The Prep Talk

One Rockford-area athlete rose above the competition Feb. 9–14 — here's why the spotlight belongs to them.

After going 10-3 overall and 6-2 in district under head coach Parr, the Coyotes showed they can compete with anyone on their schedule. Heading into the 2026 season, this team isn't satisfied with what they accomplished a year ago. They're h

Woodward Academy student-athlete and Class of 2027 defensive back. Multi-sport athlete competing in football and track & field, and a member of the National Honor Society. Focused on academics, leadership, and development on and off the fie

Classifications for the 2026 Fall Season are available! To view these classifications, click the links below or visit each activity page. Boys Tennis Cross Country Girls Golf Softball Unified Sports, Bowling Volleyball NSAA member schools h

Boston College won only two games last season but then coach Bill O'Brien brought in new general manager Kenyatta Watson, who has extensive experience in the Southeast.

The 2026 USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships are less than a week away, and these five Georgians dominated Region 4 as they secured their spot on their respective event's starting line. Here are five of the top perform

MaxPreps' Top 10 running backs are in, and no two are headed to the same school. David Gabriel Georges leads the pack — but the uncommitted backs could still flip everything.

View and Purchase from MSHSL SmugMug Gallery Season Limitation: No more than 45 halves per season Official Ball: Felt-covered indoor soccer ball, size 5.

Lockport’s Nojus Venckus (10) drives to the basket as the Porters defeat Joliet West 58-30 in the 4A regionals last season. Yes, the month of June is a platform for players to get in front of college coaches. But it’s also the best time to