Bolingbrook squeeze past Oswego East for Sectional Championship
In a game that saw 14 lead changes, and included a first half in which the largest margin was just four points, Bolingbrook prevailed for the 66-64 victory.
Niles North topple injury-plagued New Trier
Even with much lower expectations, the Vikings are quietly putting together a very nice season, with their latest triumph a 44-40 win over New Trier to move to 19-7 on the season.
Orr clinch share of Red North-West with win over Lane
Orr is no stranger to overcoming adversity. After starting the season 3-3, the Spartans now sit at 15-7, are on a six game win streak. and have returned to the … Continue Reading Orr clinch share of Red North-West with win over Lane
Dons down red hot Loyola
The Loyola Ramblers were one of the hottest teams in the area. Winners of nine straight games, including an impressive victory over Marian Catholic, Loyola had not lost since before … Continue Reading Dons down red hot Loyola
Holden’s Big 2nd Half Leads Wildkits to Victory
When the dust had settled the Wildkits 54-46 victory behind an outstanding second half from Evanston senior guard Jaheim Holden.
Wheeling tournament quarterfinals recap
Fremd holds off Waukegan for double overtime victory The fans at Wheeling received a late holiday present as the Fremd and Waukegan played an extra quarter of basketball on Thursday … Continue Reading Wheeling tournament quarterfinals recap
Niles North holds off late West rally in conference opener
But what may have been lost in fan support has been gained ten-fold in conference significance as Niles North controlled the game from start to finish to post a 61-48 win and start out the CSL South season with a win.
New Trier’s senior leadership holds off late Loyola run
New Trier got the better of Loyola this time around, holding off a Rambler rally for 55-52 win in the New Trier/Loyola Thanksgiving tournament.
Three point barrage lead St. Pats past Payton
The two teams combined for an incredible 27 made three pointers, before St. Pats eked out a 71-69 victory to move to 2-0 on the young season.
Illinois Preps Podcast Ep. 27: Sweet Home Chicago
Podcast for the week of 3/19
Illinois Preps Podcast Ep. 26: Don’t look back in anger
Podcast for the week of 3/12
Illinois Preps Podcast Ep. 25: Holding down the fort
Podcast for the week of 3/5
Illinois Preps Podcast Ep. 24: London Calling
In this episode we discuss: -I’ve apparently become the Maine West beat reporter -Girls super-sectionals and state predictions -Why 2A and 3A schools are rarely ranked -Boys regionals -“A Shot … Continue Reading Illinois Preps Podcast Ep. 24: London Calling
Maine West upsets New Trier to claim CSL crossover championship
Maine West pulled off a shocking 56-52 victory over New Trier to claim the CSL crossover championship and avoid a CSL South sweep.
Illinois Preps Podcast Ep. 23: Survive and Advance
Podcast for the week of 2/19
Battle of the border recap
Live updates from the “Battle of the Border”