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Barrington’s Austin Coles is one of the area’s top football recruits in the Class of 2027

‘Edgy’ Tim: Who are the area’s top Class of 2027 football recruits?

Prep football recruiting analyst “Edgy” Tim O’Halloran breaks down the area’s top recruits from the Class of 2027.

Tony Balanganayi has committed to play defense at the University of Illinois. He practices with his Palatine High School teammates on Monday.

Line of credit: How Palatine’s Tony Balanganayi developed into a top college football prospect

Learning from his older brothers and taking the best from both of them, Tony Balanganayi has developed into a special football player at Palatine.

After four years of retirement from professional baseball, Kaneland graduate Casey Crosby is back playing with the Kane County Cougars.

‘Appreciate your gifts’: Crosby brings new perspective to the Cougars

After four years of retirement from professional baseball, 36-year-old Kaneland graduate Casey Crosby is back playing for the Kane County Cougars.

Countdown to prep football: Seven new coaches on the sideline

Our countdown to high school football continues this week with seven new area coaches on the sideline this season.

Why July is an important month for Glenbard East’s Michael Nee

Michael Nee is one of several experienced seniors slated to return this season for the Rams, leading to high expectations for the program. The Rams finished last season with a 21-11 record, including first place with a 12-1 mark in the Upstate Eight Conference East Division. Glenbard East won a regional championship.

Lakes graduate Larson came into Fargo as No. 1 wrestler in the nation

Josephine Larson, who graduated from Lakes Community High School and will wrestle at Division I Sacred Heart University in Connecticut, ended the 2024-25 school year as the nation’s No. 1 ranked girls wrestler at 190 pounds.

Northwestern defensive lineman Carmine Bastone (90) sacks Maryland quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. and forces a fumble during a game last season.

Five college football players from the suburbs to watch this season

This week’s High Five looks at five area football players ready to contribute this season for their college teams.