Elgin Courier-News Sports – Page 54 – Local Business Headlines

Countdown to football: Mikey Claycombe cleans up good for Oswego, No. 4 in Aurora-Elgin preseason rankings

Senior linebacker Mikey Claycombe, who’s still waiting for his first offer, returns as the leading tackler for Oswego’s defense.

Ishmael George, who caught 46 passes for 908 yards and 20 TDs last year, wants to build upon a breakout season for the Storm.

Reece Powers had 16 catches for 168 yards and two TDs last season for West Aurora.

Although its historic run ended Sunday with a 4-0 loss to Staten Island, Hinsdale comes home with good memories.

Dominic Recchia, a standout on special teams with both kicks and punts, also starts at cornerback for the Foxes.

It’s a new season and a new role for Luke Gormsen, who wants to step up as the leader on defense for Jacobs.

Hinsdale, the Great Lakes Region champion, enjoys the spoils of being at the Little League World Series.

After starting at quarterback on varsity as a sophomore, Niko Villacci looks to lead Oswego East back to the playoffs.

Peter Popp missed most of the regular season for Sandwich but turned into a star in the playoffs with five sacks.

The resumption of West Aurora and East Aurora rivalry highlights Rick Armstrong’s 10 things to watch in 2024 as practice begins.