Meeting athletic challenges a familiar Foy story

The 300-meter hurdles might be the most pain-fraught event run at a high school track meet. Requiring a sprinter's speed, a distance runner's stamina and field event devotee's attention to technique, it is not an event for which many coaches have volunteers.

Last hurrah for Bloom coach Jasper Williams

In a program that is rich in basketball history as any other program in the state, Bloom Township head boys basketball coach Jasper Williams and assistant coach Pete McGuire are as much a part of the tradition as the packed gyms and the legend of Wes Mason.

Bloom Twp. assistant Pete McGuire has a lot memories, stories to share

All told, retiring Bloom Township assistant boys basketball coach Pete McGuire has been on the bench for over 500 wins between the Bloom Township and Bloom Trail programs.

Where Are They Now? Luke Butkus

Luke Butkus' voice filled with excitement with the talk of football practice beginning and the University of Illinois football team getting ready for "Camp Rantoul."

Thornridge, SIU grad McCall looking to continue her throwing career

Maybe the biggest difference in determining Jeneva McCall's future was something that did not happen in the competition arena.

Where Are They Now? Michelle Venturella

Michelle Venturella knows competing in Division I softball is a tough go for a mid-major school like Illinois-Chicago, but she won't let that be an excuse.