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The Roundup, March 27, 2025: Drury tosses another no-no, Katz and Klein lift HOIC baseball squads to wins
Brimfield/Elmwood's Sawyer Drury tossed another no-hitter, Normal West baseball got a big win and 14 area girls soccer teams hit the pitch.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 28


The Roundup, March 26, 2025: Several pitchers shine, many teams compete on spring break trips
More than a handful of strong pitching performances and games against out-of-state opponents highlighted Wednesday's prep sports.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 27


2025 Baseball Preview: Morton remains near top of Mid-Illini behind one of area’s best arms
Morton looks to use ace Ryan Schaffnit, strong depth and a schedule full of tests to stay in contention for a Mid-Illini title again.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 26


2025 Softball Preview: IVC’s youth looks to prove itself even more in first year under Heim
IVC softball has a fountain of talented youth that is primed for a big future under new head coach Kristi Heim.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 26


2025 Baseball Preview: Six Returning Starters Headline Strong Olympia Team
Olympia baseball is loaded with lots of seniors – 10 specifically – an six returning starters to help them compete in the strong Sangamo.

Mark Wagner
Mar 26


The Roundup, March 25, 2025: Holly’s big day leads Dee-Mack to victory, Farmington wins on walk-off bunt
Dee-Mack baseball got a sparkling pitching performance, three baseball squads took one-run wins and several girls soccer teams won shutouts.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 26


Vote: CSM Spring Athletes of the Week, March 17-23, 2025
Vote for this week's CSM Spring Athletes of the Week, with nominees from baseball, softball, soccer and track and field!

Clutch Sports Staff
Mar 25


2025 Softball Preview: Powered by experience, growing numbers, Morton gaining traction in Mid-Illini
Morton is trending upwards with lots of returning starters led by Alyvia Springer and Reagan Gashaw, plus an influx of underclassmen talent.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 25


2025 Softball Preview: El Paso-Gridley set on building culture in first year under Cole
El Paso-Gridley is oriented on growth as Jeff Cole takes over as head coach and is looking to use its multi-sport athleticism.

Jaylen Harris
Mar 25


The Roundup, March 24, 2025: Limestone soccer stays hot, pair of Big 12 softball teams win
Three Mid-Illini baseball teams and two Big 12 softball teams were among several winners on Monday. Limestone girls soccer stayed undefeated

Owen Dimpfl
Mar 25


2025 Softball Preview: Limestone’s blend of youth and experience looks to build on upward trajectory
After experiencing one of its best seasons in several years, Limestone softball is energized to make further strides.

Dalton Carmien
Mar 24


2025 Softball Preview: Tremont looks to continue dominance despite big senior exodus
Even after losing several key pieces, Tremont softball has high expectations with a group that knows how to win.

Dalton Carmien
Mar 24


2025 Softball Preview: Senior-led East Peoria aiming to push success further
East Peoria softball returns over half of its starters and four all-conference picks while looking to win a Mid-Illini title and more.

Gavin Russell
Mar 24


The Roundup, March 22, 2025: Many teams, standouts flourish on first big Saturday of spring season
Saturday's edition of The Roundup features scores and standouts from over 45 games across several sports.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 23


2025 Softball Preview: Fieldcrest continuing to grow with young team
Fieldcrest softball is looking to rebuild with a young squad led by sophomore standout TeriLynn Timmerman

Owen Dimpfl
Mar 22


2025 baseball preview: Tremont looks to return to greatness under first-year coach and elite pitching
First-year head coach Eddie Betson begins his time at Tremont with a team hungry to get to the top of the HOIC behind strong pitching.

Dalton Carmien
Mar 22


2025 Baseball Preview: Princeville brings seniors, arms in pursuit of next step
Princeville baseball is plenty to be excited about with its pitching staff and experience this season.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 22


The Roundup, March 21, 2025: Metamora, Washington win in baseball and softball plus Cogdal Relays in girls track
Many area teams were winners on Friday with a packed slate of baseball, softball, girls soccer, track and field and more.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 22


End of an era: Becker retires from Morton girls basketball after more than 30 years with team
Morton's legendary girls basketball head coach Bob Becker announced his retirement from coaching after 26 years and 4 state titles.

Jonathan Michel
Mar 21


2025 Baseball Preview: Washington once again hopes to be a competitor for the Mid-Illini crown
Washington features talent up and down the lineup and in its rotation as the Panthers look to continue their perennial success.

Owen Dimpfl
Mar 21
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