Down but not out, Eva Samuelian returns to energize Burlington Central. ‘I just knew I wanted to be back in there.’ May 31, 2024 at 6:07 p.m. Eva Samuelian's gutsy return against Crystal Lake Central boosted Burlington Central.
St. Charles North’s Colin Ryder waits for his pitch. It comes in the ninth. ‘Just holding back for that moment.’ May 30, 2024 at 10:45 a.m. Colin Ryder drilled a two-out RBI single as the North Stars prevailed 3-2 over South Elgin.
Sophomore newcomer Mekenzie Rogers stars for Burlington Central in supersectional. ‘I really try to be creative.’ May 29, 2024 at 9:36 a.m. Mekenzie Rogers scores two goals and adds two assists to lead Burlington Central.
A fixture defensively, Kayla Floyd scores first playoff goal for St Charles North. ‘It just made me very happy.’ June 10, 2024 at 8:59 p.m. Kayla Floyd scores her first career playoff goal in the sectional for St. Charles North.
In hindsight, Zach Cosme rolls with punches for Shepard. But that one hit? ‘I wish I’d just stuck my glove out.’ May 21, 2024 at 9:36 a.m. The sophomore right-hander struck out nine and and allowed just one hit Monday.
True to form, Jack Starcevich continues to clean up at plate for TF South. ‘The way Jack goes is the way we go.’ May 17, 2024 at 11:39 a.m. Jack Starcevich went 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBIs for Red Wolves in a 7-2 win.
What makes Kentucky recruit Morgan Dick tick for Oswego East? She actually likes to run. ‘I can play the whole game.’ May 16, 2024 at 10:41 a.m. Kentucky recruit Morgan Dick powers Oswego East past Owego in regional.
With speed to burn, Thanya Castelan heats up as one of four forwards for Waubonsie Valley. ‘She is that spark.’ May 15, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. The junior forward scored her eighth goal to power the Warriors in a 4-0 regional semifinal win.
Only a sophomore, Kyra Lilly steps up in midfield as rash of injuries hit Kaneland. ‘I’m ready to be that player.’ May 10, 2024 at 3:18 p.m. Sophomore midfielder Kyra Lilly keeps the Knights going through a run of injuries.
Before moving on to Northwestern, Melanie Galindo makes most of final days at East Aurora. ‘You feel the countdown.’ May 8, 2024 at 10:46 a.m. Melanie Galindo scored in dramatic fashion Tuesday as the Tomcats took a 2-2 tie.