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AJ Deinhart ready to lead Naperville Central in more ways than one

June 2, 2018 at 10:07 p.m.

Naperville Central's AJ Deinhart could have just rested on his laurels. He had the numbers. Even though the Redhawks missed out on the postseason in 2016, Deinhart was a bright...

Naperville North’s newest star will be Bureau Valley transfer Drake Davis

June 2, 2018 at 10:08 p.m.

Senior offensive lineman Nick Vogel was completely on board with quarterback Drake Davis' audible. There's no doubt in Vogel's mind that the 5-foot-11 Davis, a transfer from Bureau Valley, has...

Waubonsie Valley cornerback Derric Lee wears a cast on his hand last year while making a tackle.

Harvard recruit Derric Lee showed character playing hurt for Waubonsie

June 2, 2018 at 10:13 p.m.

Derric Lee is OK with quarterback Tanner Westwood and tight end Chuck Robinson getting the lion's share of the attention for Waubonsie Valley. Lee, a senior cornerback, just has one...

Matt Boyle wants to lead Benet football back to state semifinals and beyond

June 2, 2018 at 10:52 p.m.

The past few seasons at Benet, senior Matt Boyle had a front-row seat to watch Jack Sznajder play quarterback. The way Boyle looks at it now, it's time to pick...

Naperville North grad Nick Solak on the rise in New York Yankees’ organization

June 3, 2018 at 12:06 a.m.

Nick Solak knew better. Six years of a strong reputation built both at Naperville North and Louisville taught him as much. Yes, slumps in baseball happen. It's how you come...

Jayden Reed completes transfer from Metea, practices with Naperville Central

June 3, 2018 at 12:59 a.m.

In some ways, Payton Thorne is still getting his feet wet running Naperville Central's offense. The addition of a lifelong friend figures to jump-start that process for the junior quarterback....

Noah Herdman, Neuqua Valley set sights on another playoff run

June 3, 2018 at 1:30 a.m.

Noah Herdman can appreciate the little things. That's why no one should be surprised that there was no decision to be made for the three-sport standout at Neuqua Valley. There...

Naperville Central product Nicky Lopez, who also played at Creighton, was the leadoff batter last month in the Class AA Carolina League All-Star Game. Courtesy of John Owen/NWA Naturals.

Naperville Central’s Nick Lopez keeps moving up in Kansas City Royals’ system

June 3, 2018 at 5:19 a.m.

Like a 2-0 fastball right down the middle, Nick Lopez knew the question was coming. For the defensive-minded Lopez, it's been an aspect that has been the driving force ever...

Metea Valley senior Garrett Despot prepares to pass against Naperville North during the District 203/204 7-on-7 last Friday.

Garrett Despot ‘pumped’ to take over at quarterback for Metea Valley

June 3, 2018 at 5:55 a.m.

Metea Valley quarterback Garrett Despot has no reason to be surprised or anxious. He just wants his play this year to do the talking. "I'm very pumped," Despot said. "It's...

Brothers Ben and Jack continue the Cooney legacy for Benet in football

June 3, 2018 at 6:32 a.m.

Ben Cooney hasn't had to look far for a helpful hand. As one of five Cooney brothers who have or will have played football at Benet, he certainly understands what...

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