Rich Central Football Learns Tough Lesson in Dramatic Loss

Olympians burned by Rich East's 63-yard touchdown with 30 seconds left in Saturday's game, but they vow to bounce back.

Football: Rich East Stuns Rich Central on Hail Mary Play

Rich East 35, Rich Central 29: The Rockets scored on a 63-yard heave with 30 seconds left in the game to rally past the visiting Olympians.

Marian Cross Country Teams Finding Stride at Midway Point of Season

Spartans boys and girls cross country teams hit the halfway mark of the year with positive showings at the Argo Invite and in an East Suburban Catholic Conference dual meet.

Clair Leads Rich Central to Volleyball Win over Bloom

The Olympians remained unbeaten in conference after Nakeyta Clair sparked a 25-20, 25-12 victory over the Blazing Trojans.

Bloom Township Miscues Lead to Rich Central Football Victory

The Blazing Trojans tried to rally late, but early mistakes cost Bloom on homecoming weekend in a 41-25 loss to Rich Central.

Football: Rich Central Crashes Bloom Township's Homecoming Party

Rich Central 41, Bloom Township 25: Olympians' offense puts up points in bunches on the road, while the Blazing Trojans can't slow down the Rich Central pass rush.

Girls Volleyball Photo Gallery: Rich Central Puts End to Bloom Run

Olympians follow lead of Mississippi recruit Nakeyta Clair in straight-sets girls volleyball victory over Blazing Trojans.

On Her Game: Marian's Volkman Right on Course as a Junior

Maureen Volkman, one of the captains of the Spartans' girls cross country team, talks about 'pack running,' pushing through injuries, and taking a leadership role.

Marian Catholic Senior Parent Appreciation Night Bittersweet for Some

A pregame ceremony for the parents of the Spartans' senior football players kicked off the Friday night festivities on Sept. 8.

Football: Bloom Township's Blackful, Wade Are Show-Stoppers, Skid-Breakers

The Blazing Trojans duo turns in several dazzling plays to help Bloom get into the win column with a 47-7 rout of Amundsen on Saturday.

Football: Bloom Township Rushes Past Amundsen for First Win

Bloom Township 47, Amundsen 7: Led by LaVante Blackful, the Blazing Trojans click on all cylinders and bounce back from last week's tough loss.

Athlete of the Week: Marian's Guarino Wastes No Time Making Impact

Freshman forward Alec Guarino is living up to his own expectations this season, and he's helping the Spartans' boys soccer team make some noise.

Football: Marian Learns How Badly Turnovers Can Hurt

Spartans' giveaways were critical during Friday night's 35-19 loss at home to Nazareth, and some defensive deficiencies also will be addressed.

Football: Marian Catholic Gets Run Down by Nazareth

Nazareth Academy 35, Marian Catholic 19: The Road Runners trample over the Spartans on Senior Parent Appreciation night by rushing for more than 300 yards.

Rich Central Football Left to Pick Up the Pieces

Olympians take a 1-2 record into their next game against neighborhood rival Bloom, must cut down on miscues to turn the corner.

Football: Turnovers Plague Rich Central in Loss to Robeson

Robeson 28, Rich Central 14: Two third-quarter miscues enabled the Raiders to take control in the second half against the Olympians.

Girls Tennis Photo Gallery: 'E' Stands for Effort and Etienne at Rich Central

Olympians roll to 4-1 girls tennis victory over rival Rich East behind the play of Gabrielle Etienne.

On His Game: Marian Catholic Soccer's Everett Senetar Stands Tall in the Nets

Spartans' keeper Everett Senetar does his best work between the pipes. But he enjoys scuba diving and his goal one day is to become a marine biologist.

Marian Catholic Soccer Starts by Kicking Up Its Heels

Bloom Township boys cross-country runner Jacob Hernandez places fifth in Thornton Fractional South Invitational.

Amateur Photographer Charles Beard Snaps Into Action as One of Marian's Top Football Fans

2009 graduate Marian Catholic graduate Charles Beard continues to support Spartan athletics. He attends many events, cheers for Marian athletes and takes photographs, too.

Athlete of the Week: Marian Catholic's Taylor Rushes Toward Big Football Numbers

Spartans' running back piles up 195 yards and scores two touchdowns in a victory over Benet Academy.

Bloom Township's Effort Will Be Stored in Memory Banks for All Time

Blazing Trojans fight back on a day of ups-and-downs behind the leadership of quarterback LaVante Blackful. And the storms were powerful, too.

Football: Bloom Township Weathers the Storm, Not the Call

Glenbard South 30, Bloom Township 28: Blazing Trojans wait out two delays lasting a total of 90 minutes, but can't overcome controversial safety call.

Marian Catholic Power Football Wears Down Benet

Spartans finally find some breathing room in the second half of a 27-7 victory over the Redwings on Friday night at Benedictine University.

Football Photo Gallery: Rich Central Falls Hard to Runaway Bengals Team

Oak Forest put up 47 points over the Olympians, who managed 12 on their home field.

On Her Game: Bloom Township's Amber Fryer

Senior outside hitter Amber Fryer's improvement hasn't gone unnoticed. She is close to landing a college volleyball scholarship offer.

On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! Taylor Has Marian Catholic Football Off and Running

Spartans open with big victory over St. Viator. Rich Central ushers in Terrell Alexander coaching era in style.

Athlete of the Week: Bloom Township's Thomas Gives Team a Pick-me-up

Junior's fumble return for a touchdown is a highlight in the Blazing Trojans season-opening loss.

Football Photo Gallery: Bloom Comes Off Blazing Trojans' Opening-Day Rose

Bloom Township dropped a 28-14 decision to Thornwood on Saturday afternoon as the two teams met in the season-opener on a beautiful day, for a T-Bird.

Thomas Fumble Recovery, Touchdown Leave Bloom Football Feeling Good About Future

The Blazing Trojans were all but left for dead in their season-opening 28-14 loss to Thornwood, but Jalen Thomas returned a fumble for a touchdown and Bloom put up a fight to the finish.

Football: Turnovers Plague Bloom Township in Opening Loss to Thornwood

Thornwood 28, Bloom 14: Blazing Trojans turn ball over twice on T-Birds goal line and are unable to overcome those miscues.

Gimme 5: Rich Central's Yarborough Teaching More than Football

Olympians wide receivers coach Ryan Yarborough wants his youngsters to learn the importance of accountability.

Marian Girls Golf Returns Talent to Make Title Run

Spartans return entire cast after finishing sixth in IHSA state tournament a year ago.

Bloom Township Football Looks to Bounce Back

Blazing Trojans' youngsters gained experience under fire a year ago. Now, they're ready to dish out some lumps on their own.

Alexander Ready to Unleash Rich Central Football Playmakers

Olympians figure to be explosive with pitch-and-catch combination of Devonte Black and Sean Mitchell leading the way.

Marian Football Has Taylor-Made Solution for QB Transfer

Spartans will turn to ground game and Jeruel Taylor and he'll be running behind a big offensive line.

Marian Baseball Lefty Lilek Ranks as State's No. 1 Prospect in Class of 2012

Spartan left-hander Brett Lilek gained valuable experience and exposure pitching against some top-notch competition this summer.

Gimme 5: Mancha Can Getcha Wellness at St. James Institute

St. James Health and Wellness Institute offers a myriad of recreational sports activities and health and wellness options, too.

Video: Glenwoodie's 16th Hole

How do you play the 475-yard, par-4 16th hole at Glenwoodie Golf Course? Ryan Grelecki explains.

Sports Photo Gallery: Mattio, Marian Gearing Up for Successful Football Season

Veteran head coach Dave Mattio was pleased with what he saw as Marian Catholic's varsity football team took to the practice field this week.