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Mundelein quarterback Colten Fisher (6) runs the ball up the field against North Chicago on Sept. 11. While Fisher boasted speed, new quarterback Anthony Norris will be a power runner.

With big QB and plenty to prove, Mundelein prepares for next step

June 11, 2018 at 9:10 p.m.

Anthony Norris wears a quarterback's jersey number, with the attitude of a lineman worn on his sleeve. That dual personality is fitting on the football field. Norris, Mundelein's junior-to-be quarterback,...

Connor Gurnik cleans up in Naperville Central win over Plainfield East

June 10, 2018 at 11:42 a.m.

Connor Gurnik's lineup switch could be a cameo, or it could be for good. His bat doesn't seem to care. The Naperville Central senior shortstop hit leadoff the last two...

Ryan Eiermann regains top form, pitches Naperville Central past Neuqua

June 11, 2018 at 9:45 p.m.

Ryan Eiermann's relief was a big relief for Naperville Central. The Texas Christian recruit's spring didn't finish the way he wished. The senior left-hander lost his last two decisions. Eiermann...

Aurora University men's basketball coach James Lancaster stepped down Monday after 22 seasons and 404 victories. Jon Cunningham/The Beacon-News

James Lancaster passes Aurora University coaching baton to Lance Robinson

June 10, 2018 at 9:29 a.m.

James Lancaster came full circle at Aurora University. It's Lance Robinson's turn. After 30 seasons on the sideline at his alma mater Aurora — the last 22 as the men's...

Injuries sidetrack Neuqua Valley grad Chris Derrick in US Olympic Trials

June 11, 2018 at 9:39 p.m.

Time just was not on Chris Derrick's side. The 25-year-old Derrick, a Neuqua Valley graduate, is one of the most decorated distance runners in the country. In 2015, he became...

Waubonsie's Tanner Westwood, right, gets hit by Metea's Reggie Hill during a regular-season game last season.

Tanner Westwood wants to be the one at quarterback for Waubonsie Valley

June 10, 2018 at 10:22 a.m.

Tanner Westwood is back where he feels at home. Last year as a sophomore at Waubonsie Valley, Westwood found a niche at slot back. In short bursts, he emerged as...

Norwegian girls basketball team brings up-tempo style to area

June 10, 2018 at 11:16 a.m.

Emmy McIntosh marveled at all the caroms. McIntosh and her South Elgin teammates made a connection this summer through basketball that crossed international borders. They also learned that the game...

Donny Navarro wants to make impact for Neuqua Valley at wide receiver

June 10, 2018 at 11:19 a.m.

Donny Navarro's best skill isn't easily measured. The 5-foot-10 Navarro, who will be a senior wide receiver at Neuqua Valley this fall, doesn't burn with speed. His size is modest...

Naperville North center Chris Johnson, right, was named all-city last season after averaging 11.2 points and 6.6 rebounds.

Chris Johnson emerges as dominant force in the post for Naperville North

June 10, 2018 at 11:27 a.m.

Chris Johnson announced his improvement with authority at Naperville North's first open gym. The 6-foot-6 junior took the ball, bounced it once and threw down a two-handed dunk. "He used...

Luke Cegles looks comfortable running Naperville North’s new-look offense

June 10, 2018 at 11:26 a.m.

Early returns are in for Luke Cegles and Naperville North's new-look offense. And it's all good. This spring, the Huskies hired a new offensive coordinator in Mike Fitzgerald, who has...

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