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9 Best High Schools for Athletes in Illinois
Finding the best high school in Illinois for your student athlete involves considering several key factors to ensure they get both excellent academic education and top-notch athletic training. Illinois' Best Schools for Athletes. To find the right school, you start by researching schools renowned for their athletic programs and facilities.
Chicago's Swimming Star Ryan Murphy Set to Make Olympic History in Paris
As the Olympic pool readies itself for another legendary showcase, eyes are transfixed on Chicago's own Ryan Murphy, who is poised to carve his name into the annals of swimming history with a potential record-breaking achievement at the Paris Olympics. According to NBC Chicago, Murphy's pursuit of becoming the first male swimmer to win medals in three consecutive Olympics in both the 100m and 200m backstroke events hinges on an all-important swim slated for Monday.
Illinois is Home to Most Unique Golf Course in America
The Travel Channel was mesmerized, as was my entire family when we played these two courses near Chicago. It would be hard to find a mini golf experience like this one in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Best Family Road Trips in Illinois. Late Friday afternoon my wife says, "we should all go...
Track & Field Center In Pullman Helped 2 Chicagoans On Path To Paris Olympics
PULLMAN — When Craig Collins was growing up in South Shore, his running teams would practice in school hallways. Outdoor tracks got ripped to shreds by football practice. Sand pits turned into puddles. Coaches also had math tests to grade. Collins still excelled in his sport, making it to...
‘Champions’ Residing in One Hospital’s NICU Melt Hearts in Their Best Olympic Outfits
The residents of one Illinois hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit are completely melting after the newborns’ caregivers dressed them all up in preparation of this year’s Olympic games. Advocate Children’s Hospital, located in Oak Lawn, shared a series of photos on Facebook on Thursday, July 25, of...
Event Preview: 2024 US Womens Match Racing Championship
The 2024 US Women’s Match Racing Championship will take place August 2–4 at the Chicago Yacht Club, Belmont Station. This prestigious event brings together some of the top female match racers from across the country, to compete for the coveted Allegra Knapp Mertz Trophy. The championship promises intense competition, showcasing skill, strategy, and sportsmanship on the waters of Lake Michigan.
ESPN Computer's Top 25 Rankings Heading Into August
We're almost less than one full month away from the start of the 2024 college football regular season. The 2024 college football regular season is set to begin at the end of August. It should be a historic one, with both the Big Ten and the SEC looking quite different. Ahead of the 2024 ...
An update on Chicagoland athletes participating in the Olympics
NBC 5 reporter Alex Maragos joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about some of the Chicago athletes participating in the Olympics and what people thought of the opening ceremony. He also shares details about what we can expect to see today.
‘Why can’t that be me?’ Chicago-area native Paul Juda shines in Olympic debut for Team USA gymnastics
PARIS — As a freshman in high school, U.S. gymnast Paul Juda attended a training camp for the junior national team where the coaches instructed the athletes to look around. “There will be an Olympian in this room,” they said. “There will be a world champion.” As he looked at the other gymnasts, Juda’s mind opened to the possibilities for someone with his talent and determination. He purchased ...
Athletes compete at Girls Flag Football Jamboree ahead of 1st IHSA-sanctioned season for sport
Pure athleticism was on full display Saturday at Morgan Park High School.The excitement was palpable, not just for the fourth-annual Girls Flag Football Jamboree, but there was also a lot of anticipation for a big change this year for the sport.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThis fall will be the first state-sanctioned high school girls flag football season in Illinois."The biggest difference is you can't tackle, but it's still just as physical as football," Whitney Young High School coach Valerie Spann said. "You still have to run your routes. You have to play aggressive defense. This...
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