Matt Le Cren

Matt Le Cren is a freelance reporter for the Chicago Tribune.

August 26, 2026 at 10:11 a.m.

Senior defender Cam Brown is also a captain for Naperville North, which has won four state titles in the past 10 years.

August 25, 2026 at 6:19 a.m.

Metea Valley coach Patrick Sheehan said Charlie Larson "didn’t even bat an eye" when he was asked to move to wide receiver.

August 22, 2026 at 2:40 a.m.

Tito Ajibola makes five catches for 102 yards and a touchdown and also plays well on defense in Metea Valley's loss to St. Charles East.

August 21, 2026 at 7:55 a.m.

As Benet reloads with youth, the DuPage Valley Conference is loaded with experienced players.

August 21, 2026 at 6:21 a.m.

Sophia Youssef is one of just two returning starters for Benet, which has finished second in Class 4A in four straight seasons.

August 20, 2026 at 9:57 a.m.

Senior midfielder Dylan Healy is the only returning starter for Naperville North, which has won four state titles in 10 years.

August 20, 2026 at 10:44 a.m.

Naperville Central will try to dethrone defending Class 3A state champion Naperville North as Benet moves to the Chicago Catholic League.

August 20, 2026 at 6:45 a.m.

High school football fans and college scouts are going to see a lot more of Naperville North tight end Aiden Trasatt this season.

August 18, 2026 at 6:25 a.m.

Naperville North, the area's most successful team last season, aims to extend its run of playoff appearances as others try to bounce back.

August 18, 2026 at 10:08 a.m.

Benet sophomore offensive lineman Jackson Bonebrake and coach James White have also bonded over their love for the Patriots.

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