Lincoln-Way athletes in New Lenox celebrated National Signing Day on Wednesday by putting pen to paper to play their sports in college.
Patriots linebacker and former New Lenox resident Rob Ninkovich connected with his nephew, Cameron, and many others at Spencer Pointe Elementary School by agreeing to help with a classroom project.
The Chicago Bears and Miami Heat stars are scheduled to come back to town June 29-30, if their schedules work out. They teamed up last year for a two-day sports camp.
The Lincoln-Way West safety decommitted from Western Michigan University after a visit to Champaign last week, according to multiple reports.
Lincoln-Way Central girls basketball coach Chris Fetherling said the energy and effort his second unit in the second half of a 45-25 loss to Joliet West was the sliver lining for the Knights.
Joliet West 45, Lincoln-Way Central 25: Khadija Cooley scored 15 points and the Tigers used a half-court trapping defense to take away the Knights' high-low passing game in Thursday's Southwest Suburban Blue girls basketball matchup.
Phoenix 64, Warriors 47. Lincoln-Way North's Daryle Morgan led the way with 19 points and 14 rebounds while Lincoln-Way West struggled to find its outside shot.
Lincoln-Way East defeated Lincoln-Way Central 45-9 in a cross-district battle Tuesday night. Taylor Johnson and Caitlin McMahon led the way for the Griffins' outstanding defense.
Providence Catholic senior wrestling standout Eddie Klimara became the second individual to win four straight championships in the storied Al Dvorak Memorial Tournament Dec. 22-23 and is honored today as Patch's Athlete of the Month for December.
Mother McAuley junior guard Alyssa Siwek came up big in the Mighty Macs' victory over Queen of Peace. She came up as the big winner in voting for Patch Athlete of the Week, too.
The four Lincoln-Way schools match up in boys and girls basketball this week, with Central versus East and North versus West. Who do you think will come out on top?
Providence junior point guard Kevin Kozan has worked to improve his quickness and shooting range. He also has taken on a leadership role for a Celtics team that is surging with a 10-4 record.
Providence Catholic 69, Tinley Park 49: Kevin Kozan scored a game-high 22 points as the Celtics withstood a third-quarter surge by the Titans and then pulled away on Wednesday night in New Lenox.
Providence Catholic wrestling standout Eddie Klimara won his fourth straight championship at the Dvorak Memorial tournament. And then he outpolled five others to take Patch Athlete of the Week honors.
Lincoln-Way Central swept duals from district rivals L-W East, L-W West and L-W North to capture the Lincoln-Way Cup in wrestling Saturday at L-W North.
Lincoln-Way Central's 6-foot-8 Brad Foster has grown accustomed to drawing a crowd around the basket. But he continues to get the job done for the Knights as he demonstrated in Wednesday night's win over Lincoln-Way West.
Lincoln-Way Central 47, Lincoln-Way West 43: Brad Foster scored 23 points, hauled in eight rebounds and blocked four shots to help the Knights edge the Warriors in front of an energized crowd Wednesday at Central.
New Lenox high school athletes were fun to follow this year, boasting state titles, pro talent and a whole lot more.
After exceeding her own expectations with a second-place finish in diving at the IHSA state meet in Winnetka, Lincoln-Way West's Kaitlyn Neiheisel is honored as Patch's Athlete of the Month for November.
We took readers' nominations for 2011's best local athlete, and now it's up to your vote.
Providence Catholic's Alex Shermulis, who outpolled five other south suburban athletes to get this week's honor.
Providence Catholic 53, Lincoln-Way Central 32. Celtics Alex Shermulis and Cassidy Glenn outscored the Knights in a great defensive performance.
Who deserves to be recognized as New Lenox Patch's athlete of the year? Nominate the person you thought accomplished personal and team goals on and off the field this year
The New Lenox Youth Football Association's 13U Fire team won the national championship in Knoxville, Tenn., last weekend.
The junior offensive lineman took his first college visit to see the Buckeyes, and ESPN asked him about his trip.
Lincoln-Way West's Kaitlyn Neiheisel caps big week with second place finish in diving event. Lincoln-Way East's Sloane McDermott takes seventh in 100 back.
Lincoln-Way West held its fall signing day this week, sending student athletes to the next level in baseball, softball, track and diving.
Basketball player Brad Foster and volleyball leader Danielle Dowd were honored after school Nov. 9.
Ryan Utter stood tall in the face of gusting winds at the Class 3A state tournament, dropping a birdie putt on his final hole to finish in a tie for fourth place. He is honored for his work today as Patch's Athlete of the Month for October.
Lincoln-Way East's Jimmy Ralph went from shootout winner in soccer to blowout winner in the voting.
Lincoln-Way West's football team has only existed three years. Joliet Catholic has more state championships than any other team. So following Friday's 48-14 loss, look to the Hillmen for ways to build a long-term program that keep winning.
Celtics' season comes to a halt in the playoff opener, but the team showed its determination in playing two of the most respected programs in the state back-to-back.
The Warriors offense couldn't get it going, and Joliet Catholic scored six rushing touchdowns.
Wheaton Warrenville South 23, Providence 16: Celtics can't find a way to stop Northwestern-bound running back, who rushes for 225 yards and three touchdowns.
Lincoln-Way Central 19-25-25, Providence 25-19-19: Danielle Dowd served up three straight aces in Game 3 to seal the Knights' victory over the Celtics Thursday night in the Class 4A Providence Regional.
Lincoln-Way West junior running back Nick Dangles carried the load for the Warriors in a 28-20 football victory over Bradley-Bourbonnais. His fans carried the load for him in voting for Patch's Athlete of the Week.
The offensive lineman is the first Celtic to take part in the game and one of 90 across the country. Next year he's attending the University of Iowa to play football.
Lincoln-Way East beat Eisenhower 1-0 on a last-second goal while Stagg beat Lincoln-Way Central 2-0. The two winners will face off Saturday in the sectional championship.
The Warriors area newcomer in our weekly football poll following three straight wins in which they've allowed 7 points or fewer.
Football season is back, and we've got all the info you need about Lincoln-Way games. Hundreds of fans will pack the stands, and we're the place to talk about the athletes, the fans and the atmosphere.