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New Trier's Julia Maisel passes the ball during the Class 4A Maine West Regional final against Niles West on Oct. 27 in Des Plaines.

Julia Maisel serves as spark for New Trier girls volleyball team

June 9, 2018 at 5:05 a.m.

When fans watch New Trier junior Julia Maisel on the volleyball court, they see how one player's energy, enthusiasm and determination can make a difference for an entire team. "I...

Lake Zurich quarterback Evan Lewandowski scrambles for extra yardage against on Friday.

Lake Zurich rolls on toward Fenwick after 7A first-round shutout

June 9, 2018 at 6:38 a.m.

It's safe to say that Lake Zurich has been on a roll. The Bears have outscored their last three opponents by a margin of 120-21, which has included two second-half...

Deerfield's Ari Nadler (left) intercepts a pass intended for Prairie Ridge's Austen Ferbet on Saturday in a Class 6A first-round playoff game in Crystal Lake.

Deerfield reflects on accomplishments after 6A loss to Prairie Ridge

June 9, 2018 at 6:38 a.m.

Navigating through the regular season was a tough test on its own for the Deerfield football team. The Warriors faced five playoff teams, beating two, and had to win their...

Niles West's Bianca Tomuta passes the ball on Thursday in Des Plaines. Niles West defeated New Trier in the Class 4A Maine West Regional final.

Bianca Tomuta helps Niles West beat New Trier, win volleyball regional

June 9, 2018 at 7:03 a.m.

Midway through the second game of the Class 4A Maine West Regional girls volleyball title game, New Trier's crowd rose to cheer what appeared to be a certain kill. It...

Matthijs Enters (9) of Lake Zurich celebrates his touchdown against Mundelein on Friday.

Lake Zurich charges into playoffs after routing Mundelein

June 9, 2018 at 8:10 a.m.

Awaiting Saturday night's playoff draw, Lake Zurich has built a strong resume heading into the postseason. The Bears' 56-13 win against Mundelein on Friday closed out their regular season in...

Ridgewood golfer Patrick Owens has knack for hitting memorable shots

June 9, 2018 at 9:32 a.m.

Ridgewood golfer Patrick Owens has a penchant for hitting impressive shots. The sophomore from Norridge faced a daunting shot in August. His ball was up against a fence by a...

Vernon Hills' Kyle Hull (10) runs with the ball against Maine East on Friday, Oct. 7.

Andre Szmyt provides the kicks for Vernon Hills football team

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

Vernon Hills senior kicker Andre Szmyt sent the ball spinning high through the autumn air on Friday, Oct. 7. Maine East had two returners positioned at the goal line. The...

Niles North's Alyssa Aragon (2) attacks the ball during the match against Maine South on Thursday, Sept. 29, in Skokie.

Alyssa Aragon’s stature belies her power on volleyball court

June 9, 2018 at 1:00 p.m.

Seeing a volleyball player blast a spike is nothing out of the ordinary. But watching Niles North junior Alyssa Aragon do it is a bit different. You see, she is...

Loyola's Mary Kate Lopez (10) and Elizabeth Ford (12) go for a block against St. Ignatius during the Ramblers' 20-25, 32-30, 25-23 loss on Thursday, Oct. 6, in Chicago.

Work in weight room helps Loyola’s Mary Kate Lopez become star blocker

June 9, 2018 at 12:45 p.m.

Good blockers are hard to come by, according to Loyola girls volleyball coach Mark Chang. But he's got a really good one in sophomore right-side hitter Mary Kate Lopez. "She's...

Barrington's Alec Andrea (7) comes down with a long reception during the second quarter of the homecoming game against Schaumburg on Saturday, Oct. 1, in Barrington.

Barrington’s speedy Alec Andrea makes plays in all three phases

June 9, 2018 at 1:54 p.m.

Quick, fast, speedy. All apt descriptions by teammates and coaches alike regarding Barrington's Alec Andrea, who reminds one of the Road Runner cartoon from Looney Tunes. Andrea puts his swift...

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