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Dirk Stanger returns to coach at Marian Central

Marian Central graduate Dirk Stanger has returned to coach at hias alma mater, where he replaces fellow Marian grad Liam Kirwan. Stanger served as Marian's offensive coordinator more than 10 years ago before becoming a coach at Crystal Lake Central.

By Joe Aguilar

Nazareth 3-star DL Chris Kasky commits to Missouri

Nazareth three-star defensive lineman Chris Kasky, an All-CCL/ESCC selection who had 70 tackles, 25 tackles for loss and 14 sacks while helping the Roadrunners to the IHSA Class 6A state semifinals during his junior season, has committed to Missouri.

By Russ Hodges

Nazareth 3-star OL Luke Injaychock commits to Missouri

Nazareth's Luke Injaychock, a three-star prospect and one of the top offensive line recruits in the state’s 2027 class, has committed to Missouri. Injaychock was an All-CCL/ESCC Honorable Mention as a junior, playing over 750 snaps without allowing a sack.

By Russ Hodges

Manteno alum, Packers signee Josh Gesky making most of 1st month as a pro

Manteno alum and former Illinois football right guard Josh Gesky is trying to make the most of his new life as an NFL player after signing an undrafted free agent deal with the Green Bay Packers a little under a month ago.

By Adam Tumino●

Mount Carmel DB Tavares Harrington commits to Michigan: ‘I’m giving them everything I’ve got’

Mount Carmel four-star defensive back Tavares Harrington, who posted 50 tackles, 9 PBUs, 6 TFLs and 3 interceptions while helping the Caravan win the IHSA 8A state championship in 2025, announced his commitment to Michigan on Friday.

By Russ Hodges●

Seneca, Sandwich set to join Illinois Central Eight Conference in 2027-28

Both Sandwich and Seneca high schools chose this week to leave their current conference homes, the Kishwaukee River and Tri-County, respectively, to become the 9th and 10th members of the Illinois Central Eight Conference.

By J.T. Pedelty●

St. Patrick DL David Folorunsho commits to Notre Dame: ‘I’m the player with the most tenacity’

St. Patrick four-star defensive lineman David Folorunsho, who led the Shamrocks to the CCL/ESCC Purple Division title and the second round of the IHSA Class 5A playoffs in 2025, announced his commitment to Notre Dame on Friday.

By Russ Hodges●

St. Laurence LB Sean Rice commits to Illinois

St. Laurence three-star linebacker Sean Rice, who compiled 123 tackles and led the Vikings to the IHSA Class 6A state semifinals during his junior season, announced his commitment to Illinois on Friday.

By Russ Hodges●