I think you should never forget to thank the people who helped us on whatever journey, whether in life or your career. In this case, as I sit in my car waiting for the start of a football game in Downers Grove, I want to thank the following people.

Charles Rex Arbogast (AP Photojournalist)

It was a cold November evening in 2011 when I walked into a classroom at Columbia College for a seminar by the Illinois Press Photography Association. Charles Rex Arbogast spoke about photojournalism and where you should go if you start. He recommended the Peter Read Miller Sports Workshop in Denver if you were serious about learning sports photography. Listening to him speak sparked my interest in becoming a photojournalist.

Peter Read Miller (Sports Illustrated Photographer)

Attending his Sports Workshop in Denver was an eye-opening experience, and I will never forget the lessons learned from the workshop and speaking to him about the industry.

Terrance Gardner-Shaw (Editorial Photographer)

It was Terrance that introduced me to the Sun-Times western burb freelancers in Aurora back in 2011. If he did not make that introduction, I would not be here today working in the industry.

Jeff Cagle (Photojournalist and Beer Expert)

In September 2012, Jeff saw me on the sidelines of a football game at Waubonsie Valley and said I should shoot for the Sun-Times. He then vouched on my behalf of me to cover sports and news. I had my first assignment at Burington Central High School a week later.

 Steve Buyansky (Photojournalist and former photo editor for Sun-Times and Chicago Tribune).

Steve gave me my first sports and news assignments. He took a chance on me, and I am forever grateful.

Sandy Bressner-Butt (Photojournalist and Photo Editor for Shaw Media)

 I met Sandy in 2012 during a football game between Batavia and Downers Grove North. She asked me if I would like to freelance for the Kane County Chronicle; the rest is history. However, I am forever grateful for her allowing me the opportunity to freelance for Shaw Media.

Mark Busch (Photo Editor and Photojournalist for Shaw Media)

Mark allowed me to cover college sports for the Dekalb Chronicle (Shaw Media). I spent several years covering NIU football and Basketball and, for the most part, had a blast doing it. I will be forever grateful for the opportunity.

Chris Grove (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)

Chris has been instrumental in allowing me the opportunity to cover High School sports teams from the St. Louis coverage area. As a result, I got to cover some of the state's best football and basketball teams. Thank You, Chris!

Carter Crane (Owner and Reporter for The Voice News Paper in Aurora)

Carter asked me years ago if I would like to cover sports for The Voice. He opened the door for me to cover college sports and MLB baseball for The Voice for years. Thank You, Crane family, for allowing me to tell stories for The Voice.

Maria King (Spouse)

When I told Maria I wanted to work in the industry, she was initially skeptical but gave me her 100% support. She allowed me to purchase photo gear and spend my evenings away from home covering local high school sports.

Photographers and Reporters



Finally, I would like to thank the photojournalists and reporters I have worked alongside for the past ten years. I tend to talk too much when I am nervous and often go on and on about nonsense sometimes. However, I appreciate the conversations and advice you have given me. Thank You!

010419 - West Aurora Boys BasketballWest Aurora's Kelvin Balfour (11) throws down a slam dunk on a fast break against Streamwood at West Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, January 4, 2019 | Sean King - for West Aurora High School BHS/SCEBoysHoops-110-KCCBatavia bench during a game against St.Charles East in St.Charles Jan. 5. BHS/SCEBoysHoops-110-KCCSt.Charles East's Luke Matheny (3) and Nathan Ortiz (12) talk during a break in play in St.Charles Jan. 5. BHS/SCEBoysHoops-110-KCCSt.Charles East's Aidan Sullivan (25) shoots a free-throw against Batavia in St.Charles Jan. 5. BHS/SCEBoysHoops-110-KCCBatavia's Devin Cheaney (54) plays the ball in the post against St.Charles East's Cody Mitchell (23) in St.Charles Jan. 5. (Sean King for Shaw Media) dc.sports.0114.niu men/womenNIU guard Myia Starks (23) drives to the hoop against Central Michigan Chippewas guard Presley Hudson (3) in DeKalb Jan. 12. dc.sports.0114.niu men/womenNIU forward Levi Bradley (42) shoots the ball in the paint over Akron Zips center Deng Riak (10) in DeKalb Jan. 12. dc.sports.0114.niu men/womenNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) drives to the hoop against Akron Zips forward Jaden Sayles (23) in DeKalb Jan. 12. dc.sports.0114.niu men/womenNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) watches his shot go into the basket after being fouled by Akron Zips guard Channel Banks (11) in DeKalb Jan. 12. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the basket against Buffalo Bulls guard CJ Massinburg (5) and forward Montell McRae (1) in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the basket against Buffalo Bulls forward Nick Perkins (33) in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU's Mascot Victor-e holds up a sign in during a game against the Buffalo Bulls in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) shoots a free throw against the Buffalo Bulls in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) drives to the basket against Buffalo Bulls guard Jayvon Graves (3) in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU guard Trendon Hankerson (1) drive is blocked by Buffalo Bulls guard Jayvon Graves (3) in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU forward Noah McCarty (11) hits the game winning layup against the Buffalo Bulls in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU fans storm the court after a last second game winning basket by NIU forward Noah McCarty (11) against the Buffalo Bulls in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124 niu buff MBBNIU fans storm the court after a last second game winning basket by NIU forward Noah McCarty (11) against the Buffalo Bulls in DeKalb Jan. 22. dc.sports.0124.niu womenNIU head coach Lisa Carlsen talks to her players during a timeout against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Jan. 23. dc.spts.0116.NIUNIU forward Levi Bradley (42) shoots a free throw during a game against the Central Michigan Chippewas in DeKalb Jan. 15. dc.spts.0116.NIUNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against Central Michigan Chippewas guard Kevin McKay (20) in DeKalb Jan. 15. KHSGirlsHoops-131-ELHSterling's Breelyn Borum (15) brings the ball up the court against Kandland's Bryanna Kigyos (14) in Maple Park Jan. 24. Batavia Night of Hoops 2019Downers Grove North's head coach James Thomas talks to his players between quarters against Oswego East during the 26th annual Jim & Sylvia Roberts "Night of Hoops" in Batavia Jan. 26. lspts-GSGirlsHoops-117-CDGlenbard South's Maggie Bair (42) drives to the basket against West Aurora's Olivia Vanderwoude (25) in Aurora Jan. 10. lspts-GSGirlsHoops-117-CDGlenbard South's head coach Morgan Kasperek talks to her players in Aurora Jan. 10. OLE.12419.SPORTS.Oswego East boys basketballOswego East's Ray J Dennis (10) goes up for a dunk against Joliet Central's Isaiah Zabel (2) in Oswego Jan. 18. OLE.11018.SPORTS.Oswego boys basketballOswego's Dylan Engler (2) spots up for a three point shot against Neuqua Valley in Oswego Jan. 8. Batavia Night of Hoops 2019Oswego East's Kamron Battle (23) dunks the ball on a backdoor cut against Downers Grove North's Eddie Boston (3) during the 26th annual Jim & Sylvia Roberts "Night of Hoops" in Batavia Jan. 26. Batavia Night of Hoops 2019Oswego East's Kamron Battle (23) dunks the ball on a backdoor cut against Downers Grove North's Eddie Boston (3) during the 26th annual Jim & Sylvia Roberts "Night of Hoops" in Batavia Jan. 26. Batavia Night of Hoops 2019St.Charles East Cody Mitchell (23) shoots the ball in the post over West Aurora's Traevon Brown (1) during the 26th annual Jim & Sylvia Roberts "Night of Hoops" in Batavia Jan. 26.
 

Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire defender Kevin Ellis (5) walks on the pitch with his daughter after a victory against the Montreal Impact at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Oswego Vs Oswego East BaseballOswego East's Garrett Fiduccia (5) plays the ball on a steal attempt by Oswego's Nathan Ricken (1) in Oswego May 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire forward Diego Campos (17) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Houston Dynamo at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) White Sox BaseballU.S Navy Veteran Herschel Luckinbill of Montgomery, was introduced as the Hero of the Game at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Chicago Fire SoccerD.C. United forward Wayne Rooney (9) sets up for a corner kick against the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 28, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars grounds crew bring out the tarp during a rain delay in the 6th inning against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers in Geneva Sep. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Aurora Pride ParadeMembers of 'A Ballon Creation' march with balloons during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadePrecious Body (left) 17, shares a kiss wih Jessica Tessman 17, of Aurora in front of parade protesters during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeJudii Lowe of Yorkville holds up a sign in front of parage protesters during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Oswego East FootballOswego East's Jordan Williams (8) attempts to catch a pass against Oswego's Kenyon Lewis (9) at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars pitcher Carlos Bustamante (10) delivers a pitch against the Quad Cities River Bandits at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Central Catholic BaseballAurora Central Catholic's Kyle Czerak (10) drives in a run against IC Prep at Aurora Central Catholic High School in Aurora, IL on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield Central Vs. OswegoOswego's Kendall Aguirre (2) applies pressure to Plainfield Central punter Jonathan Rukujzo (11) at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, August 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Girls Track and FieldNaperville North's Halle Bieber takes first in the 300 meter hurdles during the Dupage valley conference girls track and field championship meet at Wheaton Warrenville South High School in Wheaton, IL on Thursday, May 3, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun NIU FOOTBALLNIU safety Mykelti Williams (8) hits Utah Utes running back Zack Moss (2) in the backfield for a loss in DeKalb Sept. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU wide receiver D.J. Brown (10) runs in for a touchdown against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU offensive tackle Max Scharping (73) catches a screen pass for a score on a two point conversion against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Miami Redhawks FootballThe NIU Huskies take the field to fight for the Mallory Cup against the Miami Redhawks in DeKalb Nov. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield North Vs Oswego East Softball Sectional ChampionshipPlainfield North's Lexie Siwek (1) reacts after she was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded against Oswego East during the class 4A Oswego softball sectional final in Oswego June 2 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Charles Coleman (21) carries the ball up the middle for a big gain against Minooka in Minooka Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Easter Egg Hunt in BataviaA number of families gather colored eggs during an Easter Egg Hunt at Rotolo Middle School in Batavia March 24. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East Vs Batavia Boys BasketballSt.Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) drives to the basket against Batavia forward Andrew Heinz (34) at Batavia High School in Batavia Jan. 5. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Neuqua Valley Vs. St. Charles North Girls SoccerSt. Charles North's Hailey Rydberg (2) leaps over Neuqua Valley's Shannon Tagler (4) on a fast break in St. Charles Mar. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) West Aurora Girls 3A Track and Field SectionalGeneva's Taryn Christry reacts as places second in the 800 meter run during a West Aurora girls class 3A track and field sectional in Aurora May 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballA young cougars fan dressed as Dwight Schrute smiles in the stands during The Office Night in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballCooper Riipi, 7, of Batavia competes in the Kane County Cougars mascot race between innings in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) White Sox BaseballMinnesota Twins starting pitcher Kyle Gibson (44) delivers a pitch against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Sunday, May 6, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Bolingbrook Vs Montini Girls BasketballMontini guard Samantha Mitchell (2) attempts a three-pointer against Bolingbrook during the Lewis University 4A super sectional at Lewis University in Romeoville Feb. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Wheaton Warrenville South SoftballWheaton Warrenville South's Aerin Moberg (2) watches from the on deck circle during a game against Neuqua Valley in Naperville May 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Metea ValleyOswego's Omar Carreno (10) leaps to shoot the ball against Metea Valley's Gandhi Cruz (1) during the Plainfield North 3A Boys Soccer Regional Final in Plainfield Oct. 20. OLE.122718.SPORTS.Oswego East/Oswego boys basketballOswego East's Kamron Battle (23) dunks the ball against Oswego in Oswego Dec. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media)

120118 - West Aurora Boys Basketballat Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 | Sean King - for West Aurora High School 120118 - West Aurora Boys Basketballat Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 | Sean King - for West Aurora High School Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Chaminade's Luke Kasubke (0) shoots a free throw during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Chaminade's Luke Kasubke (0) drives to the hoop against Bloomington's Chris Payton (3) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Chaminade's Harrison Vickers (24) drives to the hoop against Bloomington's Caleb Donaldson (2) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Chaminade's Keyyaun Batchman (25) drives to the hoop against Bloomington's Caleb Donaldson (2) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Chaminade's Luke Kasubke (0) drives to the basket against Bloomington's Chris Payton (3) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Paulina Castro (24) launches a three pointer against the Brown Bears in DeKalb Dec. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Myia Starks (23) shoots a free throw against the Brown Bears in DeKalb Dec. 31.(Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU head coach Lisa Carlsen in DeKalb Dec. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Gabby Nikitinaite (3) drives to the basket past Brown Bears guard Taylor Will (10) in DeKalb Dec. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Gabby Nikitinaite (3) drives to the basket against Brown Bears guard McKenna Dale (12) in DeKalb Dec. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Myia Starks (23) celebrates with Mikayla Voigt (21) after a double overtime win against the Brown Bears in DeKalb Dec. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) dc.sports.1222.niu womenNIU guard Mikayla Voigt (21) drives to the basket against Chicago State Cougars guard Kourtney Crane (23) in DeKalb Dec. 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) dc.sports.1222.niu womenNIU guard Myia Starks (23) shoots the ball against the Chicago State Cougars in DeKalb Dec. 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) dc.sports.1222.niu womenNIU guard Myia Starks (23) drives to the basket against Chicago State Cougars guard Tyeshia Bowers (10) and guard Kourtney Crane (23) in DeKalb Dec. 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) dc.sports.1222.niu womenNIU guard Paulina Castro (24) shoots a three pointer against the Chicago State Cougars in DeKalb Dec. 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) dc.sports.1222.niu womenNIU head coach Lisa Carlsen talks to her team during a game against the Chicago State Cougars in DeKalb Dec. 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) dc.sports.1222.niu womenNIU guard Myia Starks (23) drives to the basket during a game against the Chicago State Cougars in DeKalb Dec. 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against Chicago State Cougars forward Christian Jacob (13) in DeKalb Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) shoots the ball over Chicago State Cougars guard Travon Bell (3) in DeKalb Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU forward Levi Bradley (42) plays the ball in the post against the Chicago State Cougars in DeKalb Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU forward Levi Bradley (42) shoots a free throw on a technical foul against the Chicago State Cougars in DeKalb Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Mikayla Voigt (21) shoots a three pointer against Eastern Illinois Panthers guard Grace Lennox (5) in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Myia Starks (23) shoots a jumper over Eastern Illinois Panthers guard Grace Lennox (5) in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Mikayla Voigt (21) drives to the basket against Eastern Illinois Panthers guard Grace Lennox (5) in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Eugene German drives to the hoop against Western Illinois Leathernecks guard Kobe Webster in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) shoots a three pointer over Western Illinois Leathernecks guard C.J. Duff (40) in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) drives to the basket against Western Illinois Leathernecks center Jordan Hughes (44) in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop from the top of the key against the Western Illinois Leathernecks in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against Western Illinois Leathernecks center Jordan Hughes (44) in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU forward Lacey James (4) drives to the hoop against Western Illinois Leathernecks center Brandon Gilbeck (52) and guard Keshon Montague (22) in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Men's BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) shoots a three pointer against the Western Illinois Leathernecks in DeKalb Dec. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) ELB-project311-0103-elhJuvia Uribes, 3, of Aurora spins a prize wheel during a project 3:11 holiday breakfast fundraiser in Aurora Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs. Yorkville Girl's BasketballGeneva's head coach Sarah Meadows talks to her players between quarters during a game against Yorkville in Geneva Dec. 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs. Yorkville Girl's BasketballGeneva's Katherine Palmer (3) drives to the hoop against Yorkville's Lexi Meyer (21) in Geneva Dec. 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs. Yorkville Girl's BasketballGeneva's Sophia Medina (50) drives to the hoop against Yorkville's Halle Jones (4) in Geneva Dec. 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Newark's Brett Myre (5) drives past Mendota's Chris Sandoval (24) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Newark's Brett Myre (5) shoots a three pointer over Mendota's Chris Sandoval (24) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Newark's Brett Myre (5) drives to the hoop against Mendota's Eddie Perez (2) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Newark's Brett Myre (5) shoots a free throw against Mendota during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Yorkville Christian's Mekhi Lunford (33) drives to the hoop against Coal City's Cade Mueller (1) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Yorkville Christian's Mekhi Lunford (33) drives to the hoop against Coal City during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Yorkville Christian's Colton Schutt (2) drives to the basket against Coal City's Zachary Sandeno (21) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Yorkville Christian's Jaden Schutt (14) drives to the hoop against Coal City's Jack Bunton (11) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Yorkville Christian's Colton Schutt (2) shoots the ball against Coal City during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs. Yorkville Girl's BasketballYorkville's Olivia Ross (22) shoots the ball in the paint against Geneva's Grace Hinchman (11) in Geneva Dec. 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Burlington Central's head coach Brett Porto talks to his players during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Burlington Central's Braden Seyller (23) plays the ball in the post against Kaneland's Brett David (4) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Kaneland's Luke Brost (30) and Burlington Central's Kyle Moring (11) fight for position under the basket during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Burlington Central's Braden Seyller (23) and Burlington Kyle Moring (11) defend the paint against Kaneland's Ethan Felza (22) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Wheaton Warrenville South Vs. St. Charles East Boy's BasketballWheaton Warrenville South's Matt Scherrman (2) drives to the hoop over St.Charles's East Nathan Ortiz (12) in Wheaton Dec. 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Wheaton Warrenville South Vs. St. Charles East Boy's BasketballWheaton Warrenville South's Joe Ives (11) drives to the hoop against St.Charles East's Luke Matheny (3) and Cody Mitchell (23) in Wheaton Dec. 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Wheaton Warrenville South Vs. St. Charles East Boy's BasketballWheaton Warrenville South's head coach Michael Healy reacts during a game against St.Charles East in Wheaton Dec. 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Lincolnway West Girl's BasketballLincoln-Way West's Taylor Gugliuzza (12) shoots a three pointer against Oswego East during the 2018 Oswego East Holiday classic basketball tournament in Oswego Dec. 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Lincolnway West Girl's BasketballLincoln-Way West's Tara Hastings (5) drives to the basket against Oswego East's Chyna Scott (24) during the 2018 Oswego East Holiday classic basketball tournament in Oswego Dec. 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Lincolnway West Girl's BasketballLincoln-Way West's head coach Ryan White talks to his players during the 2018 Oswego East Holiday classic basketball tournament in Oswego Dec. 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Lincolnway West Girl's BasketballOswego East's Melia Perry (22) plays the ball in the post over Lincoln-Way West's Taylor Gugliuzza (12) during the 2018 Oswego East Holiday classic basketball tournament in Oswego Dec. 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Lincolnway West Girl's BasketballOswego East's Chelsea McCullum (10) drives to the basket against Lincoln-Way West's Tara Gugliuzza (3) and Taylor Gugliuzza (12) during the 2018 Oswego East Holiday classic basketball tournament in Oswego Dec. 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Lincolnway West Girl's BasketballOswego East's Christine Corpuz drives the baseline against Lincoln-Way West's Tara Hastings during the 2018 Oswego East Holiday classic basketball tournament in Oswego Dec. 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) OLE.122718.SPORTS.Oswego East/Oswego boys basketballOswego East's Kamron Battle (23) dunks the ball against Oswego in Oswego Dec. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) OLE.122718.SPORTS.Oswego East/Oswego boys basketballOswego's Joseph Niesman (31) shoots a three pointer against Oswego East in Oswego Dec. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) OLE.122718.SPORTS.Oswego East/Oswego boys basketballOswego's Jack Kahoun (22) shoots the ball in the post over Oswego East's Kamron Battle (23) in Oswego Dec. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) OLE.122718.SPORTS.Oswego East/Oswego boys basketballOswego East's head coach Ryan Velasquez talks to Kamron Battle (23) and Ray J Dennis (10) during a game against Oswego in Oswego Dec. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) OLE.122718.SPORTS.Oswego East/Oswego boys basketballOswego East's Demari Grant (2) drives to the hoop against Oswego's Connor McCance (52) in Oswego Dec. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Plano's Ka'Jon Smith (11) blocks a shot by Peoria Notre Dame's Matt Williams (24) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Plano's Demond Williams (3) shoots the ball in the post against Peoria Notre Dame during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Wrestling MeetPlano's Bobby Johnson (right) meets Erie/Prophetstown's Tyler Smith in the center of the mat during their 160 pound bout in the Plano Reaper Wrestling Classic in Plano Dec. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Sandwich's Jimmy Braddish (24) drives past LaSalle-Puru's Drake Weber (23) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Sandwich's Carter Cech (13) shoots the ball against LaSalle-Puru's Jakob Kupperschmid (4) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2018Sandwich's Jimmy Braddish (24) shoots a floater in the paint over LaSalle-Puru's Elliot Tubbs (35) during the 2018 Plano Christmas classic basketball tournament in Plano Dec. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Vashon's Cam'Ron Fletcher (21) defends the rim blocking a shot by Morgan Park's Marcus Watson (22) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Vashon's Cam'Ron Fletcher (21) goes up high for a slam dunk against Morgan Park during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Vashon's Cam'Ron Fletcher (21) goes up for a slam off a no look pass by Phillip Russell (not pictured) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Vashon's Kobe Clark (24) attempts a tip dunk over Morgan Park's Kyle Grover (0) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Vashon's head coach Tony Irons talks to his players between quarters against Morgan Park during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Chicago Elite Basketball Classic 2018Vashon's Cam'Ron Fletcher (21) shoots a fadeaway jumper against Morgan Park's Marcus Watson (22) during the 2018 Chicago Elite Classic at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL on Saturday, December 01, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com
 

Batavia Girl's BasketballBatavia's Ava Sergio (15) blocks a shot in the post against ]Benet's Lauren Stack (23) during the Naperville Central Girls Basketball Tipoff in Lisle Nov. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Rockford Men's BasketballNIU forward Austin Richie (32) dunks the ball on a fast break against Rockford in DeKalb Nov. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Rockford Men's BasketballNIU forward Jaylen Key (15) drives to the hoop against Rockford forward Taylor Krocker (23) in DeKalb Nov. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Rockford Men's BasketballNIU forward Levi Bradley (42) blocks a shot by Rockford guard Alonzo Mitchell (14) in DeKalb Nov. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Yale Women's BasketballNIU guard Myia Starks (23) shoots a jumper against the Yale Bulldogs in DeKalb Nov. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Yale Women's BasketballNIU guard Janae Poisson (22) drives to the basket against Yale Bulldogs forward Camilla Emsbo (2) in DeKalb Nov. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Yale Women's BasketballNIU guard Myia Starks (23) drives to the basket against Yale Bulldogs forward Ellen Margaret Andrews (24) in DeKalb Nov. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Yale Women's BasketballNIU forward Courtney Woods (4) celebrates with her team after a victory over against the Yale Bulldogs in DeKalb Nov. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Miami Redhawks FootballNIU defensive end Sutton Smith (15) hits Miami Redhawks running back Alonzo Smith (26) in the backfield for a loss in DeKalb Nov. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Miami Redhawks FootballNIU defensive tackle Weston Kramer (55) safety Mykelti Williams (8) and defensive end Josh Corcoran (12) attempt to block a field goal by Miami Redhawks place kicker Samuel Sloman (79) in DeKalb Nov. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Miami Redhawks FootballThe NIU Huskies take the field to fight for the Mallory Cup against the Miami Redhawks in DeKalb Nov. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) East St.Louis Vs Glenbard East 7A playoff footballEast St. Louis running back DeMonta Witherspoon (4) carries the ball against Glenbard East in a 7A second-round state playoff game at Lombard in Glenbard East High School, IL on Saturday, November 03, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com East St.Louis Vs Glenbard East 7A playoff footballEast St. Louis running back DeMonta Witherspoon (4) carries the ball against Glenbard East in a 7A second-round state playoff game at Lombard in Glenbard East High School, IL on Saturday, November 03, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com East St.Louis Vs Glenbard East 7A playoff footballEast St. Louis defensive lineman Demond Taylor (58) applies pressure to Glenbard East quarterback Bret Bushka (3) in a 7A second-round state playoff game at Lombard in Glenbard East High School, IL on Saturday, November 03, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com East St.Louis Vs Glenbard East 7A playoff footballEast St. Louis wide receiver Kenneth Cotton (8) catches a pass for a two-point conversation against Glenbard East in a 7A second-round state playoff game at Lombard in Glenbard East High School, IL on Saturday, November 03, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com East St.Louis Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A quarterfinal footballEast St. Louis quarterback Tyler Macon (5) looks downfield against Mt.Carmel in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game at Gatley Stadium in Chicago, IL on Saturday, November 10, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Yorkville Vs. Richards 6A playoff footballYorkville Keenan Ness (67) pressures Richards Marquel Porter (5) during a second-round 6A football playoff game in Oak Lawn Nov. 2. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Richards 6A playoff footballYorkville Brandon Lee (30) stiff arms Richards Markas Sarka (20) after the catch during a second-round 6A football playoff game in Oak Lawn Nov. 2. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Richards 6A playoff footballYorkville's Brady Fisher (81) breaks a tackle for a big gain against Richards during a second-round 6A football playoff game in Oak Lawn Nov. 2. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Richards 6A playoff footballYorkville Cale Reeder (25) lays a big hit on Richards Walter Riley (1) during a second-round 6A football playoff game in Oak Lawn Nov. 2. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Girl's BasketballYorkville's Olivia Ross (22) shoots the ball along the baseline against Rockford Auburn during the Naperville Central Girls Basketball Tipoff in Lisle Nov. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Girl's BasketballYorkville's Lily Guerra (10) drives the baseline against Rockford Auburn's Zhakyla Evans (21) during the Naperville Central Girls Basketball Tipoff in Lisle Nov. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Benet Girl's BasketballBenet's Brooke Schramek (3) drives to the hoop against Batavia's Geddy Rerko (42) during the Naperville Central Girls Basketball Tipoff in Lisle Nov. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) DeKalb Boy's BasketballDeKalb's Trenton Kyler (12) drives to the basket against Downers Grove South during the 2018 hoops for healing basketball tournament in Oswego Nov. 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) DeKalb Boy's BasketballDeKalb's Blake Williams (11) drives the baseline against Downers Grove South's L. Wesley Hooker (22) during the 2018 hoops for healing basketball tournament in Oswego Nov. 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Glenbard East Vs. East St.Louis 7A playoff footballGlenbard East wide receiver Deon Cook (13) makes a diving catch for a touchdown against East St. Louis during a second-round 7A football playoff game in Lombard Nov. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Glenbard East Vs. East St.Louis 7A playoff footballGlenbard East cornerback Mashar Lewis (right) and Glenbard East linebacker Anthony Shockey (left) sack East St. Louis quarterback Tyler Macon during a second-round 7A football playoff game in Lombard Nov. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Glenbard East Vs. East St.Louis 7A playoff footballGlenbard East wide receiver Deon Cook (13) catches a pass against East St. Louis during a second-round 7A football playoff game in Lombard Nov. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Glenbard East Vs. East St.Louis 7A playoff footballGlenbard East players look onto the field after a touchdown by East St. Louis in the second quarter of play put their team down by 41 points during a second-round 7A football playoff game in Lombard Nov. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Nazareth Vs. Simeon 7A quarterfinal footballNazareth Academy's Louis Stec (51) and Jermaine Baker (7) hit Simeon's Alante Brown (3) in the backfield for a loss in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game in Chicago Nov. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Nazareth Vs. Simeon 7A quarterfinal footballSix Nazareth Academy defenders converge to tackle Simeon's Dakari Waight (6) in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game in Chicago Nov. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Nazareth Vs. Simeon 7A quarterfinal footballNazareth Academy's Michael Love (20) returns a punt for a touchdown against Simeon in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game in Chicago Nov. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Nazareth Vs. Simeon 7A quarterfinal footballNazareth Academy's Breven Reifsteck (9) intercepts a pass intended for Simeon's Dakari Waight (6) in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game in Chicago Nov. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Nazareth Vs. Simeon 7A quarterfinal football\Nazareth Academy's Michael Love (20) catches a touchdown pass against Simeon in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game in Chicago Nov. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Nazareth Vs. Simeon 7A quarterfinal footballNazareth Academy's Diamond Evans (17) dives for an extra yard after the catch against Simeon in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game in Chicago Nov. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Nazareth Vs. Simeon 7A quarterfinal footballNazareth Academy's Tyler Morris (8), Riley Theobald (28) and Jermaine Baker (7) hit Simeon's DeAngelo Hudson (22) in backfield for a loss to secure the win in their 7A quarterfinal state playoff game in Chicago Nov. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Boy's BasketballOswego East's Sam Schultz (4) shoots a three pointer against West Aurora's Cameron Kalmas (12) during the 2018 hoops for healing basketball tournament in Oswego Nov. 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Boy's BasketballOswego East's Kamron Battle (23) drives to the hoop over West Aurora's Cameron Kalmas (12) during the 2018 hoops for healing basketball tournament in Oswego Nov. 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Girl's BasketballOswego East's head coach Abe Carretto talks to his players between quarters against Minooka in Oswego Nov. 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Girl's BasketballMinooka's Kailey Kinzler (43) shoots the ball in the post against Oswego East's Melia Perry (22) in Oswego Nov. 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Girl's BasketballMinooka head coach Jeff Easthon talks to his players between quarters during a game against Oswego East in Oswego Nov. 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St.Charles North Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A Semi-FinalSt.Charles North's Ben Furtney (8) reacts after recording a sack against Mt. Carmel's Rad Premovic (not pictured) during a 7A semifinal playoff game in St. Charles Nov. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St.Charles North Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A Semi-FinalSt.Charles North's head coach Rod Pomazaki during a 7A semifinal playoff game in St. Charles Nov. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St.Charles North Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A Semi-FinalSt.Charles North's Egon Hein (11) deflects a pass thrown to Mt. Carmel's Gino Antonietti (2) during a 7A semifinal playoff game in St. Charles Nov. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St.Charles North Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A Semi-FinalSt.Charles North's Billy Durocher (19) blocks a field goal attempt by Mt. Carmel's Julian Patino (17) during a 7A semifinal playoff game in St. Charles Nov. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St.Charles North Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A Semi-FinalSt.Charles North's Tyler Nubin (27) carries the ball for a touchdown against Mt. Carmel in overtime during a 7A semifinal playoff game in St. Charles Nov. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St.Charles North Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A Semi-FinalSt.Charles North's head coach Rod Pomazaki talks to his team after their victory over Mt. Carmel in a 7A semifinal playoff game in St. Charles Nov. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St.Charles North Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A Semi-FinalSt.Charles North players celebrate after their victory over Mt. Carmel's in a 7A semifinal playoff game in St. Charles Nov. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media)
 

Waubonsie Valley Boys Soccerat Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Wednesday, October 03, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Waubonsie Valley Boys Soccerat Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Wednesday, October 03, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Waubonsie Valley Boys Soccerat Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Wednesday, October 03, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Waubonsie Valley Boys Soccerat Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Wednesday, October 03, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Chicago Fire SoccerD.C. United forward Wayne Rooney (9) sets up for a corner kick against the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 28, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerD.C. United forward Wayne Rooney (9) executes a corner kick against the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 28, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) clears the ball from the box against the D.C. United at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 28, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) plays the ball against D.C. United forward Wayne Rooney (9)
at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 28, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Belleville_West_Vs_WWS_football_1026Belleville West's Keith Randolph (88) talks to his team mates during halftime against Wheaton Warrenville South in a 7A first round state playoff game at Wheaton in Wheaton Warrenville South High School, IL on Friday, October 26, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Belleville West Vs Wheaton Warrenville South FootballBelleville West's Clarence Davis (2) lays a big hit on Wheaton Warrenville South's Jack Arthurs (25) in a 7A first round state playoff game at Wheaton in Wheaton Warrenville South High School, IL on Friday, October 26, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Belleville West Vs Wheaton Warrenville South FootballBelleville West players console one another after a season ending loss to Wheaton Warrenville South in a 7A first round state playoff game at Wheaton in Wheaton Warrenville South High School, IL on Friday, October 26, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Batavia Vs Oswego East Regional SoccerBatavia's Ian Wood (2) heads the ball against Oswego East's Nolan Laczynski (5) during the Batavia 3A regional semi-final in Batavia Oct. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Oswego East Regional SoccerBatavia's Ian Wood (2) heads the ball against Oswego East's Nolan Laczynski (5) during the Batavia 3A regional semi-final in Batavia Oct. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East FootballOswego's Jamal Fomby Jr. (5) catches a pass against Oswego East's Stone Gorman (1) at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Oswego East FootballOswego East's Justin Clark (6) carries the ball against Oswego at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Oswego East FootballOswego's Jack Lemke (3) runs after the catch against Oswego East's Nicholas Boissiere (13) and Jordan Williams (8) at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Oswego East FootballOswego East's Jordan Williams (8) attempts to catch a pass against Oswego's Kenyon Lewis (9) at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Oswego East FootballOswego's Aric Nieves (37) lays a hit on Oswego East's Stone Gorman (1) at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Oswego East FootballOswego's Jack Lemke (3) catches a pass against Oswego East at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News East Aurora Vs West Aurora FootballWest Aurora's Hezekiah Salter (22) carries the all for a touchdown against East Aurora at West Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, October 12, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News East Aurora Vs West Aurora FootballWest Aurora's Hezekiah Salter (22) carries the all for a touchdown against East Aurora at West Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, October 12, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News East Aurora Vs West Aurora FootballWest Aurora's Hezekiah Salter (22) carries the ball against East Aurora at West Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, October 12, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News East Aurora Vs West Aurora FootballWest Aurora's Denver Warren (43) applies pressure to East Aurora's Caleb Turner (5) at West Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, October 12, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego vs Plainfield South FootballOswego's Jack Hugunin (42) deflects a pass by Plainfield South's Cody Dieball (5) at Plainfield South High School in Plainfield, IL on Friday, October 19, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego vs Plainfield South FootballOswego's Charles Coleman (21) carries the ball for a gain against Plainfield South at Plainfield South High School in Plainfield, IL on Friday, October 19, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego vs Plainfield South FootballOswego's Charles Coleman (21) carries a Plainfield South defender for a short gain at Plainfield South High School in Plainfield, IL on Friday, October 19, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News NIU FootballNIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) carries the ball on a keeper against The Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU wide receiver D.J. Brown (10) runs in for a touchdown against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU wide receiver D.J. Brown (10) runs in for a touchdown against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU wide receiver D.J. Brown (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU defensive end Josh Corcoran (12) sacks Ohio Bobcats quarterback Nathan Rourke (12) in the backfield for a loss in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU safety Trayshon Foster (11) runs back an interception against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU defensive end Sutton Smith (15) strips the ball from Ohio Bobcats quarterback Nathan Rourke (12) in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU defensive end Sutton Smith (15) celebrates after recovering a fumble by Ohio Bobcats quarterback Nathan Rourke (12) in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU running back Marcus Jones (21) runs in for a go ahead touchdown in the 4th quarter of play against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU offensive tackle Max Scharping (73) catches a screen pass for a score on a two point conversion against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FootballNIU offensive tackle Max Scharping (73) catches a screen pass for a score on a two point conversion against the Ohio Bobcats in DeKalb Oct. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Jerseyville Vs HillcrestJerseyville's Ross Hartley (54) defends a run attempt by Hillcrest's Nick Lindley (8) in a 5A first round state playoff game at Country Club Hills in Hillcrest High School, IL on Saturday, October 27, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Madi Malone (16) goes up for a kill against Aurora Christian's Lily Karl  (19) and Nafsika Papavasileiou (9) in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Mattie Chapman (5) and Newark's Madi Malone (16) defend the net against Aurora Christian's Lily Karl (19) in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Mattie Chapman (5) and Newark's Madi Malone (16) defend the net against Aurora Christian's Nafsika Papavasileiou (9) in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Mattie Chapman (5) goes up for a kill attempt against Aurora Christian in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Megan Williams (11) goes up for a kill attempt against Aurora Christian's Claire Sweeney (12) and Amanda Pretet (10) in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Mattie Chapman (5) successfully blocks the ball against Aurora Christian's Amanda Pretet (10) in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Megan Williams (11) defends the net against a kill attempt by Aurora Christian's Nafsika Papavasileiou (9) in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Meggie Scott (14) serves the ball against Aurora Christian in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Olivia Nelson (8) sets the ball against Aurora Christian in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's head coach Tonya Grayson talks to her players after a victory over Aurora Christian in Newark Oct. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Megan Williams (11) goes up for a kill against Aurora Christian's Lily Karl  (19) and Nafsika Papavasileiou (9) during the Serena 1A girls volleyball sectional final in Serena Oct. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Cassidy Adams (7) reacts after a victory over Aurora Christian during the Serena 1A girls volleyball sectional final in Serena Oct. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Girls VolleyballNewark's Evelyn Martin (1) holds up the 1A sectional championship plaque in celebration after defeating Aurora Christian in the Serena 1A girls volleyball sectional final in Serena Oct. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Belleville West Vs Wheaton Warrenville South FootballWheaton Warrenville South's Prince Lankah (20) carries the ball for a touchdown against Belleville West in a 7A first round state playoff game in Wheaton Oct. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Belleville West Vs Wheaton Warrenville South FootballWheaton Warrenville South's Jack Olsen (82) attempts a field goal against Belleville West in a 7A first round state playoff game in Wheaton Oct. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs BataviaOswego East's Ford Frazer (7) challenges Batavia's Adler Palos (9) for the ball during the Batavia 3A regional semi-final in Batavia Oct. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs BataviaOswego East's Enrique Montano (2) goes up for a header against Batavia during the Batavia 3A regional semi-final in Batavia Oct. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls Volleyball Oswego Boys SoccerOswego's Martin Imbronjev (8) plays the ball against Metea Valley during the Plainfield North 3A Boys Soccer Regional Final in Plainfield Oct. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Metea ValleyOswego's Omar Carreno (10) plays the ball against Metea Valley's Owen Anderson (16) during the Plainfield North 3A Boys Soccer Regional Final in Plainfield Oct. 20. Oswego Vs Metea ValleyOswego's Johnathan Kraemer (11) plays the ball on a header against Metea Valley's Spencer Collins (12) during the Plainfield North 3A Boys Soccer Regional Final in Plainfield Oct. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Metea ValleyOswego's Omar Carreno (10) leaps to shoot the ball against Metea Valley's Gandhi Cruz (1) during the Plainfield North 3A Boys Soccer Regional Final in Plainfield Oct. 20. Oswego Vs Metea ValleyOswego's Omar Carreno (10) reacts after scoring a game tying goal off of a header against Metea Valley during the Plainfield North 3A Boys Soccer Regional Final in Plainfield Oct. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Metea ValleyOswego's Kade Gutierrez (1) makes a diving save against Metea Valley's Jaylen Brooks (10) during a penalty kick in overtime in the Plainfield North 3A Boys Soccer Regional Final in Plainfield Oct. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Metea ValleyOswego celebrates after their victory over Metea Valley for the Plainfield North 3A Regional Championship in Plainfield Oct. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media)
 

Batavia Vs Oswego East SoccerBatavia's Adler Palos (9) and Oswego East's Dimitri Huitron (10) get tangled up during a challenge in midfield in Batavia Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Oswego East SoccerBatavia's Adler Palos (9) challenges Oswego East's Kyle Blasingame (6) for the ball in Batavia Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) and Orlando City forward Dom Dwyer (14) collide with one another at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, September 16, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire goalkeeper Richard Sanchez (45) makes a save against Orlando City forward Dom Dwyer (14) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, September 16, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Cubs Vs SoxMarian Catholic High School's Sister Mary Jo Sobieck takes the mound to throw out the first pitch at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxMarian Catholic High School's Sister Mary Jo Sobieck takes the mound to throw out the first pitch at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (9) hits a two-run homer against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox fans reach for a foul ball at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada (10) takes a lead off against Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (34) at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (7) is greeted in the dugout after hitting a solo-homer against the Chicago Cubs at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago Cubs second baseman Daniel Murphy (3) rounds third base to score on a single by Chicago Cubs left fielder Ben Zobrist (not pictured) at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (9) reacts after Chicago Cubs second baseman Daniel Murphy (3) scores against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (9) fields a grounder and throws to first for an out against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Cubs Vs SoxChicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. (6) throws a pitch against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars catcher Jose Herrera (10) tags Wisconsin Timber Rattlers second baseman Eddie Silva (28) for an out at a play at the plate in Geneva Sep. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars fans scramble to catch a foul during a game against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers in Geneva Sep. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars grounds crew bring out the tarp during a rain delay in the 6th inning against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers in Geneva Sep. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Plainfield EastOswego East's Kellen Klosterman (21) plays the ball against Shepard at Plainfield East High School in Plainfield, IL on Thursday, September 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego East Vs Plainfield EastOswego East's Ford Frazer (7) plays the ball against Shepard at Plainfield East High School in Plainfield, IL on Thursday, September 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego East Vs Plainfield EastOswego East's Kellen Klosterman (21) goes up for a header against Shepard at Plainfield East High School in Plainfield, IL on Thursday, September 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Glebbard South Vs West Aurora FootballWest Aurora's JaQuan Buchanan (9) carries the ball against Glenbard South at West Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, September 28, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Glebbard South Vs West Aurora FootballWest Aurora's Derek Dodson (82) runs after the catch for a big gain against Glenbard South at West Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, September 28, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Joliet Central Vs Oswego FootballOswego East's Keion Battle (3) catches a pass against Joliet Central's Demari Johnson (20) and Elijah Smith (9) at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 14, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Joliet Central Vs Oswego FootballOswego East's Brett Fern (9) looks downfield against Joliet Central at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 14, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Joliet Central Vs Oswego FootballOswego East's Ian Kroemer (34) carries the ball for a long gain against Joliet Central at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 14, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Joliet Central Vs Oswego FootballOswego East's Corey Provow (12) runs the ball on a keeper against Joliet Central at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 14, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Joliet Central Vs Oswego FootballOswego East's Corey Provow (12) runs the ball on a keeper against Joliet Central at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 14, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield North Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Noah Parker (6) throws a touchdown pass against Plainfield North at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 07, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield North Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Jack Lemke (3) runs after the catch for a touch down against Plainfield North at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 07, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield North Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Charles Coleman (21) carries the ball against Plainfield North at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 07, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield North Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Charles Coleman (21) carries the ball on a sweep against Plainfield North at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 07, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Yorkville Vs Oswego Girls VolleyballOswego's Erin Gonzalez (16) goes up for a kill against Yorkville at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Yorkville Vs Oswego Girls VolleyballYorkville's Ashley Konen (6) goes up for a kill against Oswego at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Naperville North Vs Waubonsie Valley FootballWaubonsie Valley's Bryce Logan (7) carries the ball against Naperville North at Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, September 21, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun NIU FOOTBALLNIU defensive end Sutton Smith (15) runs onto the field during introductions carrying the American Flag in DeKalb Sept. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU safety Mykelti Williams (8) lifts his hands in the air in celebration after the Utah Utes loss the ball on downs in DeKalb Sept. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) carries the ball on a keeper against the Utah Utes in DeKalb Sept. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU safety Mykelti Williams (8) hits Utah Utes running back Zack Moss (2) in the backfield for a loss in DeKalb Sept. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU special teams applies pressure to Utah Utes place kicker Matt Gay (97) to force a missed field goal during the second quarter in DeKalb Sept. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU wide receiver Jauan Wesley (9) runs after the catch against Utah Utes defensive back Jaylon Johnson (1) in DeKalb Sept. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU defensive end Josh Corcoran (12) and defensive tackle Weston Kramer (55) sack Central Michigan Chippewas quarterback Tony Poljan (1) for a loss in DeKalb Sept. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU special teams players defensive tackle Ben LeRoy (99), defensive tackle Weston Kramer (55) and NIU defensive end Josh Corcoran (12) apply pressure to force a missed field goal by Central Michigan Chippewas place kicker Michael Armstrong (37) in DeKalb Sept. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU quarterback Rodney Hall (6) carries the ball against the Central Michigan Chippewas in DeKalb Sept. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU wide receiver Spencer Tears (14) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Central Michigan Chippewas in DeKalb Sept. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU wide receiver Dennis Robinson (17) runs after the catch for a touchdown against Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Devonni Reed (5) in DeKalb Sept. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU running back Tre Harbison (22) carries the ball against the Central Michigan Chippewas in DeKalb Sept. 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Vs Oswego FootballMinooka's Nicholas Daniel (2) defends against the pass by Oswego's Noah Parker (6) in Minooka Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Jamal Fomby Jr. (5) runs after the catch against Minooka in Minooka Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Noah Parker (6) looks for Jamal Fomby Jr. (5) downfield against Minooka in Minooka Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Minooka Vs Oswego FootballOswego's Charles Coleman (21) carries the ball up the middle for a big gain against Minooka in Minooka Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Girls VolleyballYorkville's Bella Zeman (12) goes up for a kill against LaSalle-Peru's Emma Happ (27) and Arika Richardson (20) in Yorkville Sept. 4. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Girls VolleyballYorkville's Bella Zeman (12) goes up for a kill against LaSalle-Peru in Yorkville Sept. 4. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland Boys SoccerKaneland's Connor Bottorff (4) challenges Morris's Enrique Gonzalez (14) for the ball in Maple Park Sept. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland Boys SoccerKaneland's Allen Dominguez (11) attempts to head a cross pass against Morris goal keeper Pedro Espinoza (1) in Maple Park Sept. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Oswego East SoccerOswego East's Dacarlos Parodis-Yu (8) plays the ball against Batavia in Batavia Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Oswego East SoccerOswego East's Dimitri Huitron (10) puts up a shot on goal against Batavia's Jacob Mefford (1) and William Craney (3) in Batavia Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Oswego East SoccerOswego East's Kellen Klosterman (21) heads the ball against Batavia's Hector Rosales (23) in Batavia Sep. 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Vs Sandwich Boys SoccerPlano's Estevan Cervantes (95) saves the ball against Sandwich's Elian Benetiz (5) in Plano Sept. 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East SoccerSt. Charles East's Grayson Biddle (13) goes up for a header against St. Charles North in St. Charles Sept. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East SoccerThe St. Charles North, St. Charles East, Geneva and Batavia varsity soccer teams pose for a group photo in St. Charles Sept. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Waubonsie Valley Soccerat Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Saturday, September 22, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School
 

Naperville North Vs Batavia FootballNaperville North's Clifford Vickers (6) looks downfield against Batavia at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, August 31, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Naperville North Vs Batavia FootballBatavia's Trey Urwiler (1) carries the ball against Naperville North at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, August 31, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Naperville North Vs Batavia FootballNaperville North's Matthew Maschmeier (12) catches a pass for a touchdown against Batavia's Quin Urwiler (34) at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, August 31, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield Central Vs. OswegoOswego's Jamal Fomby Jr. runs after the catch against Plainfield Central at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, August 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield Central Vs. OswegoOswego's Charles Coleman (21) carries the ball 83 yards for a touchdown against Plainfield Central at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, August 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield Central Vs. OswegoOswego's Kendall Aguirre (2) applies pressure to Plainfield Central punter Jonathan Rukujzo (11) at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, August 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plainfield Central Vs. OswegoOswego's Charles Coleman (21) runs the ball in for a touchdown against Plainfield Central at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, August 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) throws a pass during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU wide receiver Dennis Robinson (17) catches a pass during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU quarterback Jiya Wright (12) throws a pass during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU wide receiver Jauan Wesley (9) catches a pass during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU wide receiver Cole Tucker (18) runs after the catch during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU assistant coach Lamar Conard gives directions to the running backs during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County CougarsKane County Cougars pitcher Lane Ratliff (30) delivers a pitch against the Peoria Chiefs in Geneva Aug. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County CougarsKane County Cougars first baseman Eudy Ramos (19) singles against the Peoria Chiefs in Geneva Aug. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County CougarsKane County Cougars third baseman Jose Caballero (5) hits a line drive against the Peoria Chiefs in Geneva Aug. 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Midnight Football PracticeOswego East fans cheer on their football team as they take the field during a midnight practice in Oswego August 6 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Midnight Football PracticeOswego East quarterback Corey Provow (18) drops back to pass during a midnight practice in Oswego August 6 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Midnight Football PracticeOswego East quarterback Brett Fern (12) throws a pass during a midnight practice in Oswego August 6 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Football PracticePlano quarterback Bryson Schmidt throws a pass during practice in Plano Aug 6 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Football PracticePlano's Nick Woodhouse (81) catches a pass during practice in Plano Aug 6 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Football PracticePlano's Art Padilla (24) catches a pass during practice in Plano Aug 6 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Football PracticePlano running back Demetri Coker (9) carries the ball during practice in Plano Aug 6 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Girls VolleyballPlano's Kaylee Read (2) and Rachel Martinez (8) defend the net against Rochelle's Emma Mehrings (5) in Plano Aug. 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Girls VolleyballPlano's Alyssa Dolan (1) goes up for a kill against Rochelle in Plano Aug. 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Girls VolleyballPlano's head coach Lisa Esmond talks to her team after defeating Rochelle in Plano Aug. 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media)

 

Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleOswego's Andrew Delphey (22) delivers a pitch against Waubonsie Valley during the first round of summer regional play in Oswego July 9 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleOswego's Nico Goodwin (48) kicks a field goal before the start of a 7 on 7 football scrimmage in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleOswego's Noah Parker (5) throws a pass during a 7 on 7 football scrimmage against Yorkville in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleOswego's Jamal Fomby (3) catches a pass during a 7 on 7 football scrimmage against Yorkville in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleYorkville's Cale Reeder goes up high to intercept a pass during a 7 on 7 football scrimmage against Oswego in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleOswego's Noah Parker (5) looks downfield during a 7 on 7 football scrimmage against Yorkville in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleOswego's Jamal Fomby (3) runs after the catch during a 7 on 7 football scrimmage against Yorkville in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleYorkville's Anthony Gallasso catches a pass during a 7 on 7 football scrimmage against Oswego in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego 7 on 7 Vs YorkvilleYorkville's Cale Reeder catches a pass during a 7 on 7 football scrimmage against Oswego in Oswego July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Youth Football CampSavannah Lozano 13, of Plano participates in a tire flip drill in the Plano Youth Football Camp in Plano July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Youth Football CampDiego Heredia 13, of Plano catches a pass during a 7 on 7 scrimmage at the Plano Youth Football Camp in Plano July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Youth Football CampPlano football coach Brad Kunz talks talks to participants at the Plano Youth Football Camp in Plano July 10 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Chicago Fire Vs Philidelphia UnionPhiladelphia Union goalkeeper Andre Blake (18) goes up high to pick off a cross pass to Chicago Fire forward Elliot Collier (28) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philidelphia UnionChicago Fire forward Nemanja Nikolic (23) scores a goal on a penalty kick against the Philadelphia Union at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philidelphia UnionChicago Fire defender Johan Kappelhof (4) goes up for a header against Philadelphia Union forward Cory Burke (19) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philidelphia UnionChicago Fire forward Alan Gordon (21) plays the ball against Philadelphia Union forward C.J. Sapong (17) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philidelphia UnionChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) watches his header sail past Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Andre Blake (18) for a goal in stoppage time at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philidelphia UnionPhiladelphia Union forward David Accam (7) greets Chicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) after their match at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Oswego East 7 on 7 Football TournamentBatavia defensive back Julian Davis lines up to defend against Plainfield South during a 7 on 7 scrimmage in Oswego July 13 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East 7 on 7 Football TournamentBatavia's William Fitch catches a pass for a touchdown against Morris during a 7 on 7 scrimmage in Oswego July 13 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East 7 on 7 Football TournamentBatavia wide receiver Michael McFarland catches a pass against Morris during a 7 on 7 scrimmage in Oswego July 13 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Naperville Mens City Golf ChampionshipNicholas Tenuta hits a tee shot on the first hole during the final round of the Naperville Men's City Golf Championship at Springbrook Golf Course in Naperville, IL on Sunday, July 15, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Naperville Mens City Golf ChampionshipBrian Sayers hits a chip short on the first fairway during the final round of the Naperville Men's City Golf Championship at Springbrook Golf Course in Naperville, IL on Sunday, July 15, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Naperville Mens City Golf ChampionshipGlenn Przybylski hits a chip shot from the bunker on the first hole during the final round of the Naperville Men's City Golf Championship at Springbrook Golf Course in Naperville, IL on Sunday, July 15, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Naperville Mens City Golf ChampionshipGlenn Przybylski hits a tee shot on the second hole during the final round of the Naperville Men's City Golf Championship at Springbrook Golf Course in Naperville, IL on Sunday, July 15, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Naperville Mens City Golf ChampionshipAndrew Ray reads the 10th green during the final round of the Naperville Men's City Golf Championship at Springbrook Golf Course in Naperville, IL on Sunday, July 15, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Aurora Mens City Golf ChampionshipAndrew Borneman hits an approach shot on the ninth fairway during first round of the 87th Annual City of Aurora Golf Championship at Phillips Park in Aurora, IL on Saturday, July 21, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Mens City Golf ChampionshipJimmy Morton hits an approach shot on the ninth fairway during the final round of the 87th Annual City of Aurora Golf Championship at Phillips Park in Aurora, IL on Sunday, July 22, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Mens City Golf ChampionshipJason Frantzen reads the ninth green during the final round of the 87th Annual City of Aurora Golf Championship at Phillips Park in Aurora, IL on Sunday, July 22, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Mens City Golf ChampionshipRyan Herrald drives the ball on the 10th hole during the final round of the 87th Annual City of Aurora Golf Championship at Phillips Park in Aurora, IL on Sunday, July 22, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Cats BaseballOswego Cats Clay Schuler (37) catches a fly ball for an out during a game against Team Acceleration in Oswego July 23 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Cats BaseballOswego Cats Ryan Newton (38) delivers a pitch against Team Acceleration in Oswego July 23 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballThe Kane County Cougars drew a special logo behind home plate to celebrate The Office Night in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars on field M.C. Sam Ostrowski does his best Dwight Schrute impersonation during The Office Night in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars pitcher Mack Lemieux (22) delivers a pitch against the Beloit Snappers in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars second baseman Ryan Dobson (4) in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballA young cougars fan dressed as Dwight Schrute smiles in the stands during The Office Night in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars catcher Tim Susnara (6) takes a foul ball to the face mask during a game against the Beloit Snappers in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars fans scramble to catch a foul ball during the second inning in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballCooper Riipi, 7, of Batavia competes in the Kane County Cougars mascot race between innings in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Cougars BaseballThe Kane County Cougars ground drags the field between innings during a game against the Beloit Snappers in Geneva July 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Naperville City Swim MeetAlexa Puccini competes in the 100 yard IM during the Naperville city swim meet at Neuqua Valley High School in Naperville, IL on Friday, July 27, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Naperville City Swim MeetMetea Valley's Kelli Willhite competes in the 100 yard IM during the Naperville city swim meet at Neuqua Valley High School in Naperville, IL on Friday, July 27, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun

Plainfield North Vs Oswego East Softball Sectional ChampionshipPlainfield North's Alie Kennedy (11) lightens the mood by wearing a shark over her hat during the class 4A Oswego softball sectional final in Oswego June 2 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield North Vs Oswego East Softball Sectional ChampionshipOswego East's Ashley Schultz (24) doubles against Plainfield North during the class 4A Oswego softball sectional final in Oswego June 2 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield North Vs Oswego East Softball Sectional ChampionshipPlainfield North's Lexie Siwek (1) reacts after she was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded against Oswego East during the class 4A Oswego softball sectional final in Oswego June 2 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield North Vs Oswego East Softball Sectional ChampionshipOswego East's Emily Schultz (20) is tagged out by Plainfield North's Jenna Dunbar (7) during a play at the play in the class 4A Oswego softball sectional final in Oswego June 2 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield North Vs Oswego East Softball Sectional ChampionshipPlainfield North celebrates their victory over Oswego East for the class 4A Oswego softball sectional championship in Oswego June 2 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland SoftballVernon Hills' Tatiana Guletsky (17) stretches to catch a throw to first for an out against Kaneland's Hailey Roach (21) during the Kaneland 3A softball Supersectional final at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Monday, June 4, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kaneland SoftballKaneland's Donatela Sommesi (5) slides into second against Vernon Hills during the Kaneland 3A softball Supersectional final at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Monday, June 4, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kaneland SoftballKaneland's Maddy Wheatley (3) singles driving in a run against Vernon Hills during the Kaneland 3A softball Supersectional final at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Monday, June 4, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kaneland SoftballKaneland's Rose Roach (99) smiles as she rounds third base after hitting a grand slam against Vernon Hills during the Kaneland 3A softball Supersectional final at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Monday, June 4, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kaneland SoftballKaneland players celebrate their victory over Vernon Hills in the Kaneland 3A softball Supersectional final at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Monday, June 4, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County CougarsKane County Cougars second baseman Jancarlos Cintron (1) catches a line drive for an out against the Peoria Chiefs at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, June 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County CougarsKane County Cougars pitcher Jhoan Duran (36) delivers a pitch against the Peoria Chiefs at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, June 05, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Chicago Fire Vs. New England RevolutionChicago Fire mascot 'Sparky' greets fans at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, June 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs. New England RevolutionChicago Fire forward Alan Gordon (21) heads the ball over New England Revolution defender Andrew Farrell (2) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, June 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs. New England RevolutionChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) heads the ball against the New England Revolution at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, June 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs. New England RevolutionNew England Revolution defender Jalil Anibaba (3) challenges a shot by Chicago Fire forward Luis Solignac (9) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, June 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs. New England RevolutionChicago Fire midfielder Mo Adams (19) goes up for a header against New England Revolution defender Antonio Delamea Mlinar (19) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, June 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs. New England RevolutionChicago Fire goalkeeper Richard Sanchez (45) goes up for a save against New England Revolution forward Juan Agudelo (17) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, June 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Aurora Pride Parade(left to right) Carolyn Pinta of Buffalo Grove, John Profe Myers and Jordan Myers of Aurora and Molly Pinta 12, of Buffalo Grove display signs acceptance and equality before the start of the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeDavid Elliot of Aurora, stands and waves a pride flag while protesters hold signs behind him during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadePrecious Body (left) 17, shares a kiss wih Jessica Tessman 17, of Aurora in front of parade protesters during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeJudii Lowe of Yorkville holds up a sign in front of parage protesters during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeParade Grand Marshall Jim Corti holds up a sign during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeIllinois governor Bruce Rauner greets parade patrons during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeA young girl waves a pride flag while marching in the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeA parade participant holds up a sign during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeA parade participant holds up a sign during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeAurora Police Chief Kristen Ziman marches in the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Pride ParadeMembers of 'A Ballon Creation' march with balloons during the Aurora Pride Parade in Aurora, IL on Sunday, June 17, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Marmion BaseballOswego's Matt Tudder (16) delivers a pitch against Marmion in Oswego June 25 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Marmion BaseballOswego's Cody Quinn catches a fly ball against Marmion in Oswego June 25 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Marmion BaseballOswego's Avery Delphey (8) tags Marmion's Cole Green (3) for an out at a play at the plate in Oswego June 25 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County CougarsMajor League Hall of Fame pitcher Randy Johnson answer questions in Geneva June 28 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County CougarsBaseball Hall of Famer Randy Johnson throws out the first pitch in Geneva June 28 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County CougarsKane County Cougars center fielder Gabriel Maciel (5) tries to beat the throw to first against the Quad Cities River Bandits in Geneva June 28 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County CougarsKane County Cougars shortstop Jasrado Chisholm (3) fields a grounder and throws to first for an out against the Quad Cities River Bandits in Geneva June 28 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Cats BaseballOswego Cats Cameron Paladines (17) delivers a pitch against the Homestead Ranchers in Oswego June 30 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Cats BaseballOswego Cats right fielder Bobby Smith (5) catches a fly ball for an out against the Homestead Ranchers in Oswego June 30 (Sean King for Shaw Media)

White Sox BaseballChicago White Sox starting pitcher James Shields (33) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Sunday, May 6, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) White Sox BaseballChicago White Sox outfielder Leury Garcia (28) lays down a bunt during a game against the Minnesota Twins at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Sunday, May 6, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) White Sox BaseballChicago White Sox starting pitcher James Shields (33) sits alone on the dugout bench during the bottom of the six inning against the Minnesota Twins at Guarenteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Sunday, May 6, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) White Sox BaseballChicago White Sox left fielder Nicky Delmonico (30) makes a leaping catch for an out during a game against the Minnesota Twins at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Sunday, May 6, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Dax McCarty (6) moves the ball up the pitch against the Montreal Impact at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire forward Alan Gordon (21) plays the ball against Montreal Impact defender Rod Fanni (15) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire defender Kevin Ellis (5) walks on the pitch with his daughter after a victory against the Montreal Impact at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Oswego Vs Oswego East BaseballOswego East's Garrett Fiduccia (5) plays the ball on a steal attempt by Oswego's Nathan Ricken (1) in Oswego May 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) White Sox BaseballChicago White Sox right fielder Daniel Palka (18) reacts after hitting a triple against the Texas Rangers at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Saturday, May 19, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Tony Tchani (12) challenges Houston Dynamo midfielder Eric Alexander (6) for the ball at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire forward Diego Campos (17) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Houston Dynamo at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire defender Johan Kappelhof (4) and Chicago Fire forward Diego Campos (17) go up for a header against the Houston Dynamo at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire goalkeeper Richard Sanchez (45) goes up high for a save against the Houston Dynamo at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire forward Nemanja Nikolic (23) and Houston Dynamo midfielder DaMarcus Beasley (7) exchange words during a break in play at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire forward Alan Gordon (21) goes up for a header against Houston Dynamo defender Adolfo Machado (3) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire goalkeeper Richard Sanchez (45) walks off the pitch after a 3-2 loss to the Houston Dynamo at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) White Sox BaseballU.S Navy Veteran Herschel Luckinbill of Montgomery, was introduced as the Hero of the Game at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) White Sox BaseballChicago White Sox catcher Welington Castillo (21) during the 7th inning as news hits of his pending 80 game suspension for use of performance enhancing drugs at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) ACES COLOR RUN 2018ACES COLOR RUN 2018 2A Soccer State Semi-FinalAlthoff's Mary Wessel (11) moves the ball up the pitch against Notre Dame's Olivia Dreyer (9) in a 1A semifinal game at North Central College in Naperville, IL on Friday, May 25, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com 2A Soccer State Semi-FinalAlthoff's Mary Wessel (11) goes up for a header against Notre Dame in a 1A semifinal game at North Central College in Naperville, IL on Friday, May 25, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com 2A Soccer State Semi-FinalAlthoff's Liesl Whitener (19) plays the ball against Notre Dame's Maddie Peters (1) in a 1A semifinal game at North Central College in Naperville, IL on Friday, May 25, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com 2A Soccer State Semi-FinalAlthoff's Rachel Monken (0) challenges Notre Dame's Isabella Anderson (6) for the ball during a Notre Dame fast break in a 1A semifinal game at North Central College in Naperville, IL on Friday, May 25, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com 2A Soccer State Semi-FinalAlthoff's Abby Lanter (21) challenges Notre Dame's Madison K. Meyer (14) for the ball in a 1A semifinal game at North Central College in Naperville, IL on Friday, May 25, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com 2A Soccer State Semi-FinalAlthoff's Emelia O'Neill (22) is hugged by head coach Juergen Huettner after subbing out late in the second half of play against Notre Dame in a 1A semifinal game at North Central College in Naperville, IL on Friday, May 25, 2018 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Aurora Central Catholic BaseballAurora Central Catholic's Kyle Czerak (10) drives in a run against IC Prep at Aurora Central Catholic High School in Aurora, IL on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Aurora Central Catholic BaseballAurora Central Catholic's Chris Cartwright (3) runs down a fly ball for an out against IC Prep at Aurora Central Catholic High School in Aurora, IL on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Girls Track and FieldNaperville North's Halle Bieber takes first in the 300 meter hurdles during the Dupage valley conference girls track and field championship meet at Wheaton Warrenville South High School in Wheaton, IL on Thursday, May 3, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Softball Seneca 2A Super-SectionalBeecher players hold up the Class 2A Supersectional Championship plaque in celebration of their victory over IC Prep in the Seneca 2A Supersectional at Seneca High School in Seneca, IL on Monday, May 28, 2018 | Sean King - Daily Southtown SoftballGeneva's Ali Dierks (4) is hugged by Geneva's Sam Keller (1) after Ali Dierks hits a game winning homer against St. Charles North in Geneva May 4. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles North SoftballSt. Charles North Grace Sobieski (6) catches a popup against Geneva in Geneva May 4. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles North SoftballGeneva's Alissa Dierks (4) delivers a pitch against St. Charles North in Geneva May 4. (Sean King for Shaw Media) West Aurora Girls 3A Track and Field SectionalSt. Charles North's Autumn Horlbeck reacts after completing her vault to qualify for state during a West Aurora girls class 3A track and field sectional in Aurora May 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) West Aurora Girls 3A Track and Field SectionalKanelkand's Cierra Kuipers competes in the pole vault during a West Aurora girls class 3A track and field sectional in Aurora May 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) West Aurora Girls 3A Track and Field SectionalGeneva's Taryn Christry reacts as places second in the 800 meter run during a West Aurora girls class 3A track and field sectional in Aurora May 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) White Sox BaseballMinnesota Twins starting pitcher Kyle Gibson (44) delivers a pitch against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Sunday, May 6, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) Oswego Class 4A Softball Sectional SemifinalDowners Grove North's Estelle Czech (11) delivers a pitch against Oswego East during the Class 4A Oswego Sectional semifinal in Oswego May 31 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Baseball Class 2A Super-SectionalTimothy Christian's Connor Gwaltney (0) tags Herscher's Tyler Jarnagin (20) for an out at a play at the plate during the Benedictine University Class 2A Supersectional in Lisle May 28 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Baseball Class 2A Super-SectionalTimothy Christian's Connor Gwaltney (0) reacts after tagging out Herscher's Tyler Jarnagin (not pictured) on a play at the plate during the Benedictine University Class 2A Supersectional in Lisle May 28 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Baseball Class 2A Super-SectionalTimothy Christian's Jimmy Allen (2) walks off the field after giving up the only run of the game on a game winning single on the bottom of the 7th against Herscher during the Benedictine University Class 2A Supersectional in Lisle May 28 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Wheaton Warrenville South SoftballWheaton Warrenville South's Aerin Moberg (2) watches from the on deck circle during a game against Neuqua Valley in Naperville May 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East class 4A softball regional finalOswego East's Ashley Schultz (24) hits an RBI double against Batavia during the Class 4A Oswego East Regional final in Oswego May 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East class 4A softball regional finalOswego East's Emily Schultz (20) slides into second base on s steal against Batavia during the Class 4A Oswego East Regional final in Oswego May 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East class 4A softball regional finalOswego East's Emily Schultz (20) delivers a pitch against Batavia during the Class 4A Oswego East Regional final in Oswego May 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East class 4A softball regional finalOswego East's Emily Schultz (20) looks back Batavia's Kaylan Waldron (4) at first after recording an out during the Class 4A Oswego East Regional final in Oswego May 26 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Class 4A Softball Sectional SemifinalOswego East's Emily Schultz (20) delivers a pitch against Downers Grove North during the Class 4A Oswego Sectional semifinal in Oswego May 31 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Class 4A Softball Sectional SemifinalOswego East's Emily Schultz (20) smiles with Caroline Engelhardt (15) after pitching a no-hitter against Downers Grove North during the Class 4A Oswego Sectional semifinal in Oswego May 31 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Class 4A Softball Sectional SemifinalOswego East's Juvia Davis (5) reacts after hitting a single against Downers Grove North during the Class 4A Oswego Sectional semifinal in Oswego May 31 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Class 4A Softball Sectional SemifinalOswego East's Ashley Schultz (24) chats with Emily Schultz (20) during the Class 4A Oswego Sectional semifinal against Downers Grove North in Oswego May 31 (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Girls 2A Track and Field SectionalPlano's Alyssa Dolan competes in the 100 meter hurdles during the Plano 2A girls sectional track and field meet in Plano May 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Girls 2A Track and Field SectionalPlano's Alyssa Dolan competes in the 300 meter hurdles during the Plano 2A girls sectional track and field meet in Plano May 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley's Rachel White (3) goes up for a header against Wheaton North at Wheaton North High School in Wheaton, IL on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley's Emma Puls (5) goes up for a header against Wheaton North at Wheaton North High School in Wheaton, IL on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School

Cougars Home OpenerKane County Cougars fans wait for the tarp to be removed during a rain delay before the home opener against the Beloit Snappers at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Friday, April 13, 2018 (Sean King for The Voice) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireFans in Section 8 ask 'Who is Zlatan?' before kick off against the Los Angeles Galaxy at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireChicago Fire midfielder Tony Tchani (12) goes up for a header against Los Angeles Galaxy defender Jorgen Skjelvik (16) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireLos Angeles Galaxy forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic (9) goes up high for a header over Chicago Fire midfielder Tony Tchani (12) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireA fan in the stands holds up a Zlatan Ibrahimovic sign at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) goes up for a header against the Los Angeles Galaxy at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireChicago Fire goalkeeper Richard Sanchez (45) defends the net for a kick save against Los Angeles Galaxy forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic (9) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) challenges Los Angeles Galaxy forward Ola Kamara (11) for the ball at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireChicago Fire forward Alan Gordon (21) heads the ball against the Los Angeles Galaxy at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireLos Angeles Galaxy forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic (9) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) 041418 - LA Galaxy Vs Chicago FireChicago Fire forward Nemanja Nikolic (23) watches Los Angeles Galaxy goalkeeper David Bingham (1) make a save during the second half of play at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 14, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars pitcher Jeff Bain (23) delivers a pitch Quad Cities River Bandits at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars coach Carlos Mesa (24) watches from the dugout during play against the Quad Cities River Bandits at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars pitcher Carlos Bustamante (10) delivers a pitch against the Quad Cities River Bandits at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars pitcher Carlos Bustamante (10) delivers a pitch against the Quad Cities River Bandits at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars third baseman Joey Rose (8) at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars pitcher Matt Peacock (21) delivers a pitch against the Quad Cities River Bandits at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Neuqua Vs Naperville Central BaseballNeuqua Valley's Andrew Churchman (11) delivers a pitch against Naperville Central at Naperville Central High School in Naperville, IL on Saturday, April 21, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Neuqua Vs Naperville Central BaseballNaperville Central's Patrick Boyer (8) singles against Neuqua Valley at Naperville Central High School in Naperville, IL on Saturday, April 21, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun NIU Spring BowlNIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) throws a pass to wide receiver Cole Tucker (18) during the Huskie Bowl practice in DeKalb April 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Spring BowlNIU running back Marcus Jones (21) catches a pass during the Huskie Bowl practice in DeKalb April 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Spring BowlTyler Neppl, 12, of Sycamore is lifted in the air by the NIU football team during the conclusion of the Huskie Bowl practice in DeKalb April 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Neuqua Vs Naperville Central BaseballNeuqua Valley's Andrew Churchman (11) delivers a pitch against Naperville Central at Naperville Central High School in Naperville, IL on Saturday, April 21, 2018 | Sean King - The Naperville-Sun Fayban Forest Preserve 04-01-18Fayban Forest Preserve great horned owl. Geneva Vs St. Charles North Girls SoccerSt. Charles North's Giorgia Wahlberg (15) shoots the ball on a penalty kick for a goal against Geneva in St. Charles April 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyon's Township Girls SoccerLyons Township's Bella Lestina (11) plays the ball against Naperville North's Alyssa Siebers (16) in Naperville April 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyon's Township Girls SoccerLyons Township's Meara Hilling (21) shoots the ball past Naperville North's Aleah Robert (22) in Naperville April 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyon's Township Girls SoccerLyons Township's Eileen Murphy (13) goes up for a header against Naperville North in Naperville April 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyon's Township Girls SoccerLyons Township's Elizabeth Hall (19) goes up for a header against Naperville North's Aleah Robert (22) in Naperville April 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyon's Township Girls SoccerLyons Township's Grace Truax (15) throws the ball in against Naperville North in Naperville April 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Wheaton Warrenville South Girls SoccerWheaton Warrenville South's Maria Dohse (23) goes up for a header against Naperville Central's Caroline Reedy (13) in Naperville April 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Wheaton Warrenville South Girls SoccerWheaton Warrenville South's Sam Boul (24) plays the ball against Naperville Central's Hannah Bradley-Leon (10) in Naperville April 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerOswego East keeper Reagan Sanders (1) comes off the line and attempts to punch the ball away from Yorkville's Madison Grandys (13) in Oswego April 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerOswego East's Reagan Sanders (1) leaves the line to challenge a shot by Yorkville's Madison Grandys (13) in Oswego April 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerYorkville's Peyton Willie (19) watches her shot on goal sail over Oswego East's Reagan Sanders (1) in Oswego April 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerYorkville's Katie Straznickas (20) puts the ball in play on a corner kick against Oswego East in Oswego April 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerOswego East's Allison Adams (8) plays the ball against Yorkville in Oswego April 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerOswego East's Madison Frazer (24) challenges Yorkville's Peyton Willie (19) for the ball in Oswego April 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerOswego's Riley Parker (18) goes up for a header against Oswego East's Alexandra Bentel (17) in Oswego April 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerOswego's Kaylee Zimbelmann (13) and Oswego East's Madison Frazer (24) go up for a header during a Oswego corner kick in Oswego April 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Girls SoccerOswego East's Allison Adams (left) and Oswego East's Molly Schiltz (right) challenge Oswego's Kaylee Zimbelmann (13) for the ball in Oswego April 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield East Vs Oswego BaseballPlainfield Pitcher East Ryan Louck (19) throws a pitch against Oswego in Plainfield April 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield East Vs Oswego BaseballOswego's Matt Sorrells (15) throws a pitch against Plainfield East in Plainfield April 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield East Vs Oswego BaseballPlainfield East Dalton Crowder (30) drives in a run against Oswego in Plainfield April 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plainfield East Vs Oswego BaseballOswego's Koltan Kapusinski (4) gets under a fly ball for an out against Plainfield East in Plainfield April 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Boys Track and FieldOswego's Justin Callion competes in the 4x100 meter relay race during the 6th Annual Roger Wilcox Memorial track and field Invite in Oswego April 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Boys Track and FieldOswego's Noah Beck competes in the 110 meter hurdles during the 6th Annual Roger Wilcox Memorial track and field Invite in Oswego April 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Boys Track and FieldOswego's Brandon Nelson competes in the 1600 meter run during the 6th Annual Roger Wilcox Memorial track and field Invite in Oswego April 27. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs Neuqua Valley SoftballOswego East's Juvia Davis (5) slides into third for a triple against Neuqua Valley in Oswego April 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs. St. Francis Girls SoccerOswego East's Madison Frazer (24) goes up for a header between St. Francis' Claire Hensley (7) and Kaitlyn Joniak (20) in Wheaton April 4. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano SoftballPlano's Brianna Lupa (20) delivers a pitch against Herscher in Plano April 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Vs Sandwich BaseballSandwich's Andrew Gipe (8) delivers a pitch against Plano in Plano April 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Waubonsie Valley Soccer 4-7-18at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Saturday, April 7, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Waubonsie Valley Soccer 4-24-18at Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School

Boys GymnasticsSean King for the Daily Herald - Palatine's Nick Viha competes in the still rings during a gymnastics meet at Rolling Meadows High School in Rolling Meadows, IL on Saturday, March 24, 2018 Boys GymnasticsSean King for the Daily Herald - Palatine's Trevon Cartwright competes in vault during a gymnastics meet at Rolling Meadows High School in Rolling Meadows, IL on Saturday, March 24, 2018 Chicago Fire Vs Sporting Kansas CityChicago Fire midfielder Tony Tchani (12) challenges Sporting Kansas City forward Daniel Salloi (20) for the ball at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, March 10, 2018 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Elgin Vs. Waubonsee BaseballElgin Community College pitcher Jose Venegas (55) delivers a pitch against Waubonsee Community College at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, IL on Friday, March 30, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Elgin Vs. Waubonsee BaseballElgin Community College infielder Luke Corcorn applies a tag for an out to Waubonsee Community College's Joshua Meyers on a steal attempt at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, IL on Friday, March 30, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Elgin Vs. Waubonsee BaseballElgin Community College's Luke Corcorn (18) slides ahead of the tag by Waubonsee Community College catcher Matt Burke (10) to score a run at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, IL on Friday, March 30, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Belleville West 4A SupersectionalWest Aurora guard Camron Donatlan (2) drives to the basket against Belleville West forward EJ Liddell (32) during the ISU 4A Supersectional final at Illinois State University in Normal, IL on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Belleville West 4A SupersectionalWest Aurora head coach Brian Johnson gives instructions to his team during the ISU 4A Supersectional final at Illinois State University in Normal, IL on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Belleville West 4A SupersectionalWest Aurora guard Camron Donatlan (2) dunks the ball off of a fast break against Belleville West during the ISU 4A Supersectional final at Illinois State University in Normal, IL on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Belleville West 4A SupersectionalWest Aurora guard Traevon Brown (1) drives to the basket agains Belleville West guard Lawrence Brazil (10) during the ISU 4A Supersectional final at Illinois State University in Normal, IL on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Belleville West 4A SupersectionalWest Aurora guard Camron Donatlan (2) is consoled after a season ending loss to Belleville West in the ISU 4A Supersectional final at Illinois State University in Normal, IL on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News NIU Mens BasketballNIU guard Levi Bradley (42) drives to the hoop against Ball State Cardinals guard Sean Sellers (34) in DeKalb Mar. 2. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Marmion BaseballYorkville's head coach Scott Luken hits grounders during warmups prior to a game against Marmion in Yorkville March 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Marmion BaseballYorkville first baseman Jonathan Jungr (15) tags Marmion's Jackson Best (3) out during a pick off play in Yorkville March 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Marmion BaseballYorkville's Grant Weiland (14) delivers a pitch against Marmion in Yorkville March 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kane County Sheriff primary electionDemocratic candidate for Kane County Sheriff Lieutenant Willie Mayes (right) looks at poll results in Aurora March. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Easter Egg Hunt in BataviaA number of families gather colored eggs during an Easter Egg Hunt at Rotolo Middle School in Batavia March 24. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Neuqua Valley Vs. St. Charles North Girls SoccerSt. Charles North's Hailey Rydberg (2) shoots the ball against Neuqua Valley's Megan Olah (22) for a goal during the first half of play in St. Charles Mar. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Neuqua Valley Vs. St. Charles North Girls SoccerSt. Charles North's Hailey Rydberg (2) leaps over Neuqua Valley's Shannon Tagler (4) on a fast break in St. Charles Mar. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Neuqua Valley Vs. St. Charles North Girls SoccerSt. Charles North's Giorgia Wahlberg (15) goes up for a header over Neuqua Valley's Kayla Monis (23) in St. Charles Mar. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Neuqua Valley Vs. St. Charles North Girls SoccerSt. Charles North's Giorgia Wahlberg (15) plays the ball against Neuqua Valley's Erin McCarthy (7) in St. Charles Mar. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Neuqua Valley Vs. St. Charles North Girls SoccerSt. Charles North's Samantha Rydberg (13) goes up for a header against Neuqua Valley in St. Charles Mar. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Marmion BaseballMarmion's Brandon McPherson (8) delivers a pitch against Yorkville in Yorkville March 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Marmion BaseballSt. Charles East pitcher Andrew Conn (17) delivers a pitch against Lyons Township in St. Charles March 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Marmion BaseballSt. Charles East's Patrick Griffin (5) is hit by a pitch from Lyons Township in St. Charles March 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyons Township Vs. St. Charles East BaseballLyons Township's Matt Piento (7) delivers a pitch against St. Charles East in St. Charles March 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyons Township Vs. St. Charles East BaseballLyons Township's Michael Martino (31) throws to first after fielding a grounder against St. Charles East in St. Charles March 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyons Township Vs. St. Charles East BaseballSt. Charles East's Michael Wonderly (14) is tagged out by Lyons Township's Bryce Moskiewicz (26) on a play at the plate in St. Charles March 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Lyons Township Vs. St. Charles East BaseballLyons Township players and coaches react to a pitch call during a game against St. Charles East in St. Charles March 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Girls Track and FieldLyons Township's Isabelle Reynolds competes in the long jump during the West Suburban Silver Conference Indoor Girls Track championships in Hillside Mar. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Girls Track and FieldLyons Township's Marta Kogucki competes in the 4x800 Meter Relay during the West Suburban Silver Conference Indoor Girls Track championships in Hillside Mar. 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) lspts-WSCSilverGirlsTrack-321-CCGlenbard West's Katelynn e Hart competes in the 800 Meter Run during the West Suburban Silver Conference Indoor Girls Track championships in Hillside Mar. 16. Fayban forest preserveFayban Forest Preserve in Geneva, IL on Sunday, March 25, 2018 Fayban forest preserveA Great Horned Owl at Fayban Forest Preserve in Geneva, IL on Sunday, March 25, 2018 Fayban forest preserveA Great Horned Owl at Fayban Forest Preserve in Geneva, IL on Sunday, March 25, 2018 Fayban forest preserveA white tailed deer at Fayban Forest Preserve in Geneva, IL on Sunday, March 25, 2018

West Aurora Vs Waubonsie Valley Boys BasketballWaubonsie Valley guard Caymen Woods (24) shoots a jumper over West Aurora forward Damian Virgen (12) during the Plainfield South Class 4A regional semifinal at Plainfield South High School in Plainfield, IL on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Waubonsie Valley Boys BasketballWest Aurora forward Damian Virgen (12) drives to the hoop during a fast break against Waubonsie Valley guard Eric Cannon (15) during the Plainfield South Class 4A regional semifinal at Plainfield South High School in Plainfield, IL on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Harvest Christian Girls BasketballHarvest Christian guard Alyssa Iverson (20) drives to the basket against Marshall forward Roquesha Sims (25) during the Class 2A Illinois Valley Supersectional at Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby, IL on Monday, February 19, 2018 | Sean King - The Courier-News Harvest Christian Girls BasketballHarvest Christian center Grace Ringel (34) is fouled by Marshall forward Niyah Zamudio (23) during the Class 2A Illinois Valley Supersectional at Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby, IL on Monday, February 19, 2018 | Sean King - The Courier-News Newark Vs Aurora Christian Girls BasketballNewark's Evelyn Martin (25) plays the ball in the post against Aurora Christian's Tori Henning (24) during a 1A regional final in Aurora Feb. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Newark Vs Aurora Christian Girls BasketballNewark's head coach Barb Scott talks to her players during a timeout against Aurora Christian in the 1A Aurora Christian regional final in Aurora Feb. 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Glen Garry Glen Ross(left) James Lingk, Jeff Pripusich of North Aurora and Richard ÒRickyÓ Roma, Christian Colucci of Chicago, during rehearsal of Glengarry Glen Ross at The Albright Theater in Batavia Feb. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs Burlington CentralSt. Charles North's Anna Davern (2) blocks a shot by Burlington Central guard Reili Gardner (25) in Maple Park Feb. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media)    Burlington Centeral Girls BasketballBurlington Central guard Elana Wells (3) drives the baseline against St. Charles North Caroline Jakaitis (11) in Maple Park Feb. 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs Geneva Basketball St. Charles North Vs Geneva BasketballSt. Charles North guard Tyler Nubin (12) blocks a shot against Geneva guard Nathaniel Santos (23) in St. Charles Feb. 2. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Girls HoopsGeneva forward Jenna Segebrecht (10) drives to the basket against Sycamore forward Faith Reynolds (33) in Maple Park Feb 3. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs Geneva BasketballSt. Charles North guard Zachary Ludwig (4) plays the ball in the baseline against Geneva guard Jack McDonald (3) in Geneva Feb. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs Geneva BasketballSt. Charles North guard Erik Larson (11) goes up high to block a shot by Geneva guard Nathaniel Santos (23) in Geneva Feb. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs Geneva BasketballGeneva guard Mitch Mascari (22) drives to the basket against St. Charles North in Geneva Feb. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Benet Boys BasketballBenet's David Buh (12) drives to the hoop against Carmel's Mason Schaedel (1) and Jonathan Roeser (34) at Benet Academy in Lisle Feb. 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Benet Boys BasketballBenet's Colin Crothers (55) drives to the basket late in the 4th quarter of play against Carmel at Benet Academy in Lisle Feb. 23. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Montini Vs Benet Girls BasketballBenet forward Brooke Schramek (3) grabs a rebound against Montini during the proviso west 4A sectional final at Proviso West High School in Hillside Feb. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Montini Vs Benet Girls BasketballMontini forward Aaliyah Patty (32) drives to the hoop against Benet forward Brooke Schramek (3) during the proviso west 4A sectional final at Proviso West High School in Hillside Feb. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Bolingbrook Vs Montini Girls BasketballMontini forward Aaliyah Patty (32) ball fakes Bolingbrook forward Danyel Middleton (25) during the Lewis University 4A super sectional at Lewis University in Romeoville Feb. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Bolingbrook Vs Montini Girls BasketballMontini guard Samantha Mitchell (2) attempts a three-pointer over Bolingbrook forward Taylor Robinson (2) during the Lewis University 4A super sectional at Lewis University in Romeoville Feb. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Bolingbrook Vs Montini Girls BasketballMontini guard Samantha Mitchell (2) attempts a three-pointer against Bolingbrook during the Lewis University 4A super sectional at Lewis University in Romeoville Feb. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Bolingbrook Vs Montini Girls BasketballMontini players raise the supersectional plaque in celebration after their victory over Bolingbrook during Lewis University 4A super sectional at Lewis University in Romeoville Feb. 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Girls BasketballOswego East guard Chelsea McCullum (center) drives to the basket against West Aurora guard Skylar Doby (left) and West Aurora guard Dajour Miles during a 4A regional semifinal game in Oswego Feb. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Girls BasketballOswego East fans react after a play against West Aurora during a 4A regional semifinal game in Oswego Feb. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Girls BasketballOswego East head coach Abe Carretto talks to his players during a timeout against West Aurora during a 4A regional semifinal game in Oswego Feb. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Girls BasketballOswego East guard Christine Corpuz (5) reacts after her team advances to the regional final after a come from behind victory over West Aurora during a 4A regional semifinal game in Oswego Feb. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Girls BasketballOswego East plays celebrate after their come from behind victory over West Aurora during a 4A regional semifinal game in Oswego Feb. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Boys BasketballOswego East guard Raymond Dennis (10) drives to hoop against Oswego guard Cal Hejza (21) during the Oswego East class 4A regional semifinal at Oswego East in Oswego Feb. 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Boys BasketballOswego East fans raise news papers and jeer as Oswego players are introduced during the Oswego East class 4A regional semifinal at Oswego East in Oswego Feb. 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Oswego East Boys BasketballOswego East forward Kamron Battle (23) drives to the basket against Oswego guard Dylan Engler (3) during the Oswego East class 4A regional semifinal at Oswego East in Oswego Feb. 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media)

Geneva Vs Main West Girls BasketballGeneva guard Stephanie Hart (right) fights Main West center Angela Dugalic (left) for a loose ball at Benet Academy in Lisle Jan. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs Main West Girls BasketballGeneva head coach Sarah Meadows at Benet Academy in Lisle Jan. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs Main West Girls BasketballGeneva guard Madeline Yelle (11) fights Main West center Angela Dugalic (32) for a rebound at Benet Academy in Lisle Jan. 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North SwimmingSt. Charles North's William Myhre competes in the 200 Yard Medley Relay during the St. Charles North swim invite in St. Charles Jan. 20. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballGeneva fans storm the court to celebrate teams victory over St. Charles East in triple overtime in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballSt. Charles East's Cody Mitchell (23) defends the paint against Geneva's Jack McDonald (3) in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballSt. Charles East's Alec Champine (1) defends the paint against Geneva's Ben Johnson (12) in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballGeneva's Jack McDonald (3) drives to the hoop against St. Charles East's Zachary Robinson (5) in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballSt. Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) drives to the basket against Geneva's Mitch Mascari (22) in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballSt. Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) dunks the ball on a back door cut against Geneva in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballThe Geneva Blue Crue display signs in support of their basketball team against St. Charles East in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs St. Charles East BasketballSt. Charles East players celebrate after their victory over St. Charles North in St. Charles Jan. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs St. Charles East BasketballSt. Charles North's Caroline Jakaitis (11) fights for a rebound against St. Charles East's Nicole Jordan (15) in St. Charles Jan. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs St. Charles East BasketballThe St. Charles East girls varsity team holds hands with St. Charles Storm players during the National Anthem in St. Charles Jan. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs St. Charles East BasketballSt.Charles East fans storm the basketball court after St.Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) hits a three point shot to win the game against St. Charles North in St. Charles Jan. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs St. Charles East BasketballSt. Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) reacts after hitting a game winning shot against St. Charles North in St. Charles Jan. 12. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East Vs Batavia Boys BasketballSt.Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) reacts after a Batavia turn-over at Batavia High School in Batavia Jan. 5. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East Vs Batavia Boys BasketballSt.Charles East's head coach Patrick Woods talks to his players during a timeout against Batavia at Batavia High School in Batavia Jan. 5. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East Vs Batavia Boys BasketballBatavia forward Jayden Johnson (24) reacts after hitting a three-pointer against St.Charles East at Batavia High School in Batavia Jan. 5. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East Vs Batavia Boys BasketballSt.Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) drives to the basket against Batavia forward Andrew Heinz (34) at Batavia High School in Batavia Jan. 5. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Bird watching in Plesantville, IL on the banks of the mississippi riverBird watching in Plesantville, IL on the banks of the mississippi river Bird watching in Plesantville, IL on the banks of the mississippi riverBird watching in Plesantville, IL on the banks of the mississippi river Bird watching in Plesantville, IL on the banks of the mississippi riverBird watching in Plesantville, IL on the banks of the mississippi river Geneva Vs St. Charles East Boys BasketballGeneva's Jack McDonald (3) drives to the basket against St. Charles East's Justin Hardy (32) in Geneva Jan. 19. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU WOMENS BASKETBALLNIU forward Kelly Smith (25) shoots a free-throw against Miami (OH) at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb Jan. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU WOMENS BASKETBALLNIU forward Ally May (34) drives to the hoop against Miami (OH) forward Kendall McCoy (40) at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb Jan. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU WOMENS BASKETBALLThe NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb Jan. 31. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU WOMENS BASKETBALLNIU guard Courtney Woods (4) drives past Central Michigan forward Reyna Frost (13) in DeKalb Jan. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU WOMENS BASKETBALLNIU forward Ally May (34) and Central Michigan guard Cassie Breen (10) fight for control of the ball during the first quarter of play in DeKalb Jan. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU WOMENS BASKETBALLNIU guard Mikayla Voigt (21) drives to the basket against Central Michigan forward Tinara Moore (2) and Central Michigan forward Reyna Frost (13) in DeKalb Jan. 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU MENS BASKETBALLNIU guard Levi Bradley (42) reacts after hitting a three-pointer late in the second half against Eastern Michigan in DeKalb Jan. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU MENS BASKETBALLNIU guard Levi Bradley (42) drives to the hoop against Eastern Michigan guard Tim Bond (1) in DeKalb Jan. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU MENS BASKETBALLNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against Eastern Michigan guard Paul Jackson (3) in DeKalb Jan. 13. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Boys SwimmingDeerfield's Apollos Burcham competes in the 400 yard medley relay during a college events swim meet at Hinsdale South in Darien, IL on Saturday, January 6, 2018 | Sean King - Pioneer Press West Aurora Boys BasketballWest Aurora forward Jared Crutcher (10) dunks the ball over Willowbrook forward Sikander Zafar (5) at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Saturday, January 27, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Boys BasketballWest Aurora guard Camron Donatlan (2) dunks the ball against Willowbrook at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Saturday, January 27, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Boys BasketballWest Aurora head coach Brian Johnson talks to his players during a timeout against Willowbrook at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Saturday, January 27, 2018 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice) Geneva Vs Batavia Basketball(Sean King for The Voice)

Full Moon JamFull Moon Jam August 2017 Full Moon JamFull Moon Jam August 2017 Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) watches his header sail over the hands of Montreal Impact goalkeeper Evan Bush (1) for a goal at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 01, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire fans cheer on Chicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) after he scores a goal against the New England Revolution at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, April 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) JUNE FULL MOON JAMJUNE FULL MOON JAM White Sox Vs Chicago CubsA Chicago Cubs fan holds up the World Series championship flag while a White Sox fan attempts to take the flag from him at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Thursday, July 27, 2017 (Sean King for The Voice) MLS 2017 ALL-STAR GAMEA Military flyover before the start the 2017 MLS All-Star Game Soldier Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Full Moon JamFull Moon Jam October 2017 Aurora and Aldermanic InaugurationAurora communications director Clayton Muhammad (right) introduces Aurora Mayor Richard C. Irvin during the 2017 Mayoral and Aldermanic Inauguration at The Paramount Arts Center in Aurora, IL on Tuesday, May 09, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Gevena Vs Batavia BasketballBatavia guard Kyle LeFevre (3) drives to the hoop against Geneva at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, December 15, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Batavia vs St.Charles North FootballSt.Charles North's head coach Robert Pomazak reacts while speaking to his players after clinching the conference title with a victory over Batavia at St.Charles North High School in St.Charles North, IL on Friday, October 20, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kaneland Vs Sterling IHSA 5A Second Round Football GameKaneland and Sterling players and coaches stand on the field during a stadium power outage at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Saturday, November 4, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Wayne's World 25th Anniversary(Front to Back) Siobhan Midgley takes a selfie with Linda Midgley, Fred Midgley and library employee (right) Amy Roth at the Stan Mikita's donut shop during a celebration for the 25th anniversary of Wayne's World in The Santori Public Library in Aurora, IL on Friday, February 03, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News St.Charles North Vs. St.Charles East Class 4A Volleyball Sectional ChampionshipSt.Charles North's Katherine Lanz (11) goes up for a kill against St.Charles East's Kyra Slavik (8) during a Class 4A DeKalb Sectional championship match at DeKalb High School in DeKalb, IL on Wednesday, November 01, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News St.Xavier FootballSt.Xavier running back Mike Ivlow (4) carries the ball against Lindenwood-Belleville at St.Xavier University in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 16, 2017 | Sean King - Daily Southtown NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU linebacker Jordan Cole (45) and NIU defensive end Joe Sanders (9) celebrate after NIU downs the ball deep in Eastern Michigan's side of the field at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU running back Marcus Jones (21) celebrates after scoring a game winning touchdown in overtime against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Green Bay PhoenixNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against Green Bay Phoenix guard Khalil Small (3) and Kameron Hankerson (21) at NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Rich Central Vs Hillcrest Lightning Strike in Aurora, IL on July 21, 2017Lightning strike in Aurora, IL on July 21, 2017 Naperville Photo Club Naperville North Swim MeetSean King for the Daily Herald
Naperville North's Horace Qiao competes in the mens 200 yard backstroke during a swim meet at Naperville North High School in Naperville, IL on Saturday, December 23, 2017 Naperville ChristKendl MarketNaperville Xmas Market St. Charles North Cross Country InviteA Pack of runners makes their way uphill during a St.Charles North cross country meet at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve in St.Charles September 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Rich Central BasketballRich Central Forward BiJahn Merrill stands for introductions during a 3A sectional semi-final game at Plano High School in Plano, IL on Monday, March 07, 2016 | Sean King - Daily Southtown Wheaton North 3A XC RegionalSean King for the Daily Herald
Glenbard West's Katelynne Hart takes an early lead in the Girls Class 3A Wheaton North cross country regional meet at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville, IL on Saturday, October 21, 2017 White Sox Vs Chicago CubsAmerican Gold-Medal winning artistic gymnast Ashton Locklear performs an aerial cartwheel during a ceremonial first pitch at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL on Thursday, July 27, 2017 (Sean King for The Voice)

Gevena Vs Batavia BasketballBatavia guard Eric Peterson (10) lays the ball up on a fast break against Geneva guard Mitch Mascari (22) at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, December 15, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Gevena Vs Batavia BasketballBatavia guard Kyle LeFevre (3) drives to the hoop against Geneva at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, December 15, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Gevena Vs Batavia BasketballGeneva head coach Scott Hennig talks to his players during a timeout against Batavia at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, December 15, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Gevena Vs Batavia BasketballBatavia head coach Alex Beckmann talks to his players during as timeout against Geneva at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, December 15, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Gevena Vs Batavia BasketballGeneva forward Kross Garth (35) plays the ball in the post against Batavia guard Blake Carlson (14) at Batavia High School in Batavia, IL on Friday, December 15, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plano Christmas Classic 2017Yorkville center Javell Moore (left) drives to the hoop against Peoria Notre Dame's Will Pudik during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano, IL on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plano Christmas Classic 2017Newark's Dylan Patrick (2) plays the ball in the post and is fouled by Yorkville guard Mason Klaas (5) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano Dec 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2017Yorkville guard Christian Payne (24) drives to the hoop against Peoria Notre Dame's Ben Kouri (2) and Will Pudik (21) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano, IL on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plano Christmas Classic 2017Newark's Dylan Patrick (2) drives to the hoop against Crane guard Hylan Harris (0) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano, IL on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plano Christmas Classic 2017Newark's head coach Rick Tollefson talks to his players during a break in play in the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano, IL on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plano Christmas Classic 2017Newark's Dylan Patrick (2) drives to the basket against Crane guard Hylan Harris (0) and Zaylen Hill (4) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano, IL on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Plano Christmas Classic 2017Newark's Beau Brown (25) shoots the ball in the post over Crane guard Jimarius Sneed (5) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano, IL on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News NIU Womens BasketballNIU mascot Victor E. Huskie greets middle school students at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb December 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Mens BasketballNIU players wait as officials discuss a technical fouls between NIU guard Levi Bradley (42) and Central Connecticut guard Tyler Kohl (not pictured) at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb December 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Mens BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against Central Connecticut forward Mustafa Jones (3) and center Deion Bute (14) at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb December 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Mens BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against UIC forward Tai Odiase (21) in DeKalb Dec 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Mens BasketballNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) drives to the hoop against UIC in DeKalb Dec 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Mens BasketballNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) drives to the hoop against UIC in DeKalb Dec 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Mens BasketballNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) goes up high to grab a rebound against UIC forward Clint Robinson (32) and forward Dikembe Dixson (10) in DeKalb Dec 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Mens BasketballNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) drives to the basket against UIC forward Dikembe Dixson (10) in DeKalb Dec 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Live Nativity SceneMarengo resident John Dolesen feeds two camels prior to the start of a live nativity story at Cody's Farm and Orchard in Marengo Dec. 24. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Family Coding NightSouth Elgin resident Brad DeSanti helps his daughter Lucy, 8, and son Frank, 5, during family code night at Bell-Graham Elementary School in Campton Hills December 5. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2017Burlington Central's Michael Kalusa (30) shoots the ball over King's Dominque Reynolds (2) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano Dec 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2017Burlington Central's Dejsani Beamon (3) drives to the hoop against King during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano Dec 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2017Burlington Central's Patrick Mayfield (24) shoots the ball against King's Raheem Brown (24) and Davarrion Reynolds (25) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano Dec 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2017Burlington Central's Zach Schutta (14) drives to the basket against King's Jaylin Bedell (11) during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano Dec 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2017Burlington Central's Michael Kalusa (30) reacts after hitting a three pointer in overtime against King during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano Dec 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Plano Christmas Classic 2017Kaneland center Luke Brost (30) shoots a free throw against Coal City during the Plano Christmas Classic at Plano High School in Plano Dec 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs. St. Charles East BasketballSt.Charles North guard Erik Larson (11) shoots a three pointer against St.Charles East at St.Charles North High School in St.Charles December 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs. St. Charles East BasketballSt.Charles East's Sara Rosenfeldt (41) drives to the hoop against St.Charles North Anna Tate (42) and Anna Davern (2) at St.Charles North High School in St.Charles December 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Vs. Geneva Girls BasketballSt.Charles North head coach Mike Tomczak talks to his players during a timeout against Geneva at Geneva High School in Geneva December 8. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles East Vs Batavia Wrestling MeetBatavia's Dartavius Mcgee works to break a chin lock applied by St. Charles East's Steven Dziadosz during their 160 pound match at St. Charles East High School in St. Charles Dec. 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs St. Charles North BasketballBatavia guard Eric Peterson (10) drives to the basket against St. Charles North guard Tyler Nubin (12) in Batavia Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs St. Charles North BasketballSt. Charles North forward Kyle King (20) reacts after hitting a three pointer against Batavia in Batavia Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs St. Charles North BasketballBatavia guard Kyle LeFevre (3) shoots a three pointer against St. Charles North in Batavia Dec. 22. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Naperville North Swim MeetSean King for the Daily Herald
Waubonsie Valley's Jared Simpson competes in the mens 200 yard backstroke during a swim meet at Naperville North High School in Naperville, IL on Saturday, December 23, 2017 Naperville North Swim MeetSean King for the Daily Herald
Naperville North's Horace Qiao competes in the mens 200 yard backstroke during a swim meet at Naperville North High School in Naperville, IL on Saturday, December 23, 2017 Live Nativity ScenePastor Doc Newcomb (left) of United Methodist Church addresses the audience during a Live Nativity Story at Cody's Farm and Orchard in Marengo Dec. 24. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Live Nativity SceneCast members pose for pictures at the end of their performance of a Live Nativity Story at Cody's Farm and Orchard in Marengo Dec. 24. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Christmas food and gifts for the needySchererville, Indiana resident Keith Johnson volunteers his time by preparing food at Pablo's Restaurant and Cantina in Crystal Lake Dec. 25. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Christmas food and gifts for the needyEmployee Danielle Leschuk and Owner Jennifer Flabo stand next to a pile of donated gifts to help the needy at Pablo's Restaurant and Cantina in Crystal Lake Dec. 25. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Christmas food and gifts for the needyA large number of gifts were donated to help the needy at Pablo's Restaurant and Cantina in Crystal Lake Dec. 25. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Christmas Morning in the Fox ValleyTwin brothers Michael and Matthew Ferreira, 16, from Albany, Australia slide down a snow hill in Geneva Dec. 25. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Christmas Morning in the Fox ValleyAngela Ferreira from Albany, Australia pushes her son Colin, 9, down a snow hill in Geneva December 25. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Christmas Morning in the Fox ValleyAngela Ferreira from Albany Australia slides down a snow hill in Geneva Dec. 25. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Christmas Morning in the Fox ValleyPeoria resident Chris Genders walks down a path along the fox river next to the Geneva dam in Geneva Dec. 25. (Sean King for Shaw Media)

Kaneland Vs Sterling IHSA 5A Second Round Football GameKaneland quarterback Jack Douglas (4) walks off the field after throwing an interception that Sterling returned for a touchdown during a Class 5A second round playoff game at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Saturday, November 4, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Kaneland Vs Sterling IHSA 5A Second Round Football GameKaneland and Sterling players and coaches stand on the field during a stadium power outage at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, IL on Saturday, November 4, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News St.Charles North Vs. St.Charles East Class 4A Volleyball Sectional ChampionshipSt.Charles North's Katherine Lanz (11) goes up for a kill against St.Charles East's Kyra Slavik (8) during a Class 4A DeKalb Sectional championship match at DeKalb High School in DeKalb, IL on Wednesday, November 01, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News St.Charles North Vs. St.Charles East Class 4A Volleyball Sectional ChampionshipSt.Charles North players celebrate after winning the 4A sectional championship against St.Charles North at DeKalb High School in DeKalb, IL on Wednesday, November 01, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News St.Charles North Vs. St.Charles East Class 4A Volleyball Sectional ChampionshipSt.Charles North raises the class 4A sectional championship plaque in celebration after defeating St.Charles East in a Class 4A DeKalb Sectional championship at DeKalb High School in DeKalb, IL on Wednesday, November 01, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News NIU Vs. Ball StateNIU Huskie fans brave the cold to watch their team play against the Ball State Cardinals at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb November 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Ball StateNIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) throws a touchdown pass to NIU tight end Mitchell Brinkman (not pictured) at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb November 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Green Bay PhoenixNIU guard Dante Thorpe (0) shoots a three pointer over Green Bay Phoenix guard Trevian Bell (13) at NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Green Bay PhoenixNIU guard Gairges Daow (2) drives to the hoop against Green Bay Phoenix forward David Jesperson (42) at NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Green Bay PhoenixNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against two Green Bay Phoenix defenders at NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Green Bay PhoenixNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against Green Bay Phoenix guard Khalil Small (3) and Kameron Hankerson (21) at NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Green Bay PhoenixNIU guard Levi Bradley (42) shoots the ball in the post against Green Bay Phoenix at NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 14. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Western MichiganNIU defenders converge on Western Michigan Broncos running back Jarvion Franklin (31) at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb November 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Western MichiganNIU defensive end Sutton Smith (15) reacts after scoring a touchdown on a fumble by against the Western Michigan Broncos at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb November 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Western MichiganNIU defensive end Sutton Smith (15) sacks Western Michigan Broncos quarterback Reece Goddard (6) for a loss at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb November 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Western MichiganNIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) throws a touchdown pass to tight end Mitchell Brinkman (not pictured) during a game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb November 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs. Western MichiganNIU tight end Mitchell Brinkman (89) runs after the catch for a touchdown against the Western Michigan Broncos at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb November 15. (Sean King for Shaw Media) East St.Louis Vs. Mt.Carmel 7A quarterfinal state playoff gameEast St.Louis quarterback Eric Johnson (14) throws a pass against Mt.Carmel in a 7A quarterfinal state playoff game at Gately Stadium in Chicago, IL on Saturday, November 11, 2017 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Edwardsville Vs. Palatine 8A second round state playoff gameEdwardsville quarterback Kedall Adur-Rahman (4) breaks off a long run for a score against Palatine in a 8A second round state playoff game at Palatine High School in Palatine, IL on Saturday, November 04, 2017 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Edwardsville Vs. Palatine 8A second round state playoff gameEdwardsville defensive end Drew Johnson (50) applies pressure to Palatine quarterback DJ Angelaccio (10) in a 8A second round state playoff game at Palatine High School in Palatine, IL on Saturday, November 04, 2017 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameBatavia's Tom Stuttle (23) runs after the catch against Lincoln-Way West during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameBatavia quarterback Riley Cooper (12) throws a pass against Lincoln-Way West during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameBatavia's Tom Stuttle (23) runs a return against Lincoln-Way West during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameBatavia's Tom Stuttle (23) scores a touchdown against Lincoln-Way West during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameBatavia's John Golden (9) lays a hit on Lincoln-Way West wide receiver Egann Wydajewski (4) during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameCaptins and Coaches from both Benet and Batavia meet at the 50 yard line for the coin toss before the start of their 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBatavia quarterback Riley Cooper (12) carries the ball on a keeper against Benet during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBatavia quarterback Riley Cooper (12) throws a pass against Benet during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBatavia wide receiver Eric Peterson (11) celebrates with Evan Holden (72) and Collin Richter (6) after scoring his second touchdown against Benet during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBatavia defensive back Nicholas Conger (19) deflects a pass intended for Benet wide receiver Jack Eschenbach (1) during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBatavia quarterback Riley Cooper (12) throws a pass against Benet during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBatavia defensive lineman Mike Bautch (8) applies pressure on Benet quarterback Colin Gillespie (10) during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBatavia defensive back John Golden (9) and defensive lineman Ethan Towers (95) tackle Benet's Luke Sznajder (7) for a loss during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Naperville CentralBatavia forward Ava Sergio (15) shoots a free-throw against Naperville Central at Naperville Central in Naperville November 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Naperville CentralBatavia guard Allison Newberry (25) drives to the hoop against Naperville Central guard Emily Spisak (14) at Naperville Central in Naperville November 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Naperville CentralBatavia head coach Kevin Jensen talk to his players during a time-out against Naperville Central at Naperville Central in Naperville November 17. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBenet players react after their season ending loss to Batavia in a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBenet cornerback Billy Lawler (28) upends Batavia's Jared Martin (1) during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBenet quarterback Colin Gillespie (10) carries the ball on a keeper against Batavia during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Benet 7A semifinal playoff football gameBenet wide receiver Jack Eschenbach (1) goes up high over Batavia's Tom Stuttle (23) to pull down a pass during a 7A semifinal at Benedictine University in Lisle November 18. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameLincoln-Way West defensive lineman Nick Skentzos (60) tackles Batavia Quin Urwiler (34) for a loss during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameBatavia defensive back John Golden (9) intercepts a pass intended for Lincoln-Way West's Matthew Murphy (3) during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs. Lincoln-Way West 7A quarterfinal football gameBatavia defensive back John Golden (9) runs back an interception against Lincoln-Way West during a 7A quarterfinal game at Lincoln-Way West High School in New Lenox November 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media)

Charlie Brown Christmas(left to right) Edward Keating, 10 (Linus van Pelt) and Isaac Willis, 9 (Charlie Brown) perform during rehearsal for A Charlie Brown Christmas at Stage Coach Players in DeKalb November 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Naperville ChristKendl MarketNaperville Xmas Market NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Myia Starks (right) drives to the hoop against Bradley Braves guard Jailynn Lawson at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Mikayla Voigt (21) is fouled while playing the post against the Bradley Braves at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Women's BasketballNIU guard Eugene German (10) drives to the hoop against the Milwaukee Panthers at The NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb November 29. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Kaneland Girls BasketballKaneland forward Bryanna Kigyos (14) shoots the ball over Yorkville guard Courtney Hall (30) at Kaneland High School in Maple Park November 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Yorkville Vs. Kaneland Girls BasketballYorkville head coach Kim Wensits talks to her players during a game against Kaneland at Kaneland High School in Maple Park November 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media)

Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Vs Glenbard West at Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Monday, October 02, 2017 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Vs Batavia at Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, IL on Wednesday, October 04, 2017 | Sean King - for Waubonsie Valley High School Chicago Fire Vs Philadelphia UnitedChicago Fire forward Nemanja Nikolic (23) celebrates after scoring a goal against Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Andre Blake (18) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philadelphia UnitedChicago Fire defender Joao Meira (66) goes up for a header against Philadelphia Union defender Jack Elliott (3) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philadelphia UnitedChicago Fire forward Arturo Alvarez (12) plays the ball against Philadelphia Union midfielder Ilsinho (25) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philadelphia UnitedChicago Fire defender Matt Polster (2) goes up for a header against Philadelphia Union forward Fafa Picault (22) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philadelphia UnitedChicago Fire head coach Veljko Paunovi�� talks to an official during a game against the Philadelphia Union at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philadelphia UnitedChicago Fire fans cheer after forward Nemanja Nikolic (23) scores a goal against the Philadelphia Union at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs Philadelphia UnitedChicago Fire fans in Sector Latino celebrate after a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Union at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire Vs New York Red BullsNew York Red Bulls players celebrate after scoring their third goal against the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Belleville_West_Buffalo_Grove_football_1028Belleville West's Kriston Davis (5) goes up high to defend against a pass to Buffalo Grove wide receiver Matthew Prawica (13) in a 7A first round state playoff game at Buffalo Grove High School in Buffalo Grove, IL on Saturday, October 28, 2017 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Batavia vs St.Charles North FootballSt.Charles North's Alec Kritta (18) returns the ball against Batavia at St.Charles North High School in St.Charles North, IL on Friday, October 20, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Batavia vs St.Charles North FootballSt.Charles North running back Lucas Segobiano (5) is lifted into the air by offensive lineman Alex Westendorf (72) after scoring a touchdown against Batavia at St.Charles North High School in St.Charles North, IL on Friday, October 20, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Batavia vs St.Charles North FootballSt.Charles North's head coach Robert Pomazak reacts while speaking to his players after clinching the conference title with a victory over Batavia at St.Charles North High School in St.Charles North, IL on Friday, October 20, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego East Vs MinookaOswego East's BJ Graves, Jr (8) applies pressure to Minooka runing back Connor Etzkorn (7) at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 13, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News St.Ignatius Vs Aurora Christian FootballAurora Christian and St.Ignatius students family and friends paid their respects to Aurora Christian student Nate Kok who died earlier in the week in a car crash at Aurora Christian High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, October 6, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News St. Charles East Vs Huntley 4A Sectional SemifinalSt.Charles East's Mckenna Slavik (10) sets the ball against Huntley during a Class 4A DeKalb Sectional semifinal match at DeKalb High School in DeKalb, IL on Monday, October 30, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News St. Charles East Vs Huntley 4A Sectional SemifinalSt.Charles East's Hannah Spicer (9) goes up for a kill against Huntley's Aleah Amelio (16) and Katelyn Bower (14) during a Class 4A DeKalb Sectional semifinal match at DeKalb High School in DeKalb, IL on Monday, October 30, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News St. Charles East Vs Huntley 4A Sectional SemifinalSt.Charles East's Hannah Spicer (9) defends the net against a kill attempt by Huntley's Aleah Amelio (16) during a Class 4A DeKalb Sectional semifinal match at DeKalb High School in DeKalb, IL on Monday, October 30, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News NIU Vs Kent StateNIU Huskies quarterback Marcus Childers (15) throws a pass against Kent State at Huskie Stadium in Dekalb October 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs Kent StateNIU Huskies tight end Shane Wimann (35) runs after the catch against Kent State cornerback Jerrell Foster (23) at Huskie Stadium in Dekalb October 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU Vs Kent StateA number of NIU Huskies defenders tackle Kent State running back Will Matthews at Huskie Stadium in Dekalb October 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganA number of NIU defenders tackle Eastern Michigan Eagles wide receiver Eddie Daugherty (40) for a loss at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU linebacker Jawuan Johnson (7) breaks up a pass to Eastern Michigan Eagles wide receiver Antoine Porter (21) at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU linebacker Jordan Cole (45) and NIU defensive end Joe Sanders (9) celebrate after NIU downs the ball deep in Eastern Michigan's side of the field at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) throws a pass against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU tight end Mitchell Brinkman (89) blocks a punt by *Eastern Michigan Eagles punter Jake Julien (31) late in the game at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU quarterback Marcus Childers (15) carries the ball on a keeper for a touchdown against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU defensive tackle William Lee (90) and NIU defensive end Josh Corcoran (12) apply pressure on Eastern Michigan Eagles place kicker Paul Fricano (18) during a last second field goal attempt which failed forcing overtime at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU vs Eastern MichiganNIU running back Marcus Jones (21) celebrates after scoring a game winning touchdown in overtime against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Huskies Stadium in DeKalb October 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Edwardsville Vs Huntley 8A playoff footballEdwardsville quarterback Kedall Adur-Rahman (4) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Joseph King (not pictured) during a first round 8A state playoff game against Huntley at Huntley High School in Huntley, IL on Friday, October 27, 2017 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Edwardsville Vs Huntley 8A playoff footballHuntley head coach Matt Zimolzak talks to his team after their 8A first round victory over Huntley at Huntley High School in Huntley, IL on Friday, October 27, 2017 Sean King | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com Glenbard East Volleyball TournamentSean King for the Daily Herald
Downers Grove North's Elizabeth Dunlap (18) sets a ball against Huntley during the Autumnfest girls volleyball tournament at Glenbard East High School in Lombard, IL on Saturday, October 14, 2017 Glenbard East Volleyball TournamentSean King for the Daily Herald
Downers Grove North's Clare Delaplane (20) contests a volley by Huntley's Taylor Jakubowski (12) during the Autumnfest girls volleyball tournament at Glenbard East High School in Lombard, IL on Saturday, October 14, 2017 Glenbard East Volleyball TournamentSean King for the Daily Herald
St.Charles East's Klaudia Sowizral (6) challenges a volley by Benet's Allison Van Eekeren (11) during the Autumnfest girls volleyball tournament at Glenbard East High School in Lombard, IL on Saturday, October 14, 2017 Glenbard East Volleyball TournamentSean King for the Daily Herald
St.Charles East's Klaudia Sowizral (6) goes up for a kill against Benet's Rachel Muisenga (18) and Caitlin McKee (19) during the Autumnfest girls volleyball tournament at Glenbard East High School in Lombard, IL on Saturday, October 14, 2017 Glenbard East Volleyball TournamentSean King for the Daily Herald
Benet's Hattie Monson (5) sets the ball against Mother McAuley during the Autumnfest girls volleyball tournament at Glenbard East High School in Lombard, IL on Saturday, October 14, 2017 Glenbard East Volleyball TournamentSean King for the Daily Herald
Benet's Allison Van Eekeren (11) and Lillian Johnson (6) attempt to block a kill attempt by Mother McAuley's Charley Niego (5) during the Autumnfest girls volleyball tournament at Glenbard East High School in Lombard, IL on Saturday, October 14, 2017 Batavia Halloween Haunted TrailBatavia Park District employee Donna Taylor places a corn stalk on a fence at Harold Hall Quarry Beach in Batavia October 10. (Sean King for Shaw Media) General David H PetraeusGeneral David H. Petraeus speaks at Aurora University in Aurora October 24. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland Vs Rochelle 2A RegionalKaneland's John McCaffrey (4) goes up high to play the ball against Rochelle's Zane Walters (13) during the Kaneland Class 2A regional final at Kaneland High School in Maple Park October 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland Vs Rochelle 2A RegionalKaneland goalkeeper Hunter Smith is greeted by his team after they win the Kaneland 2A regional championship on penalty kicks against Rochelle at Kaneland High School in Maple Park October 21. (Sean King for Shaw Media) kspts_thu_1102_ELH_KHSXCSandwich's Kayla Schiera (157) makes her way to the finish line during the Class 2A Kaneland cross country meet sectional at Kaneland High School in Maple Park October 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) kspts_thu_1102_ELH_KHSXCKanelans's Matthew Richtman (left) battles Sterling's Jacob Gebhardt towards the finish in a Class 2A Kaneland cross country meet sectional at Kaneland High School in Maple Park October 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Naperville North 8A football playoffOswego running back Charles Coleman (15) carries the ball against Naperville North in a first-round 8A state playoff game at Oswego High School in Oswego October 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego Vs Naperville North 8A football playoffOswego defensive lineman Noah Shannon (58) sacks Naperville North quarterback Drake Davis (7) in a first-round 8A state playoff game at Oswego High School in Oswego October 28. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Oswego East Vs MinookaOswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 13, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Wheaton North 3A XC RegionalSean King for the Daily Herald
Glenbard West's Katelynne Hart takes an early lead in the Girls Class 3A Wheaton North cross country regional meet at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville, IL on Saturday, October 21, 2017 Wheaton North 3A XC RegionalSean King for the Daily Herald
Glenbard West's Katelynne Hart finishes first in the Girls Class 3A Wheaton North cross country regional meet at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville, IL on Saturday, October 21, 2017 Wheaton North 3A XC RegionalSean King for the Daily Herald
Runners compete in the Boys Class 3A Wheaton North cross country regional at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville, IL on Saturday, October 21, 2017 Wheaton North 3A XC RegionalSean King for the Daily Herald
Glenbard West's Rory Cavan celebrates as he approaches the finish line first in the Boys Class 3A Wheaton North cross country regional at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville, IL on Saturday, October 21, 2017 Oswego East Vs MinookaOswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, October 13, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News

A Dance with Light and Fire

Full Moon JamFull Moon Jam October 2017

     In the city of Chicago, between May and October, you can see a free family-oriented public display of fire dancing south of Forster Beach, along Lake Michigan. Once a month, these talented artists perform alongside a massive drum circle. The sights and sounds draw you into an over-two-hour dance of light and sound. As a photojournalist, my goal is to tell a story with images. To try to provide the person viewing my work with something that captures not only the action but the emotion as well. Shooting the Full Moon Jam is a challenge as most of the event you are shooting into the dark. I find myself doing a dance with light while trying to capture a moment where the performer's body and face peek out from the darkness while spinning or breathing fire. 

Here are some images during the Full Moon Jam this year.

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If you would like to learn more about the Full Moon Jam, please click on the links below.

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Full Moon Jam Fundraiser 2017

Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Soccer Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Soccer Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Soccer Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Soccer Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Soccer Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Soccer Chicago Fire Vs NYCFCChicago Fire midfielder Djordje Mihailovic (14) intercepts a pass to New York City FC forward David Villa (7) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, September 30, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Oswego East vs Oswego FootballOswego quarterback Levi Olson (2) throws a pass against Oswego East at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 29, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego East vs Oswego FootballOswego running back Michael Greene (38) runs in a touchdown against Oswego East at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 29, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego East vs Oswego FootballOswego East Antwain Walker (3) is wrapped up by Oswego linebacker Dayne Millard (42) after the catch at Oswego High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 29, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Plainfield NorthOswego defensive lineman Noah Shannon (58) moves around the block of Plainfield North offensive lineman Anthony Elkareh (77) at Plainfield North High School in Plainfield, IL on Friday, September 01, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego Vs Plainfield NorthOswego wide receiver Benjamin Graue (9) makes a catch late in the 4th quarter of play against Plainfield North at Plainfield North High School in Plainfield, IL on Friday, September 1, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Oswego East Vs Plainfield NorthOswego East head coach Tyson LeBlanc talks to his team at Oswego East High School in Oswego, IL on Friday, September 22, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs East AuroraWest Aurora JaQuan Buchanan (9) carries the ball against East Aurora at East Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, September 8, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs East AuroraWest Aurora JaQuan Buchanan (9) carries the ball for a touchdown against East Aurora at East Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, September 8, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs East AuroraEast Aurora's Orlando Garcia (16) looks downfield against West Aurora at East Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, September 8, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs East AuroraEast Aurora's Derrick Harden (3) runs the ball on a return against West Aurora at East Aurora High School in Aurora, IL on Friday, September 8, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Up State Eight Boys GolfWest Aurora's Ryan Vanderway hits a bunker shot on the 15th hole during an Upstate Eight Meet at St. Andrews Golf and Country Club in West Chicago, IL on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News St.Charles Vs Benet Girls VolleyballBenet's Lillian Johnson (6) goes up for a kill against St.Charles East's Alyssa Bebenek (11) and Mckenna Slavik (10) at St. Charles East High School in St. Charles , IL on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 | Sean King - The Courier-News St.Xavier FootballSt.Xavier quarterback Justin Hunniford (12) throws a pass against Lindenwood-Belleville at St.Xavier University in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 16, 2017 | Sean King - Daily Southtown St.Xavier FootballSt.Xavier running back Mike Ivlow (4) carries the ball against Lindenwood-Belleville at St.Xavier University in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 16, 2017 | Sean King - Daily Southtown St.Xavier FootballSt.Xavier wide receiver Harold Davis (14) and wide receiver Michael Markasovic (41) celebrate after a touchdown against Lindenwood-Belleville at St.Xavier University in Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 16, 2017 | Sean King - Daily Southtown NIU FOOTBALLThe NIU Huskies take the field against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU Huskies running back Tommy Mister (26) carries the ball against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU Huskies quarterback Daniel Santacaterina (7) carries the ball on a keeper against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU Huskies wide receiver Chad Beebe (82) returns a punt against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU Huskies running back Marcus Jones (21) carries the ball for a touchdown against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU Huskies quarterback Daniel Santacaterina (7) throws a pass against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU Huskies wide receiver D.J. Brown (10) carries the ball against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALLNIU Huskies tight end Shane Wimann (35) celebrates with wide receiver Spencer Tears (14) after scoring a touchdown against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb September 9. Waubonsie Valley SoccerWaubonsie Valley Soccer Kane County Cougars BaseballKane County Cougars shortstop Yan Sanchez (21) beats the throw to home for a score against the Cedar Rapids Kernels at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva September 7. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland Cross CountryKaneland's Matthew Richtman comes down the stretch during the Eddington cross country invite at Kaneland High School in Maple Park September 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland Cross CountryKaneland's Rachael Richtman heads towards the finish line during the Eddington cross country invite at Kaneland High School in Maple Park September 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Kaneland Cross CountryKaneland's Olivia Franklin makes her way to the finish line during the Eddington cross country invite at Kaneland High School in Maple Park September 16. (Sean King for Shaw Media) St. Charles North Cross Country InviteA Pack of runners makes their way uphill during a St.Charles North cross country meet at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve in St.Charles September 30. (Sean King for Shaw Media) West Chicago Girls Swim MeetSean King for the Daily Herald - Wausbonsie Valley's Lily Hunt competes in the 200 yard medley relay during the wildcat championship at West Chicago High School in West Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 23, 2017

MLS 2017 ALL-STAR GAMEThis Young Soccer fan was getting his face painted outside of the stadium prior to the start of the 2017 MLS All-Star Game at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) MLS 2017 ALL-STAR GAMEFC Dallas defender Hernan Grana (left) goes up for a header against Real Madrid midfielder Isco (22) during the 2017 MLS All-Star Game at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) MLS 2017 ALL-STAR GAMEChicago Fire and MLS All-Star head coach Veljko Paunovic looks at Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane at the start of the second half of play during the 2017 MLS All-Star Game at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) MLS 2017 ALL-STAR GAMEOrlando City SC forward Dom Dwyer (left) goes up for a header against Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro during the 2017 MLS All-Star Game at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) MLS 2017 ALL-STAR GAMEChicago Fire midfielder Dax McCarty (6) congratulates Orlando City FC forward Dom Dwyer (14) on his goal against Real Madrid during the 2017 MLS All-Star Game at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) MLS 2017 ALL-STAR GAMEA Military flyover before the start the 2017 MLS All-Star Game Soldier Field in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerSection 8 displays a tifo in celebration after a goal is scored by Chicago Fire defender Matt Polster (2) against the New England Revolution at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 5, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerNew England Revolution defender Antonio Delamea Mlinar (19) plays the ball against Chicago Fire forward David Accam (11) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 5, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerA fan in Sector Latino waves a Chicago Fire flag in celebration after a score against the New England Revolution at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 5, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) reads the defense while bring the ball up the pitch against the New England Revolution at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 5, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerNew England Revolution defender Angoua Brou Benjamin (4) heads the ball over Chicago Fire forward Luis Solignac (9) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 5, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerNew England Revolution forward Kei Kamara (23) lays on the ground after missing a shot on goal against the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 5, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerSection 8 displays a tifo in celebration of a Chicago Fire goal against the New England Revolution at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 5, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerFans in Sector Latino cheer on the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerSection 8 displays a tifo prior to the start of the game against the Toronto FC at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire goalkeeper Matt Lampson (28) goes up high for a save against the Toronto FC at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerToronto FC midfielder Michael Bradley (4) plays the ball against the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire forward David Accam (11) shoots the ball against the Toronto FC at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) West Aurora Football PracticeWest Aurora running back Kameren Moore (9) carries the ball during practice at West Aurora in Aurora, IL on Monday, August 7, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Football PracticeWest Aurora fullback Trevon Tittle (44) carries the ball during practice at West Aurora in Aurora, IL on Monday, August 7, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Yorkville FootballWest Aurora JaQuan Buchanan (9) carries the ball against Yorkville at Yorkville High School in Yorkville, IL on Friday, August 25, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Yorkville FootballYorkville quarterback Ty Liaromatis (21) throws a pass against West Aurora at Yorkville High School in Yorkville, IL on Friday, August 25, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Yorkville FootballWest Aurora running back Kameren Moore (20) follows the block of offensive lineman Ian Mooney (61) for a big gain against Yorkville at Yorkville High School in Yorkville, IL on Friday, August 25, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Yorkville FootballWest Aurora defensive back Anthony Hunt (35) pressures Yorkville's Brock Grimaldi (5) during a play late in the 2nd quarter of play at Yorkville High School in Yorkville, IL on Friday, August 25, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News West Aurora Vs Yorkville FootballWest Aurora quarterback William Tammaru (3) looks down field against Yorkville at Yorkville High School in Yorkville, IL on Friday, August 25, 2017 | Sean King - The Beacon-News Thinderbolts Vs Slammers BaseballThunderBolts shortstop Ransom LaLonde (16) hits a two run homer against the Slammers at Slammers Stadium in Joliet, IL on Wednesday, August 09, 2017 | Sean King - Daily Southtown Thinderbolts Vs Slammers BaseballSlammers pitcher Scot Hoffman (21) delivers a pitch against the ThunderBolts at Slammers Stadium in Joliet, IL on Wednesday, August 09, 2017 | Sean King - Daily Southtown Thinderbolts Vs Slammers BaseballThunderBolts pitcher Zac Westcott (19) delivers a pitch against the Slammers at Slammers Stadium in Joliet, IL on Wednesday, August 09, 2017 | Sean King - Daily Southtown NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU Huskies head coach Rod Carey talks to his player during a practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICEHuskies wide receiver Jauan Wesley (9) catches a pass during a practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 01. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU Huskies wide receiver Jordan Robinson (81) catches a pass during a practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 1. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU Huskies assistant coach Jordan Lynch runs a drill with the running backs during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 6. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU Huskies quarterback Daniel Santacaterina (7) throws a pass during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU Huskies quarterback Daniel Santacaterina (7) throws a pass during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU Huskies quarterback Ryan Graham (17) throws a pass during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) NIU FOOTBALL PRACTICENIU Huskies head coach Rod Carey talks to his players during practice at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb August 11. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Wheaton Warrenville South SoccerBatavia goalkeeper Treven Ritko-Siros (0) goes up for a save against Wheaton Warrenville South forward Declin Ermer (21) at Batavia High School in Batavia August 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Wheaton Warrenville South SoccerWheaton Warrenville South goalkeeper Joe Adamek (0) makes a diving save against Batavia at Batavia High School in Batavia August 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Wheaton Warrenville South SoccerWheaton Warrenville South midfielder Nick McGrath (4) goes up for a header against Batavia at Batavia High School in Batavia August 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Batavia Vs Wheaton Warrenville South SoccerWheaton Warrenville South forward Samani Hussenini plays the ball against Batavia forward Sal Garcia at Batavia High School in Batavia August 26. (Sean King for Shaw Media) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire goalkeeper Matt Lampson (28) reacts after giving up a goal against Toronto FC midfielder Nicolas Hasler (26) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire forward Luis Solignac (9) goes up for a header against the Toronto FC at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 19, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerMinnesota United fans cheer on their team at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 26, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerMinnesota United fans cheer on their team at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 26, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerMinnesota United fans celebrate after their team defeats the Chicago Fire 2 - 1 at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 26, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential) Chicago Fire SoccerChicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (31) plays the ball against New England Revolution forward Kei Kamara (23) at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, IL on Saturday, August 05, 2017 (Sean King for Chicago Fire Confidential)