Schools Stories from December 26, 2012 (Change date)
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Mayer take Libertyville’s scoring higherDec 26, 2012 10:32 am - It’s not that Olivia Mayer’s shots are short. Rather, it’s the short guard’s shot totals that are falling short of her coach’s expectations. “I mean, it’s not that I don...
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Carmel’s effort is well worth watching for PerzDec 26, 2012 10:31 am - The pressure of a tight game was more than Carmel Catholic coach Kelly Perz could stand. OK, not really, but Perz decided that for good luck, she wouldn’t watch her Cor...
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Brunson’s big shot lifts Stevenson past Hinsdale CentralDec 26, 2012 10:29 am - Earlier this season, Stevenson’s Jalen Brunson had chances to close out a couple of games. It didn’t happen for him then, but Brunson picked a bigger stage for his firs...
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Fox Valley People of the Year, 2012Dec 26, 2012 10:00 am - What makes a person eligible for the end-of-the-year wrap on significant people in the Fox Valley? Accomplishments or actions. Here is a look back at some of the people ...
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Vernon Hills nets victory against MundeleinDec 26, 2012 9:57 am - Sydney Smith had 17 points, 5 rebounds, 2 blocks, and 2 steals, as Vernon Hills’ undefeated girls basketball team opened the Mundelein Mustang Holiday Classic with a 54-...
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Kaneland, Aurora Christian reach quarterfinalsDec 26, 2012 7:44 am - Matt Limbrunner came alive offensively and Kaneland’s defense did the rest in a 47-29 victory over Lisle on Wednesday at the 50th annual Plano Christmas Classic. Limbrun...
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Batavia buries BoganDec 26, 2012 7:44 am - Batavia 70, Bogan 51: In the opening round of the Montini Christmas Tournament, Batavia (11-5) used a 22-9 third quarter to break away from Bogan (10-2). Batavia’s post ...
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St. Charles East's rally falls shortDec 26, 2012 7:00 am - There were several strong comebacks staged by St. Charles East's girls basketball team Wednesday afternoon. But it was a lackluster start that left Saints coach Lori Dru...
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Stewart, Wheaton North jet past Downers Grove NorthDec 26, 2012 6:04 am - Don’t blink, or Reilly Stewart is by you. Wheaton North’s 5-foot-3 head-banded blur is the engine for one of the area’s highest-octane offenses, and she was at it again ...
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Experience pays off for WillowbrookDec 26, 2012 6:01 am - When Willowbrook coach Terry Harrell watches West Aurora, the familiarity hits close to home. “They remind me of my team last year,” said Harrell, whose Warriors went 15...