Seneca softball beats PBL at Watseka sectional

WATSEKA — Seneca leadoff hitter Madi Shanks started the Class 2A Watseka Sectional by reaching on an error by Paxton-Buckley-Loda's catcher on a bunt. She stole second, stole third and scored on a wild pitch. It put a smile on the faces of the Lady Irish fans, one that would remain for nearly the n ... Read More »

Minooka volleyball team wins Lockport Regional

LOCKPORT — Bishop takes Celtics, checkmate.

Minooka baseball beats Central in regional semifinal

MINOOKA — There were only three hits from the Minooka baseball team Wednesday evening against Plainfield Central, but the Indians sure made them count.  The Indians used two h

State track Preview: Area athletes have high hopes

Minooka is looking to build on its first boys track and field sectional championship in the 22 years outgoing coach Joe Urbelis has been at the helm.

Professional

Sale lifts White Sox past Twins

CHICAGO (MCT) — While the White Sox showed improvement Wednesday night in their attempt to solve left-handers, their own Chris Sale continued to demonstrate why he has been ... Read More »

Sports Blog

Cubs in a free fall, but panicking solves nothing

You know what's surprising about the Cubs' ongoing losing streak, which hit nine games yesterday? It's not that this ragtag baseball team would get beat nine straight times. I ... Read More »

Playoff action heats up for NHL, NBA

In what many would call an unwatchable season, the Cubs were particularly unwatchable last night, falling behind 7-0 by the third inning to the lowly Astros en route to a seve ... Read More »

Reader Poll

What are you planning for the Memorial Day weekend?

Enjoy a day at the beach or on the boat.
Seize an opportunity to get out the grill.
Attend a Memorial Day observance.
Catch up on cleaning the house.
Spend time with the family.