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OPRF makes statement with win over Glenbard West
Starting off the second half of the season versus Glenbard West High School, OPRF hadn't played at home since its preseason scrimmage during Huskiepalooza. Tied with York for first place in the...
Fenwick boys hoops take down St. Patrick in OT
The Friars got their first win in 2020 with a 72-66 overtime victory over St. Patrick High School on Jan. 11. Fenwick's Trey Pettigrew buried seven 3-pointers in his 28-point outburst while his...
Meet Fenwick's new football head coach
On Dec. 9, Fenwick named Matt Battaglia as its 16th varsity football head coach in the program's 90-year history. After taking care of his Bowl game duties, Battaglia is settling into his new...
OPRF swimmers take down LTHS in dual meet
The Huskies boys swim team traveled to Western Springs to take on their conference foes in Lyons Township High School on Dec. 13. OPRF took care of business with a 112-73 win over the Lions.
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Dominican wins annual conference food drive
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In the 13th year of "Cans Across the Conference," Dominican University's athletic program donated 8,894 items to Beyond Hunger and the Thanksgiving Basket Program.
OPRF student thrives as global climber
Lee has worked to become one of the best youth climbers in the country and has traveled around the world competing against the best of the best. Thanks to all the work he's put in the last 10 years,...
Fenwick falls to Simeon at invitational
Trinity and Fenwick girls basketball had an eventful weekend when both programs suited up against the top teams in the state. The Friars participated in the Chicagoland Showcase invitational while...
OPRF baseball documentary to be shown at Lake Theater
On Jan. 5 at 7 p.m., Lake Theater is going to show a documentary chronicling OPRF baseball's run to the supersectional round of the 2019 state playoffs.
OPRF places 6th in Pontiac Tournament
OPRF boys basketball participated in one of the most talent-laden tournaments in the state when it headed to Pontiac for the annual Pontiac Holiday Tournament. The Huskies dueled with Plainfield...
Fenwick boys hoops grabs third place finish at Proviso tourney
The Friars participated in the annual Proviso West Holiday tournament from Dec. 26-29. They played Larkin, Uplift, Morton, and Zion Benton high schools and took home third place honors.
Fenwick boys hoops advances to semifinals; OPRF falls to Bloom
OPRF and Fenwick boys basketball participated in the second round of their respective holiday tournaments. Here is a recap on how day two went for both teams.
Fenwick, OPRF win first round tournament matchups
OPRF and Fenwick's boys basketball programs shook off their Christmas hangovers to participate in the first round of their holiday tournaments. The Friars played Larkin High School in the Proviso...
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OPRF baseball to take ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
OPRF baseball coach Chris Ledbetter will have his entire baseball program taking the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge this Sunday, Aug. 24th at 4 p.m. on the varsity baseball field at OPRF. He's also asking...
You can go home again
We all can. You can. I can. LeBron James can. We all can go home again. A lot has been made about the man's decision to return to Cleveland, the place he left for the glitz and glamour of Miami and...
Here's to rediscovering the Cubs
All I hear these days is that it's hard to be a Cubs fan. The reality is that it's never been easy, and no one said it would be. But, right now, there's no question it's downright excruciating.
The ultimate memorial
Down in Central Illinois a heartwarming, inspirational and infectious phenomena is taking place in honor of a young man who died tragically.
Youth sports
Eagles 12U team dominates Downers Grove tourney
The 12U Oak Park Eagles A team went 4-0 to win the Downers Grove Longshots Memorial Day Weekend Invitational, May 27-28. This Eagles squad won the 11U tournament last year.
OPRF boasts National PE Teacher of the Year
Linda Carlson, 45, has taught physical education at Oak Park and River Forest High School for more than two decades.
Legacy Flag Football League enjoys another banner season
It's fourth down and goal to go with a just a few precious seconds remaining on the clock. The quarterback approaches the line of scrimmage and astutely looks over the secondary's coverage. Down,...
Chicago Edge Soccer in midst of another stellar season
The Chicago Edge Soccer Club is kicking into high gear this spring and summer with a variety of opportunities for soccer players of all levels.
Sports columnists
Winning from the back of the pack
For the past few years I've been leading weekly speed workouts on the Concordia University Chicago track for the Oak Park Runners Club. A few club members are even calling me "coach."
Tips for new running routine
It's easy to get sucked into discussions of snug waistbands, regrets over holiday treats and new resolutions to lose weight and (re)gain fitness around this time of year. Peppy ads for gyms, fitness...
Hooked on running
I saw in Runner's World the other day that 101-year-old Julia Hawkins recently set a world record for the 100-yard dash with a time of 39.62 seconds at this year's National Senior Olympic Games....
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Foster fulfills dream with Blackhawks
March 29, 2018 will be a day Scott Foster never forgets. After turning in a typical work day as an accountant at Golub Capital, the 36-year-old Oak Park resident spent his evening improbably making his NHL debut as an emergency goalie for the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center.
Malnati enjoying Ramblers' run
Basketball fans around the area know that, prior to becoming the boys head basketball coach at Fenwick High School, Rick Malnati excelled as the head coach at his high school alma mater, New Trier.
Good Life Race all set for Sunday
With the World Champion Chicago Cubs off to a slow start this season and the Chicago Blackhawks on the brink of elimination in the NHL playoffs, perhaps this is a good time to call a timeout for your frazzled remote control.
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