Slam dunk for CentralWhen a coach thinks he might win a water polo championship, he makes sure his pockets are empty and his shoes are easy to kick off. Otherwise, the celebratory dive into the pool can be slightly less rewarding with a wet wallet or soggy cell phone.
Lage caps career with two titles BARRINGTON -- Keith Lage sat in third place in the all-around heading into the 2008 state individual finals Saturday.
Chang's run to semis boosts Huskies to sixth Naperville North's Stephanie Chang fought her way to the semifinals of the singles championship bracket at the IHSA State Badminton Tournament on Saturday.
Half point marks whole victory When Naperville Central's Ashvin Reddy was struggling during his No. 4 singles championship match Saturday in the DuPage Valley Conference tournament, he was aware the Redhawks' hopes of winning the overall league title could be on his shoulders.
The whole package Everyone's steadily realizing what the late Jim Haavig detected seven years ago: Neuqua Valley junior Ian Krol has a wicked left arm.
Speed steadily sinks Huskies In the end, Naperville North wasn't able to keep up with Hinsdale Central on Thursday night as the Red Devils used their speed advantage to post a 9-6 win in a competitive match at the Neuqua Valley Sectional.
A case of District 204 dominance ST. CHARLES -- Waubonsie Valley used last season's third-place finish in the Upstate Eight Conference outdoor meet as a learning experience.
One pool, four semi finalistsWaubonsie Valley got comfortable with its long-distance shooting Wednesday in a 14-6 win over Hinsdale Central in the second of four quarterfinals at the Neuqua Valley Sectional.
Sharing title no fun for RedhawksIt had already been a momentous week for Naperville Central, even before the Redhawks stepped onto the field against Wheaton Warrenville South on Wednesday. Tuesday night saw the Redhawks earn the program's 400th win, at Glenbard East.
Wildcats have their laughs and a victory, too Chris Kruppe screamed as he approached home plate and his awaiting teammates. At this point, Neuqua Valley was up a run, but down an inside joke.
Sweep slips away from CentralFor Naperville Central, a game with several shifts in momentum settled on one uncomfortable point - this was completely out of character.
Redhawks show strength at opportune momentsWheaton North forced Naperville Central to earn the second game of its 25-17, 25-20 win Tuesday after it looked as if the Redhawks would cruise.
Top area badminton players ready for state Naperville Central and Naperville North combined for a 22-3 regular-season record this spring, finishing first and second, respectively, in the DuPage Valley Conference.
Waubonsie athletes bound by something biggerWhen the athletic class of 2008 at Waubonsie Valley officially calls it a career in the green and gold in a few months, history will be made as nine girls will continue playing at the Division I level in college.