Fox Valley Marathon Attracts More Than 1,000 Runners

Optimal conditions bring out crowds of spectators in Geneva and up and down the Fox River, from St. Charles to Aurora and back.

Wicinski Leads Huskies to Win, 12-1 Record

A power outage can't stop Lauren Wicinski of Geneva from leading the NIU Huskies to victory over Youngstown State on Saturday, upping the volleyball team's season record to 12-1.

GAME FILM: Ah, Another Win for the Vikings

Geneva moves to 2-0 in the UEC River Division, breaks the soph-varsity win jinx and shows signs of gelling as a team. Next week Homecoming, and hopefully, fewer turnovers and penalties.

FINAL: Geneva 34, Elgin 13

A huge run by junior Parker Woodworth breaks it open in the fourth quarter, and the Vikings hold off the Maroons at Memorial Field.

AT THE HALF: Vikings 13, Elgin 7

A big run by Connor Quinn and 100 yards in passing from Matt Williams to Ben Rogers help Geneva to a shaky 13-7 lead at halftime.

Sophs Take Care of Business in Elgin

A no-nonsense Viking offense scored four running touchdowns in the first half and ran away (sorry for the pun) with an easy win against the Maroons.

Former Viking Ratay Waiting in the Wings at GVSU

Following Friday's Homecoming football victory, it's a good time to take a glance at what one prominent alum is doing. Geneva's Michael Ratay is learning patience, waiting for his chance at No. 1-ranked Grand Valley State University.

Geneva Volleyball On A Roll

The Lake Park Lancers took Geneva to three sets Thursday, but the Vikings held on to to win in three sets, upping their season record to 11-2.

GAME DAY: Geneva at Elgin Will Be Another Humdinger

Last week, the Vikings came from behind to beat St. Charles East at home. This week they travel to Elgin and need to play well to defeat a 2-1 team and keep their hopes of a UEC River Division title run alive.

St. Charles North Tennis Team Defeats Geneva 6-2

North Stars' No. 1 singles player Liselot Koenen returns from her hometown in Holland in time to play Geneva's Carly Ausman and shows why she's considered one of the area's best.

Luchtenburg Shoots 39, But Girls Golf Team Can't Rein in Mustangs

Abby Luchtenburg has another impressive day, but the Geneva girls golf team falls short at home against Metea Valley.

Vikings' Girls Cross Country Hopes That 'As Peoria Goes, So Goes the Season'

Geneva's girls cross country has high hopes for the 2010 season after strong finishes in two meets on Saturday.

Wicinski Leads Huskies to Volleyball Sweep

Geneva outside hitter makes all-tournament team as Huskies sweep stetson to win Elon Classic. NIU grabs third invitational title of the season.

GAME FILM: Enjoy This Photo Essay from Friday's Football Game

Terence Guider-Shaw captured these images from Geneva's come-from-behind win in its first-ever game as a member of the Upstate Eight. Friday was Geneva's first home game, and the band and crowd were charged up, as well.

FINAL: Geneva 30, St. Charles East 20

In a must-win game for both teams, Vikings take first Upstate Eight rivalry game, bragging rights and season momentum.

AT THE HALF: Vikings' Quick Scores Give Them 10-7 Edge

The game turns into a defensive struggle after Geneva's quick field goal and touchdown. Saints grind it out and come back.

Viking Sophomores Suffer First Loss

Close contest decided in the fourth quarter, but St. Charles East pulls away with two touchdowns in the second half for the come-from-behind win.

Up Close: New Season, New Responsibilities for Ryan Estabrook

Geneva soccer coach Ryan Estabrook

Wicinski Watch: NIU Volleyball Soaring with Lauren

With three matches in two days, Huskies to play last invitational of the season. NIU 8-0 with tough match tonight.

Viking Volleyball Team Defeats DeKalb, Ups Season Record to 10-2

Vikings travel to DeKalb with fire in their eyes, win two straight and improve to 2-0 in the conference.

St. Charles North's Blistering 147 Team Score Tops Viking Golf Team at Mill Creek

The North Stars out shoot Geneva by 10 strokes on the road.

Tennis Team Defeats Rosary, Ready for St. Charles Invite

The Vikings are off to a 4-3 start in dual meets and gaining momentum as they gear up for Saturday's invitational at St. Charles East.

Wicinski Juggles Love of Coaching, Seeing Lauren Play at NIU

Geneva Coach Rob Wicinski's daughter Lauren is a star volleyball player at NIU. When does he get a chance to see her play? As often as he can.

Volleyball Team Takes Third in Invitational

The Vikings play solid volleyball and beat every team but vaunted Joliet Catholic to take third place in their own invitational.

FINAL: Morgan Park Defeats Geneva 30-17

Gately Stadium proves to be unfriendly confines as the Vikings fall to 0-2 on the season.

AT THE HALF: Morgan Park 24, Geneva 7

Big plays in the final two minutes help Mustangs to a big lead.

Vikings Display Running Depth in Season Debut

With three girls cracking the top 10, Geneva records a third-place finish at Leavey invite.

Ehrhardt Second in 3-Mile at Leavey Invite in St. Charles

Tauscher and Hammond also in the top 10. More to come soon.

Geneva Boys Cross County Team So Good It Can Be in Two Places at Once

On Sept. 11, the cross country team travels to Peoria and Marmion to compete. For the season, this team has both youth and some experience from a successful 2009 campaign.

A Day (OK, Two Years) in the Life of a Geneva Coach

What's it like to be a lower-level coach at Geneva High School? I'm about to tell you.

GAME DAY: Geneva vs. Morgan Park

Whoa, Nelly! The Vikings face off against another state-championship hopeful, Morgan Park, a team that upset No. 1 ranked 6A power Providence a week ago.

Luchtenberg Shoots 36, Vikings Finish Second at Mill Creek

Freshman Abby Luchtenberg's blazing 36 paces the Lady Vikings in Tuesday's home meet. For the season, Geneva's girls golf team is packed with youth and potential but still looking for a breakthrough win.

Vikings Boys Golf Coach Excited About New Conference

Geneva golf team looks forward to UEC competition and rivalry with St. Charles East. The Vikings face the Saints at St. Charles Country Club on Sept. 22.

Boys Soccer Team Upset by Streamwood

The Sabres surprise the Vikings soccer team Monday with a 2-1 win on a goal in the last two minutes of the game. Geneva is off to a 1-1-1 start after knocking off Wheaton Academy in the first home game on Saturday.

VIDEO UPDATE: Vikings vs. Rock Island

Check out some of the sights and sounds of Friday night's contest at Rock Island in the attached video. The Vikings came back to tie the game three times, but fell 42-28 to a Rock Island powerhouse with a wishbone offense. NEXT UP: Geneva travels t

FINAL: Viking Comebacks Fall Short, Rock Island Wins Opener 42-28

The Vikings came back to tie three times, but fell 42-28 to a Rock Island team that's ranked among the best in the state.

AT THE HALF: Vikings 21, Rocks 21

Rock Island's big line and balanced running attack is tough to stop. But Geneva keeps coming back.

Sophs Get a Big Piece of the Rocks

SOPHS POSTGAME: Vikings get off to a great start, running away to a 35-13 win. See the post-game interview with coach Reed Allison.

Vikings Tennis Struggles Against Naperville North

With some changes in their squad this season, the tennis team has some adjusting to do.

GAME DAY: Geneva vs. Rock Island

Later today, Vikings will find themselves between the Rocks and hard place.