben Rietz didn't need to wait long for a second chance. Naperville Central's senior right-hander faced three batters Wednesday in relief of twin brother Nick Rietz. He walked two and...

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