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July 14, 2025
Shaw Local

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Alex Rodriguez has three top 5 finishes at USATF Region 7 Meet

Alex Rodriguez has three top 5 finishes at USATF Region 7 Meet

Putnam County’s Alex Rodriguez had three top five finishes at USATF Region 7 Meet this weekend at Proviso East High School in Maywood.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 14, 2025 at 9:18 am CDT

This week’s Princeton High School cross country schedule

This week’s Princeton High School cross country schedule

The PHS cross country team will hold runs this week, meeting at 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 12, 2025 at 11:46 am CDT

Register now for Princeton Youth Soccer League

Register now for Princeton Youth Soccer League

Register online now for Princeton Youth Soccer League through July 31.

By Tom Collins●
July 12, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Bureau County Sports Hall of Fame: Howard brothers a fixture in Princeton Tiger sports in the 1960s

Bureau County Sports Hall of Fame: Howard brothers a fixture in Princeton Tiger sports in the 1960s

The Howard name was a fixture in athletics at Princeton High School in the 1960s. Bill was the first to suit up for the Tigers, graduating in 1960, followed by Bob (1962), Corby (1964), Tim (1968) and Jim (1970), setting records in track and competing in football, basketball.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 11, 2025 at 6:02 am CDT

Wyaton Hills Ladies Day Golf, Tuesday, July 8

Wyaton Hills Ladies Day Golf, Tuesday, July 8

Today’s Play of the Day for the Wyaton Hills Ladies Day Golf for July 8 was “subtract two holes, No. 1 and No. 7.” Mary Cooney finished first, Linda Halberg second and Sue Moss third.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 08, 2025 at 8:13 pm CDT

Bureau Valley FCA Power Camp brings basketballs and Bibles together

Bureau Valley FCA Power Camp brings basketballs and Bibles together

You heard the sounds of basketballs bouncing, whistles being blown, the squeaking of sneakers on the gym floor, and saw the enthusiasm and excitement of 45 young campers. This week’s FCA Basketball Camp also is about Bibles and worship.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 08, 2025 at 4:51 pm CDT

From growing up in Bureau County to winning a NBA ring, Matt Tumbleson shares his life experiences

From growing up in Bureau County to winning a NBA ring, Matt Tumbleson shares his life experiences

Matt Tumbleson always wanted to work for the Chicago Bulls growing up in Buda. He's made a 21-year career in the NBA, including the past 14 years with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He chatted with Kevin Hieronymus about how he's chased and made that dream come true.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 08, 2025 at 6:02 am CDT

Walnut 5K Run for ALS: Regan Shipp first female finisher, Elijah House second overall

Walnut 5K Run for ALS: Regan Shipp first female finisher, Elijah House second overall

Regan Shipp, 28, a former BCR Cross Country Runner of the Year, was the first female finisher in Saturday's Walnut Run for ALS. Elijah House of Sheffield was the second overall finisher.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 07, 2025 at 12:22 pm CDT

Strong spring season sends Sherrard to third BCR Three Rivers All-Sports championship

Strong spring season sends Sherrard to third BCR Three Rivers All-Sports championship

Sherrard won its third BCR Three Rivers Conference All-Sports Championship with 83 points followed by Princeton (77.5), Riverdale (73), Mercer County (63) and Erie-Prophetstown (59).

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 07, 2025 at 11:30 am CDT

Princeton cross country runs planned for Week of 7-11

Princeton cross country runs planned for Week of 7-11

This week's Princeton High School summer cross country runs are planned for 8:30 a.m. Monday and Friday to meet in front of the school and on Wednesday at Zearing Park.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 05, 2025 at 1:42 pm CDT
BCR Female Athletes of the Year Honor Roll, 2025

BCR Female Athletes of the Year Honor Roll, 2025

A look at the BCR Female Athletes of the Year from 1994-95 to 2024-25

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 04, 2025 at 12:24 pm CDT
St. Bede’s Lily Bosnich clears all hurdles along the way

St. Bede’s Lily Bosnich clears all hurdles along the way

St. Bede's Lily Bosnich is such a dynamic athlete, she could walk away from a sport she’s excelled at and still have a school year worthy of high all-around athletic achievement, including All-State honors in track and softball. She is the 2024-25 BCR Female Athlete of the Year.

By Kevin Hieronymus●
July 04, 2025 at 6:11 am CDT

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