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Oswego senior Dekker Zelensek embraces football late

Dekker Zelensek was a late starter to football, with good reason – his mom didn't allow him to play at a young age. He played soccer growing up, and didn't start football until the eighth grade. Now he is expected to be Oswego's lead running back this season.

By Joshua Welge●

Montini QB Izzy Abrams ready to ascend to the next level

Izzy Abrams has had a calendar year that would make a young man dizzy. The Montini quarterback was not even promised playing time going into last season. And then he led the Broncos to the Class 3A championship. A recruiting circus followed, and now he has upwards of 20 offers.

By Joshua Welge●

DeKalb County 2025 football preview: Kaneland Knights

A very young and inexperienced Kaneland team started last year 4-0 and made the playoffs. Starters return in 17 positions this year as expectations are high for what is now an experienced and explosive team.

By Eddie Carifio●

Newman undeterred by key losses

Despite losing some key veterans on both sides of the ball, the Newman Comets believe their younger players will step up to help the returning starters to keep their playoff streak going.

By Ty Reynolds - Shaw Local News Network correspondent●

Northwest Herald girls swimming preview: 5 to watch in 2025

Check out our five top girls swimmers to watch in the Northwest Herald area for the 2025 season.

By Alex Kantecki●