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McHenry volleyball sweeps Round Lake in regional opener: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

McHenry, Marian Central and Dundee-Crown won their postseason openers in volleyball, and more in Monday's Northwest Herald roundup.

By Alex Kantecki●

Photos: Earlville volleyball defeats Leland in the Class 1A volleyball Regional

Earlville defeated Leland 25-22, 25-20, 25-10 during the Class 1A volleyball Regional on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 in Somonauk. The Raiders will play Aurora Christian on Wednesday at 6p.m. at Somonauk High School.

By Scott Anderson●

What Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears said Monday after loss to Baltimore Ravens

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and some players met with reporters virtually Monday a day after the Bears’ four-game winning streak ended with a 30-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Here are three of the most interesting things they said.

By Michal Dwojak●

2025 IHSA football playoff pairings: First-round information for CCL/ESCC teams

There are over a dozen CCL/ESCC teams participating in the IHSA football playoffs this season. Among the playoff qualifiers are defending state champions Mount Carmel, Loyola, Nazareth and Montini. Here are all of the first-round matchups for CCL/ESCC teams.

By Russ Hodges●

Cary-Grove freshman running backs grow up quickly: McHenry County Week 9 notebook

Cary-Grove freshmen Ty Tenopir and Leo Zavala combined for 175 rushing yards and three touchdowns in the Trojans' 44-29 win over host Jacobs on Friday night. And info on Crystal Lake South's season in the McHenry County Week 9 notebook.

By Joe Aguilar●