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Nick Kozaritz (left), blocking IC Catholic's James Lytton on Sept. 9, has become a two-way standout for Elmwood Park.

Nick Kozaritz becomes mainstay for Elmwood Park football

June 12, 2018 at 7:05 a.m.

Nick Kozaritz has been on the field plenty for Elmwood Park through the first three games of the season. The junior plays center, linebacker and special teams for the Tigers....

Sophomore Luke Skokna ran for 126 yards during Hinsdale Central's victory at Downers Grove South on Friday, Sept. 2.

Hinsdale Central’s Luke Skokna transfers wrestling skills to gridiron

June 12, 2018 at 3:11 p.m.

The seeds of success Luke Skokna has enjoyed on the football field so far this season were planted last year during the wrestling season. Skokna, a sophomore running back from...

John Szczygiel will move to quarterback this season for a short-handed Guerin squad.

Pioneer Press Football Preview: Guerin Crusaders

June 9, 2018 at 12:48 p.m.

Pioneer Press previews the 2016 Guerin football season. Coach: Mark Morgan, entering first season 2015 record: 4-5 (2-3 Metro Suburban East), did not advance to playoffs Offense: Morgan is installing...

Senior linebacker Deontae Curry will captain the Hinsdale South defense.

Pioneer Press Football Preview: Hinsdale South Hornets

June 9, 2018 at 4:55 p.m.

Pioneer Press previews the 2016 Hinsdale South football season. Coach: Mike Barry, entering sixth season 2015 record: 9-4 (5-1 West Suburban Gold), lost 40-37 to Crete-Monee in Class 6A semifinals...

Leyden senior setter Autumn McGee is coming off a knee injury.

Girls volleyball previews: West Suburban Gold

June 10, 2018 at 9:00 a.m.

A preview of the West Suburban Gold girls volleyball teams in the Pioneer Press area: Hinsdale South Coach: Lisa Tazelaar 2015 record: 8-29 (4-2 West Suburban Gold); lost to Marist...

Francisco Toral (center) will contribute to a potent Leyden attack this season.

Boys soccer previews: West Suburban Gold

June 10, 2018 at 9:28 a.m.

A preview of the West Suburban Gold boys soccer teams in the Pioneer Press area: Hinsdale South Coach: Danny Makaric 2015 record: 9-11 (1-5 West Suburban Gold); lost to Downers...

Already a standout defender, Lyons' Devin Ekstam (right) might change positions this season.

Boys soccer previews: West Suburban Silver

June 10, 2018 at 9:06 a.m.

A preview of the West Suburban Silver boys soccer teams in the Pioneer Press area: Hinsdale Central Coach: Michael Wiggins 2015 record: 18-2-1 (6-0 West Suburban Silver), lost to Reavis...

Sarah Barcelona (right) leaves the 3200 meter race in distress, despite being near the front of the pack, as Lyons Township teammate Emily Henkel (4) looks on with concern.

Vanessa Flaherty is running out of goals to reach at Lyons

June 10, 2018 at 3:31 p.m.

During her freshman year at Lyons, Vanessa Flaherty had a "big sister" on the cross country team who helped her envision what she could accomplish as a runner. Flaherty's mentor...

York's Alex Marlott (11) moves the ball vs. Hinsdale South.

Michael Corson adapts hockey skills in goal for Hinsdale South water polo

June 11, 2018 at 3:38 a.m.

Whether it is on frozen water or a pool filled with it, Hinsdale South's Michael Corson often puts himself in a position to have objects flying in his direction at...

Elmwood Park's Paul Bator watches his return during his 0-6, 4-6 loss against Lisle.

Tennis goes from curiosity to passion for Elmwood Park’s Paul Bator

June 11, 2018 at 3:50 a.m.

Elmwood Park's boys tennis team is fortunate that Paul Bator decided to entertain his curiosity last year. The senior had never played tennis competitively before going out for the tennis...

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