Football standout Jack Sterzik plays little for Deerfield basketball. But he is ‘a big part of the success.’ February 9, 2026 at 7:25 a.m. Jack Sterzik was named a team captain for Deerfield in a special moment that acknowledged his impact.
When Michigan football calls, Libertyville’s Jack Treutelaar listens. ‘This is actually happening.’ February 5, 2026 at 9:07 a.m. Libertyville long snapper Jack Treutelaar's commitment to Michigan caps a whirlwind recruitment that didn’t even begin until January.
Steve Reaven’s high school boys basketball rankings and player of the week for Lake County February 2, 2026 at 10:39 a.m. Stevenson jumps to No. 2 in the rankings behind player of the week Rocco Pagliocca.
Damarrion Smith’s growth is obvious. ‘I look like a different player.’ He’s making Grant better too. February 2, 2026 at 8:21 a.m. Damarrion Smith has elevated his game to a higher level, and it's no coincidence that Grant has won four straight Northern Lake County Conference games.
Alex Ortega rises as one of Lake County’s best players and lifts Wauconda with him: ‘Heartbeat of the team’ January 29, 2026 at 9:49 a.m. After two challenging seasons, senior point guard Alex Ortega has led Wauconda to the top of the Northern Lake County Conference.
Steve Reaven’s high school boys basketball rankings and player of the week for Lake County January 26, 2026 at 8:35 a.m. Darnell "DJ" Stitts helps Grant win back-to-back conference games to return to the top 10.
Dominic Mordini puts Lake Forest on his shoulders: ‘Unstoppable even when teams try to shut him down’ January 26, 2026 at 7:32 a.m. Leading a team with several largely untested players, Dominic Mordini is averaging 16.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists.
Bound for IHSFCA Hall of Fame, Lake Forest coach Chuck Spagnoli feels ‘very lucky.’ His impact is real. January 23, 2026 at 9:01 a.m. Several of Chuck Spagnoli's former players, including new Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Tommy Rees, credit him for Lake Forest's success.
Steve Reaven’s high school boys basketball rankings and player of the week for Lake County January 20, 2026 at 9:59 a.m. Alex Ortega and Wauconda move into the top five after two wins at the Lakes MLK Classic.
Ben Kristopher overcomes doubts to become indispensable for Libertyville: ‘A matter of believing in myself’ January 20, 2026 at 7:59 a.m. Ben Kristopher is Libertyville’s second-leading scorer after three seasons in the program that shook his confidence.