JaQuail Townser Takes the Helm of Alton High Boys Basketball
After Dylan Dudley’s departure, Alton High taps alum JaQuail Townser as its new head coach, promising a blend of championship culture and classroom rigor.
Aug 15, 2026
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Alton High School Launches Inaugural Girls Flag Football Team
Alton High School's first girls flag football team, featuring 17 diverse athletes and guided by head coach Nic Bradshaw, overcame heat‑delayed practices and is set to debut in the Southwestern Conference this fall.
Aug 11, 2026
Rick Reinhart Returns to Lead Alton High Football
After a storied career spanning five decades, Rick Reinhart steps onto the sidelines of Alton High as its new head coach, inheriting a team that has posted a 9‑50 record since its last winning season in 2017.
Aug 7, 2026
Justin Bernaix earns 2026 Coach of the Year honor
In his first year at the helm of Edwardsville High School, Justin Bernaix led the Tigers to a fourth‑place finish at the IHSA Class 3A State Tournament, a feat that earned him the 2026 Telegraph Large‑Schools Girls Soccer Coach of the Year award.
Aug 2, 2026
Jeff Oller Named 2026 Telegraph Small‑Schools Girls Basketball Coach of the Year
Jeff Oller's leadership has propelled the Father McGivney Griffins to a 28‑7 season, a regional title, and a growing athletic legacy.
Jul 23, 2026
IHSA’s Flag Football Season Trimmed Amid Growing Pains and Legislative Scrutiny
The Illinois High School Association has shortened the girls flag football regular season to accommodate a larger playoff format, prompting a wait‑and‑see stance from Edwardsville and Alton, a new bill aimed at greater oversight, and a push from coaches to grow the sport.
Jul 1, 2026
IHSA trims girls flag football season amid playoff expansion controversy
The Illinois High School Association’s decision to shorten the girls flag football regular season has sparked debate among coaches, legislators and athletes, who weigh the benefits of expanded playoffs against concerns for player welfare and legislative oversight.
Jun 26, 2026
Sectional Finals Loom After Thrilling Opening Matches
The Illinois High School Association's girls soccer sectionals opened with dramatic results, including Columbia's overtime win and Edwardsville's narrow victory, paving the way for upcoming finals.
May 27, 2026
IHSA Girls Soccer Sectionals Bring Central Illinois Teams Into Spotlight
From dominant 9‑0 victories to tightly contested wins, the latest sectional pairings highlight the depth of talent across central Illinois as teams battle for a berth in the state championship.
May 25, 2026
The ‘Tarps Off’ Phenomenon Energizes MLB Stadiums
A viral shirt‑twirling trend started in St. Louis has spread across several MLB parks, boosting fan engagement and attendance.
May 21, 2026
Thursday’s SWC Baseball Action Delivers Multiple Shutouts and High‑Scoring Victories
Alton’s defense stifled Belleville East 5‑0 on Thursday, and the day also featured wins by Edwardsville, Jersey, Father McGivney, Roxana, Staunton, Southwestern and Calhoun, highlighting a dominant conference slate.
May 15, 2026