Week 1 Nonconference Football Preview: Top Matchups in Springfield Area
A look at the opening week of high school football in the Springfield region, highlighting key predictions, standout players and new coaching directions.
Aug 19, 2026
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Jacksonville, Illinois
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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 Baseball State Tournament Brings Economic Surge and Family Stories to Champaign
The recent IHSA Boys Baseball State Tournament in Champaign drew teams from across Illinois, generated an estimated $400,000 economic impact, and offered memorable experiences for families such as the Beets, while highlighting the region’s growing role in hosting state championships.
Jun 16, 2026
Routt Basketball Welcomes New Coaches as Whalen Departs
The Jacksonville Routt boys basketball program announces new leadership, with Krumwiede assuming coaching and athletic director duties and Jones joining from Edinburg, both seeking to extend the school's recent achievements.
Jun 11, 2026