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Ethan Soifer serves up consistency for Buffalo Grove boys volleyball

April 22, 2019 at 12:41 p.m.

Much was expected of Ethan Soifer entering his senior volleyball season. The Buffalo Grove outside hitter was the lone returning all-conference player for the Bison, and his presence helped solidify...

Ridgewood's Katie Lorscheider takes a swing during a game against Evanston on Saturday, April 13, 2019.

Ridgewood turns to Katie Lorscheider for leadership during building phase

April 15, 2019 at 5:42 p.m.

Internal and external expectations weren't very high for the Ridgewood softball team entering this season. The Rebels graduated their primary pitcher, their entire outfield and four of their top five...

A change with Chelich: Sophomore ace pitcher Cami Chelich seeks to transform Naperville North’s mindset

April 13, 2019 at 5:31 p.m.

Cami Chelich was hesitant last season for Naperville North. As a freshman elevated to varsity, Chelich became the Huskies' primary pitcher down the stretch, but the connection just wasn't quite...

Fenwick girls water polo coach Jack Wagner recently surpassed 600 career victories.

Q&A: Fenwick girls water polo coach Jack Wagner on 600 victories

April 13, 2019 at 5:12 p.m.

On April 6, the Fenwick girls water polo team defeated Lyons 10-4 in the Mike Murphy Tournament in Oak Park. That victory was the latest milestone in the 24-year career...

Lyons' Matt Schuler rounds third base before scoring a run against Hinsdale Central on Friday, April 5, 2019.

Matt Schuler steps up to steady talented Lyons baseball team

April 8, 2019 at 2:07 p.m.

The Lyons baseball team has its fair share of stars. But when injuries inevitably transpire, potential depth pieces can become unsung heroes. In his very first at-bat of the season,...

Emma Bertsche has gained confidence in the two seasons since pitching Leyden to a Class 4A regional championship.

Emma Bertsche pitches in to help Leyden start season on a hot streak

April 8, 2019 at 12:10 p.m.

Emma Bertsche made her mark very early on in her Leyden softball career. This year, she’s hoping to punctuate her time as an Eagle with an exclamation point. As a...

Fenwick boys water polo coach Kyle Perry (center) said Alex Figus is a great example for underclassmen in his program to follow.

Alex Figus provides an unexpected boost for Fenwick boys water polo

March 31, 2019 at 10:30 p.m.

The Fenwick boys water polo team prides itself on getting the most out of all of its players. The perennial success has led to perennially high expectations. But that success...

Tyler Kukla is a senior leader on the Libertyville boys gymnastics team.

Matt Richardson gives Libertyville added leadership in first varsity season

March 30, 2019 at 12:21 p.m.

One injury flipped Matt Richardson’s mindset. Years of wear and tear on his right shoulder from gymnastics led him to seek medical advice in August 2017. He began rehabbing that...

Naperville Central's Halle Arends throws a pitch against host West Aurora during a Class 4A regional semifinal on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.

An Arends to run to: UNLV recruit Halle Arends develops into a senior leader for Naperville Central

March 30, 2019 at 12:51 a.m.

Naperville Central ace Halle Arends has had plenty of time to hone her leadership ability. And also plenty of examples from which to draw. Arends, a senior pitcher and UNLV...

Waubonsie goalie Justin Howard (88) makes a save during the second period against Glenbard in the AHAI combined state championship game at the United Center on Friday, March 22, 2019.

‘Symbol’ strike: Zach Pearce sets up winning goal in second OT as Waubonsie wins AHAI combined state title

March 26, 2019 at 6:14 p.m.

Junior captain Zach Pearce, who assisted on all four goals Friday for Waubonsie, has grown used to this type of victory. “We’ve just always found a way to win, all...

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