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July 25, 2025
Shaw Local

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Mindset, competitiveness focus for DeKalb volleyball in offseason

Mindset, competitiveness focus for DeKalb volleyball in offseason

As the DeKalb volleyball team enters its second set of summer workouts under coach Keith Foster, the focus has been on becoming a more aggressive, more confident team. With the season set to start in a month, the Barbs are optimistic for what they can accomplish this year.

By Eddie Carifio●
July 25, 2025 at 3:18 pm CDT

Photos: Sycamore, Byron, Lena-Winslow football teams holds joint practice
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Photos: Sycamore, Byron, Lena-Winslow football teams holds joint practice

The Sycamore football team hosted a joint practice Thursday with Byron and Lena-Winslow as they get ready for the 2025 season.

By Mark Busch ●
July 24, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

NIU picked 5th in MAC preseason poll: Here’s why coach Thomas Hammock thinks preseason polls are outdated

NIU picked 5th in MAC preseason poll: Here’s why coach Thomas Hammock thinks preseason polls are outdated

NIU was picked fifth Thursday in the MAC preseason coaches poll. Last week in Chicago, NIC coach Thomas Hammock talked about why he felt preseason polls are outdated in the current college football landscape.

By Eddie Carifio●
July 24, 2025 at 1:23 pm CDT

Adaptable Noah Daykin poised for impactful senior year with Sycamore

Adaptable Noah Daykin poised for impactful senior year with Sycamore

As Sycamore's soccer team gears up for a new season, senior Noah Daykin is ready to embrace a pivotal role in the middle, aiming to transform adversity into leadership as the Spartans seek to build on last year.

By Eddie Carifio●
July 23, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Dave Lichamer, Dan Carl first inductees into DeKalb County Soccer Hall of Fame

Dave Lichamer, Dan Carl first inductees into DeKalb County Soccer Hall of Fame

Longtime club coach Dan Carl, former Sycamore coach Dave Lichamer first two inductees into DeKalb County Soccer Hall of Fame.

By John Gallione●
July 21, 2025 at 12:10 pm CDT

Friday Night Drive Podcast, Episode 284: These are the 2025 IHSA football games to watch in northern Illinois

Friday Night Drive Podcast, Episode 284: These are the 2025 IHSA football games to watch in northern Illinois

J.T. Pedelty, Eddie Carifio and Sam Ramirez react to the IHSA football schedule getting released in the latest Friday Night Drive podcast, and break down games in DeKalb and La Salle counties, along with the Sauk Valley region

By Eddie Carifio and J.T. Pedelty●
July 18, 2025 at 10:47 am CDT

Priorities for Quinn Urwiler, NIU football program: Football, not paychecks

Priorities for Quinn Urwiler, NIU football program: Football, not paychecks

As college football players navigate the evolving financial landscape, NIU linebacker Quinn Urwiler insists on prioritizing passion over profit, embodying a resilient mentality that fuels this season's quest for greatness.

By Eddie Carifio●
July 17, 2025 at 2:17 pm CDT

Photos: DeKalb football holds summer practice
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Photos: DeKalb football holds summer practice

The DeKalb High School football team held a summer practice Wednesday, at the school as they prepare for the 2025 season.

By Mark Busch ●
July 16, 2025 at 2:30 pm CDT

After injury hinders 2024 campaign, Zach Murray having big summer for DeKalb soccer

After injury hinders 2024 campaign, Zach Murray having big summer for DeKalb soccer

As the DeKalb boys soccer team gears up for the upcoming season, coach Patrick Hamilton highlights the impact of midfielder Zach Murray, whose vision and leadership are pivotal during a summer of renewed determination.

By Eddie Carifio●
July 16, 2025 at 1:04 pm CDT

Priorities for Quinn Urwiler, NIU football program: Football, not paychecks

Priorities for Quinn Urwiler, NIU football program: Football, not paychecks

As college football players navigate the evolving financial landscape, NIU linebacker Quinn Urwiler insists on prioritizing passion over profit, embodying a resilient mentality that fuels this season's quest for greatness.

By Eddie Carifio●
July 17, 2025 at 2:17 pm CDT
Photos: DeKalb football holds summer practice

Photos: DeKalb football holds summer practice

The DeKalb High School football team held a summer practice Wednesday, at the school as they prepare for the 2025 season.

By Mark Busch ●
July 16, 2025 at 2:30 pm CDT
After injury hinders 2024 campaign, Zach Murray having big summer for DeKalb soccer

After injury hinders 2024 campaign, Zach Murray having big summer for DeKalb soccer

As the DeKalb boys soccer team gears up for the upcoming season, coach Patrick Hamilton highlights the impact of midfielder Zach Murray, whose vision and leadership are pivotal during a summer of renewed determination.

By Eddie Carifio●
July 16, 2025 at 1:04 pm CDT

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