Leyden football fans learned it’s really hard to win when you have two punts blocked, two passes intercepted and a fumble at the 1-yard-line as Elk Grove took advantage to win their home opener over the Eagles, 28-0, Friday, Aug. 28. Elk Grove improved to... See more
With over 40 years of coaching experience, you have to take Hersey boys golf coach Dan Caporusso’s word for it when he calls an event a “major” one. While Hersey has dominated the local golf landscape early this season, they face a massive test in the ann... See more
The IHSA girls golf season is underway and the Journal-area golfers are looking to make huge leaps this season as they prepare for state in a few months. Here’s a look at how the first week went for the Journal-area teams: Thursday, Aug. 20 Evanston 163, ... See more
Here’s a look at the opening week of football action in the Journal-area: Saturday, Aug. 22 Palatine 20, Kenwood 18: Palatine gave first-year head coach Chad Bobbit an exciting win in his debut game, edging Kenwood in the area’s only Saturday game. Palati... See more
Head coach Dave Inserra (26th season, 249-55 record) has guided Maine South football to the playoffs every single season (except the COVID-shortened 2020 season that didn’t have playoffs) since he took over in 2001. With four state titles and four runner-... See more
