Concussions in High School Sports: Expert Says They're Serious but Recoverable

Darien resident Tim Rylander discusses his concussion management program at Accelerated Physical Therapy, including the recovery process, how to prevent them and when to call it quits.

WATCH: Wheaton Junior’s ‘World Record’ 3-Pointer Video Goes Viral

Wheaton Academy junior Josh Ruggles hits a ridiculous 135 three-point shots in five minutes in a video that has one columnist calling him “the best shooter in the history of the world.”

Sunday Comic: Chicago Sports Injury Hall of Fame Nominees

There are so many ways for sports fans to feel the pain.

Wheaton North QB Thorson Prepping with 7-on-7

The Northwestern recruit and presumptive 2013 Falcons starter returns this fall after suffering a broken collarbone in the 2012 playoffs.

Wheaton Co-op Boys Gymnasts Prepped to Defend State Title

The team cruised to victory at last Wednesday's sectional meet to advance to the IHSA state finals, which they won last year.

Watch: Redskins QB Kirk Cousins Speaks at Wheaton College

The second-year NFL player and Michigan State alum said the college was "very special" to him and called it "where I should have gone."

Wheaton-Warrenville South Alum Streelman Playing in the Masters

The Winfield native is +4 after one day of competition and will need to rally to make the cut, but is excited to be at Augusta National nonetheless.

Wheaton North Wins Best Four Track Meet, WW South Third

The Falcons won convincingly at home with 237 points, while the Tigers took third with 137.

Wheaton North Quarterback Thorson Commits to Northwestern

The Wheaton junior slinger has offered his early verbal commitment to Pat Fitzgerald and the purple Wildcats after getting offers from 13 schools.

Winfield Native Kevin Streelman Wins First PGA Championship in Tampa Bay

Pro golfer and Wheaton-Warrenville South alum Kevin Streelman wins his first PGA championship, $990,000 and qualifies for next month's Masters for the second time.

Wheaton Boys Swim Co-Op Finishes 2nd in Sectional Championship

The Wheaton boys swimming and diving co-op finishes second in the IHSA sectional championships, heads to state championships.

Wheaton Athlete Recognized for Academic Achievement

Wheaton native Meghan Pipal named to the All-Academic Team by the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference for academic achievement.

4 Wheaton Warrenville South Football Players Sign With Colleges

Four Wheaton Warrenville South seniors sign with colleges on National Signing Day.

Wheaton North Football, Soccer Players Sign With Colleges

Wheaton North High School seniors commit to play in college on National Signing Day.

PHOTOS: Wheaton Teen Inspires Chicago Athletes at Comcast SportsNet Awards

Connor McHugh shines as honoree at Comcast SportsNet Sports Awards.

McHugh's Story of Determination Highlights Award Show

Connor McHugh shines as honoree at Comcast SportsNet Sports Awards.

Wheaton North's John Peltz Commits to Wheaton College

Wheaton North High School quarterback John Peltz has committed to play football and baseball at Wheaton College in the fall.

Wheaton Senior Nominated for McDonald's All American Games

Wheaton North senior basketball player Andrew Zelis was one of 16 Illinois seniors nominated for eligibility to play in the 2013 McDonald's All American Games.

Two Wheaton Residents Honored in College Athletics

Two Wheaton residents recognized by Olivet Nazarene University for their achievements on the women's softball and soccer teams.

What Time Is the BCS National Championship Game?

No. 1 Notre Dame and No. 2 Alabama meet in Miami on Jan. 7 in the title game.

NFL Playoffs: Where to Watch, TV Schedule

The first game features the Cincinnati Bengals at the Houston Texans at 3:30 p.m. (CST).

Notre Dame, Northern Illinois Rosters Boast Chicago Area Talent

There are a lot of athletes from Chicago suburbs—and Patch towns—on some of the best teams in college football this season, including a handful of Wheaton North and Wheaton Warrenville South grads.

Parks Plus Fitness to Offer Free Trial Boot Camp Classes

The Wheaton Park District fitness center will offer free boot camp classes Jan. 2-7.

Wheaton North Cheerleaders Win 2nd DVC Title of 2012

Wheaton North girls cheerleading team takes second consecutive DVC title in a year, and hopes to qualify for the state competition at sectionals next month.

Wheaton High School Soccer Seasons End With Individual Awards on Both Sides of Town

Three Wheaton North, six Wheaton Warrenville South soccer players awarded at annual Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association banquet.

Conference Recognition Goes to Wheaton Grads, Football Players

Wheaton Warrenville South grad Matt Glawe got second team recognition from the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, CBS 4 reports.

7A Football: Late-Game Heroics Push Benet Past Downers Grove North

Benet Academy 26, Downers Grove North 24: Up 20-7 at halftime, Benet withstood Downers Grove North's comeback effort and knocked off the Trojans with a final-play touchdown pass Saturday that propelled the Redwings into the Class 6A semifinals.

St. Francis Volleyball Team Wins 3A State Title

The St. Francis girls volleyball team wins the ninth state title for the Spartans, the first since 2006.

Wheaton Teen Wins Cantigny 5K; Wheaton Girl, 10, Tops Women Racers

Wheaton's Shelton Thompson took first overall at the Nov. 2 Cantigny 5K and Samantha Poglitsh, 10, was fastest of the women racers. Race proceeds to benefit Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans in Wheaton.

Wheaton Runner Wins Hot Chocolate 15K/5K

Brandon Mull of Wheaton won the Hot Chocolate 15K in Chicago last weekend.

Football Playoffs: Wheaton North Advances to Quarterfinals

Wheaton North beats Prospect to move on to quarterfinals in the Class 7A playoffs.

VIDEO: Watch Wheaton North vs. Prospect Live

Can't make it to Round 2 of the Class 7A playoffs? Watch Wheaton North play Prospect live, courtesy of IHSA.

Wheaton North Advances in 7A Playoffs

Falcons score 41 first half points to down Saints, 41-13

Team Swider-Peltz to Compete in World Cup Qualifier

Olympian Nancy Swider-Peltz Jr. and her brother Jeffrey will compete in the U.S. Single Distance Long Track Championship and World Cup qualifier in Milwaukee next weekend.

Football Playoffs: Wheaton North Gets No. 5 Seed, Faces St. Charles East in First Round

Wheaton North did not play the No. 13 seed in the regular season.

Wheaton Alum Named University Athletic Association Football Player of the Week

Case Western Reserve University senior Ryan Ferguson, a St. Francis High School alum, is named the University Athletic Association Football Co-Defensive Player of the Week.

Detroit Tigers' Relief Pitcher, Area Native Will Sit Out World Series

Luke Putkonen, a relief pitcher for the Detroit Tigers played in 12 games this year, and will not be on the active roster for the 2012 World Series.

South's Keisha Clousing Wins Singles State Tennis Title

Wheaton Warrenville South's Keisha Clousing won the state tennis title in singles play.

Football: Wheaton North Beats Wheaton Warrenville South

Wheaton North ended Wheaton Warrenville South's football season Friday, with a 23-13 win.

What is it About Wheaton Football?

Why is football so big in Wheaton? Heritage, committed coaches, strong youth programs and powerhouse high school programs, coaches say.