Barrington's Bernal makes college choice

Barrington boys soccer standout Brian Bernal has signed a National Letter of Intent to play men's soccer for Calumet College of St. Joseph under coach Peter Haze Haring.

Bernal, a member of the 2007 Barrington High School Class AA state championship team, was named team defensive player of the year as well as being named to the all-conference and Daily Herald All-Area teams.

"I'm glad Brian decided on a school and decided to keep playing soccer," said Barrington coach Scott Steib. "He was the anchor to our backline this season. Brian has a big heart and will work hard for his new coach, he is a big loss and will be hard to replace."

Bernal plans to major in business while attending Calumet College of St. Joseph.

Coach Peter Haze Haring said: "Brian comes from a great soccer background with his high school and club experiences he will bring a winning attitude to the Crimson Wave men's soccer team. Brian is another piece to the foundation of a team looking to become stronger in the CCAC and NAIA. I am hoping that he can step in immediately and become an impact player for the squad."

Leyden correction: Leyden (14-2, 10-1) swept a West Suburban Gold double-header at Proviso East on Saturday.

The Eagles won the opener 11-2 as Jonathan Weaver (4-1) allowed 2 hits and no earned runs with 12 strikeouts and no walks in 5 innings. Jack Townley was 4-for-4 with 4 RBI and Joe Natale had 2 doubles and 2 RBI.

Leyden won the second game 13-0 in 5 innings as Weaver was 3-for-4 with 3 RBI and Stephens had 3 RBI. Ricky Zapata (2-0) allowed 2 hits with 3 strikeouts.