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Patel becomes latest Cardinal runner honored by CCIW

By Brent Zell | Sep 26, 2016

For the third-straight week, a North Central College Cardinal was named Athlete of the Week by the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin.

NCC's Rutter, Warkenthein earn CCIW honors

By Brent Zell | Sep 18, 2016

Two North Central College players recently received honors from the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin.

Naperville Central alum Kolbe guides Redbirds past Northwestern in gridiron clash

By Brent Zell | Sep 18, 2016

Illinois State quarterback Jake Kolbe thought he played “pretty well” against Northwestern.

Cardinals get past Eagles, prepare for Warriors

By Brent Zell | Sep 12, 2016

North Central College held off Robert Morris University-Chicago for its 35-21 season-opening win Saturday, Sept. 3, in Arlington Heights.

Wildcat cross-country teams expect more excellence

By Brent Zell | Sep 9, 2016

It's another year, another potential top-10 finish for the Neuqua Valley boys' cross-country team.

Prep update: Experienced Wildcats off to a good start

By Brent Zell | Sep 9, 2016

With 12 returning letter winners in tow, Neuqua Valley's boys soccer team was off to a strong start this season.

Big three to lead Naperville Central in golf

By Brent Zell | Sep 2, 2016

Naperville Central might have some golfers playing deep into the fall this year.

Lewis volleyball team ranked 18th in preseason poll

By Brent Zell | Sep 1, 2016

Already this season, the Lewis University women's volleyball team is in familiar surroundings.

Fall High School Football Preview: New player boosts Oswego East's chances

By Brent Zell | Aug 26, 2016

Running back Ivory Kelly-Martin is new to Oswego East High School, but is well acquainted with shining on the football field.

Preview: Northwestern brings deep defense into 2016 season

By Brent Zell | Aug 26, 2016

An injury to a key player may have shown just what kind of strength Northwestern has this season.

Lewis tops GLVC in D2 ADA Academic Achievement Awards

By Brent Zell | Aug 25, 2016

Lewis University received the most Division II Athletics Directors Association Academic Achievement Awards among Great Lakes Valley Conference schools.

Lewis women's hoops great signs pro contract

By Brent Zell | Aug 18, 2016

Mariyah Brawner-Henley, the leading scorer and rebounder in Lewis University women's basketball history, has signed a contract to play professionally in Denmark, reports LewisFlyers.com.

NBA Hall of Famer to sign books in Naperville

By Brent Zell | Aug 12, 2016

NBA Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar will have a speaking and book-signing event at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at Pfeiffer Hall in Naperville, according to Patch.com and AndersonsBookshop.com.