The high school football season is underway, with Merrillville and Valparaiso joining the No. 1 ranked Crown Point in Class 6A. As defending 2A state champion, Andrean aims for victory in 3A. Top 10 Teams 1. Crown Point (10-1) Under Coach Craig Buzea, the Bulldogs maintain their dominance with four unbeaten regular seasons and conference […]
The Game that Turned Heads On a memorable Friday night in Mundelein, Chicagoland witnessed a remarkable fireworks display, both literally and figuratively. October 3, 2025, marked a showdown between Montini and Carmel that drew attention not only for its fireworks but also for an extraordinary football matchup. Israel Abrams and Trae Taylor, both juniors then, […]
LSU recruit and high school quarterback Peyton ‘Pop’ Houston shines both on the field and in academics. Known for his strong performance, he balances sports with maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA. Houston, who committed to Louisiana State University, is one of the top quarterbacks in his class. He recently discussed his achievements on ‘America’s Newsroom’ […]
Louie Shaffer embodies the positivity needed by teams like the Deerfield Warriors to endure challenging times. During the Warriors’ difficult one-win 2025 season, Shaffer returned from a yearlong injury and secured his spot on the field, both with his skill and his encouraging outlook on the future. ‘I’m excited about this season, and everyone on […]
Brennon Zeng has often been the quiet member of Batavia’s impressive group of senior receivers, but his name is coming into the limelight this season. Coaches have taken note. The 6-foot-3, 190-pound senior recently committed to Northern Illinois University and became the third of Batavia’s senior receivers to earn a Division I scholarship. He joins […]
Aleece Ehler’s freshman season at Andrean showcased her as a promising outside hitter. Coach Grant Bell highlighted her ability to adapt quickly in a challenging environment. He noted that facing tough situations allowed her to develop resilience, a trait vital for young athletes. Bell emphasized the importance of Ehler becoming more vocal on the court […]
Senior linebacker Colton Zvonar recognizes that this season marks a significant chapter for Lincoln-Way and his family. It might be the final season for his father, Rob, the sole head coach in the football program’s history. This year will also be Rob’s last coaching his sons with the Griffins. Colton is the youngest of three […]
A high school football player in Arkansas encountered a disturbing surprise during practice. While warming up at Maumelle High, a student discovered a 2-foot-long venomous snake inside his helmet. The student felt unusual movement inside his headgear and alerted an assistant coach. They found a cottonmouth snake slithering behind the helmet’s padding. The cottonmouth, a […]
Neuqua Valley’s offensive lineman, Max Schueneman, encountered a tough introduction to varsity football. During his sophomore year debut at Oswego, he experienced a humbling start. “My first varsity play, I actually fell straight on my face,” Schueneman recalled. That moment marked the lowest point of his varsity career. He quickly recuperated on the next play, […]
Kaneland’s football team receives positive news as senior Rogan O’Neil returns stronger than ever, ready to take on his role as inside linebacker after an unforeseen surgery. O’Neil injured his shoulder during a game against Rochelle in Week 7 of the previous season. “On the second play, my shoulder popped,” O’Neil recalled. Despite missing the […]