Longtime assistant coach Patrick Flannigan talks about his plans to turn around the Mustangs' boys basketball program as he steps into the head coaching position.
Mustangs standout Kym Farmer is recognized for her achievements on the field this season.
Dedication and passion are abundant throughout a league that lets hundreds of young girls learn the fundamentals of softball while fostering a sense of community.
In the EPAA Little League, the Major Division (11-12 year-olds) title game was an interleague affair between the Phillies and the Marlins.
Once, John O'Connor was a student in the halls of Evergreen Park High School. Now, he has just finished one of the most successful seasons in recent memory as coach of the Mustangs' softball team.
Softball pitcher Michelle Putlak was a peak performer in the postseason, helping the Mustangs advance to a sectional championship game.
The Mustangs, who concluded the season with a 4-1 loss to Joliet Catholic Academy in the JCA Regional championship game, had their share of clutch players.
Despite unseasonably cool and wet conditions, the children in Evergreen Park have made the best of their Little League experience this year.
After transitioning to hurdle events less than two years ago, Evergreen Park's Alexis Pierre-Antoine is already one of the nation's premier hurdlers for her age.
Softball standout Molly Cummings reflects on her athletic career at McAuley as she looks ahead to studying nursing at Bradley University.
Mustangs pitcher Michelle Putlak pitched a gem against JCA in the Oak Forest Sectional semifinals.
The Mustangs advanced to the Oak Forest Sectional championship game in the IHSA Class 3A state playoffs, thanks in large part to Michelle Putlak's pitching.
Evergreen Park junior pitcher Michelle Putlak allowed only one hit in two victories as the Mustangs won a regional championship.
The Mustangs won their first-ever sectional championship and hope to bring home some medals from this weekend's state meet.
Mustangs breeze to a 10-0 five-inning softball victory over Rich East behind the no-hit pitching of junior Michelle Putlak.
Mustang softball pitcher Michelle Putlak took advantage of an opportunity to achieve a goal in a 10-0 five-inning victory over Rich East on Tuesday.
Evergreen Park 10, Rich East 0 (5 innings). On home field, Mustangs and Michelle Putlak show why they're capable of a long playoff run.
Brother Rice baseball catcher Conor Sullivan looks to end Crusader career on a high. Then, he's off to Ave Maria next year to play in the collegiate ranks.
The Evergreen Park Boys Club held their annual Opening Day Parade for the baseball season, after the original date was canceled due to rain.
Junior lacrosse goalie Michelle Dillon had 24 saves in a big win over Marian Catholic.
The Mighty Macs have been dominating on the field and in the pool.
Both teams did all their scoring early as Evergreen Park edged Tinley Park 4-3 in the Mustangs' baseball regular-season finale.
Jesse McLain bounces back from a tough outing, pitches Evergreen Park to a 4-3 victory over Tinley Park.
Mustang pitcher Michelle Putlak has racked up the wins with a power game, but shows her compassion when she steps away from the softball diamond.
Hall of Fame coach Marilyn Wax led Evergreen Park to six state softball appearances and more than 500 victories. She was a true pioneer of the game.
Evergreen Park pitcher Ben Modesitt feeling better, which isn't good news for opposing hitters.
Evergreen Park resident and St. Rita graduate Sean Estand concludes his award-worthy season at St. Joseph's College.
Mother McAuley rallied from a 2-0 deficit to gain a 2-2 tie in a recent girls soccer match against Oak Forest.
Marist was unable to hold a lead in a heart-breaking seventh-inning setback to Marian Catholic in a battle of East Suburban Catholic Conference softball powers.
At one time, two losses in a row would have caused the baseball Mustangs to get flustered. However, their perspective has changed and they're playing a more relaxed brand of ball.
Individual sport? Evergreen Park senior Charlotte Murphy finds teamwork the most enjoyable aspect of running for the Mustangs.
Mustangs' senior track and field standout Amber Hunter hopes colleges get the message about her abilities.
Mustangs senior Niko Garcia is excited about his athletic and educational opportunities at the school.
Mustangs are starting to exert themselves, both on offense and defense, and now they're poised to make a late-season push.
Evergreen Park 6, Richards 5. A two-run triple from Josh Venhuizen in the fifth inning was the difference.
Senior shortstop Erin O'Donnell shares her love of softball and how she first was introduced to the sport.
At a recent track meet at Richards, Amber Hunter led the way for the Mustangs.
Despite play of Rebecca Albarran and Kyara Zamora, Evergreen Park drops 7-1 girls soccer decision to Tinley Park.
RedHawk boys volleyball team defeats Glenbrook North in the championship match of the Brother Rice Smack Attack tournament.
Boys volleyball outside hitter Brian Pomorski reflects on his time as a Crusader, has high hopes for the end of the year and projects his future as a businessman.