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Volleyball prepares for The Opening Weekend
The Joliet Junior College volleyball team returns to action this weekend when the Wolves participate in The Opening Weekend tournament at UW Health Sports Factory in Rockford, Ill. The Wolves will play six matches in three days, beginning with a pair against John Wood and Iowa Lakes on Friday, August 23.
Wolves win first game of new men's soccer season
After the first 90 minutes of the season, the Wolves stand tall as the Joliet Junior College men's soccer team shutout University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at Rock County on the road, 5-0. The Wolves (1-0) scored four goals in the first half, led byAdrian Gonzalez Martin with a pair in the 28th minute and the 36th minute. Jesus Diaz-Calderon recorded the first goal in the 13th minute while Jonathan Mendez added another in the 22nd. In the second half, Adan Mondragon scored the final goal in the 58th minute. Jordi Muntada recorded a pair of assists in the victory.
Saints Drop First Two Matches of Big Dogs Classic
Joliet, Ill. - The University of St. Francis women's volleyball team started its 2024 campaign on a tough note as it fell twice in the opening day of its annual Big Dogs Classic at the Sullivan Center on Friday. USF (0-2) started the day with a 3-1 loss against (RV)...
Late Goal Forces Draw as Warriors Open Season
PALOS HEIGHTS, Ill. – Midland University kicked off its season with a draw against Governors State University on Thursday evening. After falling behind early, the Warriors battled back and took the lead before the Jaguars spoiled the opener with a last-minute goal for the 2-2 tie in the neutral site game just outside of Chicago.
Rocky Volleyball Opens up the Big Dogs Classic with a Pair of Four-Set Victories
JOLIET, Ill.- Rocky Volleyball defeated host University of St. Francis and Saint Xavier each in four sets to begin the Big Dogs Classic in Illinois 2-0. How it Happened - vs. University of St. Francis. It was a slow start for the Battlin' Bears to open Friday's action. Costly mistakes,...
Setting the Vision & Laying the Foundation at Eisenhower
In the summer, with less then a week before the first football practice, Vincent Holmes was named the head coach of the Eisenhower Cardinals. With 18 years of offensive and defensive coordinator experience, inside of Community High School District 218, Holmes is ready to take the reins. The stars on...
Season Preview: Glenwood Volleyball
Top Returnees from Fall 2023 (name-position-year) Reagan Littrell-Libero-Soph, Mya Marshall-OPP-Junior, Alexis Neumann-MB-Soph, Morgan Wiezorek-S-Soph. Who are the newcomers we should know about and why? Transfer from SHG Blythe Burk-S-Soph. With her court smart ability and volleyball knowledge, she will be an immediate impact player. Head Coach says: Neumann and Littrell...
Matthew Suchecki, who also plays golf in the fall, grabs reins for St. Laurence in soccer. ‘He’s taken charge.’
St. Laurence’s Matthew Suchecki is ready for another busy fall. Suchecki, a senior defender, will be a key leader on the Vikings’ soccer team, which is looking for another big season after finishing third in Class 2A in 2023. When he’s not on the soccer field, however, you can catch him on the golf course as he’s also playing that sport for St. Laurence in the same season. “There are some days ...
PREVIEW: Rocky Volleyball Travels to Illinois For Four Matches in the Big Dogs Classic
JOLIET, Ill.- Rocky Volleyball will continue its preseason schedule in Joliet, Illinois, starting Friday afternoon. The Battlin' Bears took two of their three matches in straight sets last weekend at the Big Sky Challenge, defeating Doane University and Bushnell University. Their third and final match was against No. 2 ranked Northwestern College (Iowa), which they dropped in a competitive three sets.
Women's soccer has high expectations for 2024 season
The Joliet Junior College women's soccer team looks to build upon the success of last season as the Wolves return to action on Saturday, August 24 against Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, Ill. Head coach Henry Cheung is entering his third season leading the Wolves. He will be joined...
Sandburg volleyball sets sights on conference 3-peat
GALESBURG — After winning a second straight Arrowhead Conference championship last season, the Sandburg volleyball team aims for a three-peat this fall. The Chargers finished 2023 with a 26-15 overall record and won the conference title with a 9-1 mark. It was the 10th Arrowhead championship in program history and fourth in the past six years.
Benet Academy girls golf wins third straight McGonagle City Championship
Benet Academy girls golf enters the 22nd annual Vern McGonagle City Championship as the reigning champions, but five local schools look to take the top spot. We will have a new solo champion this year after Redwing Jenna Schilts graduated and now plays at the University of Michigan. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.
Naperville Central girls golf defeats Naperville North by a single stroke
The opening week of the girls golf season rolls on with Naperville Central hosting rival Naperville North at Naperbrook Golf Course. The Huskies are coming off a second place finish in the McGonagle the day before. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. Naperville Central starts strong on the second hole.
Varsity football to scrimmage at Wheaton-Warrenville South, boys soccer to headline Red & White Night
Naperville Central will host its annual Red & White Night on Friday, Aug. 23. The event will include a club expo and scrimmages from all Fall sports with the exception of varsity football, who will play a week zero scrimmage at Wheaton-Warrenville South High School. This is the first year...
Neuqua Valley boys golf begins the 2024 DVC slate with a win over Naperville Central
Naperbrook Golf Course welcomes Neuqua Valley boys golf and Naperville Central for the opening DVC match of the season. Wildcat Braden Chung is coming off his individual title at the McGonagle City Championship; however, the Redhawks shot two strokes better as a team. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. Naperville...
GSU's Rafael Silverio Late Goal Lifts Jaguars to 2-2 Tie In Season Opener vs. Midland University (NE)
Palos Heights, Illinois - GovState forward Rafael Silverio (Sr. transfer, Islas Cawarias, Spain) booted home a left footed goal in the final minute to lift the Jaguars to a 2-2 tie in the 2024 season opener vs. Midland University (Nebraska). Silverio's goal was assisted by John Gonzalez (Sr., Medelin, Columbia)...
Defenders Fall to Trinity on the Road
The Dordt Defenders dropped a 2-0 decision to Trinity (Ill.) on Thursday afternoon in Palos Heights, Illinois. This is the Defender's first loss this season as their record falls to 0-1-1. HOW IT HAPPENED. Dordt found themselves in an early hole as Trinity scored just five minutes into the game....
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