Not all of the men’s swimming teams in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin were competing, but Woodstock North graduate Nick Phillips, an Augustana College junior swimmer, likes the […]
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 […]
Regional semifinal wins by Woodstock and Woodstock North High Schools last week created a post-season crosstown showdown. With all the drama of a wild west gunfight, the match Oct. 27 […]
Senior Tyler Fink has stepped up in a big way this season both as a senior and as a team captain. He is the bedrock for our defensive […]
By Lisa Kunzie news@thewoodstockindependent.com With all seven varsity runners crossing the finish line in the top nine, the Woodstock High School boys cross-country team won their fourth consecutive Kishwaukee River […]
Staff Reportnews@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock North High School students celebrated homecoming Friday with the usual festivities … a parade, spirit week, a dance, and a football game. Despite a loss to Ottawa […]
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 […]
Blue Streaks win rivalry game as former state champions look on Football fans from all over Woodstock came together last week to enjoy dinner and celebrate athletes from many different […]
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 […]
The ability to boot an accurate kick with a soccer ball or football is a valuable skill, so when a senior Thunder football captain suggested she take a shot at […]
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