Abigail Ward’s outstanding leadership and performance on the field this week have made her a tremendous asset to the Woodstock North High School team. As Thunder’s main center back, she […]
Woodstock High School senior Erin Doherty is a varsity captain and a four-year varsity player. She has been a tremendous leader for the younger players in the program so far […]
Woodstock North High School senior Elli Voss started the season looking exceptionally strong and focused. From the first day of practice, she has shown a great work ethic and determination. […]
Woodstock High School senior Ben Vanderville has shown remarkable dedication to the boys tennis program at Woodstock High School. Ben began his varsity career midway through his sophomore season when […]
Julia Dovidio is a sophomore on Marian Central Catholic High School’s girls varsity basketball team. Julia led the team in scoring for the month of January at 7.7 points a […]
Brianna Crown Woodstock High School senior Brianna Crown is a captain of the Woodstock girls wrestling team. She is 35-9 and finished 4th at the Hampshire Regional to advance to […]
Dan French continues to make history for Marian Central Catholic High School wrestling. The Hurricanes’ 190-pounder captured a Regional championship, officially qualifying for sectionals for the third straight year. Earlier […]
AJ Cohen is a senior varsity basketball player at Woodstock North. He shows great integrity on and off the court, demonstrating what it means to be a Thunder athlete. AJ was […]
Aaden Brandt is a sophomore guard on the boys varsity basketball team at Marian Central Catholic High School. Aaden delivered a standout game during the Marengo Holiday Tournament, scoring 14 […]
Makenzie Rice is a freshman on the varsity competitive cheer team at Woodstock North High School. Makenzie brings a level of spirit to the team that is truly irreplaceable. She […]
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