Football

Trio Of Picks Halt Warrior Comeback

Friday’s home opener wasn’t an easily won battle for Wheeling. Maine West exhibited an intensity that’s long been absent from the team before falling 19-13.

Coach: ‘I Do Not Think There Was Any Growth Tonight’

There were frequent looks of frustration on the part of the Prospect Knights coaching staff after their 34-21 loss at the hands of the York Dukes Friday night in Elmhurst.

Titans Allow 447 Rushing Yards

Glenbrook South’s special teams unit was nothing short of awesome on Friday night in Minooka.

Meyer Tallies 5 TDs In Rout

Elk Grove’s stands were filled with students and parents sporting yellow and green, hoping for victory under the Friday night lights. The Grenadiers did not disappoint.

Huskies Kick-Off Season With Win

As the team ran off the field and the scoreboard read 0:00, Hersey students lined up around the south exit chanting “Dragan! Dragan! Dragan!” in honor of new head coach Dragan Teonic, whose Huskies crushed Oak Lawn 47-14 in Arlington Hts. Friday night.

Dons March On Soldier Field, Friars

Maybe it was being picked to play in a prestigious game. Maybe it was playing in a huge professional stadium.

Saxons Conquer South

Maine South’s 29-17 football loss to Schaumburg last Friday night requires a lot of perspective.

Football Roundup: Bison, Patriots Romp In Openers

Demons’ Turn Atop Township

Maine East’s football Demons showed last Saturday that they are learning how to overcome adversity and come from behind.

Lions, Ramblers Dominate On ‘D’

St. Viator football coach Chris Kirkpatrick must have told his players to get off to a quick start in their opening game last weekend against Chicago Sullivan.

Cross Country

South Runner Rossi Charges Through Challenge

Running over 60 miles a week is an intense workout for any cross country runner. It’s even harder when you suffer from asthma. Despite the health setback, Maine South’s Luke Rossi has stepped up to the challenge.

Swimming

Hersey Handles West In Season-Opener

Hersey exploded off the starting blocks, taking Monday’s season-opening varsity and junior varsity swim meets at Maine West, 125-60, 141-39 respectively.

Volleyball

Viator Looking For Carry-Over From 2009

St. Viator has kicked off the Journal-area’s girls volleyball season for 2010 with a victory at the Wheaton North invitational this past weekend.

Golf

Lady Warriors Steady, Take 2nd At Willowbrook Invitational

Maine West’s girls golfers continue to play consistent golf and finish at or near the top of most of their competitions.

Soccer

Demons Hope To Head Off Notre Dame

Despite a rough start to the soccer season, Maine East is on a comeback.

Local Players Making Waves In Women’s Pro Soccer

It is a tale of two women who are both working to stay in the field of women’s professional soccer.