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The 2026 College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin preseason poll places North Central College and Wheaton College at the summit, each with 57 points. Anticipation builds around returning starters, All‑CCIW honorees, and a schedule that begins in September, with all games streamed live on the CCIW Network.
The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh announced the appointment of Liam Thompson as its new top assistant coach, highlighting his extensive coaching background and player development successes.
A new football camp created by Max Fransen will open at Tri-Valley High School on July 15, offering children with disabilities a chance to play, learn and connect with peers and mentors.
Local supporters gathered at a downtown tavern to cheer the U.S. men's national team against Turkey, sharing food, excitement, and hopes for future outdoor events.
The 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area Girls Soccer Team honors the most impactful players from across the region, recognizing their contributions to high school soccer this season.
The annual Shrine Game brings together nearly 100 of Illinois' top senior football players, including six from the Rockford area, for a charitable showcase that blends sport with community impact.
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.
After guiding Illinois College to consecutive Midwest Conference titles and a Division III Final Four run, Steve Schweer is set to lead the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh men's basketball program, inheriting a legacy that includes a 2019 national championship.
Steve Schweer, celebrated for his recent triumphs at Illinois College, is set to lead the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh men's basketball team starting June 1, bringing a blend of strategic acumen and winning experience.
Steve Schweer, celebrated for guiding Illinois College to back‑to‑back Division III titles, will take the helm of UW‑Oshkosh’s men’s basketball program on June 1, succeeding longtime coach Matt Lewis.
Steve Schweer, celebrated for his eight‑year run at Illinois College, has taken the helm of the University of Wisconsin‑Oshkosh men’s basketball team, succeeding Matt Lewis. His track record of conference titles, NCAA tournament wins and national recognition positions him to continue the Owls' storied tradition.