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Fully healed from torn meniscus, Geneva’s Noah Hallahan strikes out nine in four innings. ‘Just stay focused.’
Noah Hallahan strikes out nine and gives up only one hit and three walks for Geneva in a 4-0 victory over Bartlett.
Stepping up as a senior, Waubonsie Valley’s Nathan Napolitano earns first pitching start. ‘A little nervous.’
Waubonsie Valley's Nathan Napolitano strikes out four in four innings in a 6-2 season-opening over St. Charles East.
Zacharia Barkho, who returns as the team’s ace, eases back into pitching for South Elgin. ‘Keep him fresh.’
Zacharia Barko, who went 8-2 with a 1.29 ERA last season, will be slowly eased into action this spring for South Elgin.
Oscar Alexander Jr., only a junior, catches on behind plate for West Aurora. And now, he knows. ‘I belong.’
Oscar Alexander Jr. looks to have a breakout season as a catcher in his second varsity season for West Aurora.
Back for fourth varsity year, Valparaiso-bound Brandon Pelz builds on big dreams for Bartlett. ‘A huge step.’
Valparaiso commit Brandon Pelz, a senior right-handed pitcher, returns for fourth varsity season to pace Bartlett.
Paul Johnson’s top 10 baseball teams and 25 players to watch in the Aurora-Elgin area for the 2026 season
Waubonsie Valley begins at top, but keep an eye on Geneva, South Elgin, Kaneland and St. Charles North.
Introducing the 2025-26 Beacon-News/Courier-News Girls Basketball All-Area Team
Two players each from Waubonsie Valley, Aurora Central Catholic and St. Charles East lead first three teams.
Giving kudos to the barn, Connor Kimme takes his shot as Kaneland wins sectional title. ‘Kid is a gym rat.’
Connor Kimme leads all scorers with 17 points as Kaneland guts out 51-41 win over Crystal Lake South for sectional title.
After returning from broken hand, St. Edward’s Layne Dawson levels up on defense at state. ‘Sky’s the limit.’
Layne Dawson comes through with nine points and 10 rebounds in semifinal loss to Byron as St. Edward finishes fourth.