Matt Le Cren – Page 14

Neuqua Valley's Tommy Mikuta, Danny Mikuta and Matt Mikuta

Neuqua Valley’s Danny Mikuta often has 2 brothers rooting for him. Their teams’ success is ‘cool to see’ too.

February 13, 2026 at 8:24 a.m.

Danny Mikuta, whose brothers Tommy and Matt play on Neuqua Valley's Special Olympics teams, isn't focused on being the center of attention for the state-ranked Wildcats.

Naperville Central's Trinity Jones (10) shoots a free throw against Waubonsie Valley during a DuPage Valley Conference game in Aurora on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. (Sean King / Naperville Sun)

Trinity Jones reminds ‘why she’s a DI player,’ lifting Naperville Central over Waubonsie Valley for DVC title

February 11, 2026 at 6:17 a.m.

McDonald's All-American Trinity Jones puts the finishing touches on Naperville Central's win despite Waubonsie Valley star Danyella Mporokoso's 43 points.

Naperville North’s Will Harvey goes about his business, like Neighborly Needs, one way. He gets things done.

February 10, 2026 at 7:43 a.m.

Naperville North's Will Harvey, a starting lineman in football and a starting center in basketball, also runs a business.

Barrington’s Oliver Gray prepares to shoot the ball during a nonconference game against Neuqua Valley in Barrington on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. (Brian O’Mahoney / Pioneer Press)

Oliver Gray, who holds multiple Barrington records, won’t rush to college. He sees the trends. ‘A smart move.’

February 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Barrington's Oliver Gray, a 6-foot-5 guard, is a prolific scorer as well as a high-achieving student. Hoping for more offers, he's considering prep school.

Ava Thomas excels without the ball. But shorthanded Benet trusts her with it too. ‘We need her to be great.’

February 6, 2026 at 6:37 a.m.

Ava Thomas, whose defensive efforts earned her a place in Benet's starting lineup, steps forward to handle the ball as injuries sideline teammates.

Naperville Central’s Trinity Jones is only player in Illinois selected for 2026 McDonald’s All-American Games

February 5, 2026 at 10:09 a.m.

Trinity Jones is the second girl from Naperville Central, joining Candace Parker, and the third from the city of Naperville to earn McDonald’s All-American honors.

Naperville North freshman Lila Zitko ‘kind of flies under the radar.’ Her breakout game may change that.

February 4, 2026 at 6:37 a.m.

Lila Zitko hits five 3-pointers and scores a career-high 20 points in Naperville North's win over Metea Valley.

Naperville North Athletics Hall of Fame inductees Matt LaCosse and James O'Shaughnessy

Former NFL players Matt LaCosse and James O’Shaughnessy reunite in Naperville North Hall of Fame

February 2, 2026 at 10:27 a.m.

James O’Shaughnessy, a scouting assistant for the Chicago Bears, and Matt LaCosse were teammates at Naperville North before they played in the NFL.

Erin Hackett shoots to No. 2 behind Candace Parker on Naperville Central’s career scoring list: ‘Kind of surreal’

January 31, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Erin Hackett passes Mia Lakstigala during Naperville Central's win over crosstown rival Naperville North.

Division I prospect Sophia Towne is Nazareth’s ‘backbone.’ Is she one of the best Eddie Stritzel has coached?

February 2, 2026 at 10:49 a.m.

Junior guard Sophia Towne's connection to Nazareth goes back to the beginning of Eddie Stritzel’s coaching tenure.

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