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Elgin midfielder Ramon Orozco tries to settle the ball as South Elgin defender Elijah Patrick (22) convergess during the Class 3A Huntley Regional semifinals on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2018.

Rolling along: Omar Lopez produces a goal and an assist as Elgin ousts South Elgin in regional semifinals

December 12, 2018 at 8:26 a.m.

Senior forward Omar Lopez is unquestionably the best player for Elgin, but he likes to spread around the credit for his success. “My coaches and teammates help me a lot,”...

Zion-Benton quarterback Jerome Crawford rolls out while trying to locate a receiver against Waukegan during the game on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018.

Perfect seven: Jordan Chisum’s 4 TDs helps Zion-Benton score on all seven first-half possessions

December 12, 2018 at 7:19 a.m.

The first time he touched the ball Friday, Zion-Benton junior Jordan Chisum saw the crease. “There was great blocking by the receivers and line,” Chisum said. “And it was just...

Bartlett's Hernan Garcia gathers the ball against Downers Grove North during a game on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018.

Boys soccer notes: Hernan Garcia gives Bartlett a boost in demanding role as defensive midfielder

December 12, 2018 at 7:10 a.m.

Bartlett junior Hernan Garcia gets a thrill of out his ability to move interchangeably from offense to defense. Garcia, a three-year varsity starter, excels as a hybrid player — as...

Libertyville celebrates after Grant Herbek (12) scores a goal off a free kick during a game on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018.

Boys soccer notes: DePaul recruit Grant Herbek plays central defender but controls flow for Libertyville

December 12, 2018 at 4:14 a.m.

Libertyville senior Grant Herbek is a central defender who’s not defined by his position. Herbek, a DePaul recruit and three-year varsity starter, plays all over the field and impacts every...

Boys soccer notes: Zach Thompson shifts from midfielder to bolster backline for West Aurora

December 12, 2018 at 4:03 a.m.

Until two weeks ago, Zach Thompson had never played defense for West Aurora. The sophomore is a natural midfielder and has scored one goal as part of the second unit....

Hampshire's Jack Fairwood (3), challenges Huntley's Rory Hicks for control of the ball during a game on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018.

Boys soccer notes: Senior midfielder Jack Fairwood tells tale, excels in defensive role for Hampshire

December 12, 2018 at 3:54 a.m.

Hampshire is having a breakout season, and senior midfielder Jack Fairwood has played a big part in that success. Not by scoring more, but actually by scoring less. Fairwood, a...

Benet rides Bennett: Senior running back Bennett Hickey scores 3 TDs as Benet steamrolls St. Viator

December 12, 2018 at 3:48 a.m.

Senior running back Bennett Hickey had an ideal first half Friday night that perfectly portrayed Benet’s versatile attack. “Our offense is really coming together,” Hickey said. “We had the run...

Waubonsie's Noah Glorioso plays the ball against East Aurora's Jaziel Enriquez during a game Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018.

Boys soccer notes: Junior midfielder Noah Glorioso takes on leadership role for rebuilding Waubonsie

December 12, 2018 at 2:37 a.m.

Waubonsie Valley’s Noah Glorioso has learned quickly how cruel and unforgiving soccer is capable of being. In August, Glorioso played a key role as an energy player off the bench...

Mundelein's Bryan Alba (1) traps the ball using his chest during a game on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018.

Boys soccer notes: Bryan Alba loves to play the sport, and loves to dish out assists, for Mundelein

December 12, 2018 at 2:35 a.m.

Mundelein’s Bryan Alba was in second grade when the senior forward realized his developing love affair for the sport. “I consider organized soccer starts the moment a person decides to...

A new sensation: Sam Jackson-Payton Thorne combination flourishes as Naperville Central routs North

December 12, 2018 at 5:53 p.m.

Sam Jackson felt a special sensation the moment he arrived in Naperville. After transferring from Bolingbrook, the sophomore wide receiver instantly formed a bond with senior quarterback Payton Thorne to...

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