St. Charles East and St. Charles North joined Geneva and Batavia in beating the Dec. 1 deadline for notifying the Upstate Eight they will be leaving to form a new conference . "The returnees/seniors are leading by example and believe in themselves. "We need to keep working hard and continuing to improve," said the coach. Volunteers coach 2nd grade students one hour a week and also serve in after-school Bible clubs. "The Burlington Central Tournament will be an eye opener for some of these younger girls," said Knapp. Come join women from all over the Upstate for one power-packed evening of worship, fellowship, truth, and encouragement! "This is my first year taking over the program and we have to build some great team chemistry," said Ruff, who brings some lofty goals into his debut campaign. Top new players: Jovana Govedarica, sr. (F, 5-7); Lauren Leider, sr. (G, 5-4); Kamila Piekarczyk, soph. (F, 6-2); Brayden Alderton, soph. Upstate Eight Conference Boys Championships. Here's a look at some of the best storylines through the first five weeks of the regular season in DuPage County, including Willowbrook winning three straight games after an 0-2 start, among others. South Elgin lost a lot of experienced talent to graduation, leaving Church with a bit of an unknown commodity this season. "Some big-time names have graduated. Newly opened schoolsBartlett High SchoolandNeuqua Valley High Schoollocated inNapervillejoined in 1998. Powered by: 8to18 Media, Inc. It was apropos, because there was definitely electricity in the air Friday night at Mel Eide Field. We are excited to announce that Meredith Andrews will be joining us at the Upstate Women's Conference and leading us in worship. Both conferences now have nine teams. Bartlett's Kelton McEwen averaged 13 points and 4 assists last year for the Hawks, who went 25-7. "It's been a great conference for the past 51 years. Meredith is an award-winning contemporary Christian artist with songs such as "Open up the Heavens" and "Make Room. Donna is the author of four books, Theres Gotta Be More; Seated: Living from Our Position in Christ; Leaving Ordinary, Encounter God through Extraordinary Prayer and Choose Wisely, Live Fully. (G, 5-4); Angelina Sagadraca, soph. We've had a great relationship with them and hope to continue that by playing the Elgin and Aurora schools and West Chicago in the future in nonconference.". Payton, Bryan, Gibson and Lamontagna combined to provide 17 points per contest a year ago. Lake Park High School and newly opened Streamwood High School were added in 1979, which led to a stable lineup for the next 12 years. Prior to the 2015-2016 school year, Metea Valley High School . (F, 6-0). Elizabeth Endriukaitis, who served as a varsity assistant to Rosner the past two seasons, also was the Sabres' freshman head coach (2018-2020). Top returning players: Ari Pierson, jr. (G, 6-2); Jack Ryan, sr. (G, 6-1); Trevor Rehnstrom, jr. (G, 6-3); Aleks Jajic, jr. (F, 6-5). Worth noting: A year ago, the Bison was in the hunt for the Upstate Eight Conference title before falling 3 games behind eventual champion South Elgin. Top new players: Jackson Casebeer, jr. (F, 6-4); Tremare Reed, jr. (G, 5-9); AJ Jones, soph. Top new players: Melanie Lopez, sr. (G/F, 5-7); Mikayla Wilson, sr. (F, 5-8); Kanylah Young, jr. (G, 5-5); Mika Fields, jr. (G, 5-4); Alyssa Adeoti, soph. Top returning players: Jakob "Cheese" Blakley, jr. (G, 6-0); Darnell Wilder, sr. (G, 5-10); Adrian Colen-York, sr. (G, 6-3); Armani Ivy, sr. (F, 6-2). The Tomcats face Plainfield North on Tuesday in their season opener, while competing at the Willowbrook Invitational Nov. 17, 19, 21-22. Joaquin Vargas of Streamwood High School was the 1st place winner at the 2021/22 conference in the freshman 182lb weight class. Donna is founder of Arise2Read, a partnership of evangelical churches and businesses with local school districts to help break the generational poverty cycle, through evangelism and literacy. It's all about levels. In recent years, it's become more difficult for some Upstate Eight schools to field teams at even the sophomore level, let alone a B level for freshmen. I like the talent we have but know that our brutal nonconference schedule (Willowbrook, Benet, St. Charles North, Fremd, Burlington Central) will push the physical and mental growth for everyone." That next year Wheaton Community was renamed Wheaton Central when the district split. South Elgin cruised to the team title at this year's UEC tournament at East Aurora, posting 250.5 points to second-place Glenbard East's 194 points. Top new players: Terrell Young, soph. Church at The Mill | 4455 Anderson Mill Rd. Each night will be a battle and we will always need to bring our best to compete." (F, 6-2); Derek Clark, jr. (F, 6-3); Luis Vergara, jr. (G, 5-10); Ethan Zagore, jr. (F, 6-1); Nathan Dinse, sr. (F, 6-2). Glenbard South's Allie Mizwicki, right, is one reason the Raiders are hoping to improve on their 11-7 Upstate Eight record. The high schools of the Upstate Eight Conference are located inKane County,Cook County, andDuPage County. Coach: Elizabeth Endriukaitis (1st year). Waubonsie Valley High School, located in Aurora, joined in 1991. Southern Illinois River-to-River Conference. 1. I think that Glenbard South, East Aurora and Fenton will shock some people. Athletic directors will meet Thursday. The conference unloaded a lot of talent but there are still players in the conference who are going to keep the Upstate Eight on the map." The Royals open their season Monday at the Rockford Tip-Off Classic and begin conference play at Glenbard East on Dec. 1. Larkin graduated several standouts from a year ago, including Fox All-Area Captain Damari Wheeler-Thomas (now at North Dakota State) and Fernando Perez, Jr. "We lost a lot of production from last year -- lost a lot of leadership and playmaking," said Larkin coach Deryn Carter. Glenbard North High School declined an invite from the Upstate Eight Conference to join. (G, 5-5); Ceci Desarden, soph. Upstate Eight 2020-21 * Last updated at 12:25 pm on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 Print this page. "He really came on for us toward the end of last year." Sep 21, 2021 8:16 AM - Here's a look at some of the top storylines through the first four weeks of the season, including an impressive offensive outing for Kaneland, Graham Borden coming on strong for Geneva's defense, and Jalen Buckley and Vince Solano coming up big at Batavia. Fenton defeats Aurora East 66-50. The conference unloaded a lot of talent but there are still players in the conference who are going to keep the Upstate Eight on the map." South Elgin opens its season Tuesday against Willowbrook at the St. Charles East/Ron Johnson Thanksgiving Tournament and begins UEC play against Glenbard South on Dec. 1. For the 2015-2016 athletic season,Metea Valley High School,Neuqua Valley High School, andWaubonsie Valley High Schoolleave the Upstate Eight conference for theDuPage Valley Conference. In selecting the field of 256, wins are the most important playoff selection criterion. Moore, SC 29369. . "We're looking to continue the improvements made during the second half of last season," said West Chicago coach Bill Recchia. "But we feel we have multiple options, and we're under no pressure.". "This team comes to practice every day with a great attitude and work ethic, so the sky is the limit for this group.". And the second quarter was key. Top returning players: Jasmyn Trigueros, soph. Streamwood's home opener is on Dec. 5 against Oswego. Top new players: Dimitre Petrasiunas, soph. "With 14 returning players and all five starters, we hope to improve coming off an excellent, competitive summer," coach Nick Bumbales said. Also, the schools don't field teams in as many sports as the St. Charles schools, with water polo being one example. "We are not going to be the same type of team, but we will have some of the same qualities that we have always had." Feb 7, 2023 9:39 AM - Elgin native and 1975 Larkin High School graduate Dave Huxtable, a career college football coach, has landed his first NFL job. "We will have to figure some things out while he is not playing. Here's a look some of the best football matchups in the Fox area for Week 5, including 4-0 South Elgin playing 4-0 Glenbard East, and Batavia also in a 4-0 matchup vs. Glenbard North. On the basketball court, Brown averaged a double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds per game last season. "With so many new coaches in the conference, it will be interesting to see how teams shape up come February." Shubh Mangrola, a senior guard, comes off the bench for Bartlett.He came up big Tuesday night in a battle with East Aurora for third place in the Upstate Eight Conference. Glenbard East High School and West Aurora High School will return to the Upstate Eight Conference for the 2014-2015 athletic season, leaving the DuPage Valley Conference. Top new players: Sneha George, frosh. The Rams begin their season Monday against Glenbard North in the annual District 87 Thanksgiving Tournament. (G, 5-9); Rheayanna Ferguson, frosh. Upstate Eight Football Standings State Illinois Season Varsity 22-23 Teams in Conference 10 The Upstate Eight Conference (UEC, U8C, or Upstate 8) is an organization of ten high schools in northeastern Illinois, representing ten communities in Chicago's suburbs. If you notice an error in the conference standings, please let us know immediately. St. Charles High School split into St. Charles East andSt. Charles Northin 2000, with St. Charles North joining in 2001. Our recaps of the 2018-19 high school basketball season continue with the Upstate Eight and West Suburban Gold and Silver conferences. "It might be easier in football, harder in volleyball or sports where you play double round-robin but still want to get out of your league to play some.". Elgin earned Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Academic All-State Team accolades last season. "We will be able to shoot it and hopefully our defense will be aggressive," said Wolfsmith, who owns a 253-182 mark. West Chicago did not have a sophomore football team this season. (G, 5-4); Brooke Buenafe, soph. A year ago, the Rams jumped off to a 9-4 mark in conference games before dropping their last 5 contests. The conference currently oversees a total of 17 sports. Maine South blows out South Elgin to reach quarterfinals . Glenbard East begins UEC play against Bartlett on Nov. 29. South Elgin's Victor Sison (5) moves around Larkin's Darnell Wilder (13) during an Upstate Eight Conference game in South Elgin on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023. Whether youre burned out, feel isolated, about to give up, or standing well, we want to invite you to be a part of a gathering that will change your life and remind you that you are loved and not alone. The Hawks, who open their season Tuesday night against Maine West at the Schaumburg Thanksgiving Tournament, begin their home campaign on Dec. 2 against West Chicago. "We're excited to start a new chapter at Elgin," said Johnson, whose team returns Hollian, who averaged 10.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.5 steals per game last season. The Raiders open UEC play against West Chicago on Dec. 7. Worth noting: Miller, who is in her 26th year of teaching at Glenbard East, knows what she wants from her team. Trevor Burnett ran for 121 yards and Michael Champagne threw for 235 and 4 TDs as Glenbard South moved to within a win of becoming playoff-eligible with a UEC win against visiting Larkin. Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Famer George Rosner retired after serving two long stints as Streamwood's head coach (1980-92, 1997-2022) and compiling 468 victories during his 41-year coaching career. West Aurora officials said the primary reason to shift conferences is to improve opportunities for students after four of the Upstate Eight Conference's stronger programs Batavia, Geneva, St . The Royals' top returnee, Jakob "Cheese" Blakley (13 ppg), will be sidelined for the first couple months due to an injury. 105,408 views 0 shares: Upstate Eight Conference Meet , Bartlett High School Track & Field and Cross Country - Bartlett, Illinois , Batavia Sr High School Track & Field and Cross Country . In 1965 Glenbard East left to join the Des Plaines Valley League and was replaced by St. Charles High School. "There are a few top tier teams that will compete for the conference title but the other 6 or 7 (teams) will battle it out each and every night.". Top returning players: Elias Cole Williams, sr. (G/F, 6-1); Victor Sison, sr. (G/F, 6-2); Mason Montgomery, sr. (G/F, 6-1); Sean Harvey, sr. (F, 6-7); Jake Tiakhiao, sr. (G, 5-11). Four of those five defeats were by 5 points or less. Limited tickets will be available to purchase at the doors beginning at 5:30 PM. "We could easily go on as nine schools, or we could reach out to others. She and her husband reside in Texas and are the proud parents of two very lovely daughters and have four handsome grandsons. Ellen holds the following degrees: M.A. Formed in 1963 its charter members were DeKalb High School, East Aurora High School, Elgin High School, Larkin High School, Glenbard East High School, Naperville Community, West Aurora High School and Wheaton Community high schools. "We actually have very little varsity experience.". The two schools voted unanimously to accept the invitation to the Upstate Eight Conference starting in the 2014-2015 season. (F, 5-8). It's a move made to put the St. Charles schools in a conference with schools of similar participation levels and leaves remaining Upstate Eight teams pondering the league's future alignment. Young men and women may compete in basketball, bowling, Dance, cheerleading, cross country, chess, golf, gymnastics, soccer, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field, speech, and volleyball. Paul Valade | Staff Photographer, Kaitlyn Hoffing returns to lead a Fenton squad coming off a 26-6 season. 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