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Sweatt dealt to Maple Leafs in Versteeg trade

For those hoping that one day they would see Elburn-bred Bill Sweatt putting on the Indian head sweater of the Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks, commence disappointment.

However, there now exists an opportunity for the Colorado College graduate to make inroads to the National Hockey League another way: through Toronto.

July 8th, 2010 | Mike Slodki | 0 comments | Continued

Mike Slodki’s 2010 Mock Draft

Sports Editor Mike Slodki puts together his first round of the 2010 NFL draft.

April 22nd, 2010 | Mike Slodki | 0 comments | Continued

Cougars celebrate 20th year with food

GENEVA—The Kane County Cougars have announced an all-you-can-eat Opening Day buffet to be held in conjunction with the team’s home opener on Sunday, April 11, at 1 p.m.

April 1st, 2010 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued

Sports briefs

Learn hoops with Lyndsie Long; KHS boys hoops camp rescheduled; KHS rivals still playing

June 10th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued
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Crosby named to Midwest League All-Star game

COMSTOCK PARK, MI—The Midwest League announced today that six Whitecaps players were selected to the league’s annual All-Star Game on Tuesday, June 23 in Clinton, Iowa.

June 10th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued

Golf Clinic at Tanna Farms Junior League Clinic

Golf Clinic at Tanna Farms Junior League Clinic

May 7th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued
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Crosby rides Whitecaps wave

If you happen to visit Fifth Third Ballpark just north of Grand Rapids, Mich., and see a 6-foot-5 blonde-haired lefthander who looks vaguely familiar, signing autographs for young fans on the concourse during a rain delay, you’re not going crazy.

April 30th, 2009 | Mike Slodki | 0 comments | Continued
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Pleading the fifth third: W. Michigan burger something to behold

Think of traditional ballpark food and hot dogs, peanuts and Cracker Jack.

April 30th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued
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The Elburn Herald’s 2009 NFL Mock Draft

You can also see Keith Beebe’s mock draft here

April 23rd, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued
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Keith Beebe’s 2009 NFL Mock Draft

The NFL Draft is a spectacle where teams get together to play Russian roulette in front of millions watching live television; throwing unnecessary amounts of money at their selections and sending die-hard, dedicated fans into angry, uncontrollable fits that warrant the need for a good strait jacket.

April 21st, 2009 | Keith Beebe | 0 comments | Continued

Crosby suits up for Whitecaps, scheduled for Opening Day

The West Michigan Whitecaps, in conjunction with the Detroit Tigers, announced their 2009 Opening Day roster today. The roster features top pitching prospects as well as many familiar faces.

April 9th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued

Kane County Cougars set opening roster

The 19th season of Major League-affiliated Cougars baseball kicks off this Thursday, April 9 when the team opens in Peoria to start a three-game series before returning home on Monday, April 13 for the Elfstrom Stadium opener at 3 p.m. against the Burlington Bees.

April 9th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued

Swimmer Alef represents Knights at State Championships

Knights sophomore Grant Alef fell just short of qualifying for the next day of competition at the IHSA State Swim Meet that took place at New Trier High School on Friday.

March 5th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued

Alef once again State swim qualifer

This is getting to be familiar territory for Kaneland’s Grant Alef.

February 26th, 2009 | Mike Slodki | 1 comment | Continued

WSC future discussed

The WSC representatives met at Yorkville High School at 9 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 6 to discuss the future of the conference. As is done on an annual basis, the conference strengths, challenges, current enrollment and future enrollments were dicussed. The WSC will continue to have their regular monthly meetings to discuss what is best for our students and communities.

February 12th, 2009 | Elburn Herald | 0 comments | Continued
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Drendel gets due; KHS mainstay inducted into coaches’ hall of fame

When asked to reflect on the recent honor bestowed upon him, former Kaneland track coach Ralph Drendel simply said, “I’ve got a lot of Kaneland in my system.”

January 25th, 2009 | Mike Slodki | 0 comments | Continued