Waubonsie Valley’s Samantha Wiertelak, the team’s only senior, takes leadership role seriously. ‘Very protective.’
Samantha Wiertelak throws one-hitter and drives in three runs as Waubonsie Valley routs Joliet Central 15-0.
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Hits, runs, RBIs. Tinley Park’s Lilia Flores checks off boxes, but stealing home tops them all. ‘I trust my speed.’
Tinley Park's Lilia Flores drives in five runs and steals home for vital insurance run in 12-11 win over Mother McAuley.
Caleigh Higgins, only a sophomore, settles into role at first base for St. Charles East. Her swing? ‘Warming up.’
Caleigh Higgins hits two-run home run to spark St. Charles East to 10-0 victory over Geneva in five innings.
Facing elite goalkeeper, West Aurora’s Lizbeth Salinas maintains mindset. ‘I like to shoot and see if it goes in.’
Lizbeth Salinas scores on short volley in the 19th minute to spark West Aurora to 1-0 victory over Bartlett.
Logan Fernandez, a self-taught barber, takes next step for Mount Carmel. ‘One of the best outfielders in the state.’
Logan Fernandez delivers RBI double and also scores to spark Mount Carmel to 4-2 win over Homewood-Flossmoor.
Batting leadoff, Arizona recruit Gavin Triezenberg gets more hits than misses for Brother Rice. ‘I’m a hybrid.’
Brother Rice's Gavin Triezenberg goes 3-for-4 with two doubles to raise his batting average to a team-best .500.
Penn State recruit Maddie Henry heats up for Lincoln-Way East. Pretty simple, too. ‘Seeing the ball really well.’
Penn State recruit Maddie Henry goes 3-for-3 with two homers as Lincoln-Way East rolls past Lincoln-Way West 7-2.
Giselle Perez keeps piling up the goals and assists for West Aurora in breakout season. ‘So calm and collected.’
West Aurora's Giselle Perez scores two goals and adds two assists in a 9-0 win over Illinois Math & Science Academy.
Kolin Adams provides answers for Mount Carmel in outfield and batting leadoff. Even pitching. ‘Have that motor.’
Kolin Adams scores three runs and comes in to earn the save as Mount Carmel comes back to knock off Marist 8-6.
Sophomore Preston Morel maintains a persistent approach for Aurora Christian. Spotlight or not. ‘I play loose.’
Preston Morel comes up with two-run single to spark Aurora Christian to 9-3 win over Aurora Central Catholic.