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‘I think of myself as a dual threat’: Colin Gillespie takes a bruising approach as Benet’s quarterback

August 15, 2019 at 4:59 p.m.

Benet senior Colin Gillespie is a throwback type — the quarterback as a punisher. His style is a given since he began as a running back who showed balance, toughness...

Mount Carmel's Felix Mendoza scores a goal against Shepard in the Class 3A Andrew Regional championship game in Tinley Park on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018.

‘We are all on the same page’: Felix Mendoza wants to power return to state finals for Mount Carmel

August 13, 2019 at 11:46 p.m.

Mount Carmel midfielder Felix Mendoza had the best possible apprenticeship. As a wide-eyed freshman in 2016, he showed moxie and poise in scoring two goals and adding 11 assists as...

Oswego's Mason McCaw leaps to control the ball against West Aurora during a Class 3A Geneva Sectional game on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018.

Mason’s mantra: McCaw comes off 31-goal season looking for even more in 2019 for Oswego

August 13, 2019 at 11:33 p.m.

Oswego forward Mason McCaw is not about to get complacent or rest on his laurels. Last year as a junior, McCaw demonstrated explosive athleticism, skill and a great finishing touch....

‘He wants to be special’: Minnesota recruit Sam Jackson grabs reins at quarterback for Naperville Central

August 13, 2019 at 1:48 p.m.

Naperville Central junior Sam Jackson is ready to take the controls. As a transfer from Bolingbrook, Jackson willingly made the switch last season from his natural quarterback position to wide...

Zion Benton's Amar Aguillard (3) looks to make a pass against the double-team defense of Stevenson during a conference game on Friday, Jan. 25, 2019.

‘It just clicked’: Amar Aguillard ready to take over as a scorer and leader for Zion-Benton

August 2, 2019 at 4:19 p.m.

Zion-Benton's Amar Aguillard didn't sound sentimental about his introduction to the varsity. Aguillard, a rising junior forward, joined the Zee-Bees' program as a precocious offensive talent. His natural ability, however,...

Lake Forest's Kiley Rabjohns won the Class 2A singles championship during the state meet held at Buffalo Grove on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018.

‘A rare combination’: Lake Forest’s Kiley Rabjohns eyes repeat as singles state champion in girls tennis

July 23, 2019 at 2:47 p.m.

The obvious question about Lake Forest's Kiley Rabjohns is what does the rising junior do for an encore? "I am just going to try to have a really good season...

Deerfield's Brandon Lieb (42) defends agains the drive of Mundelein's Sam Eddy (1) during a game in Wheeling on Friday, March 1, 2019.

‘I never had a growth spurt’: Deerfield’s Brandon Lieb makes consistent move up recruiting charts

July 22, 2019 at 1:41 p.m.

Deerfield's Brandon Lieb is a perfect fit for the new rage in basketball circles. It's all about finding the position-free player. The new analytics-driven style prioritizes scoring at the rim...

Zion-Benton's Jordan Chisum (25) tries to break through several would-be tacklers against Libertyville during a game on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018.

‘He just elevates everybody’: Jordan Chisum a building block at running back for Zion-Benton

July 19, 2019 at 2:54 p.m.

Zion-Benton's Jordan Chisum is too quiet and modest to accept special recognition. The truth is almost impossible to ignore. He's definitely an athlete for all seasons. "Every sport that I...

Libertyville's Mickey Reilly, right, and Zion-Benton's Zach Paxton (15) battle for a header during a game on Thursday, October 4, 2018.

‘Ready to go’: Mickey Reilly looks to take charge for boys soccer powerhouse Libertyville

July 18, 2019 at 12:12 p.m.

Mickey Reilly was the first to answer Libertyville coach Kevin Thunholm. At the team's summer camp, Thunholm asked who was going to be the Wildcats' designated server on dead balls...

Warren's Elizabeth Weinberg (7) pushes the ball forward during a game against Waukegan in Gurnee on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.

‘Both became a real passion’: Elizabeth Weinberg learns how to handle two sports in summer for Warren

July 16, 2019 at 2:01 p.m.

Elizabeth Weinberg is altering the notion of time well spent. A rising senior at Warren, her summer is not marked by resting or trying to decide how to relax until...

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