ATHLETES OF THE WEEK Addy Walker is a three -year varsity level swimmer. Since her freshman year at Woodstock High School Addy can be counted on for any […]
Jack Raymond, a senior, played linebacker for the Blue Streaks and was a leader of the defense for Woodstock High School football all season. Jack was a team captain […]
Ella Notaro has been the No. 1 golfer at Marian Central for the past two seasons. She regularly shoots in the low 40s, with the potential to break 40 […]
Marta Fito had an outstanding week, going 5-0 at No.1 singles. She was 2-0 in conference play and went 3-0 and won the Spirit of the Northwest Tournament in […]
Sophomore #20 Hadley Rogge is one of Marian Central Catholic High School volleyball’s top offensive leaders with 69 kills and 21 blocks! Hadley’s positive attitude on and off the court […]
Junior Lexi Hansen is a two-year varsity player. She is an integral part of the 2022 Thunder volleyball team’s 13-1 record. Aside from being a leader on and […]
Sophomore Jackson Thomas is a captain of the Woodstock High School varsity soccer team. He has also stepped up and taken control of the CB position and is a true […]
Cale McThenia is a junior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He passed or ran for eight touchdowns during the past two games, two of which were rushing. He has […]
Junior Woodstock North Maddie Mock has switched gears this year running in the front pack. The past two meets Maddie has finished as our number two varsity girl. She committed […]
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