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Wrestling: St. Charles East takes down Marmion to win state title
St. Charles East and Marmion Academy played out an intense two-hour state final Saturday night in downtown Bloomington -- and in the very last match of this 3A championship contest it was AJ Marino who decided this thriller. → Read More
Girls wrestling: Gomez, Perry finish as undefeated state champs
If there was any doubt if both Gabriella Gomez and Sydney Perry are not the best in the state, as well as near the top on the national scene, look no further to the sensational performances each produced Saturday at the second girls state championships. → Read More
Wrestling: Hersey, Warren make history
It was a night of firsts Tuesday evening in Huntley. → Read More
Wrestling: Conant's Stiles wins third state title
The three fingers Ethan Stiles splashed along his forearm said it all for the Conant senior after the top rated 160-pounder in the state, and nationally ranked Cougars captain, claimed his third state championship of his career Saturday. → Read More
Wauconda duo among area wrestlers headed to title bouts
The path to glory, however difficult it can be, is filled with knowledge that all the hard work, dedication, training, detention to detail, and a belief in one self will be well worth the reward in the end. → Read More
Fabulous foursome dominates at Barrington sectional
The 2022-2023 wrestling season has been one to remember thus far, but Saturday afternoon in Barrington, the drama and emotion associated with advancing to the 3A state tournament gave a big crowd plenty to celebrate. → Read More
Wrestling: Trio of MSL teams claim regional titles
What a day of wrestling for the MSL on Saturday. → Read More
Hersey claims 2nd straight MSL crown; Warren rules Lake County meet
Hersey entered the second day of the MSL Conference Wrestling Tournament with a narrow 3.5-point lead over Prospect ahead of the action at William Perry Gymnasium. → Read More
DuPage County and Fox wrestling notes: Marmion, St. Charles East separate from the pack
From the middle of December, and right up until 2023 is welcomed, wrestling tournaments galore splash across the area at venues such as Rex Whitlach, Dvorak and the Flavin. → Read More
Fans' guide to holiday wrestling tournaments
In advance of the second half of the wrestling season, there are a handful of tournaments both in and around the area that are 'must-see' viewing for fans of the sport. → Read More
Wrestling season preview: Scouting Cook and Lake County teams
Here's a look at what to expect this winter for Cook and Lake County wrestling teams. → Read More
Wrestling season preview: Scouting Fox and DuPage teams
Here's a look at what to expect this winter for DuPage County and Fox wrestling teams. → Read More
Boys soccer: Conant's Belcher earns Cook County All-Area Captain
Conant's Carson Belcher is the Captain of the 2022 Daily Herald Cook County All-Area Boys Soccer Team. → Read More
Boys soccer: 2022 Cook County All-Area Team
Meet the 2022 Daily Herald Cook County Boys Soccer All-Area Team. → Read More
Boys soccer: 2022 Lake County All-Area Team
Meet the 2022 Daily Herald Lake County Boys Soccer All-Area Team. → Read More
Boys soccer: Stevenson's Nyc earns Lake County All-Area Captain
Stevenson's Nyc is the Captain of the 2022 Daily Herald Lake County All-Area Boys Soccer Team. → Read More
Boys soccer: Grayslake Central suffers 2nd straight state heartbreaker
Graylake Central's dream of playing for state title were dashed Friday afternoon after its heartbreaking 1-0 loss to downstate Chatham Glenwood in its 2A state semifinal contest at Garver Stadium at host Hoffman Estates High School. → Read More
Boys soccer: Lake Zurich, Stevenson among regional winners
Here's a look at Cook and Lake County boys soccer regional championship games. → Read More
Girls tennis: St. Viator starts strong on 1st day at state
One year after claiming its best finish ever at the girls tennis state tournament, St. Viator, thanks in part to a wonderful first day by No. 1 Meredith Garcia (30-4), finds itself in position to earn a second straight top 10 when the final match is over Saturday afternoon. → Read More
Girls tennis: Timothy Christian, Elgin Academy making noise at 1A state tournament
With North Shore Country Day and Chicago U-High taking control of the big trophy in the first four years of Class 1A state tennis, it would be Timothy Christian and Elgin Academy who would make their mark on the tennis scene in sensational fashion a year ago. → Read More