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Angel Reese Has Amazing Offer For Young Fan With Same Name
There's a lot of things to say about Chicago Sky star Angel Reese but after a recent interaction with a fan it feels like "one of a kind" doesn't cut it anymore. Recently a post went viral of a little girl named Angel Reese who recently wore the No. 5 for the Team Sky rec season. The fan reportedly ...
Here is the complete list of Illinois Olympians competing in Paris 2024
The 2024 Summer Olympics will begin soon, and any Illinois native needing an athlete to cheer for will have 36 athletes to cheer for in Paris. There are some well-known athletes, such as Chicago native and current Los Angeles Laker Anthony Davis, but there are others, like Riverside, Illinois, native, volleyball star and first-time Olympian Dana Rettke, who will get a chance to experience the biggest sports stage the world has to offer.
Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA's game assist record with 19 in Fever's loss to Wings
ARLINGTON, Texas — (AP) — Indiana rookie Caitlin Clark broke the WNBA record for assists in a game Wednesday night, finishing with 19 in the Fever's 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings. “I just try to set my teammates up for success,” Clark said. “I think at times...
Cubs announce reconfigured field for Northwestern game at Wrigley to avoid last year's strange design
The Northwestern Wildcats will return to Wrigley Field this fall for two games at the Friendly Confines, but things will look a little different. The Cubs announced on Wednesday that they’ve reconfigured the field so that each team will have a sideline of its own. Last year, the team’s...
Kate Martin Injured During Las Vegas Aces Loss to Chicago
Iowa Hawkeye and Las Vegas Aces fans held their collective breaths last night as form Hawkeye Kate Martin suffered a lower leg injury. ESPN reports that the incident happened with 1:19 left in the first quarter when Martin appeared to slip on the court. Her reaction to the injury was immediate. Her teammates rushed onto the court and even shielded her from TV cameras.
Hinsdale’s Amegadjie Ready to Bear Down
Kiran Amegadjie came to Hinsdale Central High School thinking his future was in basketball. By sophomore year, however, he made a pivot with his career and started to play football, instead. “He was late to the game, so he really didn’t start playing football until his sophomore year in high...
How You Can Claim a FREE Chick-fil-A Sandwich When The Cubs Play At Wrigley
We all love getting free stuff, whether it’s a complimentary dessert on our birthday, a free concert at Millennium Park, or a movie screening in the park. However, it’s rare for our favorite sports teams to give away free items unless we’re actually at the game. Fortunately, Chick-fil-A is combining our love for baseball and our obsession with freebies. Plus, you don’t even have to attend the game to get it. Whenever the Cubs play at home, you’ll have the opportunity to claim a FREE Chick-fil-A Sandwich. Are you interested? Because we are. No. The only time you can claim a free sandwich is when the Cubs play at home in Wrigley, AND they win. 1. Ensure you are within the Chicago area of the giveaway. 2. Grant the Chick-fil-A® App permission to access your device’s location. 3. Confirm that you are using the latest version of the app. 4. Claim your reward! The offer will appear on the app’s home screen if you are in the Chicago geographic area. Tap “Claim” before the expiration date. When you redeem the reward, do so at a participating Chicago restaurant before the reward expires.
After amputation, suburban high school teacher relearns her passion for soccer
A suburban high school teacher is inspiring her community by taking on new challenges, even in the face of extreme adversity. “It's humbling to see just the amount of grace that she has, and kindness,” said Malinda Majoch, the principal at Harold L. Richards High School in Oak Lawn.
Two new paddle courts likely at KLM
Hinsdale paddle tennis enthusiasts likely will have two new courts to use at Katherine Legge Memorial Park this fall or winter. "We feel like this proposal is a win-win-win situation," said Kevin Parks, a board member of the Hinsdale Platform Tennis Association, citing the village, HPTA and the public as beneficiaries. "Through our partnership with the village, we have been able to create a world-class facility now over at KLM park.
Allie Skaggs signs with Athletes Unlimited Pro Softball
Allie Skaggs, one of the most accomplished second basemen in Arizona softball history, will continue her playing career this summer with Athletes Unlimited Pro Softball. AU announced Wednesday morning that Skaggs will join the league for its five weeks of competition at Parkway Bank Sports Complex in Rosemont, Ill., starting July 26.
Flowers’ football camp fills fast
Last fall, Oak Park and River Forest High School alum Dallis Flowers, who graduated in 2015, received the best honor a high school student-athlete can get as his #21 football jersey was retired by the school. Now Flowers is giving back to by conducting a free youth football camp for...
Caleb Williams Aimed To Secure No-Franchise Tag Clause In Bears Rookie Deal
Reported as completed Tuesday, the Bears’ negotiations with Caleb Williams may not be done just yet. As this is a modern rookie contract, a deal is expected to be finalized well before the season. But this year’s No. 1 pick asked for an unusual clause, representing one of the hold-ups.
Chicago Cubs draft East Noble grad Brayden Risedorph
KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (WANE) – East Noble graduate and Indiana University pitcher Brayden Risedorph heard his name called in the 20th round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday, as the righty was selected with the 602nd overall pick by the Chicago Cubs. Risedorph just finished his sophomore season for the Hoosiers this past spring. He […]
Open Thread Question of the Day: What is the best sports radio show in Chicago?
When I started getting interested in sports and flipping my radio over to Chicago stations to hear the discussion, I quickly learned. For Chicago sports fan, you’re either a 670 The Score fan or an ESPN 1000 fan. There are a few who toggle up and down the dial, but for the most part you like one station a little more.
Angel Reese's Opinion Of A'ja Wilson Couldn't Be Clearer
Angel Reese and A'ja Wilson go way back. These two have a long-standing relationship, which was on full display after the Chicago Sky upset the Las Vegas Aces, 93-85, Tuesday night. After the game, Reese and Wilson shared an endearing moment as the Aces superstar congratulated the rookie ...
White Sox rolling out concert-style posters in another crossover of art and Chicago sports
CHICAGO (AP) — Sitting in the middle of his All Star Press gallery in Logan Square, Zissou Tasseff-Elenkoff sees a Chicago that loves its art and sports. Murals and sculptures and statues. Football, baseball, basketball and more. It’s only natural, he says, that they should all play together.
Western DuPage Special Recreation Association hosts first Special Olympics flag football program
Kids with the Western DuPage Special Recreation Association have hit the gridiron this year as members of the first Special Olympics flag football program. Calling themselves the Wildcats, the team is made up of athletes ages 7-15 to learn more about the game of football, as well as teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical fitness.
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