St. Charles East brings back big-time punch on offense, but watch out for South Elgin and Oswego.

Louisiana Tech recruit Mackenzie Lorkowski, a senior goalkeeper, looks to lead Burlington Central back to state.

Valparaiso commit Brandon Pelz, a senior right-handed pitcher, returns for fourth varsity season to pace Bartlett.

Waubonsie Valley begins at top, but keep an eye on Geneva, South Elgin, Kaneland and St. Charles North.

Waubonsie Valley’s Ben Schwieger, who played three years in college at Loyola, helps Northern Iowa reach NCAA tourney.

Illinois State recruit Danyella Mporokoso is Waubonsie Valley’s all-time leading scorer with 2,979 points.

Two players each from Waubonsie Valley, Aurora Central Catholic and St. Charles East lead first three teams.

Jeffrey Hassan scores 10 points as Kaneland rallies before losing 49-49 to Deerfield in OT in a Class 3A state semifinal.