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No longer just a kid, Memphis recruit Sydney Buchanan comes up big for Mother McAuley. ‘A bigger hammer for us.’
The Memphis recruit led the Mighty Macs in their season opener with eight kills, six digs, eight service points and three aces.
Illinois State recruit Chase Kwiatkowski, a Lake Central transfer, gets big break at St. Laurence. ‘I’m just as hungry.’
Illinois State recruit Chase Kwiatkowski, who transferred from Lake Central in Indiana, wants to lead Vikings back to state.
Countdown to football: Zion Gist gears up for Lincoln-Way East, No. 1 in Daily Southtown preseason rankings
Zion Gist, a Western Michigan recruit, is going to study aviation in college. He’s ready to soar this fall for the Griffins.
Countdown to football: Jack Elliott carries banner for Mount Carmel, No. 2 in Daily Southtown preseason rankings
Jack Elliott, who has committed to Vanderbilt, is back to help Mount Carmel defends its Class 7A state title.
Matthew Suchecki, who also plays golf in the fall, grabs reins for St. Laurence in soccer. ‘He’s taken charge.’
Matthew Suchecki, who also plays golf, will be a key leader as St. Laurence looks to improve upon finishing third in Class 2A.
Make no mistake, Northwestern recruit Bella Bullington focuses on one goal for Marist. ‘This is the pinnacle.’
As a junior last season, Bella Bullington had 482 kills, 281 digs, 46 aces and 75 blocks for RedHawks. Those are “wow” numbers.
Steve Millar’s top 10 boys soccer teams and 25 players to watch in the Southland for the 2024 season
Bloom begins on top of mountain, but St. Laurence, Brother Rice, Stagg and Reavis continue to climb and pose postseason threat.
Countdown to football: Daniel Rouse makes the calls for Joliet Catholic, No. 3 in Daily Southtown preseason rankings
One of four brothers to play linebacker at Joliet Catholic, Daniel Rouse looks to lead the way on defense for the Hilltoppers.
Countdown to football: Koda Miller puts in the time for Providence, No. 4 in Daily Southtown preseason rankings
Koda Miller, who plays French horn in the school’s band, wants to help Providence sing a winning tune by anchoring offensive line.