UPDATE: Danny Thomson Finishes 12th in 1,500 at U.S. Olympic Trials

The recent Hinsdale Central graduate finished in 15:27.50 Sunday.

Cyclist Christian Vande Velde Opts Out of Olympic Consideration

The 36-year-old Lemont native will not compete in the 2012 Olympic games in London, USA Cycling announced last week.

Olympic Trials Qualifier Danny Thomson to Swim Monday in Omaha

The recently graduated Red Devil will compete in the 400-meter freestyle prelims Monday and the 1,500-meter freestyle prelims Sunday.

3 from DGS Basketball Program Named to Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame

Paul Runyon, Bryan Mullins, Jim Mizener and Jay Baum were all recently recognized.

Downers Grove South Tennis Team Scores First-Ever Perfect Tournament

The team won its fourth straight IHSA sectional title Saturday.

Downers Grove South Senior Earns All-State Track Honors

The high school's track team came in 45th overall this weekend in the state meet.

Downers Grove South Boys Tennis Takes WSC Gold Conference Title

The team had 10 WSC Gold conference champions.

Darien Dash Races into Town

There are a number of new features to this year's race. Also inside: An interactive map of the courses.

Downers Grove South Girls Track & Field Wins 8th Straight Conference Championship

The team will compete in the IHSA sectional meet on Thursday.

Hope College Signs Hinsdale South Basketball Star

Brock Benson has accepted a presidential scholarship to attend Hope College in Holland, Michigan.

George Brothers Shoot to Win at State Hoops Showdown

Phil and Joe George will both compete Thursday in the state Three-Point Showdown in Peoria.

Lauren’s Super Bowl Party Recipes

Super easy, super tasty Super Bowl dishes.

Super Bowl Sunday: Where to Watch the Big Game

There are plenty of places in Darien and Woodridge to eat and drink on the cheap during Sunday's football extravaganza.

Darien Swarm PeeWee Cheerleaders Advance to Nationals at Disney World

The team came in first in the spirit/sideline competition at nationals and ninth overall.

Hornets Edge DGS to Remain Unbeaten in Conference

Okoro, DeClouette come through in the clutch as host Hinsdale South wins a thriller.

Hard Work is Academic for Hornets' Benson

Hinsdale South center excels on the court and in the classroom.

Local Youth Organizations Seeking Volunteers, Participants

Sports groups hold their own despite challenges.

Football: Hall Powers Hornets Over Willowbrook

Hinsdale South 50, Willowbrook 22. Keontae Hall's four TD's in his final home game gives Hornets their first winning season since 2005 and an at-large bid for the state playoffs.

Chicago Marathon Runner: 'I Sure Wasn't Going to be the One to Say "I Can't"'

Julie Miller, who grew up in Darien, shares her race-day story.

Volleyball: Hornets Looking to Repeat 2010 Playoff Success

The veteran Hornets' recent successes in tournaments and a favorable regional draw make another deep playoff run likely.

Chicago Marathon: 34 Darien Residents Cross the Finish Line

Participants successfully completed 26.2 miles Sunday at the 2011 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.

Hall, Hornets Run Wild on Mustangs

Senior running back Keontae Hall bulldozed his way for 206 rushing yards and two touchdowns in Hinsdale South's 42-0 win Friday night.

Football: Hinsdale Central Routs Hinsdale South In Rivalry Game

Hinsdale Central 28, Hinsdale South 7: Owens' three touchdowns, 300 total yards leads Central

Athlete of the Week: Hinsdale South Runner Matt Longoria

The latest in a series of interviews with star athletes

Hard-Charging Hall Powers Hornets

Senior fullback's running vital in Hinsdale South win

Athlete Of The Week: Kyle Murbach

Murbach, a forward for the soccer team, is the latest athlete to be interviewed in the weekly series.

Football: Hinsdale South Blanked In Home Opener

Addison Trail 21, Hinsdale South 0: An aggressive Addison Trail defense holds the Hornets to only 86 yards offense.

Athlete Of The Week: Jessica Brezwyn

The outside hitter for Hinsdale South's girls volleyball team is the latest addition to the weekly series

Football: Hinsdale South Survives Late Proviso East Rally

Hinsdale South 28, Proviso East 26: Hornets nearly blow 21-point quarter lead in conference opener

Athlete Of The Week: Jessica Sachs

Sachs, a junior for the golf team and a state qualifier, looks poised for very good things on the golf course.

Hornets Good, Not Great, In Beating Waubonsie Valley

Hinsdale South's diversified offense finally overcomes improving Warriors.

Hinsdale South Can't Hang With York

Host Dukes come out fast, furious

Athlete Of The Week: Kim Warpecha

Hinsdale South senior Kim Warpecha has qualified for state in tennis twice and has worked her way back up again through back surgery and other injuries. She hopes to lead the Hornets to another conference title and maybe even more.

Football: Hinsdale South, King, Win Wild Debut for New Coach

Hinsdale South 22, Romeoville 20: Five Spartan turnovers and two fumble-recovery touchdowns by DJ King put the Hornets over the top in their 2011 debut.

Chicago Bulls Camp Rolls Into Darien

Area youths spend a week at the Darien Park District Community Center working on the game of basketball under the tutelage of the Chicago Bulls Basketball School.

Darien Hornets Play On Fields Of Dreams

Youth baseball team traveled to play at Cooperstown Dreams Park.

Darien Swarm Play In Paradise

U12 youth baseball team spends a week playing games in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Kids and Parents Make a Splash During Darien Youth Club Bash

About 600 children and adults attended this year's Darien Youth Club Annual Picnic at Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park

Darien Youth Baseball Team is Picture of Team Play

The Perfect Swing Panthers, a youth travelling team from Darien, won the 11u WSBL National League title thanks in large part to coming together as a team.

DYC Tee-ball Season Wraps Up With Olympic Day

Saturday's skills competition at Eisenhower Junior High brings the DYC tee-ball season to a close.