Author: Nicholas Thompson
Image courtesy of Illinois State Women’s Basketball social media NORMAL, Ill. — Illinois State women’s basketball is on the road in Chicago today as the Redbirds take on former Missouri Valley Conference member Loyola Chicago. The two programs will meet for the 26th time in series history, and it marks the first time since 2022 […]
NORMAL, Ill. –Illinois State women’s basketball hosted Chicago State on Wednesday morning for Education Day at CEFCU Arena. With more than 5,000 local middle school and junior high students in attendance, the Redbirds fed off that energy from the start, jumping out to a 20-4 lead in the first quarter and never looking back in […]
NORMAL, Ill.- Illinois State women’s basketball tipped off its 2025-26 season Monday night against Dayton at CEFCU Arena. The Redbirds had four players finish in double figures. Sophomore forward Doneelah Washington led the way with 21 points on a perfect 8-for-8 shooting night. Senior Addison Martin added 20 points, while sophomore point guard Trista Fayta […]
Image courtesy of Bloomington Central Catholic social media NORMAL, Ill. — Nine hard-fought football games are in the books, and now it’s time for playoff football. All five Bloomington-Normal area teams have earned postseason berths, each looking to make a deep run toward a state championship. Bloomington Central Catholic completed a perfect 9-0 regular season, […]
NORMAL, Ill. —Bloomington-Normal native Valshun Powe has taken the area’s high school football scene by storm. The dynamic athlete for Bloomington Central Catholic has been the driving force behind the Saints’ offense this season, delivering explosive performances that have helped lead his team to a perfect 7-0 record and a commanding spot in the conference […]
NORMAL, Ill. – The Normal Community Ironmen have put themselves in prime position to make the playoffs. Sitting at 4–1 through the first half of the season, the Ironmen need just one more win to officially clinch a playoff berth. Head coach Jason Drengwitz highlighted his team’s strong start to the season and shared what has […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Just before the start of the season, University High head coach Brody Walworth shared his expectations for his team. Now four games in, with the Pioneers sitting at 2–2, Walworth reflected on his squad’s performance and growth so far. U-High opened the year with a statement win over Manuel in Week 1 […]
NORMAL, Ill. – The Normal West Wildcats are off to a 2–1 start this season, and head coach Nathan Fincham believes his team is showing steady growth through the first three weeks. “Taking a look at how we came out to start the season, I thought we came out very well and prepared,” Fincham said. […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Bloomington Central Catholic couldn’t have asked for a better start to its season. After cruising to a 59–0 win in Week 2, the Saints now turn their attention to a Friday night showdown with Tolono Unity, another unbeaten team looking to stay perfect. The Saints have been sharp on both sides of […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Coming off a dominant 40-7 win in Week 1, the Bloomington High School football team is riding high into its next challenge. Head coach Niall Mulcahy praised his squad’s performance in the opener but knows Week 2 will bring a new test. The Purple Raiders travel to face University High, a team […]