Here is a look at all 16 girls basketball teams in the Sauk Valley coverage area for the 2024-25 season.

The Skyhawks play their first home game of the season on Saturday at 3 p.m. against Wilbur Wright Community College. Sterling grad JP Schilling leads the team in assists.

Jossy James scored 18 points and Madison Austin had a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds in a Sterling win, Carlee Grobe's 16 points led Polo, Dixon and Oregon boys bowling won, and more in Thursday's SVM roundup.

With only one returning starter and not a lot of size, Rock Falls coach Daniel Herrera looks to instill confidence and good effort on defense. Elizabeth Lombardo will be the team's floor leader at point guard.

Oregon's Aniyah Sarver scored 30 points in a win over West Carroll as coach Angela Reynolds won her first game, E-P beat Rock Falls, Dixon and Amboy both won, and more in Wednesday's Sauk Valley roundup.

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Riverdale defeated Bureau Valley 56-34 during the Thanksgiving Tournament on Wedenesday, Nov. 20, 2024 at Bureau Valley High School.

Here are five of the top girls basketball players to watch this season, including reigning SVM player of the year Camryn Veltrop of Morrison. Dixon, Eastland, Polo and Sterling also return standouts.

Joslynn James and Madison Austin combined for 33 points in a Sterling (2-0) win, Brooklyn Smith and Gisselle Martin combined for 29 points in a Newman (2-0) win, the Milledgeville girls won and more in Tuesday's Sauk Valley roundup.

The Sterling girls basketball team looks to play fast and with depth, led by 6-foot-3 Illinois State signee Madison Austin. Here is a look at the Golden Warriors this season.