As a dedicated member of the Marian dance team and an active dancer at her studio, Darcie Emmert consistently demonstrates passion, discipline, and leadership, both on and off stage. She […]
Senior Gabby Schefke is a true leader for Woodstock North volleyball. She’s been crushing it for the Thunder with 48 aces this season, and she recently broke the school record […]
Caden Thompson, a senior at Woodstock High School, is a third-year varsity quarterback for the Blue Streaks. He started the season with a 67% completion rate and has thrown seven […]
Marian Central Catholic High School sophomore Jordan Cheng went 3-0 last weekend at the Vernon Hills Invitational tennis match, winning matches over her opponents from Waukegan, Vernon Hills, and Lake […]
Ben Weir, a junior at Woodstock North High School, has had a great start to the 2025 golf season. He finished third individually in the Sandwich Invite, carding an 82. […]
Woodstock High School sophomore Andrea Leon Gonzalez played in all four sets against both Harvard and Marengo, showcasing consistency and hustle throughout the matches. Against Marengo, Andrea delivered four serving […]
Finn Pivnicka is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He recently had two career- high-scoring games and is also growing into a leader of the boys basketball team, […]
Jadyn is a four-year varsity athlete for the Woodstock co-op girls swim team. She has been one of the strongest members on the team in her four years. She has […]
Marian Central Catholic High School senior Finn Pivnicka is the son of Steve and Sarah Pivnicka.His teacher commented, “Finn lives out his strong Catholic faith every day through his exemplary […]
Gabrielle Schefke, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is a varsity volleyball player. Her return to play after an ACL tear wasn’t expected to be until this past week […]
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