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Preston Everts’ relief stint key in Waubonsie’s win over Naperville North

June 16, 2018 at 5:20 p.m.

Waubonsie Valley's Preston Everts got his chance in relief of ace Brandon Petersen Wednesday and made it pay off. Naperville North drove Petersen from the game with only one out...

Ryan Eiermann picks TCU, closes in on Naperville Central strikeout mark

June 16, 2018 at 5:24 p.m.

Saturday was a good day for Naperville Central pitcher Ryan Eiermann. The sophomore left-hander, who won co-DuPage Valley Conference Pitcher of the Year honors with Glenbard North's Eric Orze, decided...

Alex Garon gives Naperville North win with two-run, walk-off homer

June 16, 2018 at 5:30 p.m.

As of late, Naperville North's motto on offense has been pretty simple. Get Alex Garon to the plate. Garon's two-run, walk-off homer to left off Marmion ace Jake Esp with...

Seventh inning key as Marmion rallies, then falls to Naperville North

June 15, 2018 at 4:27 p.m.

For as far as Marmion came at the end of the regular season, what transpired in the seventh inning Monday against Naperville North seemed unfair. Marmion gained a huge amount...

Benet searching for consistent offense as postseason looms

June 16, 2018 at 5:48 p.m.

Thirty-one games into the season, Benet coach Scott Lawler knows one thing about his team. Pitching needs to lead the way again if the Redwings — who will be hosting...

Naperville North’s Luke Brennan wins for fifth time in six starts

June 15, 2018 at 5:02 p.m.

It's what we expected. That's how Naperville North coach Carl Hunckler described the reason behind the recent hot streak of senior Luke Brennan. Brennan being a bright spot on the...

Metea Valley pitcher Sam Janus checks a runner at first during the fourth inning of Tuesday's game at Waubonsie Valley, May 12. Metea won the game, 6-3.

Sam Janus pitches like an ace as Metea Valley slips past Waubonsie

June 16, 2018 at 5:47 p.m.

Sam Janus is a self-aware player. With the presence of Western Michigan recruit Jack Szott to lead the staff, Janus has become quite comfortable in his role as Metea Valley's...

Bobby McMillen marks first three-hit effort for Naperville Central

June 15, 2018 at 5:40 p.m.

The sigh of relief was palpable. On its face, Bobby McMillen's three-hit effort in Naperville Central's 5-2 victory over Lake Park on May 4 shouldn't have been much of a...

Ryan Eiermann on target again, strikes out 12 in Naperville Central win

June 15, 2018 at 5:27 p.m.

If at first you don't succeed, try and try again. Ryan Eiermann is taking that lesson to heart as of late for Naperville Central. Behind Eiermann's one-hitter and 12 strikeouts...

Alex DiFranco, Neuqua Valley deliver win in series finale vs. Waubonsie

June 15, 2018 at 6:06 p.m.

After watching his team drop its first two games against Waubonsie Valley, Neuqua Valley coach Robin Renner had a simple message. It's not the end of the world. With that...

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