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Trevor Tesmond has three hits, but Neuqua falls short to Plainfield East

June 3, 2018 at 8:13 a.m.

Senior outfielder Trevor Tesmond sensed it. There was some magic left in Neuqua Valley's bats. It was just a matter of letting it loose. "We were confident through the end...

Neuqua’s Jake Eskoff shows off arm strength in taking over quarterback reins

June 3, 2018 at 9:52 a.m.

With great power comes great responsibility. As the summer wears on, that message is being taken to heart by Neuqua Valley quarterback Jake Eskoff. "I think I'm ready," he said....

Bureau Valley transfer Drake Davis set to take Naperville North to new heights

June 3, 2018 at 9:53 a.m.

Take one look at Drake Davis' junior season at Bureau Valley and one thing becomes clear. Davis isn't one to back down from a challenge. The jump from Class 1A...

Quarterback Payton Thorne fits right in with Naperville Central

June 3, 2018 at 11:25 a.m.

Payton Thorne just wants to play football. Following news of his transfer from Metea Valley to Naperville Central made official earlier this month, the opportunity to get on the field...

Neuqua Valley left-hander James Kulak finds a good fit at Purdue

June 3, 2018 at 12:09 p.m.

James Kulak acknowledged feeling surprised. For the Neuqua Valley left-hander, the prospect of playing in the Big Ten wasn't always on his radar. "Growing up, I didn't really see myself...

Neuqua Valley graduate David Gerber, the career saves leader at Creighton, was drafted by the Mariners. Ryan Soderlin/AP photo

Neuqua Valley graduate David Gerber drafted by Seattle Mariners in 29th round

June 3, 2018 at 4:10 p.m.

At a crossroads after his freshman season, Creighton pitcher David Gerber welcomed the change. The 2013 Neuqua Valley graduate adjusted his delivery from over the top to sidearm, studying the...

Announcing the Naperville Sun 2017 Baseball All-Area Team

June 4, 2018 at 9:20 a.m.

First Team Tyler Bautista, Benet, senior, infielder: All-conference choice led Benet with a .410 batting average while driving in 18 runs. His 31 runs were second for the Redwings. Marty...

Neuqua’s James Gargano the Naperville Sun 2017 Baseball Player of the Year

June 4, 2018 at 9:19 a.m.

For Neuqua Valley senior James Gargano, being competitive is almost like a default setting. The Butler-bound shortstop has been that way for as long as he can remember. "I think...

Benet runs into red-hot Notre Dame recruit Cole Kmet in supersectional loss

June 4, 2018 at 2:29 p.m.

In charge of handling Benet's staff, junior catcher Brandon Gorz has seen some strong pitching performances. So he could appreciate what St. Viator's Cole Kmet offered up Monday against the...

Neuqua Valley pitcher Justin Hicks seizes day, helps Wildcats advance to supersectionals

June 4, 2018 at 3:33 p.m.

Neuqua Valley pitcher Justin Hicks didn't shy away from it. He had a bad taste in his mouth from his outing last weekend, when he struggled against Minooka. Hicks dealt...

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