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The Illinois High School Association has approved a 35‑second shot clock for varsity basketball, set to take effect in the 2026‑27 season, prompting schools to upgrade facilities and sparking varied reactions from coaches.
Marquette Academy's baseball team captured a Class 2A state semifinal berth, cementing its place in the division through 2028 and setting the stage for another competitive season.
The Illinois High School Association’s recent reduction of the girls flag football season by one week has drawn sharp criticism from athletes and coaches, who argue the move undermines skill development and safety.
The Tigers are using 20 summer contact days to stage 7‑on‑7 scrimmages against Alton, Farmington and Highland, while key players battle for the starting quarterback role ahead of a demanding schedule.
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.
Jaxson Davis, a highly ranked point guard from Illinois, is transferring to Monarch Academy in Kansas City for his senior year, bringing elite stats, major college offers and a scheduled visit to Iowa.
Four‑star point guard Jaxson Davis, a No. 42 prospect in the 2027 class, is set to take an official visit to Iowa on September 19, drawing attention from coaches and fans alike.
The Spartans completed a dominant campaign by routing Harvest-Westminster 15-1 in a five-inning Class 2A title game, a victory that marks a first for baseball in Champaign County.
A historic victory in five innings saw the Spartans claim their first state title, driven by community support and standout performances from Coach Josh Haley and first baseman Bryson Houchens.
The St. Joseph-Ogden baseball team clinched its first state title, ending an 18-game win streak and marking a milestone for Champaign County baseball.
Four Illinois high school baseball teams captured state championships across four classes, delivering dramatic comebacks, rain‑delayed contests, and standout performances that will resonate throughout the sport.
The final day of the Illinois high school baseball season featured four championship games across Champaign and Joliet, highlighting first‑time contenders, historic appearances and weather‑impacted schedules.
The Illinois High School Association announced a reshaping of its flag football calendar that will shave a week off the girls’ schedule and allocate it to the boys’ tackle season beginning in 2026.
Father McGivney’s poise and precision overwhelm undefeated Pleasant Plains in a 3‑0 state championship shutout.
Semifinals will be played on June 12, with the championship games following on June 13, featuring eight teams across two classes and a host of community benefits.
Overnight rain forced the postponement of several Illinois High School Association supersectional baseball games. The contests will now be played on Tuesday, June 9, at alternate sites in Peru, DeKalb, Moline and Bloomington.
Naperville will host the culmination of the IHSA girls soccer state tournaments, where Father McGivney, Pleasant Plains, Crystal Lake Central, Morton, New Trier and Naperville Central vie for top honors.
Morton’s girls soccer team advanced to the Class 2A state championship after a 4‑1 semifinal win over Wheaton St. Francis, setting up a title match against Crystal Lake Central.
The Cardinals dominated their semifinal, scoring five first‑half goals, and now eye a historic championship against Glen Carbon Father McGivney.
Recent super sectional matches saw Meridian, Casey‑Westfield, Williamsville and others clinch wins, earning berths in the state tournament. The soccer showdown featured a 2‑0 victory for Pleasant Plains over Alleman.
This week’s IHSA soccer sectional finals delivered surprising results, from Columbia’s 6‑0 defeat to Litchfield’s 3‑1 home victory, and set up the Super Sectional matchups that will determine the final four teams heading to the State Final Four.
The Byron Comets set a new Illinois High School Association record by scoring eight runs in a single inning during a 10‑2 victory over Rockford East, advancing to the sectional playoffs and positioning themselves as top contenders for the upcoming state championship.
After a May 8 soccer match, Deerfield’s head coach Rich Grady declined a post‑game handshake, prompting an investigation that found no corroborating evidence. Both schools reaffirm their zero‑tolerance stance as the episode fuels dialogue on handling discrimination in high school athletics.
Quincy University will add women's flag football as a varsity sport in the 2027‑28 academic year, bringing the total number of sports to 29 and reflecting the rapid growth of the discipline across the Midwest.