Bobby Narang

Bobby Narang is a freelance reporter for the Tribune.

Naperville Central’s Michael Page literally grows into a great hitter. The NCC commit is a ‘late bloomer.’

March 27, 2026 at 11:58 a.m.

Naperville Central outfielder Michael Page has grown from a 5-foot-5, 110-pound sophomore into a 6-3, 180-pound North Central College Commit.

Introducing the 2025-26 News-Sun Girls Basketball All-Area Team

March 20, 2026 at 9:52 a.m.

Three players each from Carmel, Lake Zurich and Wauconda are among the selections.

Breaking Libertyville records, Lily Fisher is the 2025-26 News-Sun Girls Basketball Player of the Year

March 20, 2026 at 7:41 a.m.

Junior guard Lily Fisher led Libertyville to the North Suburban Conference title and a Class 4A sectional championship game.

Mundelein ace Shae Johnson’s return from torn labrum is ‘emotional moment for her and her teammates’

March 17, 2026 at 7:56 a.m.

Unable to pitch last season, Mundelein's Shae Johnson throws a five-inning no-hitter in her first game back in the circle.

Bobby Narang’s top 10 girls soccer teams and 25 players to watch in Lake County for the 2026 season

March 13, 2026 at 8:58 a.m.

The North Suburban Conference is loaded at the top once again as Lake Zurich, Stevenson, Warren and Mundelein try to unseat Libertyville.

Deerfield defender Addy Margulis ‘never backs down.’ Not when she was a freshman, and not now.

March 13, 2026 at 7:32 a.m.

A starter since her freshman season, Deerfield junior defender Addy Margulis is a physical player who makes an impact on both ends of the field.

Louisville recruit Grace King takes the reins. With her, will Carmel reign? ‘She truly believes in all of us.’

March 11, 2026 at 6:29 a.m.

Senior catcher Grace King, closely linked with fellow slugger Grace Brown for three years, is ready to lead Carmel this season following Brown's graduation.

Bobby Narang’s top 10 softball teams and 25 players to watch in Lake County for the 2026 season

March 11, 2026 at 6:46 a.m.

Antioch, Stevenson and Mundelein, all loaded not only with talent but also extensive playoff experience, begin the season with high hopes.

Wauconda’s Maddie May is the center of attention. She gets that now. Watch out. ‘I have a lot of confidence.’

March 6, 2026 at 6:29 a.m.

After hitting .500 as a freshman, Wauconda's Maddie May wasn't going to surprise anyone last year. But she still hit .459. She's aiming even higher this season.

Glenbrook North’s Ariella Dobin follows plan, including celebration of state title. ‘I wanted it so bad.’

March 3, 2026 at 12:43 p.m.

After losing in a state championship match last year, Glenbrook North’s Ariella Dobin was determined to avoid a similar ending.

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