By Mark Gregory
Sports Editor
@Hear_The_Beard
mark@buglenewspapers.com

The near capacity crowd at Romeoville High School Wednesday night got exactly what it wanted to see for the first half of the Valley View showdown between Bolingbrook and Romeoville.

The second half, however, was all Raiders as the Brook used pressure defense and a big run to climb out to a 15-point lead and all-but put the game away.

Joseph Yesufu had 11 points in Bolingbrook’s win (Mark Gregory)

“We thought we could wear them down by the second half and that is exactly what happened. We thought we could really get after them for 32 minutes and it didn’t really happen until the third quarter, but once it started to happen, it happened in a big way,” said Bolingbrook coach Rob Brost. “I told our guys we didn’t play very well in the first half and we were still up one, on the road, against a pretty good team. That was the good news, the better news was the third quarter.”

The Raiders were led by 19 points each from Kaleb Thornton and Tyler Cochran, who suffered an ankle injury against Lockport.

Cochran didn’t start, but came off the bench and aided the win.

“Everybody worked together and we tuned up the pressure. We tuned everything out and just played basketball.

This was a big game and we just wanted to come out and perform.

If we play in the system and play right, we will win and that is what we did in the second half. We played Bolingbrook style of basketball.

Joseph Yesufu and Simeon transfer Jordan Myrick each scored 11 for Bolingbrook, while Plainfield South transfer Joey Saracco added 10 points.

“This is our sixth game and we have had five guys lead us in scoring. Our guards can really come at you in wave. Today when we were making our run, we were all guards. We wanted to bring Donita Johnson out away from the basket. We have some options as how to play.”

Romeoville was paced by Joliet West transfer Eddie Creal’s 16 points, Johnson had 11.

“I thought we played them pretty even the first two quarters and I thought we played them again after the catastrophe in the third, but we spotted them a good 11 or 12 points because we had so many turnovers and they were getting layups,” said Romeoville coach Marc Howard. “You can’t let a good team like that speed you up and have you throwing the ball all over the place. Credit to Bolingbrook, they did a good job applying that pressure and we just have to learn from it.

Eddie Creal had 16 points to lead the Spartans (Mark Gregory)

“We have to take a lot from this game. The good thing is, it is the mid part of December and we still have a lot of basketball to be played. We will come back and work on the weaknesses that we had and see if we can get better.”

Romeoville has tough games coming up as the Spartans will play over the break in the Rich South Big Dipper Tournament and will travel to Joliet West Dec. 21 for a game that is sure to have a lot of emotion as Creal faces his former team.

Bolingbrook will travel to Cedar Falls, Iowa to play in the Jerry Slykhuis Showcase against some of the top teams in the Hawkeye State.

“One of the things last year, we really didn’t play anyone who really challenged us until Simeon (at state). We had some close games and games where we didn’t play well, but (against Simeon) we didn’t really react well when we got down,” Brost said. “So, I wanted to ramp up the schedule and Romeoville being really good helped us with that and going to Iowa and we play Morgan Park in January and the Hinsdale Central tournament is one of the top ones. And in in our conference, Homewood-Flossmoor is very good and Lincoln-Way East, then we play Joliet West and Joliet Central and they are very good, so our schedule is rough.”

That doesn’t mean a win over a district rival wasn’t a big one.

“I am proud of our guys, I am proud of how they carry themselves and I am proud of how we do things at our school and we hold our boys accountable on and off the floor and I am proud of how they played tonight,” Brost said. “But now this is over and we go on to the next thing, because that is what teams of our caliber do.”

By Mark Gregory
Sports Editor
@Hear_The_Beard
mark@buglenewspapers.com

When Sam Quigley-Smith took over the head women’s basketball coach at Lewis University in May, the one thing she didn’t have to change was the circle around De. 5 on her calendar.

As coach at the University of St. Francis, the battle between the two programs was big because of the proximity of the schools and the local rivalry of the programs. In fact, last year, Quigley-Smith’s Saints upset the Flyers in Romeoville.

After accepting the position at Lewis, however, the date took on new meaning as it was Quigley-Smith’s return to the court that bears her father’s name inside the USF Sullivan Center.

“It was a little stressful, but it was a really great welcoming,” Quigley-Smith said of going back to St. Francis. “It is really all about the people. It is similar people to at Lewis and that was part of making the move – knowing and having that feeling that there would be great people around you. It is one of those nights that you don’t want anybody to lose as a fan and as the community with the cross town rival – it is really a fun night and something that really draws people to the game and that is big for women’s basketball and area sports.”

Not only did Quigley-Smith make the return trip to Joliet, she brought with her members of the coaching staff, including former USF assistants Dan McCarthy and Michael Delrose, who coached with her at USF and Charnelle Reed, who played for her last season for the Saints.

Joining the coaching staff in their return was senior guard Chrissi Ekhomu, who played at USF under Quigley-Smith the last three seasons.

This year at Lewis, she is averaging 3.4 points per game and posted a season-best 10 points in Lewis’ 59-46 win over St. Francis.

“I was different being on the other side. In the beginning, I almost walked to the wrong bench, it was kind of funny,” Ehkomu said. “It was just fun to play against my friends. These are people I think are going to be friends for a long time.”

Ehkomu said her decision was all about finishing her career with her coach.

“I felt like I signed up to play with Sam Quigley and from my freshman year she has helped me develop as a player and as a woman and I just really did want to spend the last year with her and I felt like it would be a challenge and I wanted to accept the challenge and see what it was,” she said. “Coming from Joliet Catholic, it is all you hear. I felt like I was living in her shadow and I barely knew her at the time. Then you come play for her and you see why people speak so highly of her.”

Quigley-Smith said Ekhomu came to her about the transfer after the coaching change.

“I didn’t want to be part of the decision making process because I think she would have been great in either place. So it is hard for me to push for one and not the other,” Quigley-Smith said. “When she decided, I was going to help her and when she made the decision, we helped her get enrolled in classes and it all happened pretty quickly after the staff moved over. I think I have a great relationship with her and just the whole Ekhomu family.”

Ekhomu said the game was emotional for her, especially playing against USF senior Kamari Jordan.

“It was emotional because it was my last time on this floor and I felt like me, Sam and the girls built something since 2014 we built an incredible program and it is great to see them still doing well, but at that time, there were no friends – we just had to get the W,” Ekhomu said. “(When I guarded Kamari) We tried not to look at each other so it made it easier to guard each other. We came in together and we clicked immediately. We talk every day, we talk after every game, we have a Snapchat streak. She was happy for me and she was one of the ones encouraging me to make the move because she felt like I needed to be with Sam and have the challenge of going up a level.”

One of the adjustments for Ekhomu came in her role on the team going from NAIA to NCAA Division-II and joining a new team.

“I was used to always having the ball in my hands and now having other guards that can handle the ball as well and it not just being one person. Anyone can get it and push it. Sometimes I find myself hanging around the rim when I probably should be running the floor,” Ekhomu said. “I enjoy it. I have bonded with the girls and I love the team and I feel like they have welcomed me which has made it a lot easier and more fun.”

Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow and Terry D’Arcy of D’Arcy Motors have partnered once again to purchase and provide a transport vehicle to another vital community service agency: The Boys & Girls Club of Joliet.

The state’s attorney and the local business leader joined forces to deliver a new 16-passenger van that the Boys & Girls Club will use to transport youths to and from field trips, special events, educational, and athletic opportunities and other beneficial programs with partner organizations like the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. The van was presented through their ongoing public-private partnership to provide meaningful assistance to at-risk children in our community

State’s Attorney Glasgow and D’Arcy have split the $27,000 cost for this safe and reliable transport vehicle, which they presented to Boys & Girls Club Executive Director Kahlil Diab during an afternoon dedication and title-transfer ceremony last week at the club in downtown Joliet. The Rev. Herb Brooks, who is also a Will County Board Member, blessed the van during the ceremony.

Making certain the Boys & Girls Club can safely transport its participants to various activities enables this important youth organization to function effectively. More than 1,000 youths, ranging in age from 6 to 18, are enrolled in the program, which for more than 60 years has provided a safe and positive environment where young people can engage in fun, character-building activities supervised by informed, supportive adults.

On any given afternoon during the school year, between 115 and 120 children come to the club in downtown Joliet to participate in various activities. That number skyrockets to 450 children per day during the summer when school is not in session.

“The Boys & Girls Club provides a critical positive influence on at-risk children in our community,” State’s Attorney Glasgow said. “This vital organization provides a safe haven for young people where they can participate in fun, constructive activities under the skillful and compassionate guidance of dedicated mentors. These adults help them build character and self-esteem, enabling them to steer clear of the evils of street gangs and drugs. We want to make certain that the lack of a reliable transport vehicle doesn’t keep these kids from participating in events and programs that can literally save their lives.”

The State’s Attorney continued: “Experience makes it clear that every dollar that we spend on prevention and intervention like this saves us 10-plus dollars in remedial costs. This investment in our Boys and Girls Club will result in huge dividends down the road. Terry Darcy’s eagerness to participate in this life changing public-private endeavor is further evidence of how our local business leaders understand the need to give back to the community they serve.”

“We are humbled by the compassion and generosity shown by State’s Attorney Glasgow and Terry D’Arcy with this much needed donation. This concerted effort is a true testament to their commitment to the at-risk youth in our community,” said Director Diab.

State’s Attorney Glasgow and D’Arcy have purchased a total of four vans since 2015 for the following agencies: the Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County; two vans for the Forest Park Community Center; and the Spanish Community Center. The transport vans they have donated all were able to accommodate 14 to 16 passengers and were critical to the functioning of these agencies. The Boys & Girls Club van marks the fifth van they have donated together.

It is important to note that State’s Attorney Glasgow utilized no taxpayer funding to cover his half of the van expenditure. Instead, he used money he seized from criminals who were engaged in illegal activities in Will County to pay for the van.

For more information on the Boys & Girls Club of Joliet and its programs, please call (815) 723-3434.

Founders of the Purple Project Joe Anicich, left and Sherry Anicich spoke with members of the Joliet West National Honor Society James Papandria, Megan King, Kayli Glidic, Maddie Blaauw, Joey Talarico, Chi Chi Agba and Anthony Romanelli

Joliet West NHS gives back with Purple Project

The Joliet West High School National Honor Society is giving back to the community through a partnership with the Purple Project, an organization that spreads acts of kindness by collecting donations and items for young mothers in need.

To kick off the partnership, Purple Project founders, Joe and Sherry Anicich, recently spoke to the students during a powerful presentation that told the story of the organization’s foundation, which was established to honor their daughter Alisha Bromfield and her unborn child, Ava, who were brutally murdered in 2012.  While alive, Alisha spread the message of choosing love, not hate.  To continue Alisha’s message, the Purple Project extends love and hope by giving financial and emotional support to single mothers in the community.

NHS Officer James Papandria is proud to partner with the Purple Project.  “The National Honor Society is a philanthropic organization

that’s focused on giving back to the community, especially a community that’s given so much to us,” said Papandria  “As the holidays rapidly

approach, and we give thanks for all our family, friends, and support networks, it’s important to realize that not all are fortunate enough to have that same experience. This is why we do what we do, to help others who are less fortunate than we are, to help the most vulnerable in our community. Luckily, we found an organization that shares the same goal.”

This year’s goal is to provide support to three single mothers that were identified by the Purple Project.  NHS students are collecting infant supplies and monetary donations.

“The Purple Project is an amazing organization that does so much for the community,” said Papandria.  “I’m extremely proud that the National Honor Society is able to reach out make such an impact on the community and its most vulnerable members, along with helping the Anicichs turn their tragedy into something beautiful.”

For more information about the Purple Project, visit http://www.purpleproject.org/.

Take Illinois 5Essentials School Survey

Joliet Township High School is joining the Illinois State Board of Education in the Illinois 5Essentials Survey to gather important data about our school climate and learning conditions. The survey provides a unique opportunity for students, teachers and parents to have a voice in improving their schools.

From December 5 through January 18, JTHS asks our parents/guardians to take this 25-minute research-based survey to help identify strengths and weaknesses in their school’s learning environment.

Take the survey at https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/

Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at your child’s school and guide improvement. Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.

For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, or to view previous years’ Reports, please visit https://illinois.5-essentials.org. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 5Essentials Client Services at 1-866-440-1874 or 5essentials@uchicago.edu.

Save the date: Joliet Central Class of 1968 reunion

Save the date for the Joliet Township High School Central Campus Class of 1968 Reunion Activities, which will be held on Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept, 22.

Activities will include the homecoming parade, a tour of school and the award-winning Student Center, and free admission to the football game for all alumni and a guest.

A post game party will be held after the football game.  Tickets are $25 per person and there will be a cash bar.

We ask that you share this information with other classmates so that they can be added to the class information distribution list. For more information or to be added to the information list, contact Kristine Schlismann, Director of Community and Alumni Relations at 815 727-6967 or email www.kschlismann@jths.org.

Chicagoland Speedway, Route 66 Raceway, R.A.C.E. and Levy Restaurants combine to provide over $275,000 in 2017

Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway’s charitable entity, Racing Advocates for Community Enrichment (R.A.C.E.), donated $58,647 in grants to 21 Chicago area charities last week at their year-end luncheon, raising its total charitable gifts in 2017 to a R.A.C.E. record-setting $74,479.

“It is incredibly rewarding to reflect upon the impact Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway has been able to make on the local community as R.A.C.E.’s sixth year comes to a close,” said Scott Paddock, president of Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway. “We are particularly grateful to the numerous organizations we partner with throughout the season and the individual impacts they are making within the communities they serve.”

Beyond the many organizations that applied for grant assistance this year, R.A.C.E. developed integral partnerships with a multitude of organizations which activated during major event weekends such as the NHRA Route 66 Nationals, the Route 66 Classic and the NASCAR National Series weekend.

The 24 organizations receiving grants included:

• Easter Seals was selected by Joliet Police Chief Brian Benton to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. Easter Seals received $1,500 to help children and adults with disabilities and special needs find the highest-quality services designed to meet their individual needs.
• Miracle League of Joliet was selected by the Mayor of Joliet, Bob O’Dekirk, to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. The Miracle League of Joliet was presented with $2,000 to provide children and young adults with disabilities the opportunity to play and participate in the game of baseball.
• Muscular Dystrophy Association was selected by Joliet Fire Deputy Chief Greg Blaskey to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. MDA received $1,500 to send children with neuromuscular disease to MDA’s summer camp where they can discover a world created specifically for them, and meet many other kids sharing the same needs and experiences.
• United Way of Will County was selected by Will County Executive Larry Walsh to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. United Way received $1,500 to help unite communities and resources by empowering people and creating positive, sustainable change.
• Will County Children’s Advocacy Center was selected by Will County States Attorney Jim Glasgow to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. The Advocacy Center received $1,500 to provide services to young victims of sexual and physical abuse. Services The Center provides include: implementing child-sensitive interviews for law enforcement purposes, counseling, medical exams, legal advocacy and community resource referrals.
• The Bolingbrook Explorers Post #38, the Dominican University Softball Team and the Lewis University Softball Team were recognized for their outstanding efforts in staffing and executing 50/50 raffles at Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway events. The Dominican University Softball Team alone sold over $50,000 in raffle tickets between the NHRA Route 66 Nationals in July and the NASCAR Premier Series weekend in September 2017.
• Special Olympics Illinois was selected by Will County Sheriff Mike Kelley to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. The Special Olympics received $1,500 to provide children and adults with intellectual disabilities year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of sports.
• Team Make A Difference was selected by Morris Fire Chief Tracey Steffes to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. Team Make a Difference was presented with $2,000 to grant someone in need in their community with a place of serenity to rest comfortably, heal and restore hope.
• Northern Illinois Food Bank was presented $3,500 to supply the BackPack Program so that children can be nourished on the weekend and return to school ready to learn without the distraction of hunger. Children take home the backpacks on the weekend and bring them back to school on Mondays to be refilled for the next weekend.
• PAWS Chicago received $8,800 in recognition of Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s final season of full-time racing. Chicagoland Speedway partnered with PAWS Chicago to pay tribute to his remarkable achievements both on and off the track by taking Earnhardt’s deep love for his dogs into consideration. PAWS Chicago, the Midwest’s largest No Kill humane organization, finds homes for more than 5,100 animals each year.
• Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland is the sole beneficiary of the Chicago Brushmasters charity art auction. The Brushmasters is composed of over forty of the Midwest’s top custom painters. These artisans attended the Route 66 Classic and held several auctions which generated $4,754.91 for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana cares for families of children with complex medical needs by providing comfort, compassion and a sense of community.
• 100 Club of Chicago received $5,000 to fund its Educational Assistance Program which provides financial support to the families of fallen first responders for high education, including undergraduate, graduate, law and trade and vocational studies.
• The Bridge Teen Center offers free afterschool programs that are holistically-designed and include culinary demonstrations, fitness programs, future-focused programs (exposing students to potential career paths), homework support, music lessons, life skills programs, a newly launched job readiness program and much more. A $3,500 grant was provided to support these programs.
• The Cancer Support Center was presented with $3,500 to leverage counseling, support groups, movies, art, friendship, play and other resources to create transformative moments of coping and joy for children and teens with a parent diagnosed with cancer.
• Wilmington Coalition for a Healthy Community received $3,500 to enhance Youth Leadership Education among high school students who live in Wilmington School District 209U by sending 15 students to summer leadership training and supporting the community projects they undertake afterwards.
• Pits for Patriots was the recipient of the Miss Classic Queen of Hearts competition. The ladies who competed in the Miss Classic Pin Up Contest were challenged to solicit donations during the Route 66 Classic event with the contestant that earned the most crowned as the Queen of Hearts. Pits for Patriots rescues and trains pit bulls to act as service dogs for veterans and first responders with physical and emotional needs at no cost to the recipient.
• Morris Police Benevolent Society was selected by Morris Police Chief John Severson to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. The Morris Police Benevolent Society received $2,000 to assist the community through charitable donations, special events and award a $500 scholarship to a Morris Community High School student each year.
• Grundy County PADS was selected by Grundy County Sheriff Kevin Callahan to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. Grundy County PADS received $2,000 to provide a sheltering program designed to offer a safe and welcoming place for people to be able to sleep through the coldest months of the year.
• Grundy Resource Organization was selected by the Mayor of Morris, Dick Kopczick, to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. The Grundy Resource Organization received $1,500 to promote and provide fresh produce to seniors, people with disabilities and low-income families in and around Grundy County.
• Grundy County Community Foundation was selected by Grundy County Executive Chris Balkema to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. The Community Foundation of Grundy County was presented with $2,000 to bridge people who care with causes that matter by facilitating grants, providing unique donor services and convening the community around issues of concern to develop plans of action.
• Center for Disability Services received $3,500 to support the Living in a Functional Environment (LIFE Skills Program) which focuses on serving individuals with developmental disabilities by teaching them the fundamental skills necessary to become as independent in life as possible.
• Coal City Soccer Club was selected by Grundy County States Attorney Jason Helland to benefit from his participation in the Route 66 Classic. The Club was presented with $2,000 to foster the growth of soccer in the Coal City area in such a way as to provide recreational opportunities to as many of the young people of the community who desire to play soccer as possible.

R.A.C.E. is a donor advised fund of The NASCAR Foundation, a 501c3 charitable entity. With a focus on youth, safe driving and the military, R.A.C.E. raised funds over the course of the year through community events, raffles and auctions. The three principles guided the seven-member R.A.C.E. Advisory Committee, which was responsible for evaluating grant applications throughout the year.

For more information on Chicagoland Speedway, stay connected on Twitter and Facebook or by visiting ChicagolandSpeedway.com.

Documentarians, news reporter recognized for work

USF alumni Jessica and Brendan Walsh received a Midwest Emmy award for their work on the eco-documentary, “Making Waves: Battle for the Great Lakes.”

Emmy Award wins for several University of St. Francis (USF) alumni are highlighting the university’s Communication and Media Arts (CMMA) program. The 2017 Midwest Emmy Awards were recently awarded by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences at the Swissotel in Chicago.

Jessica (Saraga) Walsh ’05 (Joliet) and Brendan Walsh ’05 (Joliet) were awarded in the category Outstanding Achievement for Documentary Programs-Topical for their eco-documentary, “Making Waves: Battle for the Great Lakes.” The two-hour film documents the aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes and the efforts under way to control and prevent them. The Walshes filmed, edited, wrote and produced the documentary, which was narrated by Chicago news-legend Bill Kurtis. “Making Waves” then aired on PBS stations in Chicago, Buffalo, Toronto and throughout Michigan and New York.

The Walshes are co-owners of Great Lakes Media, a video production company which specializes in corporate promotions, live events and documentary production.

“We are still in complete shock,” exclaimed Jessica Walsh. “This being our first documentary, we were truly honored just to be nominated. But then to actually win, I don’t think either of us thought it would ever happen! We are just so thrilled beyond words,” said Walsh.

University of St. Francis alumni WLS-TV/ABC 7 assignment editor Kristin Hoogenboom ’95 (Woodridge) and news photographer Pat Keating ’94 (Joliet) also won Emmys. The graduates were recognized in the category Outstanding Achievement for New Gathering-Spot News for their work as part of a team of reporters, anchors, meteorologists and other news professionals for their work on the Ottawa, Ill. tornado coverage.

After 20 years of experience in the TV news industry, Keating is surprised but happy to have won two back-to-back awards in the same category. In 2016, he received an Emmy in the same category for his contributions to the coverage of the suicide of Fox Lake Police Officer Joe Gliniewicz in 2015.

“It’s great to be recognized by my peers, but the real reward is in knowing I gave it my all,” comments Keating. “I was working hard before, but I guess now I’m just on a roll!”

The Voyager Media area has been know through the years for having talented football players and some of the top programs in the state of Illinois.

When those players graduate, they head to college and play for some of the top college programs in the country and several of those players will be competing in the 40 NCAA bowl games which begin Dec. 16.

If you are watching the games and want to keep an eye on some Voyager Media area players — keep this guide handy.

Former Downers Grove North quarterback David Edwards is now a starting offensive lineman for the University of Wisconsin.(Photo by David Stluka)

Cure Bowl – Orlando, Fla.

Western Kentucky 

vs. Georgia State

Dec. 16 1:30 p.m., CBSSN

WKU

JCA grad Tyler Witt is a redshirt freshman offensive lineman. The 6-foot, 310-pounder played in all 12 games this season starting at right guard. He wears No. 74.

Armed Forces Bowl – Fort Worth, Tx.

San Diego State 

vs. Army

Dec. 23 2:30 p.m., ESPN

 ARMY

Army is led by head coach and Joliet native Jeff Monken where he has been since taking the job on Christmas Eve of 2013.

Army is coming off a 14-13 win over Navy – winning for the second season in a row.

Last year was a breakout season for the Black Knights under Monken. He led them to their first win over Navy since 2001 and won a bowl game for the first time in six seasons. The last time the Black Knights accomplished both feats in the same season was in 1984.

Army was second in the nation in rushing offense and ran for an Army single-season 46 touchdowns, which eclipsed the 1945 national championship team. On the defense side, Army was consistently in the top 10 in total defense and finished the year fourth in the nation.

Monken and his wife Beth reside at West Point with their three daughters, Isabelle, Amelia and Evangeline.

• Sean McNulty is a freshman kicker for Army. The Maine South graduate did not attempt a field goal this season. He wears No. 95.

Dollar General Bowl – Mobile, AL.

Appalachian State vs. Toledo

DEC. 23 7 p.m., ESPN

TOLEDO

Devonte’ Dunn is a freshman defensive lineman for the Rockets and has not played this season. He is a native of Plainfield and played at Nazareth Academy. He wears No. 53.

Quick Lane Bowl – Detroit, MI.

Northern Illinois
vs. duke

Dec. 26 4:15 p.m., ESPN

NIU 

Jaquis Covington is a redshirt sophomore cornerback from Plainfield North. He wears No. 38 and saw action in one game this season.

• Ryan Gibbons is a redshirt freshman receiver from Maine South that saw action in two games this season. He wears No. 85.

• Bolingbrook graduate Jaden Huff is a senior linebacker for the Huskies. He played the last two seasons as a running back for St. Cloud State. He wears No. 16.

• Vinny Labus is a freshman long snapper and saw no action this season. He wears No. 50.

• Freshman Jordan Nettles is a freshman tailback for NIU. He made his college debut against San Diego State. He wears No. 28.

Pinstripe Bowl – New York, NY.

Boston College 

vs. Iowa

DEC. 27 4:15 p.m., ESPN

IOWA

Plainfield native Ivory Kelly-Martin is a freshman running back for the Hawkeyes. He attended Oswego East junior and senior seasons after attending Nazareth Academy his first two seasons. This season, he gained 184 yards and scored three rushing touchdowns. He wears No. 21.

Foster Farms Bowl – Santa Clara, Ca.

Arizona vs. Purdue

DEC. 27 7:30 p.m., FOX

PURDUE

Joliet Catholic graduate Brian Bravo is a junior kicker for the Bolilermakers. He wears No. 42 and has yet to attempt a collegiate kick.

Music City Bowl – Nashville, Tn.

Kentucky vs. (No. 21) Northwestern

DEC. 29 3:30 p.m., ESPN

NORTHWESTERN

Romeoville Native and Plainfield East graduate Tyler Lancaster is a senior defensive lineman for the Wildcats. T

his season, he has posted 38 tackles, nine tackles for loss and two sacks.

He has three quarterback hurries and a pass breakup. He wears No. 1.

• Plainfield native and JCA graduate J.B. Butler is the starting left guard for Northwestern. He has helped the Wildcats rush for 2,225 yards on the season. He wears No. 59.

• Maine South grad Matt Alviti is a senior quarterback for Northwestern. This season, he completed 7 of 11 passes for 105 yards and a TD, while rushing four times for 88 yards and a TD in four games. He wears No. 7.

• Parrker Westphal is a junior defensive back and wears No. 11.

 Cotton Bowl Classic – Arlington, TX.

(No. 8) USC vs. (No. 5) Ohio State

DEC. 29 7:30 p.m., ESPN

 OHIO STATE

Bolingbrook graduate Tuf Borland has played in all 12 games and started the last seven for the Buckeyes. He has posted 45 tackles on the season, good for fifth overall on the team.

The Redshirt freshman and 2015 Voyager Media Defensive Player of the Year has 3.5 tackles for loss, one sack and one quarterback hurry. He wears No. 32.

Orange Bowl – Miami Gardens, FL.

(No. 10) Miami vs. (No. 6) Wisconsin

Dec. 30 7 p.m., ESPN

WISCONSIN

Former Downers Grove North quarterback David Edwards is now the 6-foot-7, 315 pound starting right tackle for the Badgers. Edwards helped Wisconsin rush for 2,979 yards on the season. He wears No. 79 for the Badgers.

• Notre Dame graduate Chris James is a junior running back for the Badgers, as he transferred from Pittsburgh.

On the season, he has 44 carries for 223 yards and one touchdown. He has five catches on the season for 36 more yards. He wears No. 5.

• Bolingbrook grad Izayah Green-May is a freshman defensive lineman and did not see action this season. He wears No. 50.

Outback Bowl – Tampa, FL.

Michigan 

vs. South Carolina

JAN. 1 11 am, ESPN2

MICHIGAN

Fifth-year senior Ty Isaac, Shorewood native and Joliet Catholic graduate, posted 548 yards on 88 carries and a pair of touchdowns this season for the Wolverines. He wears No. 32 for Michigan.

Citrus Bowl – Orlando, FL.

(No. 14) Notre Dame vs. (No. 17) LSU

Jan. 1 Noon, ABC

NOTRE DAME

Bolingbrook graduate Micah Dew-Treadway is a junior defensive lineman for the Fighting Irish.

He played in eight games this season and wears No. 97.

By Megann Horstead | For The Bugle

The Joliet City Council approved a set of new restrictions regulating electronic message centers at its Nov. 5 meeting.

A concern was raised at a June meeting of the City’s Land Use and Legislative committee meeting regarding brightness, size and location of these displays.

In July, a moratorium was instituted to block the issuance of new sign permits or variations allowing electronic message centers in city limits.

The text amendment, as presented to the council, adds new definitions and regulations regarding location, size and operational requirements.

“It brings the digital displays to the 21^st century,” Corporation Counsel Marty Shanahan said.

Rules stipulate that the maximum illuminated area of the electronic message center is 50 square feet as a condition of a special use permit. The go on to clarify that any new display of 50 square feet or smaller used for non-resident purposes must be reviewed by City staff.

“Existing electronic sign message centers would be grandfathered as far as location and size, but it still would need to comply with the current regulations that prohibit blinking, flashing lights, and a 10-second hold time,” Shanahan said.

Rules regulating bounce houses amended

Also at the meeting, the Joliet City Council approved new restrictions for inflatable bounce houses, slides and similar apparatus.

City codes, as amended, stipulate that they are permitted uses in front and corner side yards with a 48-hour time limit.

Members of Joliet’s Land Use and Legislative committee first held discussion in May over the location and duration of bounces houses, slides and similar apparatus. Since that time, the code has been amended to reduce concerns for placing burden on residents who may not possess the option to locate a bounce house in the rear or corner side yards.

In November, the City’s Plan Commission reviewed and recommended an amended ordinance detailing a 48-hour time restriction. No one appeared in opposition to the proposed rules.

The Joliet City Council came to a consensus to change the rules regulating bounce houses, slides and similar apparatus.

Round up

A brief recap of action and discussion from the Nov. 5 regular meeting of the Joliet City Council:

• Officials tabled City action on an annexation agreement of eight parcels near the former Silver Cross Hospital site located at Maple Road and Hebbard Street. The measure will be considered at the council’s Dec. 19 meeting.
• The council postponed a motion to approve the vacation of a portion of Old Richards Street, which includes a bridge. City action was tabled until Feb. 6.
• Councilmembers set a date and time for the City’s publication of a notice detailing a Feb. 20 public hearing to gauge community input over an amendment to the City Center tax increment financing development plan and project. The hearing is 6:30 p.m. at Joliet City Hall.
• Joliet officials set a date and time for the City’s publication of a notice detailing a Feb. 20 public hearing to gauge community input over the Downtown tax increment financing redevelopment project area. The hearing is 6:30 p.m. at Joliet City Hall.

WESTMONT               9-0       4-0

ROMEOVILLE             9-1       3-0

JOLIET CENTRAL        7-1       3-0

BOLINGBROOK          7-1       1-0

DG NORTH                 7-2       2-1

BENET                         7-2       1-1

MAINE SOUTH           6-2       1-2

NORTHRIDGE             6-3       2-0

DG SOUTH                  6-4       2-1

MINOOKA                   5-4       2-1

JOLIET WEST               5-4       2-1

LOCKPORT                  5-4       0-1

PLAINFIELD NORTH   4-4       2-1

PLAINFIELD EAST        4-5      1-2

NOTRE DAME             4-5       1-1

PLAINFIELD CENTRAL3-5      1-2

MAINE EAST               3-5        0-3

PLAINFIELD SOUTH   2-5        1-2

NILES WEST                3-6        0-3

LISLE                            3-7        1-2

Shane Smith

Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced that a Joliet man who choked his mother to death and dumped her body in the Des Plaines River near the Brandon Road Lock and Dam has been sentenced to 32 years in prison.

Shane Smith, 37, of the 1600 block of Black Road, pleaded guilty to one count of First-Degree Murder in June for killing Joan Smith at her house during an argument on Oct. 13, 2013.

Circuit Judge Carla Alessio Policandriotes handed down the sentence last week.

Smith, who lived with his mother, had been drinking and fishing near the Brandon Road Lock with his wife on the day of the argument. Joan Smith would not allow her son’s wife to live in her house because of frequent arguments between the couple.

The dispute with his mother began when Shane Smith attempted to sneak his wife into the house that evening. Joan Smith told her to leave. Shane Smith left as well, but he returned alone later that evening and began arguing with his mother. During that dispute, he choked his mother to death, placed her body in a garbage bag and drove her to the Brandon Road Lock. He dropped her body in the river where it was discovered downstream several days later.

Shane Smith, who threw the jeans he had been wearing during the murder into the river, told his wife what he had done. She made a statement to Joliet police, who recovered the jeans. Investigators also matched DNA from the victim with hair that was found on her driveway near the wheel of her vehicle.

“Shane Smith is a selfish coward who killed his defenseless mother because he could not abide by her house rules,” said State’s Attorney Glasgow. “The vicious nature of this murder demonstrates the dark depths of this defendant’s depraved heart.”

Smith had prior convictions and served prison time for aggravated robbery in 2000 and an aggravated domestic battery in 20018.

State’s Attorney Glasgow thanked Joliet police for their excellent investigation as well as his prosecutors, Mark Fleszewski, Katheryn Tinich, and Tom Slazyk, who had prepared a strong case for trial.

Bring your family, friends, neighbors, and bring your favorite Christmas treat to share.

The Village Christian Church will have four services available to all. The services will take place Saturday December 23, at 5 and 7 pm and then Sunday December 24, at 9:30 and 11 am. Each service will be the same and will last an hour, so pick which time works best for you. The Services will also be live streamed on our YouTube Channel, but we encourage you to be there so you can truly experience this special time of year.

Three Kid Village classes will be available during each service for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. All other Kid Village classes will attend regular services.

We recommend that you arrive 15-20 minutes before service, especially if you will be sitting together with a large group. Seating is on a first come first serve basis. Usually we are a pretty casual church, but for Christmas services, we’ll be dressing up in our Christmas best! Of course, you can dress however you would be most comfortable. We will be sharing Christmas treats after services as well, so feel free to bring your favorite to pass.

Christmas time is for sharing and spending time with loved ones, so encourage your family, friends and neighbors to join you at The Village Christmas celebration. We are located at 8965 S. Bell Road, Minooka, Illinois. We are looking forward to seeing you there. Learn more about The Village Christian Church at: https://www.thevillagechristianchurch.com/

WESTMONT              9-0     4-0

ROMEOVILLE           10-1    4-0

JOLIET CENTRAL       7-1     3-0

BOLINGBROOK         7-1     1-0

BENET                        8-2     1-1

DG NORTH                7-2      2-1

MAINE SOUTH          6-2     1-2

NORTHRIDGE            6-3     2-0

DG SOUTH                 6-4     2-1

MINOOKA                  5-4     2-1

LOCKPORT                 5-4     0-1

JOLIET WEST              5-5   2-2

PLAINFIELD NORTH  4-4     2-1

NOTRE DAME            4-5     1-1

PLAINFIELD EAST      4-5     1-2

PLAINFIELD C.            3-5    1-2

MAINE EAST              3-5     0-3

LISLE                           3-7     1-2

NILES WEST               3-7     0-3

PLAINFIELD SOUTH  2-5     1-2

JCA                              2-10   1-1

– Compiled by Drake Skleba

WESTMONT                12-1       4-0      THRID AT WESTMONT/ICCP

JOLIET CENTRAL         11-2       4-0      THIRD AT BLOMINGTON

BOLINGBROOK           10-2       1-0      SECOND AT HINSDALE CENTRAL

ROMEOVILLE              12-3        4-0      FOURTH AT RICH SOUTH

MAINE SOUTH            10-3        1-2      STC EAST FIFTH AT HINSDALE CENTRAL

BENET                           9-4          1-1

MINOOKA                    9-5          3-1    3-1 AT YORK

DG  NORTH                  9-5          2-2

NORTHRIDGE              8-5          2-0

DG SOUTH                   9-6          2-1   10TH at YORK

PLAINFIELD EAST         8-6         2-2    CONSOLATION CHAMP AT PEKIN

PLAINFIELD NORTH     7-6        2-2     CONSOLATION CHAMP AT PONTIAC

NOTRE DAME               7-7        1-1

JOLIET WEST                6-7         2-2

MAINE EAST                 5-7         0-3

LOCKPORT                     5-7        0-1

LISLE                              6-9         1-2    3-1 AT PLANO

PLAINFIELD C               5-8         1-3

NILES WEST                  3-8         0-3

JCA                                 4-13      1-1      THIRD AT EAST AURORA

PLAINFIELD SOUTH     2-10       1-3

BOYS BASKETBALL TERRIFIC TEN

BOLINGBROOK         10-2     SECOND AT HINSDALE CENTRAL
JOLIET CENTRAL       11-2     THIRD AT STATE FARM IN BLOOMNGTON
MAINE SOUTH          10-3     FIFTH AT HINSDALE CENTRAL
ROMEOVILLE             12-3     FOURTH AT BIG DIPPER
BENET                          9-4      REDWINGS STRUGGLE AT MIGHTY PONTIAC
MINOOKA                  10-5     3-1 AT YORK
PLAINFIELD NORTH   7-6      CONSOLATION CHAMPS AT PONTIAC
PLAINFIELD EAST        8-6     CONSOLATION CHAMPS AT PEKIN
DG SOUTH                   9-6      10^TH AT YORK
DG NORTH                   9-5      BEAT ST. JOSEPH AT PROVISO WEST

ON THE BUBBLE WESTMONT 12-1

VOYAGER MEDIA PUBLICATION BOYS BASKETBALL TERRIFIC TEN
(PREVIOUS RANKING)

1. (1)  BOLINGBROOK          11-2     ESCAPE AT SANDBURG IN OT

2. (2)  JOLIET CENTRAL        12-2     STEELMEN FEEL THEY SHOULD BE NO.1 

3. (3)  MAINE SOUTH           11-3     HAWKS HAMMER MINNOKA ON SAT.

4. (4) ROMEOVILLE               13-3     MINOOKA INVADES THE VILLE TUES.

5. (6) BENET                           10-4     REDWINGS TAKE DOWN ST. PAT’S IN ESCC

6. (5) MINOOKA                     10-6    STAY IN SPC RACE WITH WIN OVER PLAINFIELD C.

7. (8) PLAINFIELD EAST          9-6     FOUR DOUBLE-DIGIT WINS IN A ROW FOR BENGALS

8. (9) DG SOUTH                     9-7     LOSE RIVALRY GAME TO TOUGH HINSDALE SOUTH

9. (10) DG NORTH                  8-5     AT WSC SILVER LEADER OAK PARK ON FRIDAY

(7) PLAINFIELD NORTH        8-7    FALL AT OSWEGO EAST; BEAT DEERFIELD ON SAT.

ON THE BUBBLE: 

WESTMONT  13-1   SENTINELS SQUEAK OUT WIN AT WILMINGTON
NOTRE DAME 8-8   DONS STILL IN ESCC RACE

VOYAGER MEDIA PUBLICATIONS BOYS HOOPS W/L RECORDS THROUGH 1/7

WESTMONT                  13-1    5-0

JOLIET CENTRAL           12-2    5-0

BOLINGBROOK             11-2    2-0

ROMEOVILLE                13-3    5-0

MAINE SOUTH              11-3    1-2

BENET                            10-4    2-1

NORTHRIDGE                  9-5    3-0

MINOOKA                      10-6    4-1

DG NORTH                       8-5     2-2

PLAINFIELD EAST            9-6    3-2

DG SOUTH                       9-7    2-2

PLAINFIELD NORTH        8-7    2-3

NOTRE DAME                 8-8     2-1

LISLE                                7-9      2-2

JOLIET WEST                   6-8     2-3

LOCKPORT                      5-8      0-2

PLAINFIELD CENTRAL    5-9     1-4

MAINE EAST                    5-9     0-4

NILES WEST                     3-9     0-4

PLAINFIELD SOUTH        2-12   1-4

• Compiled by Drake Skleba

Theresa C. “Terri” Marik

Theresa C. “Terri” Marik (nee Mayer), 69, a resident of Salem Village in Joliet, formerly of Plainfield, passed away on January 4 at her home. She was born November 3, 1948 in Chicago.

Beloved mother of Nancy (Nicholas) Robinson of Plainfield, Suzanne (Robert) Kokosz of Lockport, and Charles (Sarah) Marik of Winfield; adored grandmother of Trevor Charles and Colin Joseph Robinson; Reagan Theresa, Greyson Peter and Hayden Nancy Marik, devoted daughter of the late Peter and Marjorie (nee Kauss) Mayer, dear sister of Mary (Scott) Devenney, Carol (Larry) Lazar, Joanne Mayer and John (Jane) Mayer, fond cousin, aunt, great-aunt and friend of many, former spouse of Charles Raymond Marik.

Terri grew up on Chicago’s North Side and was a graduate of St. Benedict’s High School. She later earned an associate’s degree in computer science from Joliet Junior College. Over the years, Terri was employed as a postal carrier in Plainfield, drove a school bus for Plainfield Community School District #202 and worked as a realtor for Realty World Caton & Associates. Terri was a passionate fan of the science fiction franchise Star Trek and especially loved Klingons.

Visitation was January 8 at Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 15219 S. Joliet Road (Corner of Rts. 30 & 59), Plainfield. A celebration of Theresa’s life was held January 9 in the funeral home.

Interment: Plainfield Township Cemetery, Plainfield.

For more information, please visit www.overman-jones.com or call (815) 436-9221.

Robert J. Lewis, 90, a lifelong resident of the Plainfield area, passed away peacefully on January 2. He was born on March 4, 1927 in Joliet.

Bob is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 66 years, Lorraine (nee Timoney); his son, Larry (Cheree) Lewis of Shorewood; his grandchildren, Erik (Carol) Lewis of Plainfield, Mandy (Steve) Murtoff of Dallas, Texas, Dawn Irwin of Brodhead, Wis., and Nicole Irwin of Plainfield; his great-grandchildren, Chad Robert Lewis, Daniel and Abigail Anderson, Isabella and Ethan Murtoff. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert B. and Elizabeth Lewis and his cherished grandson, Chad Lewis.

Bob graduated from Joliet Central High School and was an All-State basketball player. He joined the U.S. Army Air Corps and served his country proudly during WWII. After his honorable discharge, Bob was employed at Commonwealth Edison for 35 years, and retired in 1986. Bob was a longtime member of St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, coached the Spartan basketball team, an active member of the funeral luncheon committee and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs and was thrilled to see them win the World Championship. Bob also enjoyed playing golf with his friends. He will be deeply missed and will be remembered as a true friend.

For those who like to leave a lasting tribute to Bob’s life, memorials to St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church would be greatly appreciated.

Visitation was January 7 at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, corner of Routes 30 & 59, Plainfield. The Mass of Christian Burial was January 8 at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, 15629 S. Route 59, Plainfield. Interment followed at St. Mary Immaculate Cemetery, Plainfield. For information please call 815/436-9221 or visit www.overman-jones.com

Robert Cary Anderson, 83, passed away peacefully on December 18, at Webster House in Palo Alto, Cal. He was born in Chicago on May 26, 1934.

Bob spent his formative years in Plainfield. He attended grade school in Plainfield and graduated from the Joliet Township High School. While in high school Bob was very involved in the ROTC program. He earned his bachelor degree in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois. After graduation, Bob joined the United States Air Force. He graduated from flight school and was proud to serve as a pilot and flew missions throughout Europe and the Azores. He spent a short time as an engineer with Lockheed Martin in California. He also enjoyed being a ham radio operator in his younger years. Bob was an intelligent man who possessed a warm personality and a wry sense of humor. He will be deeply missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Lorayne Anderson. He is survived by his cousin Don Cary Pearson, MD, JD and family residing in Lakewood, Wash.

Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Plainfield is handling arrangements. For information please call 815/436-9221 or visit www.overman-jones.com

By Drake Skeba
For the Bugle

On Saturday night, January 13, the Wheaton Warrenville South Martin Luther King Boys Basketball Tournament Final Four, was completed. Three of the four tournament semifinal spots were garnered by Voyager Media Publication schools.

The Redwings of Benet (12-4), who were supposed to be here, trounced Plainfield South 72-46 and Lake Forest Academy 70-54, to  be Final Four-bound on Monday. The Redwings will take on the Dukes of York (11-6), who stunned the defending-tournament champions and hosts, from Wheaton Warrenville South (13-4) in overtime, 41-39.

Our young guns from Notre Dame (10-8) and Plainfield East (12-7), surprised a lot of people here in Wheaton. Both the Dons and Bengals, who have on only one senior starter and are under the first-year tutelage of head coach Kevin Clancy at Notre Dame and Mike Fowler at Plainfield East, picked up huge wins.

Notre Dame opened up with Rockford Lutheran (8-10) on Saturday morning and put away the Crusaders 64-53. The Dons 6-9 senior center Dusan Mahorcic, scored 24 points, hauled down 15 rebounds and blocked 5 shots. A few hours later the  best was yet to come for “Deuce” and the Dons.

Taking on the tournament top-seed and state-ranked Huskies of Oak Park-River Forest (12-3), “Deuce” and the Dons’ fantastic-frosh Anthony Sayles, put on a show. Mahorcic scored only five points against the Huskies. Mahorcic blocked a  dozen Husky shots. “Deuce” altered another dozen Husky shots and picked up a dozen rebounds. Not a bad day for the man the Dons call “Deuce”.

All the freshman Sayles did was score 14 of his game-high 24 points, in the crucial fourth quarter, leading the Dons to a 61-56 victory

“I am really proud of our effort and energy,” Notre Dame head coach Kevin Clancy said. “When things got tough we really responded. Super impressive game by Anthony (Sayles). When Oak Park pressured him, he went right by them and remained in control going to the rim. “Deuce” changed the entire game by his amazing defensive effort. Oak Park did not want to go inside late in the game.”

“This was a great win and I owe all my success to my teammates,” Sayles said. “Deuce was outstanding. Jason Bergstrom hit some huge shots for us. We want to get two more wins on Monday.”

“We practiced hard all week with the goal, to come here and win this tournament,” Mahorcic said. “I couldn’t have accomplished what I did today without my guys. Sure I blocked a lot of shots but they all played so well, too.”

Plainfield East opened up the day with a hard-fought 43-40 win over Warren (10-7). Bengal sophomore Kyrell Daniel ( seven points), scored the last two  Bengal field goals, coming off the  bench for East, to finish off the Blue Devils. Sophomore Christian Shumate led the Bengals with 12 points and eight rebounds. Junior Yamani Shareef  chipped in with 11 points and nine rebounds.

“I try to bring energy to my team, when I come in the game,” Daniel said. “ This was a great win for us.”

“After the tough loss to Romeoville on Friday, I was concerned as to how we would come out and play today,” Fowler said. “We had a horrible third quarter but we some how won the game.”

In the final quarterfinal, the Bengals led 59-47 with three  minutes to go, over Rockford Auburn (10-8). Shareef (16 points) had just buried his second triple of the fourth quarter. Auburn roared back and pulled with in one 58-57, with 1:02 left in the contest.

unning their delay game to perfection, Shumate (nine points, nine rebounds) broke free for an easy basket for a 60-57 Bengal lead. With 11 seconds left, two Shareef free throws finished off the Knights, 62-57.

Plainfield South (3-15) lost to Benet Academy 72-46 and to Morton (8-9), by a 58-43 score. Diamond Presniakovas led the Cougars with 17 points against Benet and 15 points against Morton.

Area W/L Records through 1/13
JOLIET CENTRAL           14-2       7-0

WESTMONT                  13-2       5-1

ROMEOVILLE                15-3       7-0

BOLINGBROOK             12-2       3-0

MAINE SOUTH              14-4       3-2

BENET                             12-4      2-1

NORTHRIDGE                 11-5      5-0

PLAINFIELD EAST           12-7      4-3

DG NORTH                       9-6       2-3

NOTRE DAME                 10-8      2-1

MINOOKA                       11-9      4-3

DG SOUTH                        9-8      2-3

LISLE                                  9-9      3-2

JOLIET WEST                    8-8      4-3

PLAINFIELD NORTH         8-9      2-5

NILES WEST                      5-9      1-4

LOCKPORT                        5-9      0-3

MAINE EAST                    6-11     1-4

PLAINFIELD CENTRAL     5-11     1-6

JCA                                    6-14     2-1

PLAINFIELD SOUTH        3-15     2-5

Voyager Media Publications TERRIFIC 10

1  (1)  BOLINGBROOK    12-2        Morgan Park next on Monday
2  (2)  JOLIET CENTRAL  14-2        Steelmen host The Brook on Tuesday
3. (3)  MAINE SOUTH     14-4        3-1 week as Hawks soar past Niles North
4. (4)  ROMEOVILLE        15-3        Hold off upstart Plainfield Easton Friday
5. (5)  BENET                    12-4        Advance to WW South MLK Final
6. (7)  PLAINFIELD E.      12-7        Advance to WW South MLK Final 4
7  (NR) NOTRE DAME    10-8        Plainfield East next at WW South Final 4
8  (9)   DG NORTH           9-6          Henderson (23 points) leads Trojans past Libertyville
9. (NR) JOLIET WEST       8-8         Tigers movin ‘ on up
10 (6)  MINOOKA           11-9         Indians whip Peoria Central to stay TERRIFIC
On the Bubble  DG South 9-8, Westmont 13-2

The Zonta Club of Joliet is proud to award two $1,000 scholarships to young women in the community through the Young Women in Public Affairs Award.   Applicants must be 16 to 19 years old.

The goal of the Zonta International Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award Program is to encourage young women to participate in public affairs by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. In order for more women to be represented in key decision making positions worldwide, we must encourage young women to pursue careers or seek leadership positions in public policy making, government and volunteer organizations and further their education with these aims in view. ‘Public affairs’ refers to all aspects of community life where decisions have to be made about issues which relate to and affect those communities in which people work and live. The Awards Zonta clubs usually provide awards for club recipients.

The application can be found online at jolietzonta.org. Applications and questions should be sent to Mary Kapella at mkapel1@uic.edu. The application deadline is February 16.