Almost one year later, Lincoln-Way West’s Zoe Dempsey avenges state loss. With sectional pin. ‘A big effect.’ February 16, 2026 at 7:33 p.m. Lincoln-Way West's Zoe Dempsey wins by pin in second period for the 115-pound sectional championship.
Finishing outside of medal round fuels the return of Bartlett’s Lilly White to state. ‘Took that to heart.’ February 15, 2026 at 11:16 p.m. Bartlett's Lilly White won a 4-0 decision over Glenbard North senior Keagan Edwards in the 130-pound championship match of the Schaumburg Sectional.
Ronald Johnson makes coast-to-coast layup at 4.6 second left as Mount Carmel tops Brother Rice. ‘Unselfishly.’ February 14, 2026 at 12:03 a.m. Ronald Johnson converts a coast-to-coast layup with 4.6 seconds left as Mount Carmel tops Brother Rice 42-41.
As an outside shooter off the bench, Bryson Dagon keeps things simple for Sandburg. ‘Work hard and play hard.’ February 11, 2026 at 10:51 p.m. Bryson Dagon finishes with 12 points on strength of four 3-pointers as Sandburg rolls to 60-32 win over Eisenhower.
St. Laurence sophomore Logan Brown celebrates older sister Olivia’s birthday with a big win. ‘My whole life.’ February 10, 2026 at 11:52 p.m. Logan Brown produces nine points, six rebounds and two steals for St. Laurence in 59-55 win over De La Salle.
In weight class dominated by upperclassmen, freshman Te’Jon Beals makes move for Marist. ‘Took off from there.’ February 9, 2026 at 7:48 p.m. Only a freshman, Marist's Te'Jon Beals won a regional title and is excited about wrestling in the sectional.
Being Marist’s point guard comes naturally to TJ Tate. And it fits him to a T. ‘Does all the little things.’ February 8, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. TJ Tate tallies six points, five assists and three steals for Marist in a 57-41 nonconference win over West Aurora.
Thornton’s Dakari Nesbitt describes his halftime mood as ‘devastated.’ But that third quarter? ‘Turn it up.’ February 7, 2026 at 11:47 a.m. Dakari Nesbitt scores 18 of his game-high 23 points in the second half of Thornton's 72-39 win over Crete-Monee.
Purdue commit Zach Stewart makes move as Marmion tops Mount Carmel. But it’s not defending. ‘Win another one.’ February 6, 2026 at 2:08 p.m. Zach Stewart moves up two weight classes and earns 12-4 decision as Marmion wins 46-23 over Mount Carmel.
Even on senior night, Andrew’s Qasam Alzir plays same team game and gets teammates involved. ‘Amazing feeling.’ February 4, 2026 at 11:47 p.m. Qasam Alzir tallies 13 points, five rebounds and four assists to lead Andrew to 65-38 win over Chicago Washington.