Fresh restart for South Elgin soccer in win over Larkin
Outside of the outcome, neither Grace Franks nor Ella Struwing had any interest in using stormy weather as an incentive for more success. Soaked and shivering, the two catalysts for...
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Taryn Jakubowski helps Huntley hold off Jacobs in regional opener
Huntley defender Katie Costantino was relieved by a near-miss shot late in the first half that could have fueled the host Golden Eagles' upset hopes during Tuesday's Class 3A Jacobs...
Rosary’s Kellett says competition on the mat helps her soccer play
"Somebody stop her, does she understand the significance of what she just did?" The wrestling official was incredulous seeing Quincy Kellett, who just became the 2011 U.S. Girls Wrestling Association...
Jordyn Sundberg takes advantage, rallies Aurora Central Catholic
Been there, done that. That's essentially what Aurora Central Catholic scoring leader Jordyn Sundberg and goalkeeper Bry Mandarino said to describe the game-winning play Friday. Despite falling behind just over...
Madison Jurcenko moves to the head of Kaneland’s class as valedictorian
It might be easier for Kaneland fans to overlook senior Madison Jurcenko because of her modest statistics. She ranks fourth for the Knights in goals with six and third in...
Burlington Central clinches first conference title in four years
When it comes to conference championships, absence also makes the heart grow fonder. Ashley Ahrens and Miranda Coombs left no doubt after Burlington Central's 11-1 record placed the Rockets atop...
Kaneland’s Emily Chapman enjoys success in soccer and in riding
For Emily Chapman, posts represent a love-hate relationship. On the soccer field for Kaneland, posts can be goalkeeper Chapman's best friend. As an accomplished equestrian, any experience Chapman might have...
Taylor Opperman, Kaneland keep perspective to beat Morris on senior day
Taylor Opperman knew what was at stake, and it wasn't the obvious. It was Kaneland's home finale. Senior day. A Northern Illinois Big 12 Conference game — all good enough...
Megan Rasmussen takes control as Oswego charges past Plainfield South
On paper, staying in contention for the Southwest Prairie Conference title was a 1-2-3 process for both Oswego and Plainfield South. As Oswego goalkeeper Megan Rasmussen acknowledged afterward, that was...
St. Charles North travels to Burlington, Iowa, wins tournament again
For the seventh consecutive year, St. Charles North reached the finals at the Tournament of Champions in Burlington, Iowa. For the fourth time in school history, the North Stars took...