
Mark Bernard Receives AHL’s Bruce C. Landon Award
The American Hockey League honored Rockford IceHogs president Mark Bernard with the Bruce C. Landon Award, highlighting his pivotal role in the club’s recent achievements and future ambitions.
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The American Hockey League honored Rockford IceHogs president Mark Bernard with the Bruce C. Landon Award, highlighting his pivotal role in the club’s recent achievements and future ambitions.

The Rockford IceHogs have released their 2026‑27 regular‑season calendar, a 72‑game campaign that begins on October 3 and ends on April 10, featuring home weekend dates, seven Sunday matinees, holiday games and contests against new opponents and the Chicago Wolves.

The Iowa Wild revealed its full 2026‑27 schedule, highlighting a season‑opening game in Texas, a home opener in Des Moines, and a slate of matchups that includes new Eastern Conference opponents and a busy January.

The 2026 American Hockey League Awards Gala recognized outstanding business leadership, resilience in the face of health challenges, and championship performances, underscoring the league’s growing influence.

The Rockford IceHogs have revealed the date, opponent and venue for their 2026‑27 home opener, highlighting a milestone season and a partnership with the Chicago Blackhawks.

The new league will begin on August 1, featuring four franchises, upgraded facilities at Springfield’s Robin Roberts Stadium, and a schedule that runs through September 6, followed by playoffs.
Four Jamestown, North Dakota, soccer players have been selected for the Midwest Region Olympic Development Program ID Soccer Camp in Rockford, Illinois, where they will compete for a pathway to higher‑level competition.
Finn Stovall of Harlem has been named the 2026 Rockford All‑Area MVP for the second straight year, setting new school records as a hitter and pitcher, while a host of other standout players earned All‑Area honors.
The 2026 girls soccer season in the Rockford region concluded with historic achievements, including an undefeated NIC‑10 title and multiple All‑State honorees.

From a small Kansas town to the national stage, 12‑year‑old McKenzie Jackson’s love for baseball is reshaping perceptions and inspiring other girls to pick up a bat.
The high school baseball season in the Rockford area concluded with the release of all-state teams, highlighting seven players who excelled on the diamond, set school records and overcame injuries to leave a lasting impact.

Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill discusses his debut season, focusing on team dynamics, the development of Connor Bedard, and the strategic moves shaping the roster.

Three‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion Joey Logano’s championship‑winning Ford Mustang is currently on display at a 24‑hour Shell station in Rockford, Illinois, drawing fans and motorists alike.

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood toured the newly restored Beyer Peaches Stadium in Rockford, Illinois, underscoring its role in hosting the 2026 Women’s Baseball World Cup group stage and the 2027 championship, a move he says could spark significant local growth.

Senior forward Molly Henderson and defenseman Josey Dunne‑Weeks from Lindenwood Women's Hockey have declared for the upcoming PWHL Draft, joining 236 prospects in a seven‑round selection process that highlights a new wave of talent for the league.

The Chicago Bears hosted a Monster Flag Football clinic in Rockford, where 175 girls aged 10‑18 received instruction from running back Kyle Monangai and Team USA cornerback Laneah Bryan, highlighting a broader push to expand the sport in Illinois.

High Point University announced the hiring of Kailyn Strawbridge, an experienced coach with a strong background in player development and community engagement, to lead the Panthers' women's basketball program forward.

The WBSC has confirmed the lineup and match calendar for the upcoming Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Rockford 2026, featuring top teams from across the globe and a route to the 2027 finals.