Tony Baranek

Kailey Selvage looks back at pitching perfect game for Shepard in March 18 season opener against H-F.

Lincoln-Way West and Oak Forest move up, while Providence joins rankings topped by Marist.

Central Connecticut recruit Morgan Reczkiewicz underwent knee surgery for torn ACL and meniscus in late October.

Gianna Schoenecker brings more than a fastball when she walks into the circle as Sandburg's ace pitcher.

After reigning Class 4A state runner-up Marist, watch out for Lisabella Dimitrijevic and Lincoln-Way Central.

Marist's Ellie Holmstrom shows excitement during practice, her first time on the softball field since summer of 2023.

Five players from Class 4A state champ Marist and four from 4A third-placer Lockport lead way.

Unstoppable Maddie Berry, a 5-foot-3 setter and Davenport recruit, leads Marist to a 33-9 record and the Class 4A state title.

Northwestern recruit Bella Bullington leads with 16 kills as Marist rallies after losing the first game to beat Benet in Normal.

Sadie Denk stars on defense as Lockport rolls to a 25-12, 25-21 win over Huntley in the Class 4A third-place match.