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New conference foes, a whole new division, a trip to Indy and a Big Ten stadium — we look at all the fun and quirks inside the 2026 football schedules of New Trier, Loyola and Highland Park. All that plus an earlier start to the season this year makes for a lot of excitement in this summer episode.
That's a wrap! Another high school sports season in the book, and we get all nostalgic about the past nine months. How does this year compare to others? Was it quietly among the best? And what are some of the top teams, moments and championships? We cover it all and relive a decorated high school sports year that ended with a major championship.
It's a: Championship Pod! Times 2! New Trier girls soccer and Loyola girls lacrosse capped dominant seasons by hoisting state titles. We break down a dramatic state finals for the Trevians and hear from senior Quinn Brahm, and also a far-less-dramatic but equally impressive finish for the Ramblers, who were near untouchable in 2026. Then, we recap a busy and fun spring and take stock of our local baseball, softball and volleyball programs.
New Trier tennis was apparently sick of playing second fiddle to four-time reigning champ Hinsdale Central and snatched the state title away thanks to a clutch doubles finale. And there is plenty more to cover, including New Trier soccer powering through the bracket, NT baseball keeping its season alive, big-time Trevians relays, power-packed postseason lacrosse battles and more. We get it all in for one of our biggest shows of the year.
A tough postseason road got New Trier in the regional finale, but what a season it was for the 18-win Trevians. We talk about all the accolades. Plus, girls track stars compete at state, while the plenty of boys are on their way. And when we talk a huge week in local sports, with soccer, volleyball, baseball, lacrosse and more peaking. What are our teams' chances?
The postseason is well underway and our first major trophies have landed, with New Trier boys and girls water polo winning sectionals and local girls track/field athletes punching state tickets. We discuss the playoff paths for the rest, including suddenly hot New Trier baseball. Can they pull off a big run?We look at softball, soccer and volleyball brackets, too, and talk boys track chances.
Highland Park and Deerfield took their rivalry outside for a first-of-its-kind volleyball match. We talk about the special night and hear from Giants coach Jenna Hotwagner. Plus, we hit all the spring favorites — baseball, softball, track/field, water polo — to check in on our teams as the playoffs fast approach.
Trevians girls soccer lost a toughie in tournament play. Are they still the best? (Hint: Yes they are). We talk their busy week and look at their postseason road. We also catch up on New Trier baseball, which may be turning a corner, and Highland Park baseball, which keeps on winning. We check in on softball squads, too. Plus, track and field postseason competition is coming; how are New Trier girls looking and do the boys have a shot at a repeat?
New Trier volleyball was on quite a run before suffering a setback over the weekend. Star Oliver Potterfield suffered a likely season-ending knee injury and we talk if the Trevians can rebound. On the diamond, NT softball keeps circling the bases during its hot streak, while NT baseball can't seem to put it together. Plus, Loyola took care of rival New Trier in resounding fashion in a lacrosse doubleheader
New Trier soccer is showing what it takes to be No. 1. We talk the Trevians statement win over Loyola and if they can live up to the hype of being the state's top-ranked team. We also talk New Trier baseball's tough patch, as well as if and how they can get out of it. Plus, QB Jackie Ryder commits to Purdue and we hear from him; and former Trevs hooper Jake Fiegen lands with a big-name program.
It's springtime, but we're breaking down big football news. Coach John Holecek is back at the helm of the Ramblers — what? why? how? We answer some of those questions and speculate on others, including what is a high school football GM and is Loyola starting a trend. In more gridiron news, New Trier quarterback Jackie Ryder announces his BIG (Ten) commitment.We also break down The Record's reporting on the athletics divide between Loyola and Evanston, recently deepened by a coach's remarks.
Local baseball is underway and our teams (Loyola, New Trier, Highland Park) have found early-season successes. We talk what that means for the season. Do they have what it takes? We do the same exercise for our softball locals, as Loyola and New Trier should be factors all year. We end with some boys hoops chatter. Sure, the season is over, but a pair of ex New Trier hoopers have made big college decisions.
New Trier girls hockey got it done for the second straight season, winning back-to-back state crowns for the first time since the early 2000s. We talk about their late-season and early-game surges, and hear from coach Ben Piskor. Then it's out with the cold and in with the spring season. We discuss early baseball, softball and soccer results, and give our thoughts on who's got the goods to make a run this spring.
For the second time in three years, Loyola girls hoops advanced to the 4A title game, but unlike two years ago, the Ramblers fell short this time. We talk the how and why of the state-title game and also hear from coach Jeremy Shoenecker. New Trier Green hockey also came up short in the state title game, and we give that a look while also reviewing the upcoming girls hockey finals and our favorite moments of the winter season.
The Loyola Academy juggernaut powers on, winning sectional and supersectional girls hoops titles over the past week. We break down their championship chances and ask: Are the Ramblers amid a dynasty? Plenty more playoff hoops, from record breakers (NSCD) to season enders (New Trier). Plus, local swimmers and divers came home with several state medals, and we preview the hockey state championship on Friday.
Lots going on and we eclipse the hour mark for the first time in a while as we talk postseason winter sports. Leading off, Loyola girls are off to the state's final eight thanks to a sectional win. Who can stop them? The boys are just getting started, and will Loyola and New Trier survive a tough Friday night? Plus, Ramblers wrestlers put on a show at the state championships. Is Kai Calcutt a Loyola legend? And we don't forget hockey or North Shore Country Day hoops in this one.
New Trier star Christopher Kirkpatrick made a surprising — and successful — return to the court against Evanston on Friday. We talk through the big night and what it means for the Trevians and the sectional. Plus, girls playoff hoops are underway and look through the brackets. A number of local wrestlers and gymnasts punched their state tickets — who and how.
Girls hoops playoffs begin next week, boys in two weeks, so which of our teams are most ready? We talk through it, including Loyola boys big win over St. Pat's. We also look to the mats, where plenty of Loyola, New Trier and Highland Park grapplers are headed to the sectional round and a chance at state. Plus, we got postseason gymnastics and hockey talk and hear from New Trier girls bball coach Stephanie Kuzmanic about a special night last week.
New Trier boys basketball has found a groove, ripping off six straight as the postseason nears. We talk about what's working and how they can keep it up, while also hearing from junior Matthew Logue. Meanwhile, Loyola wrestling nabbed the team regional title while winning a handful of individual brackets. We also talk Loyola boys and girls hoops, state cheerleading and dance competitions, and more.
After some difficult losses, both New Trier and Loyola collected big victories — the Trevians winning four straight and the Ramblers collecting the Jesuit Cup over St. Ignatius. We discuss how they did and if all is well. Plus, Loyola girls continue to lay waste to the competition, and a pair of Regina Dominican seniors join an exclusive club. We also chat wrestling and gymnastics as the postseason nears.
Loyola gets its heart broken by an Evanston buzzer beater. We talk what it means and what's next for the Ramblers. New Trier boys get back on track against Kenwood, but can they keep it up with a big weekend? Loyola girls? They keeping rolling. We also hear from Charlie Tilson, the New Trier product and former MLB player who is back with other former pros with a youth baseball program.
Following a hot start, both New Trier and Loyola boys hoops have hit rough patches — and for different reasons. The Trevians are adjusting without their star and primary ball-handler, while the Ramblers offense appears stuck in the mud. We discuss if and how they right their ships. Plus, the perfectly righted ship that is Loyola girls hoops, as well as Giants basketball, boys swimming, gymnastics and more.
Our local hoops teams had a busy holiday season and we dribble you through it. New Trier earned a trophy at Pontiac without star Christopher Kirkpatrick. We talk how they did it and what we know about Kirkpatrick. Loyola boys went down to Florida and won three times and are back with a big week. Ramblers girls won their host Christmas tournament and keep keeping on, while Highland Park boys and girls continue to find their way.
Nice wins from Loyola (over Kenwood) and New Trier (over Deerfield) keep both teams humming right along into the winter break. We talk their holiday-tourney potential. Loyola girls took its first loss of the year, and we discuss the Ramblers tough slate. Plus, New Trier gymnastics has a new look this year. Who is in the lineup and what are the expectations? Plus, we save football talk until the fourth quarter after a big decision by the IHSA to expand the playoff field.
Since its tough loss to rival Loyola, New Trier boys hoops has taken care of its business with big wins against Mount Carmel, Maine South and Lane Tech. We talk about the Trevs rebound. The Ramblers stood alongside top-ranked DePaul, but could not keep pace. Why? Plus, girls hoops, where Loyola keep winning, New Trier is a work in progress, and Highland Park is still the CSL North team to beat.We also talk wrestling, gymnastics and more winter sports.
Loyola boys and girls hoops took it to New Trier in the teams' annual Thanksgiving doubleheader. We talk what that means right now and the rest of the way. We also ask if the Ramblers and the Trevians are Top 10 boys teams this season. What about top 5? Also can Loyola girls, despite losing a program great, compete for a state title again?
A young New Trier swim/dive team made a splash at the state finals, racing to fourth place with a mostly underclassmen lineup. We talk who came through and what does it mean for the Trevians future. Loyola and HP left a mark too. Then, we pivot to the winter season and basketball: who's up, who's down and who's got the goods? And since football is still going on, we spend some time on our favorite moments of the quarterfinals and the best semifinal matchups this weekend.
New Trier volleyball made its third straight — but maybe their most unlikely — run to the Class 4A final eight. The junior-heavy Trevians may have been overpowered by Benet, but we look inside their 11-match winning streak that got 'em there. Plus, swimming sectional and state talk, cross country recap, and way-too-early hoops chatter.
Our local teams faced stiff competition in the postseason's opening round and couldn't hold up. We review the defeats. Now, New Trier, Loyola and Highland Park are done for the year, and we look at what they accomplished and what's next. We also recap another championship season for Trevians field hockey, who posted a dramatic victory to win it all.
All three of our teams — New Trier, Highland Park and Loyola (by a hair!) — made the playoffs. We look at their matchups and their chances of escaping the first round. And, per usual, we gripe about the postseason selection process and how it can and should be better. Plus, Trevians tennis three-peats and we hear from their coach, Jerry Morse-Karzen.
Look out! Will Loyola Academy football miss the playoffs AND pay fewer than nine games for the first time in decades? We talk about Ramblers uphill climb to save their season. Then there's New Trier and Highland Park, both of which are playoff bound and banked a big win apiece. Can the Trevians get to a sixth win? Plus, girls tennis and boys soccer chatter.
New Trier football earned a very satisfying victory in Evanston's house, while Loyola was tripped up on the road. We break down the pivotal results and how both teams react in Week 8. Plus, Highland Park stayed with its winning ways and New Trier boys golf traveled all the way to state only to again compete with their biggest rival — and come out on top. Girls didn't do so bad either!
Highland Park's makes a CSL North statement with rout of reigning champs, Loyola takes care of its business — are Ramblers getting better each week? But the Trevians stumble and need to rebound and quick. Can they best their biggest rival for the first time in three seasons? We talk it out and give our Week 7 predictions, as well as talk state golf with New Trier golfers' big sectional performances.
Winning cures what ails you, as all three of ours teams found out last Friday night. In this Victory Pod, I (Joe w/o Michal) recap decisive third wins by the Trevians, Ramblers and Giants. Looking ahead, New Trier and Highland Park have tall tasks with league powers coming to town in Week 6.
We love a victory pod, so I guess his must be a defeat pod. All three of our squads (New Trier, Loyola, Highland Park) ran into Week-4 troubles, and we break down where it all went wrong, while also spending plenty of time on where it can turn around in Week 5 — with all three teams having good opportunities to vent their frustrations on the field.
A lot of hype surrounds Loyola football's sophomore class, and the young Ramblers got to show their stuff on Friday in Wheaton. We talk about the big night, and how they'll fare on the road at big and bad Brother Rice. We also talk about disappointing Fridays for New Trier and Highland Park, especially the Trevians who watched an important third win slip away.
Each 2-0, New Trier and Highland Park football are off to hot starts. We look at how they've done it and if they can keep it up. We also talk about Week 3 and the return of Loyola after a week away.Plus, we hear from Trevians volleyball coach Hannah Hsieh following a big win over Loyola and a recent big milestone for the longtime coach.
What an opening week for North Shore football. New Trier gets its first opening-week win since 2021, Loyola escapes Merrillville in final seconds, and Highland Park and Lucas Gordon take care of Leyden. We review what we saw on the field and what it means, if anything, for the rest of the season.
And away we go! The countdown to football season is over. Our local teams all kick off on Friday night. Who? What? Where? We have all of your answers in this episode, plus top players, top matchups, big questions, and Week 1 and season predictions. Prepare yourself.
The 2025-'26 school year has begun, meaning so has the preps season, and we start things off by talking about our hopes and dreams. What are we looking forward to? What could happen both this fall and the rest of the year? In advance to our BIG football show (next week): Here we go.
The Varsity returns after its own summer break and recaps some summer headlines, including New Trier star hooper Christopher Kirkpatrick making his collegiate choice. We also have soccer coach Jim Burnside earning high national praise. We save the second half for football talk and give a high-level overview of local football schedules, including a hole in Loyola's.
It's all over! All of our area teams have finished their seasons, marking the end of another high school sports season for The Varsity podcast. We give you all the goods in this spring-finale episode, including maybe the moment of the year in New Trier boys track/field's state championship. Plus, a lacrosse title and another trophy, Loyola softball gets so close, New Trier baseball hits a snag, Trevs volleyball bounces to state, NT soccer has a new nemesis and so much more. Ya gotta check it out.
It's all happening! Playoff baseball, soccer, volleyball, softball, track and field, tennis — we touch on all of it. New Trier girls soccer is thundering on a repeat quest, Trevians softball bows out but what a season, star runners from the area could bring home gold, and much more in this around-the-horn-style episode.
New Trier boys water polo has dominated competition this season and will carry a 30-match winning streak into the state finals. We talk about their greatest competition to another state title. We also get you prepared for the busiest week in high school sports with baseball, soccer, softball, volleyball and lacrosse all busy in postseason play.
New Trier baseball comes through on the final day of league play. We talk their progress and take a look at their sectional competition. Trevs softball is your league champ as well. What's their postseason outlook. Girls track and field stars show out at the sectional and a handful are off to state.
Who has the best record in North Shore baseball? It's the Highland Park Giants. At 21-4, HP is consistently beating up on opponents and is unbeaten (12-0) in the CSL North. Coach Jason Newburger tells us all about it in the second quarter. Plus, CSL baseball, softball races are still up for grabs, while NT soccer claims the league crown.
It's been a minute since New Trier softball has started a season like this! We talk about a rare win over Maine South and a 7-game winning streak for the Trevians. On other diamonds, Highland Park and New Trier are dominating too. And we take a look at water polo as the postseason approaches.
New Trier soccer isn't messing around on its defense of a 2024 state championship. The Trevs' 1-0 win at Evanston was their 14th clean sheet in 15 matches! We rave about the Trevs before shifting to volleyball and its successful start with a crop of new-yet-experienced talent. We also chat baseball, softball and more
Spring sports are full go as the weather improves, but we pause to chat some news: A $10 million donation to support New Trier's outdoor athletics facilities. We work through the news and what it means for the school and its student-athletes. Then, back to the action, as we look into New Trier baseball's three-game set with GBN and Trevians soccer moving on to the Lou Malnati's title match.
We talk a new era of Trevians girls basketball, which has its first new head coach in 30 years. We pay our respects to iconic local football coach Chick Cichowski, who recently passed away. And we go around the horn with spring updates, including hot starts for New Trier and Highland Park baseball, New Trier soccer and NT volleyball.
New Trier Hockey went into the United Center on March 16 and pulled out two state championships! We recap the dramatic boys and girls title games and then close the book on the winter season ...... and say hello spring! Baseball, soccer and more are underway and we get it started by talking the most intriguing story lines.
Impressive Loyola basketball seasons ended on the same weekend. We dive into a heartbreaking state semifinal but incredible season for the Ramblers girls; and we talk Loyola's sweet-16 loss to an extraordinary Evanston unit that is now in the state finals. We also give a brief review of the hoops season and hear from Ramblers coach Tom Livatino before we hit the ice with New Trier teams playing for state titles this weekend.
It was a make or break week on the hardwood, and two teams remain from our area: Loyola and Loyola. The boys will play for the sectional on Friday, while the girls are headed back to the state finals thanks to two dominant efforts over the past week — in one of them, star Aubrey Galvan went bananas. We also recap New Trier boys season that ended Friday, and special state performances from local wrestlers and swimmers.
Local wrestlers and gymnasts put it on the line at state with one coming home as a champion. We talk in through, plus get into playoff hoops as it heats up. New Trier-GBS girls go into overtime, Ramblers ramble on and the boys are just getting started.
New Trier gymnastics' sectional performance leads the discussion, and junior Elena Scarano joins in the second quarter to chat about her big-time beam routine. Plus, led by a Loyola defending champ, a group of local wrestlers are headed to state; we forecast a big girls basketball weekend; and look further head to the boys basketball postseason.
Dramatic basketball season is underway for our local teams. We talk about a difficult stretch for New Trier boys hoops, which is playing without star Chris Kirkpatrick, and a record-breaking afternoon for Aubrey Galvan in a huge win for the Ramblers. There's so much more: the final home game for Trevians legendary coach Teri Rodgers, and wrestling and gymnastics regionals
New Trier basketball's recent losses and an injury add some challenges before the postseason begins. For Loyola boys, two all-time performances on one night have the Ramblers feeling pretty good. Plus, girls hoops, girls wrestling, gymnastics and more.
We talk about a nice week for our local hoops teams: Loyola boys and New Trier girls hoops bested highly ranked opponents and are trending up; Trevians star Chris Kirkpatrick put up big numbers in his team's wins; Highland Park boys and girls took care of their business; and Ramblers girls aren't messing around. We also talk wrestling and league championships and preview an important week ahead for NT hoops.
We're talking a lot of hoops! New Trier boys basketball welcomed Kenwood for an MLK showdown that did not disappoint. Despite the narrow loss, how are the Trevians feeling and can they lock up the league race? The Loyola girls took care of potent Fremd in dominant fashion, putting the state on notice, and Loyola boys' mixed week leads to a few questions.And then there's bowling, hockey and wrestling. We brief you on the latest.
New Trier gymnastics keep going higher and higher, proven with a first-place finish at a big meet in Lake Forest and a dual win on senior night. How far can the Trevians go this season? We have wrestling and hoops updates as well, and we preview a big MLK Jr. weekend on the courts with New Trier and Loyola boys and girls all with big matchups on tap.
The second half of high school basketball is getting underway, and we return to breakdown the always-exciting holiday-hoops events — who showed up and who slowed down. We also look ahead to the second half and talk the most interesting storylines, teams and players.
We take you across our coverage area to talk hoops, covering New Trier, Loyola and Highland Park boys and girls. What they all bring to the table and where may they stumble this season? Plus, Trevs gymnastics has a squad, Loyola wrestling is just getting going, and XC star Ben Crane can finally take a break
The Ramblers have done it again, winning an IHSA 8A football title for the third straight season to make more program history. We talk you through the championship game and season, as well as hear from the players and coaches who made it happen. Plus, in the final quarter, we discuss a flawed football postseason system that was magnified during a blowout-filled championship weekend.
It's that time again. Thanks to Loyola Academy, this championship preview podcast has become a regular occurrence. We review the Ramblers huge semifinal win over Lincoln-Way East and then dive deep into their title-game matchup with York. We toss in some basketball talk in Quarter 3, as well.
We break down how Loyola football turned a second-quarter deficit into a second-half rout in the Ramblers quarterfinal win against Maine South. And we spend plenty of time analyzing another Loyola-Lincoln-Way East playoff battle, coming up on Saturday. Plus, New Trier swimming had a day at the IHSA finals — how come it wasn't enough?
Loyola and Marist duked it out in a second-round 8A matchup, with the Ramblers living to fight another die. The New Trier volleyball team wasn't so lucky in a supersectional matchup with powerful Benet Academy. And the Trevians Ben Crane ran to history in his final cross-country race. We cover it all as well as state swimming and New Trier's chances this coming weekend.
Loyola football looks to be firing on all cylinders as the playoffs begin. We talk their Round 1 romp and break down a much more challenging Round 2 matchup with Marist. New Trier field hockey is back on top and we hear from coach Romano. How about cross-country, volleyball and swimming? We cover all those too.
It's playoff time for high school football, and Loyola Academy sent a message in its regular-season finale by routing fellow power Mount Carmel. How'd they pull that off? Highland Park's fun finish has us talking, and we lament what went wrong with New Trier this year. Plus, Trevians tennis history as the team and a doubles duo repeat as state champs.
Loyola Academy again ends its season with a premier game in the state when it visits Mount Carmel Friday. We take a look at the matchup and its implications. New Trier and Highland Park prep for their finales, hoping to go out on a high note. Plus, New Trier boys golf with a heartbreaking finish on its quest for a three-peat, but Liam Kelly's individual title softens the blow.
For the first time this season, Loyola, New Trier and Highland Park football win on the same weekend, giving us a VICTORY POD! We break them down and discuss who can keep the feel-goods going. We also hear from Giants coach Anthony Kopp after his team's first victory, talk flag football, state golf and more.
RB Drew MacPherson showed why his coach called him the team's Superman in Loyola's third straight victory; but the Giants and Trevians have not found theirs yet this year, as each picked up another loss on Friday. We also talk playoffs! Flag football, and boys and girls golf get us started.
Loyola Academy got back above .500 with probably its best all-around effort of the season, while New Trier and Highland Park cannot figure things out on the offensive end. We talk about it, as well as golf regional highlights, soccer seeds, flag football and more.
Believe it or not, the football (regular) season is just about halfway over. We look at the big picture and discuss what under-.500 teams New Trier and Highland Park will be playing for in the second half, and what Loyola's 2-2 record means and if the defense can get the Ramblers back to a title game. Plus, we hear from Trevians soccer about a busy and fruitful week on the pitch.
Loyola, New Trier and Highland Park all lose in Week 3 of the high school football season, leading us to ask plenty of questions. With all three teams under .500, what will it take for each to turn it around? We discuss. Plus, New Trier volleyball celebrated the only state champs in program history: the 1974 team, the first IHSA volleyball champs.
Following up on a defeat pod last week, we have a nearly unanimous victory pod for you! New Trier and Loyola responded with big wins in Week 2; though, Highland Park took an L against its rival. What is the Giants outlook now? Plus, New Trier girls flag put together a major bounceback win of its own and we hear from coach Colegrove.
New Trier, Highland Park and, yes, Loyola Academy all fall in their season openers. We break it do and look at how big of a deal it is for each team and how important a Week 2 turnaround is. We got predictions on this weekend's matchups, plus we talk volleyball, soccer and more.
High school sports are back and we kick things off with our annual Football Preview Show. Who if anyone can end Loyola's 24-game winning streak? What will take for New Trier to return to the playoffs? After major losses to graduation, who will step up for Highland Park? We answer all these questions and then some, and give you our Week 1 and season predictions. Kickoff is Friday, so listen up!
The Wilmette Waves, the de facto New Trier summer baseball team, concluded its final season, and we talk about why and their impact through the years. Plus, we celebrate the performances of our local Olympians, as well as our local Pop-A-Shot star. We also look ahead to non-football things we're looking forward to this fall.
Add one more championship to New Trier's name, as the rugby club earned the big trophy and we talk about how. Then we run down a trio of local Olympians and where they are on their journeys. We also give you a fun story from the world of Pop-A-Shot, and get too excited over summer football.
Our summer break is over! And just in time, as we get to celebrate a shot clock coming to high school hoops — a longtime wish of this pod. We also talk Olympic rowers from our community, the return of the Little Giants and summer football.
It's difficult to break down New Trier's state-championship soccer victory, but we do our best. Senior Josie Noble helps out in the second quarter. Plus, Loyola girls lacrosse is still on top and LA volleyball makes history. We also recall our favorite memories from a super special school year.
Whew! Strap in for this episode; we have LOTS to cover: New Trier soccer and Loyola volleyball are state-bound, Trevians doubles champions, boys track state medalists, NT baseball's tough ending, LA vs NT lacrosse battles and even more. You can't miss this one.
It is an insanely busy time on local fields, courts, diamonds and tracks. And the latter is where we start with big-time finishes at the IHSA girls track championships. Then, we recap a rivalry playoff soccer match, and New Trier senior Charlotte Dellin tells us more in the second quarter. We also talk (again) about New Trier baseball, which just can't lose.
New Trier boys water polo again makes the state finals on a quest for a third straight state title (episode was recorded prior to game on Thursday). We catch up with New Trier baseball, which has not lost in weeks; hear from New Trier softball coach Rose Wysocki; and preview girls state track and field.
New Trier girls soccer seems to have clicked, much to the dismay of the field at the Naperville Invite. We break down the Trevians' stingy winning streak. We also talk former Loyola star Julia Martinez and her success for Saint Louis University basketball. Plus, thoughts on baseball, water polo and more
Loyola and New Trier met at the net this week with the Ramblers coming back for the rivalry win. We break it down, and coach Lionel Ebeling tells us more. On the pitch, the Trevians handed the rival Kits their first loss in a huge win. We talk about what it means for New Trier. Plus, NT baseball has not lost in about a month! We talk it out.
The Trevians have thrived since returning from spring break, winning eight in a row, and we talk about their dominant pitching staff and deep lineup. Loyola volleyball has been hot all year; thought, it took its first loss to drop to 17-1. We talk about how far the Ramblers could take it. All that plus signing day, a girls lacrosse rivalry and more.
And we're back after a 2-week spring break, and we hit the ground running with New Trier baseball, which has enjoyed its return home to a new field and a three-game winning streak. Coach Napoleon tells us more. And we talk about Highland Park hooper Addie Budnik, who led the Richmond Spiders to a historic season and NCAA tourney appearance.
New Trier Green complete a dominant end-of-season run to capture its second straight state championship. We talk about the power squad and break down the title bout. Then, we flip the switch to spring and talk about early results plus some big — and realistic — hopes for some big teams.
New Trier hoops made the North Shore proud once again concluding a third straight 30-win season with a second straight third-place trophy. We break down the state run and appearance and coach Scott Fricke tells us more. We also recap a spectacular winter season and spring ahead to our hopes for the next season.
Loyola Academy's incredible season came to an incredible ending, as the 38-0 Ramblers became state champs with two wins at state. What a run, what a team, and we tell you all about it and hear from coach Jeremy Schoenecker. Then there's Regina Dominican, which also advanced to the state finals, and the New Trier boys who executed a spectacular sectional ending to help them make it as well.Strap in for this one!
The hardwood is hot, and we take you through the latest, including New Trier boys edging Loyola to stay alive, while the 36-0 Ramblers girls punched their state ticket on Monday night. Regina Dominican is on its way to state too. In the pool, we have a state champ diver in our midst while the Trevians race fast to second place at state and a Ramblers wrestler picks up another state medal.
We give the morning-after report of a captivating sectional girls hoops battle between Loyola and Maine South on Thursday. The Ramblers pulled through in the final few minutes to keep their unbeaten season going. And coach Jeremy Schoenecker tells us more in Q2.But we're not close to done. We recap state wrestling and gymnastics, each of which saw superstar efforts, and look ahead to boys hoops sectional rounds.
We try to figure out Central Suburban South hoops and walk through all the realistic possibilities in sectional play. We also talk sectional wrestling and cheer on those who earned state berths. State qualifier Tagg Miller joins in the second quarter to tell us about his sectional success.
The celebration was on after New Trier hall of fame coach Teri Rodgers recorded her 600th win. We talk about her special career and impact on the game, and her from coach Rodg in the second quarter. We also recap a big night for Trevians gymnasts and a tough week for boys hoops.
Highland Park boys basketball welcomed a special guest to a recent game, honoring the veteran in a pregame ceremony. We talk about the details of the special night. And we go up and down court with check-ins for boys and girls hoops as the regular season sets for a fantastic finish.
Three buzzer-beaters! Two work in Loyola's favor in rivalry matchups with Evanston. The other does in New Trier boys against a tough Barrington squad. What does it mean for each? We also catch up with New Trier gymnasts who are putting up strong scores in hopes of qualifying for state in a couple weeks.
New Trier boys basketball again showed off its long-range shooting in a fun win over Chicago power Kenwood and coach Scott Fricke talks about how they make it happen, and on the girls side, Loyola's good times keep rolling, with more big wins to remain unbeaten.
Loyola Academy made its eighth win a row a big one by besting Glenbrook North. We talk about what that means for the Ramblers — and for New Trier, which fell to GBN a day earlier. Then we turn to the girls game, which was in the spotlight last week thanks to the powerful Grow the Game Showcase. We recap and hear about it from Trevians senior Sela Klein.
Winter break was busy for our local hoopers, and we take you through all the action, including New Trier's three-point assault on in Pontiac and Loyola girls and boys collecting titles. Plus, Trevians girls did some damage of their own, and how about a Panthers title? We wrap up this episode by giving you our top three stories of 2023.
New Trier's and Loyola's top boys teams heated up the ice recently, taking their rivalry into a shootout. We talk about NT Green's big victory and hear from coach Adam Charis. We also look at New Trier boys basketball's successful trip to Arizona, where they collected a championship. Plus, more hoops and a holiday hoops preview, some football district talk and more.
Loyola girls basketball pockets a couple more big wins as it gets out to an 8-0 start to the season. We talk their dominance and where they go from here. Plus, highlights from the rest of the week in hoops, including New Trier boys and girls and Regina Dominican. We also take some time to celebrate some special player stats from the football season.
The Ramblers are your back-to-back state champions for the first time in program history and only second time in Class 8A history. That deserves a worthy celebration podcast-style. We talk how they pulled it off and recap the special season.And then, we must move forward. It's basketball season and we take a look at the local hardwood.
Loyola Academy football is trying to win back-to-back state championships for the first time in program history, and Lincoln-Way East is out for revenge — times 3.We talk you through the players, the story lines, the key matchups and more in preparation for Saturday night's showdown.
It's been blowout after blowout so far this postseason for Loyola football, and we talk about if York can put up a fight or if the Ramblers are destined for state. We also recap the state swim/dive championships, where a Loyola diver brought home a state title and the Trevians put together a trophy-winning performance.
The Champs Are Here! Winnetka soccer is legit — add two state championships as evidence. Both New Trier and North Shore Country Day earned state titles over the weekend and we recap and celebrate how they did it and give you a exclusive interview with NT coach Matt Ravenscraft. And there's plenty more. Cross-country state finishes, HP football's special season concludes, Loyola football rolls on and prepares for St. Ignatius.
Highland Park's big season continued in the postseason as the team's fifth straight win was also a long time coming. We talk about their special season and hear from coach Anthony Kopp. Plus, Loyola takes care of its first-round opponent, and we run down some soccer, volleyball, cross-country and more.
As you probably already heard, Loyola-Mount Carmel was legit! Another CCL classic with the Ramblers holding on to complete their perfect regular season and nab the league title. We go through what we saw from the sidelines. Plus — so much more — Trevs football ends strong, NT tennis is a champion, NCSD soccer wins sectional and on and on!
We high-five (pun intended) the Highland Park Giants for getting a crucial and elusive fifth win and essentially punching their postseason ticket. Coach Anthony Kopp (2nd quarter) tells us how it feels. We also recap sectional tennis and playoff soccer before spending plenty of time on the upcoming game of the season: 8-0 Loyola vs. 8-0 Mount Carmel. What and who to look out for and our predictions in the fourth quarter.
It's a Victory Pod with New Trier, Highland Park and Loyola all picking up W's in Week 7. The 4-3 Giants secured the biggest win in comeback fashion, but New Trier got a much-needed victory and Loyola got a strange blowout victory. We talk all about those games, plus preview Week 8 and chat about the increase in girls flag football in our area and statewide.
Another tough ending for the Trevians has major season consequences and we talk about how it happened and how the Trevians got to 1-5. We also talk about Michal's reporting on the Maine South out-of-district scandal and how the district still isn't answering a lot of questions. We also talk state golf and preview Week 7 and where our three teams stand.
Our three local teams played three very different football games over the weekend, and we dive in, from the Giants' gutsy call to the Ramblers' shutout to the Trevians' bummer night. We also talk golf and the New Trier boys squad's impressive performance at the regional that coach Pete Drevline tells us all about.
Facing an uphill battle, New Trier football nearly pulled off the upset at unbeaten Barrington. But it was not meant to be. We break it down and coach Brian Doll tells us about his team's efforts. Loyola on the other hand made another statement in the CCL, while Highland Park fell apart in the second half.
It was a wild Friday night for our local football teams. With Joe at the helm, we break down a sure New Trier victory that flipped the other way, and a Highland Park contest that saw nearly 80 points scored. And we look at Loyola, which went about its business thanks to a big second half. That and more in this week's episode
It's a one-man show this week. With Michal Dwojak out of town, Joe Coughlin takes the reins to talk a big Trevians response, a Ramblers road victory and a Giants comeback that fell just short. Listen to HP coach Anthony Kopp tell us more about it, and Joe previews Week 3 and gives his predictions.
And we are off. Football season is underway and an eventful Week 1 it was. All of our teams went on the road to start their seasons. Loyola and Highland Park came home with resounding victories, while New Trier suffered a tough loss in its game and maybe of a couple starters. We recap it all and give you our insight and predictions for an important Week 2.
Away we go in the 2023 high school football season. New Trier, Loyola and Highland Park open their campaigns this weekend, and we have all the names, numbers and insights to get you ready. Will New Trier get back to the postseason? Can the Ramblers defend their state title? Can the Giants finally get a fifth win? We talk it all out and give predictions on the Week 1 contests. In the middle of it all, we take a break to hear from New Trier volleyball standout Ana Vetter on her team's victory to christen the Trevians new gym.
We discuss the news out of Loyola Academy football, which has given a volunteer position to recently fired NU coach Pat Fitzgerald. We talk details and how The Record broke the story. Then, we move onto New Trier, which has opened its mega athletics facility. We take a look inside.
We celebrate the Wilmette Waves spectacular summer play, which ended with a tournament championship and may have been the best Waves season ever. Coach Mike Napoleon tells us about it. Then, we switch to football. With about one month until kickoff, we take a look at the other teams on the schedule in a conference breakdown.
We discuss The Record's latest, including local twins meeting in the DIII golf championships and local football summer work. Then, we pivot to Northwestern Athletics, discussing the impact and fallout of the hazing scandal with the football program.
We give New Trier Rowing its due after an incredible spring season that included nationwide success. Then, we start with summer sports talk that evolves into a way too early look at football, basketball and baseball seasons next school year. Make sure to star this one so you can point out our missed predictions later.
We had to wait for Joe's return to talk Trevians baseball's run to a state trophy. New Trier brought home bronze from the state finals, and we break down the remarkable season and finish, and also hear from Coach Naps and senior Brenden Stressler. Then, we have some fun recapping the sports year, the best teams, the top moments and more.
We are ending the school year with a bang! We start by recapping Loyola Academy getting back on top of girls lacrosse in Illinois, and then we dive into New Trier baseball's ongoing playoff run. With three wins in the past week, New Trier is off to the state finals in Joliet. How did they do it and how can they bring home a title? We talk it out, and hear from relief pitcher and senior Trevor Byrnes.
It's the busiest week in high school sports and we run it all back. To start: New Trier soccer's resurgent season came to a tough end this week, when its supersectional match came own to penalty kicks and finished in their opponent's favor. Coach Jim Burnside tells us about his team's 23-win campaign.We also hit on the end for local volleyball and lacrosse teams, though Loyola girls are still at it. We recap a strong state performance from Trevians tennis and look ahead to Trevians baseball's sectional matchups.
Trevians water polo did it again, pulling off a surprising 10-6 victory over top-ranked Stevenson to bring home their second straight state title. We break down how they did it, and hear from coach David Rafferty-Flatter. Then, we turn to soccer where Loyola and New Trier turned in another classic playoff battle. Plus, postseason talk about track, tennis, volleyball, baseball and more
While both teams have bigger goals, New Trier and Loyola met for a late-season rivalry tilt, and we talk about the Ramblers feel-good victory. Highland Park baseball also got a big win thanks to a big arm.Then, we take a look ahead to the big water polo weekend for New Trier with both boys and girls at state.
New Trier is sending a bus full of track/field stars to state after a big day at the sectional meet, which included some special performances in the field. On the diamond, Trevians softball got a big win over rival Evanston and coach Rose Wysocki tells us about it in the second quarter. We also chat sectional water polo, playoff soccer and much more.
Meet the new wins king in Illinois high school baseball: New Trier's Mike Napoleon. In his 39th season (27th at New Trier), coach Naps picked up his record-breaking 951st win last week. We talk about the record and how he made it happen and then hear from Napoleon himself in the second quarter. It's also a busy time of year so we make to catch you up on everything from soccer and volleyball to water polo and lacrosse.
New Trier baseball played under the big lights this week, hosting and beating Montini Catholic at the home of the Chicago White Sox. We talk about the special experience and hear from Trevs senior Charlie Hahn. Then we talk a bunch of soccer and lacrosse, as the seasons are heating up.
New Trier volleyball is working out early kinks and we discuss recent loss to potent Glenbrook North. Senior Tristan Macpherson joins in the second quarter to tell us more. Loyola on the other hand is off to a hot start. We also catch up with baseball, softball and soccer in this week's episode.
New Trier baseball plays long ball in a recent win — one of many so far in the early-going. We talk about what's working for the Trevs and if they can keep it going. Then, we hear it from coach Mike Napoleon in the second quarter.We make sure to touch on soccer and volleyball too after a warm week in spring sports.
It's a good day to talk spring sports. After a week off, we are back to discuss New Trier baseball's 5-1 start a year after its 1-7 start. We also answer important questions way too early, like "Is Trevs' soccer a state contender?"Plus, we hit the field with Loyola softball and lament our lack of volleyball coverage thus far.
New Trier Green hockey is back on top, and we look into the 2-0 victory at the United Center over the weekend. We also hear from senior forward Landon Douthit on what the win means for the program. We also spend plenty of time breaking down the hire of Loyola football's new leader, Beau Desherow.
While it wasn't the ideal outcome, it was close enough for New Trier boys basketball, and we talk about their third-place finish — the program's best in half a century. Coach Scott Fricke tells us how they did it up through the final game and what comes next.And just like that, it's springtime, and we pivot to a number of sports already underway.
Four teams remain. And New Trier is one of them. With a victory on Monday, the Trevians advanced to the state finals. We break down the sectional and supersectional victories, hear from coach Scott Fricke and dive into the final four teams in Class 4A. We also keep you updated on the boys and girls state hockey tournaments.
What. A. Finish for New Trier boys basketball in the sectional semis. We dissect the game and the final play in the Trevians' walk-off win and later talk about their chances for a state appearance. Plenty more to talk about too, including state champions in the pool and on the mat, season finales for Loyola boys and girls, and some hockey.
A Rambler went down to Champaign and came home a state champ. We talk about Massey Odiotti making history for a Loyola Academy program on the rise. We catch up on girls hoops, including a dramatic sectional win for the Ramblers behind junior Paige Engels' 28 points. Paige joins us to tell us about it. We also preview state swimming and boys hoops playoffs.
New Trier boys hoops took care of business with the league title on the line. We talk about the Trevs' hot streak and their postseason ceiling. Plus, Loyola wrestling sets another program record. Can Ramblers make noise at state? And don't miss our second-quarter interview with a local basketball star who has made 2 miraculous shots this season
Big weekend coming up in local high school sports. Both New Trier and Loyola boys will fight for conference championships on Friday night. We dive deep into both matchups. On the mats, wrestlers (boys and girls) square off Saturday with a state berth on the line. We also hear from Trevs gymnastics coach Jen Pistorius after her team's sectional appearance.
Senior Jake Fiegen now has more than 1,000 points as a Trevian. We talk about how he got there and hear from Jake in the second quarter. Plus, New Trier roasts Glenbrook S to retake the league lead, and Loyola edges DePaul Prep to keep pace in the Catholic League. We also talk gymnastics, dance and wrestling as the postseason nears.
Loyola Academy stole a top-10 victory while on the road at Brother Rice. While the Ramblers' win streak ended shortly thereafter, we discuss what the big mean wins as the postseason nears. The Trevians on the other hand drop their first CSL South game and are now in a three-way tie atop the division. We also praise New Trier dancers for a program first and hear from their coach in the second quarter.
The newest member of the 300-win club is New Trier basketball coach Scott Fricke, who was honored following No. 300 Friday. Fricke joins us to talk about the milestone. Before that, we recap a big win for Loyola boys basketball and a big turnaround for Highland Park girls, as well as congratulate New Trier bowlers on a regional title.
New Trier girls are on the rise, despite a couple tough losses in Grow the Game. We talk about how big of a threat they are once the postseason gets here, and we hear from coach Teri Rodgers about the team's progress as well as the importance of Grow the Game. We also hit boys hoops, bowling and swimming in this episode.
For our first episode of 2023, we go up and down the court with holiday basketball action and hear from New Trier senior Jake Fiegen — the top scorer at the prestigious Pontiac Holiday Tournament. Then, we take time to remember our favorite stories of 2022.
Local wrestlers took on tough competition, and we recap big finishes by Loyola and Highland Park grapplers. New Trier gymnasts are making progress, such as sophomore Clara Crossgrove who tells us about her 9.55 floor routine in the second quarter. And we don't forget hoops. We give updates on our teams and focus on New Trier's hot streak and coach Teri Rodgers' most recent honor.
We break down one of the best shooting performances Illinois has ever seen — for real! Joe breaks down what he saw as New Trier's Ian Brown sank 12 of 14 three-point attempts in a raucous Trevians win against Rolling Meadows. In the second quarter, Brown tells us about his night in the zone. We also discuss another chapter of New Trier-Loyola hockey and more.
Coach John Holecek is walking away from Loyola Academy football after lifting it up to the Illinois high school mountaintop. We discuss Holecek's legacy, accomplishments and what may be next. We then let coach do the talking, giving us his thoughts on the change, the state of Ramblers football, keys to success, his proudest achievements and much more.
They did it — just like they said they would. The Loyola Academy Ramblers are state champions. We start by talking through how they pulled off the 13-3 title win over Lincoln-Way East, then discuss the season that was, some of the top moments and players. We hear from some of the players and answer the big questions, like was this the best Loyola championship team.
Loyola left no doubt in a semifinal victory over previously unbeaten York. We start there, recapping the 30-3 romp in Elmhurst, before turning our sights to the state title matchup with top-seeded Lincoln-Way East. We hear from both coaches and give our keys to victory. Don't miss this one.
Using an early scoring blitz, Loyola tamed the Lions and is moving on to another state semifinals. The unbeaten Dukes are waiting in Elmhurst. We discuss how the Ramblers can knock off York and advance to the state championship. Plus, we break down the Trevians' second straight swimming state title in the pool and hear from coach Mac Guy.
Two down, three to go in Loyola Academy's quest for a football state championship. We recap the Ramblers ground assault in a Round 2 victory and look forward to a matchup with 9-2 Lyons in Round 3. We also talk cross-country and swimming postseason finales and hear from New Trier volleyball coach Hannah Hsieh about her young group's season.
It is onto Round 2 for Loyola Academy, but the Ramblers are moving on without one of their top playmakers. We talk about how LA adjusts to the loss of RB Will Nimesheim and a long road trip. And we give plenty of attention to the field hockey state champs for New Trier. Senior Honor Roberts helps us tell the story of the dominant Trevians. Plus, soccer, volleyball and cross-country sectionals, oh my!
The football was good this past weekend in the North Shore. Loyola and Mt. Carmel put on a show in a fight for the best team in Illinois, while New Trier and Maine South took their rivalry battle to overtime with a playoff spot on the line. We break it all down, plus hear from Ramblers QB Jake Stearney and tip our cap to second-place Trevians tennis
We've been asking for it all season, and it is finally here: Loyola vs. Mt. Carmel. No. 1 vs. No. 2. 8-0 vs. 8-0 with pride, glory and the Catholic League Blue on the line. In the 4th quarter, we give you the goods on the matchup, as well as if New Trier and Highland Park can save their seasons. Before that, we recap Week 8, hear from Giants coach Kopp and run thru results from plenty other fall sports.
The inexperience of the Trevians was laid bare by the visiting Titans. Mike and Joe break down the closer-than-it-appears loss and NT's fading playoff chances. Highland Park, though, gets another win and is close to qualifying. Loyola gets a scare, but pushes through at Providence. Plus, we tee up a state champ: Trevs golf coach Pete Drevline joins us to talk about the team's state title.
Both the Ramblers and Trevians faced road tests and road deficits. We talk about their comeback wins and what it means going into the home stretch. NT QB Patrick Heneghan tells us about it, as well. Highland Park got in its own way in a rivalry showdown in Deerfield. Can they rebound for a state push? And the state golf tournaments will feature plenty of local standouts. Will one or more bring home hardware?
We go around the horn in victory formation! New Trier, Highland Park and Loyola all picked up weekend victories, and we give you the highlights. Then, we look ahead to see if they keep it going. Spoiler: We think so! Plus, we hear from Trevs junior Jackson McCarey and run through our other fall favorites in Way/No Way.
Finally. New Trier puts a tally in the win column. We look at how they did it and if more are coming. Loyola Loyola'd once again with a trouncing of Brother Rice in its opening battle. But does their defense need fine tuning? We talk about it and hear from Ramblers WR Declan Forde. We also run through LA boys golf's big performance, Trevians soccer keeping it going and much more.
The Ramblers did it again, winning by 3+ scores to remain unbeaten. We discuss who can stop them and where Jake Stearney ranks among recent LA quarterbacks. It's a different set of questions for New Trier, which is winless but has a big opportunity this week. And what can the Giants do against powerful Hersey? All of that, plus, we hear from Ramblers volleyball coach Mallory Thelander after her team's big crosstown win over New Trier
The Ramblers and Giants are off to hot starts on the gridiron, but the Trevians have yet to figure it out. We look into New Trier's issues and when and if they can turn things around — also hearing from coach Brian Doll on the subject. We also take a peek at other fall action in the third quarter and predict Week 3 in the fourth.
We break down opening day for our local teams: Loyola Academy, New Trier and Highland Park. We focus on the Ramblers putting on a show on ESPN's High School Kickoff and also dive into the Trevians woes and what they can do to get on track. The Giants are aiming to move to 2-0, but can they keep it up? Plus, our early thoughts on soccer, golf and volleyball results.
And away we go with another year of football on the North Shore. We give you everything you need to be ready for kickoff, as we dig deep into our local teams: New Trier, Loyola and Highland Park. We break it all down and give you our predictions on Week 1 matchups and season records. Ready, set, let's goooo!
We celebrate big-time summer performances from local wrestling and swimming stars in national competitions, and catch up with and hear from Maggie Lyon, New Trier grad and Northwestern asst. basketball coach. In the final period, we talk the new girls flag football league in town and tease next week's football preview show.
Current and former New Trier basketball standouts took their talents overseas and are returning with gold medals from the Maccabiah Games. We talk about the games and recap locals' performances. We also chat about a soccer team's unprecedented summer and the Wilmette Waves coming up short in the summer league title game.
New Trier lacrosse and hockey are two of the most successful programs related to the high school. And both will have new coaches next season. We talk about the news and why the programs have moved on. Then, we tackle football for the first time in 2022, as New Trier and Loyola work through summer camps and competition. We take early looks at the teams' schedules and rosters.
Local teams bring home two state championships from the state finals in Hinsdale Central, and we spend time celebrating New Trier girls and Loyola boys teams. Then, we hear from Trevians coach Pete Collins before a season-ending Way/No Way and recapping some of our favorite moments of the spring.
We have some big-time performances to tell you about in this episode, starting with boys volleyball's comeback win to earn a state berth. And how about Loyola pitcher Mackenzie Barry's playoff dominance? We also recap Trevians tennis's state trophy, New Trier baseball's early ouster and much more in this jam-packed episode.
We celebrate New Trier boys water polo for bringing home the first state title in program history and air our interview with coach David Rafftery-Flatter. We give plenty of kudos to the girls team and local track stars, like Maeve Kelly, for their state performances. Then, we sprint through the rest of the action and give you our thoughts on the most prolific two weeks in the HS sports season.
They say you can throw records out the window in rivalry matches, and that held true when New Trier met Evanston in a postseason girls water polo clash. On the boys side, the Trevs continued their dominant campaign with a sectional title. We also recap big-time finishes from local track and field athletes and hear from New Trier baseball player Henry Wolfe on the lead-up to the postseason.
Loyola baseball runs into the teeth of its conference schedule and looks to regroup, while on the water New Trier dominates the bass fishing sectional. We recap the day and hear from coach Steve Gagliano. We finish by reviewing seeds in soccer and baseball in advance of postseason play.
Eleven games into the season, New Trier boys lacrosse is back at full strength following a hazing investigation in March. Coach Herrala, however, is still not with the team. We report the latest. The rest of the spring sports are headed for the postseason already and we check in across the board and welcome Trevians girls lacrosse coach Pete Collins.
New Trier Powerlifting is a school sport now and celebrated by winning a national championship — and not its first. We then hear from New Trier QB Nevan Cremascoli, the recipient of the prestigious Scholar-Athlete Award. Then, we go around the horn checking in on spring sports, focusing on New Trier and Loyola soccer in the potent Naperville Invite.
Despite the chill (and rain) in the air, we find our way to the track to catch up the Trevians and Ramblers to see what they are putting out there this season. Loyola girls coach ChrisJon Simon joins us in the second quarter. Then we hit all the spring action, with a focus on baseball and softball to wrap up the show.
In the latest update on the New Trier lacrosse hazing investigation, the team began its season without its 13-year head coach and a number of players not in uniform. In the second quarter, we hear from New Trier softball coach Rose Wysocki and then go around the horn with spring sports, spending plenty of time on interesting starts for both our local baseball teams.
Not long after we recorded our previous episode, New Trier High School responded to a hazing incident involving its lacrosse team. We review the response and provide updates on the story. After that, we serve up some volleyball talk, breaking down early action from New Trier and Loyola Academy. We also hear from Trevs coach Sue Ellen Haak.
We discuss The Record's story on a violent digital video that reportedly shows New Trier High School lacrosse players beating one of their own. We talk about how we gathered the information, what's next for the story and the silence from school officials. Later in the episode, we hear from Michigan football recruit Brooks Bahr and take a look at the start of the spring season, from track to volleyball to soccer.
It may not feel like it, but it's spring from where we stand. And that means we're talking baseball and what we've seen so far, as Loyola gets off to a fun start and New Trier runs into tough luck. New Rambles coach Josh Howard joins us in the second quarter, we play Way/No Way and then squeeze some football talk in because we can — and because we got a kid gong to Michigan.
New Trier girls hockey could not keep up with the Romans in the state title game. We talk about why and how before hearing from star winger Callista Chong. Then, we shift to a new sports season: spring! Baseball, softball, soccer and a bunch more get things rolling in March. We look at the top storylines and if any of our squads have a chance at state.
And just like that ... it's over. But what a year it was for New Trier boys basketball. We begin by diving deep into the sectional championship loss to GBS: where it went awry, who stood out, etc. Coach Scott Fricke lends his thoughts on the special season as well. Then, we wrap up the winter season by talking other state-title-level teams: New Trier and Loyola hockey.
We must talk hoops! But be patient, first, we dive into a remarkable finish at the state swimming championships and Loyola's historic wrestler. We also hear from Trevian Noah Shannon in the second quarter. We play Way/No Way in the third, and then in the final quarter, we eulogize Loyola Academy girls extraordinary basketball season, which ended Monday night, and then get into New Trier's throttling of Rolling Meadows and preview the big-big-big Trevians-Titans sectional-title bout on Friday night.
What a weekend in Champaign for local wrestlers, especially New Trier's Jack Cummings and Loyola's Massey Odiotti. We break down their historic performances and hear from Jack in the second quarter. In the second half, we chat swimming postseason before bouncing into hoops and what to expect from big matchups over the next week.
It all comes down to this. Winter sports are culminating, and we're here for it. We start by talking girls ball, as the playoffs are underway. We pivot to boys hoops to review the seeds and matchups that start next week. Then, we hear from Loyola wrestler and sectional champ Massey Odiotti and we run back the wrestling sectional and dive into the state brackets for our qualifiers.
On a big stage, New Trier hoops dropped a tough one to rival Evanston — just the Trevs' third loss of the season. A couple days later, though, the Trevs dismantled the 'Kits. We talk about how they did it and what it means headed to the postseason. Plus, coach Scott Fricke gives us insight on his team's bounceback win. And what a regional for local wrestlers, especially Loyola, which brings home four titles.
New Trier earned its biggest victory of the season with a road triumph against Glenbrook South, avenging a December loss to the Titans. We talk how they did it and why it wasn't a fluke. Then, we hear from Trevs senior Jackson Munro about his first win in the Titan Dome. We also get to plenty of other action and postseason chatter in the second half.
In the most-anticipated local hoops battle of the year (so far), New Trier travels to Glenbrook South for a rematch with the Titans, who lit up the Trevs at home a few weeks back. We talk keys to victory and what to expect when they meet again. But first! We recap top local performers from wrestling league championships and talk gymnastics and swimming, and hear from Trevs hoops coach Scott Fricke.
It's about that time: playoff time! As local teams begin to wrap up regular seasons, we talk about a special finish for New Trier wrestling and what to expect moving forward. Then, back over to the hardwood. We hear from Trevian point guard Peter Kanellos and then rap about New Trier's and Loyola's tough upcoming stretches, weigh in on if Trevian girls are cursed, and discuss Loyola girls sectional chances.
As COVID continues to disrupt competition, local wrestlers and gymnasts are trying to get healthy before the postseason. We hear from Trevian gymnastics coach Jen Pistorius on her team's path and state goals. Then, we get to hoops and how Loyola boys and girls keep picking up close W's, while New Trier girls keep ending up on the wrong side of close games.
In one of the most compelling hoops clashes of the year, New Trier and Simeon battled until the final whistle with the Trevs falling in overtime. We recap the drama and hear from coach Scott Fricke. In the second half, we switch gears and talk gymnastics, swimming and finish with wrestling and how things are looking on the mats.
First, we go around the perimeter with holiday basketball tourneys, giving updates and analysis on what we've seen so far, including hearing coach Tom Livatino talk about his Ramblers fourth-place finish. Then, we take a look back at 2021. Difficult, confusing and yes, uplifting, the year brought plenty of moments to remember.
After 93 years of service to local athletics, New Trier's Gates Gymnasium hosted its final competitions on Dec. 16, welcoming back dozens of alumni for the celebratory affair. We talk about the evening and our favorite Gates' memories. We also hear from Lisa Byington, the voice of the Milwaukee Bucks and the guest of honor at the Grow the Game shootout to inspire and empower women in basketball.
The heavyweight hardwood bout between New Trier and Glenbrook South did not exactly live up to the hype, as a red-hot Titans team was too much for the shorthanded Trevians. Mike and Joe talk about how NT can rebound and hear from asst. coach Dave Brenner. To finish things off, it's back to football, as four local guys inked their college choices.
We check in on another major winter sport, wrestling, and detail recent triumphs for both Loyola Academy and New Trier, we hear from Trevs hoops coach Teri Rodgers on the upcoming demo of Gates Gym and then we spend plenty of time (and excitement)previewing the top-five clash between New Trier vs. Glenbrook South basketball on Thursday, Dec. 9.
Opening week on the hardwood was a blast and we recap the local Thanksgiving tournaments, including on the boys side where New Trier impressed. Trevs coach Scott Fricke joins in to talk about it. And we just can't get away from football. We chat about championship weekend and give our final rankings. Where would we put the Ramblers?
Loyola got more than it could handle in the red-hot Porters from Lockport, which brought its balanced attack to Wilmette. We talk glowingly about the Ramblers and their 18-1 record in 2021. Then, we switch our focus to the hardwood, where New Trier and Loyola have taken the floor. We tell you what to expect.
What was that? Loyola and Lincoln-Way East duked it out for 48 minutes on Hoerster Field with the Ramblers clinging to a 3-0 victory. Another south-suburban stud comes to town in Lockport. We talk about how Loyola can handle the Porters. Plus, we break down a historic NTHS swimming championship and hear from coach Mac Guy on the championship weekend.
We didn't see that coming. Mike's and Joe's predictions were way off for Round 2, as Loyola dominated host Naperville Central in postseason play. We regroup and tell you what to expect with the Lincoln-Way East Griffins coming to town.
Loyola was on the good side of a blowout, while New Trier was on the bad in the first round of the state football tournament. We look at how it all happened and preview a serious second round match for the Ramblers, who will go on the road to battle Naperville Central. We also hear from New Trier volleyball coach Hannah Hsieh and recap a state title victory for Trevian field hockey
New Trier nearly clawed all the way back from a 28-point deficit Friday, while Loyola squeaked out a win on the road to finish 9-0. We break down how it all happened before diving opinions-first into the playoff brackets — begging for a system that doesn't allow for a rerun in the first round, among other things.
We touch on efficient wins for New Trier and Loyola football, but focus the major matchups in Week 9. Can the Trevs pull off a shocker, and will Loyola clinch the postseason's top seed? That and much more at play in the final week. Plus, New Trier field hockey is the No. 3 seed in the playoff tournament. They aren't playing like it.
A valiant comeback effort for New Trier came up short Friday night. What happened and we preview a must-win this week. Loyola outmatched visiting Providence and will probably do the same this week. We also chat about near-misses at the state golf tournament.
New Trier needed a victory like this: a 63-7 rout of visiting Glenbrook North on homecoming night. What's that mean for a marquee matchup vs. GBS? As for Loyola, its special teams unit pulled off some trickery to ensure a 12th straight win. And we look at this week's state golf tournaments and all the North Shore talent that will be there.
We break down another interesting Friday night for our local football teams, as Loyola Academy squeaks by Fenwick with a walkoff field goal, while New Trier gets bowled over by Evanston -- the first time the 'Kits have beaten the Trevs in a decade. We also hear from James Kyle, a promising football recruit who may have a shot to return to the field, and we talk tennis.
It was quite a Friday night on the gridiron as both Loyola and New Trier played to the final buzzer. Amid the thrill of victory, though, the Ramblers felt some agony as superstar RB Marco Maldonado suffered an injury. We break down what Loyola will look like going forward and what the Trevians need to do to compete in conference. Joe also recaps a tribute to swimmer Samantha Cerrone, who died in the spring and was memorialized by her teammates last week.
What was supposed to be a tight CCL battle turned into a Loyola rout. What impressed us most and can Brother Rice give the Ramblers a better game on the road? New Trier can't hold back Barrington for its first loss. Will the Trevs rebound at Conant? And what about volleyball? Loyola and New Trier put on a show with a special finish.
Loyola and New Trier were not very nice to their football visitors over the weekend. Michal and Joe discuss just how good these 2-0 teams are as they approach their biggest tests so far in Week 3. And we don't forget about Loyola Academy volleyball and its 13-0 start to the season.
The latest local report on the West Nile virus show a "high" risk of infections for humans — the highest it's been in years. We also go through a couple local festivals before discussing the exponential growth of pickleball in the area and what local officials are doing about it.
The Trevians and Ramblers did work on opening weekend of high school football, both running away with victories. We break down what we saw, what we still need to see and what's ahead for the 1-0 teams. We also recap a thrilling soccer match between the local rivals, who happen to be among the state's best.
Wilmette recognized its first affordable-housing project with a ribbon cutting ceremony, and we tell the story of a unique local hot sauce.
Michal and Joe dive deep into the lineups of New Trier and Loyola football teams and analyze what you can expect on the field. Who is back, who's new, who and what to watch and so much more. They end things with predictions on the season and on Week 1. Let's Goooooo.
In this week's top headlines, a bus that was recently purchased to transport senior citizens to church is stolen from a church parking lot and Glencoe officials announce COVID restrictions to its big concert featuring OAR. Plus, the story of Paws for Patrick and how it helps those enduring mental illness.
The high school sports season is back in the swing of things thanks to area golfers. New Trier girls are focused, while the boys are deep. What are their chances? We also talk college football guys, like Illini transfer Jack Badovinac and other locals to watch this fall.
Joe and Marty break down New Trier High School's COVID-19 mitigation plan for the 2021-22 school year to open the show. In our down the shore segment, we talk over some potential big changes at a notable park in Kenilworth and delve into who's behind all those "Keep Gillson Green" lawn signs in Wilmette. We close out the show with a recap of a special afternoon on the golf course — all in the name of support for The Record.
Michal, Joe and Marty detail how local mitigation measures, including new required testing protocols at New Trier for unvaccinated individuals, might alter the fall sports season. Joe breaks down the rule infraction that cost Maggie Shea a shot at Olympic glory — and we read a statement from the Wilmette native on her time in Tokyo. We close out the show with a special second half where we discuss just a few of the many athletes we're looking forward to covering this fall season.
Local schools are beginning to confirm their plans for COVID-19 mitigation measures to start the 2021-22 school year following a mandate from Illinois’ top lawmaker. Joe and Marty discuss how the governor's mask mandate will alter school district's plans for the upcoming year. We detail a fun local story out of Winnetka, where a small road through New Trier's campus has a long history — but not an accurate one. Our featured feature segment highlights The Record's inaugural Youth in Journalism workshop that concluded last week.
Michal, Joe and Marty break down the latest announcement from Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker stating that masks are required for indoor sports — regardless of vaccination status. We end the first period by updating listeners on the tough end to Maggie Shea's Olympic debut. Andy Parry, head coach of the national-championship-winning FC United joins the show in the second quarter to break down the club's historic run. The show concludes with a preview of the upcoming fall sports season.
Joe and Marty break down the latest local COVID-19 data, which is trending in the wrong direction due to the Delta variant of the virus. Our weekly down the shore segment is Wilmette-heavy, as we cover a new downtown eatery slated to open this fall and the village board's budding support for allowing cannabis sales. Our featured feature segment highlights something local officials have never seen before.
The Wilmette Waves' hopes for an Illinois Summer Baseball League title came crashing down at the hands of Evanston — but the local team still had quite the impressive summer. The guys discuss New Trier junior Jake Fiegen, who delivered the game of a lifetime last week, dropping 51 points for his summer team. We close out the show by highlighting a new youth lacrosse program from Trevs coach Tom Herrala.
Michal, Joe and Marty find a cure for high school sports fans' summertime sadness with some local baseball talk. The hosts also discuss New Trier alumna Maggie Shea and her chances for Olympic glory next month. New Trier lineman Luc Elias joins the show in the second quarter. We close things out with some hoops talk and make our predictions for the CSL South.
Editorial Intern Alayne Trinko returns for another episode as the trio of hosts break down plans for a new restaurant coming to downtown Glencoe. Alayne, Marty and Joe also discuss the resignation of the longtime Writers Theatre director Michael Halberstam, another conundrum on the Wilmette Park Board and a local's chance at Olympic glory.
The high school football season is right around the corner and Michal, Joe and Marty go all out with an extensive preseason preview after the Trevians and Ramblers squared off in 7-on-7 action. We preview both team's rosters, review their schedules and make our way-too-early predictions for the 2021 fall season. New Trier head coach Brian Doll and Loyola Academy head coach John Holecek join the show in the second quarter.
Hosts Joe and Marty are joined by editorial intern Alayne Trinko, who makes her debut on North Shore News Week. The trio discusses the recent departure of four top leaders at the Wilmette Theatre. In this week's Down the Shore segment, the team covers upcoming changes at the Winnetka Metra station, zoning disputes in Glencoe, budget discussions in Wilmette and more.
Joe and Marty pay tribute to the late Dr. Alan Goldberg, who served New Trier Township for decades. The hosts also recap Fourth of July festivities around the township, talk over a new summer treat in Glencoe and update listeners on the latest local news.
Editor-in-chief Joe Coughlin makes his return to The Varsity as he joins Michal and Marty for some summer baseball talk. The trio also discusses upcoming renovations at Loyola Academy's Munz campus in Glenview. New Trier runner Nick Falk joins the show in the second quarter. We close out the episode on a similar path, recapping a special performance in a national event by a rising Rambler senior.
At the halfway point of 2021, hosts Michal Dwojak and Marty Carlino recap their favorite local high school sports moments of the year. In the second quarter, New Trier boys lacrosse player Jesse Shapiro joins the show. We play way/no way with some way-too-early speculation in the third quarter. We close out the show with a quick Gates Gymnasium update and some hoops talk.
Managing Editor Megan Bernard's return was so nice we did it twice. Megan joins the podcast once again alongside Marty to talk over a "complicated" issue in downtown Glencoe. Marty and Meg make their way through other North Shore news including an 11-year-old Winnetka resident 'bee'ing the change she wants to see and a former Village President hoping to promote unity through a new book.
Hosts Michal Dwojak and Marty Carlino recap a monumental weekend for Loyola Academy athletics as both the boys and girls lacrosse teams won the state championship. We also detail some noteworthy individual performances at the boys track and field state final. In the fourth quarter, we discuss a local legend's comeback attempt.
Managing Editor Megan Bernard makes her triumphant return to North Shore News Week in a jam-packed episode. Acting host Marty Carlino and Megan detail some big changes coming to the Chicago Botanic Garden and break the news on a big-name act coming to Glencoe.
The recaps come in fast and furious from a slammed week of high school sports on the North Shore. We break it all down, including a state championship, four sectional titles, some medals and some heartbreak.
Marty and Joe report on the tragic passing of 16-year-old Samantha Cerrone. Marty shares a couple updates on ongoing projects in the area. We have a coyote warning and Fourth of July celebrations are returning this summer.
Every single sport you can name is playing at once! OK, not every one, but the spring/summer season is burning hot with postseason action. We go through it all from baseball to softball to lacrosse to track and so much more. And we throw in some IHSA criticism for good measure.
Parents converged on a recent New Trier HS board of education meeting to debate the merits of a reading-list novel, "Two Boys Kissing," a local man was arrested for his alleged involvement at the Capitol on Jan. 6, and we talk about a local sandwich invention: The Bollito.
It was a spirited weekend along the North Shore, as significant in-person events returned. Residents gathered at Memorial Day ceremonies, and local high school seniors graduated in front of family, friends and classmates. All that, plus, an update on a prized Winnetka storefront and increased parking fines in Wilmette
We start by breaking down a trip to state for New Trier's water polo teams, one of which brought home hardware, and we spend the second half of the pod reviewing postseason brackets in baseball, softball, soccer and more, looking for stumbling blocks for our favorite local teams.
We celebrate New Trier's water polo teams advancing to state, as well as a few league champions crowned this week. The Trevs Alex Calarco tells us the baseball team's postseason goal, and to finish things off, we try to figure out what the heck went wrong in the Illinois HS Coaches All-State selections, which include just two Ramblers, Vaughn Pemberton as honorable mention and no Brody Roth.
Wilmette residents and village officials were outraged this week by a resident's front-window display. We break it down, including what the resident had to say. In business news, a scoop on a new restaurant possibly coming to town nearly broke our website! And how about a duckling rescue for good measure
Loyola's home turf, known as The Hill, played host to a pair of thrilling Trevians-Ramblers lacrosse matchups. We talk about the wild finishes and hear from hero Johnny Hackett. We also work through playoff scenarios and what we think may happen as we get there.
We break down the latest in relation to COVID-19, which includes vaccines available to 12 and up and New Trier's numbers and mask update. We also talk go-karts, a golf outing and firefighting in Colombia.
(Note: This podcast was recorded before the IHSA officially added the state championships for boys volleyball and lacrosse.) With the state's restrictions loosening, state championships should be added for two big sports. Meanwhile, we check in on New Trier water polo and soccer and Ramblers volleyball.
The Wilmette Village Board met in person for the first time in a year-plus to mark its important occasion, while the Park Board ceremony featured some contention during the officer election. All of that plus, a performance in a parking garage.
Football is over and we have to get over it. Good thing spring sports are out in force, and we run through plenty of them: baseball, volleyball, soccer and wrestling. But we toss in one more football story involving a Loyola alumnus and a spectacular college-football play.
Thousands of residents lost power after a piece of ComEd equipment burst into flames, plus three stories relevant to the entire Township, including one committee's concern over a board's recent actions.
It was delayed, shortened and chaotic, but boy, what a football season. We recap the best moments and players and answer the big questions, like was this the best Ramblers team of all time? Is Vaughn Pemberton Loyola's best offensive player of all time? What does New Trier do in a full season? Why did the Trevs need a big year? And more. Listen up.
It's that time of year again: Leaf blowers are out and continuing to defy local ordinances. We talk about what advocacy groups are doing about it. Plus, we look at a mystery concert in Glencoe, low vaccine demand in the area and a new brewery in Evanston before explaining how August's legacy carries on.
The CSL South clash lived up to the hype and came down to the final quarter, but the Trevians could not claw all the way back. Meanwhile, Loyola dominated once again to set up a Week 6 clash with 4-1 Marist with the league crown at stake.
Of the 13 individuals elected in Wilmette elections, 10 were women. Joe discusses how women now have the majority on every board and how we talked with many of the leaders. Plus, Marty breaks down New Trier's plans for next year and the status of the local vaccine clinic, before we wrap up with profiling two local vaccine hunters.
New Trier High School made national headlines two weeks ago, but not for reasons it enjoys. We broke down the article, which centers on an issue Marty has been covering for months. Joe tosses numbers your way about local election turnout.
New Trier and Maine South football each has taken care of business to set up a Week 5 conference-title bout in Park Ridge. We talk about how they got here and what we can expect. We also talk the Ramblers path to 4-0 and "Wow," Vaughn Pemberton
We break down all the results from April 6's election, including Wilmette voters knocking out multiple board veterans. There are also four new village presidents in New Trier Township, while the caucus slate lands on the NTHS board. But wait, there's more: We have to tell you about the 3-ton meat smoker that rolled into town.
We continue our election previews by talking the New Trier School Board and Wilmette Park Board, maybe the two most contentious races in our coverage area. We then go Up and Down The Shore before talking about an equipment drive that should help dozens of youth hockey players.
Loyola made a statement over Mount Carmel, while New Trier ran roughshod over Niles West as each moved to 2-0 on the young season. Can they keep it up? Plus, New Trier tops Loyola on the pitch and we hear from Ramblers basketball alumnus Jordan Kwiecinski on his March Madness.
New Trier picks up a huge victory that came down to the wire at Naughton Field on Saturday, while Loyola picked up another dominant CCL win on the road. We break it all down and look ahead, specifically at a new Ramblers opponent in Week 4: the Hawks of Hillcrest
We break down the arrest of the director of a popular tutoring center in Glencoe before presenting our latest election previews and updates. But stay for the ending when we share the story of a reunion 18 years in the making.
Finally, the football season has kicked off, and the local boys brought home victories in Week 1. We talk how they did it and what it means going into big Week 2 matchups, including a Loyola-Mount Carmel showdown. We also heard from New Trier's Brody Roth, talk Trevian and Rambler volleyball, and ask if anyone is going to topple New Trier soccer or field hockey.
We are firmly amid election season in New Trier Township. We detail what we've previewed so far and what is yet to come before going Up and Down The Shore and profiling a Community Caretakers program in Wilmette.
Fall, spring, winter — none of that matters under the Friday night lights! High school football is back, and we are VERY here for it (note the length of the episode). After summing up the end of the winter season, we dive deep into our New Trier and Loyola Academy 2021 previews and hear from coaches Doll and Holecek about the squads this year.
New information on the rollout of the coronavirus vaccines breaks daily. We break down the latest for our community. Then, we share some top stories on our site, including surging businesses, before we look at our plans to cover the upcoming election.
Local basketball teams set up quite the final week of the season, as New Trier boys came back to earn a share of the league title and Loyola girls will play for it all this weekend. And in big news, the state will allow hundreds of fans to attend football games and spring sports to play in championship tournaments.
Diners will see a brand new look at a popular Winnetka intersection this spring with the debut of two new options, but what happened to the old favorites? We'll break down the demise of Little Ricky's and Cafe Aroma. We also visit Moose in Glencoe, a rescue dog who has a talent and passion for climbing trees.
New Trier boys basketball has won seven straight and will roll into Evanston with momentum this weekend. Will they get a win or two and mess with the league standings. Plus, Regina Dominican is moving to the ISL and we talk name some things we want to see this spring on and off the gridiron.
We detail a vaccination site for frontline workers that opened on the North Shore this week and could mean much more to the community. Then, we take you Up and Down The Shore before telling the story of Olympic hopeful Grace Joyce.
New Trier and Loyola basketball squads keep piling on the wins, but Ramblers girls do finally lose one. We break it all down before hearing from Loyola boys senior Jalen Axibal on his defensive ways and the compact season. And snow or no snow, we are pumped for spring football and review the Trevs and Ramblers schedules and make our predictions.
Loyola girls basketball did something we may not see again — 7 wins in 8 days — to start its condensed season. We talk about how they did it, and check it with New Trier girls, which started the season after a second delay. PLUS! We bring back Way/No Way as a step closer to normalcy.
We explore two breaking COVID-related stories this week: the approval of New Trier facilities for vaccinations (public employees) and the expansion of indoor dining. Marty also reports the board approval of a renovation plan for Gates Gymnasium.
We give you the latest about a rise in COVID cases at New Trier High that has quarantined more than 160 people, the latest offerings at the Chicago Botanic Garden and a new downtown Wilmette business for fll you hobbyists out there.
Sports have returned, and we talk what it's all been like under COVID restrictions. We also break down some news of canceled games here, there and everywhere and listen to Ramblers coach Tom Livatino talk of the joys of being back at it.
Are you readddddddy for some sports? We are. High school sports return to the North Shore this week and we feed you what we know about basketball, football, swimming, field hockey and more.
We explore what it means to advance to Phase 4 of the state's mitigation plan, before breaking down how a historic home avoided the wrecking ball — for now. To finish, we discuss our profile of local reporter Mike Lowe and his viral "Chicagoese" segement.
It was a big news week in COVID-19 consequences on the local level. Lessening restrictions have opened indoor dining, gyms, sports and more, while vaccine complications have put local leaders into action.
The moment we all have been waiting for arrived Wednesday, when the IHSA announced season schedules for all 17 remaining sports, including basketball and football. We take it apart piece by piece for what you should know on the pending restart.
Thanks to a change at the state level, low-risk winter sports have started their seasons and we talk what that means now and later for high school sports this year, focusing on what the future may hold for basketball and football. We also take a closer look at New Trier's Gates Gym overhaul after seeing the renderings.
New Trier area welcomes looser COVID-19 mitigations amid positive data trends. We talk about what that means and what may come next. Then, we go up and down the north with a town OK'ing cannabis facilities and another making it to the small screen. Then, we wish a happy birthday to a local woman, who celebrated the big 1.0.4 in an igloo!
The IHSA hopes to have a sports schedule out by Jan. 27, while major sports voices apply pressure. We also hear from Max Rosenthal, the New Trier football alumnus who is coming home for his final two years, and we spend time remembering and celebrating the life of Glenbrook North student-athlete Dylan Buckner, while condemning those using his death as leverage.
In our first show with Managing Editor Megan Bernard, we recap the latest local COVID-19 data, which is not showing a post-holiday surge and could lead to reduced mitigations soon. Megan also talks about how students brought a taco shop to town.
The guys start by trying to explain the continued lack of information on the preps sports season, before summarizing host Michal Dwojak's look at the experiences of four local football stars during the unprecedented college football season. We wrap things up talking about Loyola Academy's slick new football field.
The first episode of 2021 features maybe the last community event of 2020: a candlelight vigil for COVID-19 victims. Martin also explains the complicated case of 740 Ardsley Road, and Joe profiles a reality TV star in our midst.
This podcast was recorded before the events at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6
In our final 2020 episode, we give you the news first, and then we retell our story: from the fall of 22nd Century Media to the rise of The Record and why we work for you. We then tell you our favorite stories of the year and we hope for in 2021. Happy New Year!
Before we reminisce, we discuss the latest on the return of sports, which once again is not much as state officials again turned down a meeting with the IHSA. We wonder why the IHSA keeps asking. Then, we explore the chaotic year in high school sports and highlight some happy moments before offering our resolutions for 2021.
The IHSA is facing another lawsuit related to its handling of the COVID pandemic (first reported by the Sun-Times). Then, we explore the century of history at Gates Gym at New Trier as a teardown is considered. We finish by giving gifts to our athletics programs, like something to keep warm at the Munz campus!
Official election filings are in, and we talk about the biggest surprises and biggest local races coming up in April. Marty also reports on major facelifts planned for facilities at both New Trier and Joseph Sears schools. We wrap things up with a deep dive into the storied past of disc golf in Wilmette.
Our hosts discuss the latest news from the IHSA, which announced it still plans to play all sports this school year. Is it possible? How? What are the roadblocks? We then shift to Signing Day and some local football players ready for the next level and tell you what our major signing would be like — if we had one!
Local elections are months away, but there is plenty we already know. We feed you inside information on the upcoming leadership turnover and contentious races in your community. Plus, we talk about the latest COVID-related school decisions and remember community pillar Pat Doherty.
Michal, Mart and Joe talk about what they've been missing most during this sports shutdown, leading to interesting weather stories. We also hear from former pro Tommy Wingels, who is back helping local hockey youth.
Two of the area's top holiday light shows return for what may well be their final year, breaking down how locals voted in the election, the latest from Wilmette and Glencoe schools, and the Wilmette guy who has all the jokes.
For the past couple weeks, local schools have been making plans to manage the expected rise in COVID-19. We've covered them all. So, Joe and Marty tossed the normal format aside and went district to district to give you a summary.
The IHSA made another non-announcement announced, and our hosts urge the group to do more to to inspire hope with student-athletes. They also discuss potential future consequences of a year of no sports and Joe explains why hockey isn't his thing
We break down Joe's story on how noncontact sports dealt are dealing with the delay of winter sports and Joe breaks some football news about a star New Trier player. The guys also reminisce about the Loyola Academy championship two years ago and what may have been this week and weekend.
As New Trier officials decide on whether to how much to reopen the school, groups of community members are sharing their opinions, with the school's teachers sharing sharp criticism of the district. We also give budget-season reports and tell you what's up with your community's beloved holiday events this year.
In this week's recap, we break down the local numbers to COVID's recent surge, plus the impacts of that surge on local schools and libraries. We also talk about a new cafe, a restaurant expansion, Kenilworth's budget and a special meditation garden.
The latest COVID-19 mitigations closed the door on preps sports in 2020. Our hosts explore whether they come back at all this school year and if so, what that may look like. We end things on a fun note by talking about who we'd invite to our Thanksgiving dinner from the NS sports scene.
Local cross-country runners didn't let the IHSA stop them, competing in an unofficial state race over the weekend. In the meantime, Trevian weight lifters were racking up huge numbers in a national competition, as coach Jim Davis tells us. And we finish things off with more basketball talk, confusion and chaos with a winter season very much in doubt.
After four weeks of all-remote, New Trier resumed its hybrid model with 700 students coming back to campus with new screening process in place. Glencoe D35 also considers COVID testing, plus we talk about Winnetka's defiance, Veterans Day and the return of a baseball star.
Marty and Joe lead with election results from the races that impact the area, including the U.S. and Ill. houses, Fair Tax and Wilmette's referendum. In Up & Down The Shore, they detail news from the New Trier Caucus and its April 2021 slate, before previewing news to come on New Trier in-person learning and Winnetka restaurants.
The guys bring it in this episode. Marty and Michal break down the final major event of the fall season: the cross-country sectional and we hear from Loyola coach ChrisJon Simon. Then, the guys talk their favorite moments of the spring. But then, we move on to the winter season, and Joe and Marty had some choice words for the IHSA and its meaningless decision to defy the governor. Rant Warning!
As COVID-19 cases spike in Illinois, state-enforced safety measures ramp up, including a halt in indoor dining. We break that down, as well as our terrifyingly fun Halloween coverage this week.
Between the time we recorded this and when it published, there were even more changes to the IHSA vs. Gov. Prtizker battle on winter sports. Hear our thoughts on that as well as the finish of fall sports, including a superstar performance in the pool. We also play Way/No Way, preview the cross-country sectional and detail an upcoming feature on local and former MLB player Charlie Tilson, who is back in the North Shore.