Michael O'Brien

John Holecek was the best football coach in the state when he stepped down after leading Loyola to the state title in 2022. After a year away, he returned as an assistant. On Tuesday the school announced that Holecek is taking over the top job again. chicago.suntimes.com/high-school-fo…

Taft beats Young to win Public League baseball title at Wrigley chicago.suntimes.com/high-school-ba…

Highly recruited Mount Carmel receiver Quentin Burrell chose Michigan over Notre Dame, Arizona State and Missouri. chicago.suntimes.com/high-school-sp…

Excited for another MLK Day of Hoops! Grateful to have outstanding programs, athletes, and coaches making this a great day of basketball. @Geneva304 @GFBBP @GHS_ILathletics @HSBBALLjg @dhpreps @NestoHoops @joehoopsreport @michaelsobrien @mattjnow @northernilhoop @Sports4Illinois

Excited to announce the hiring of Nick Healy as the new Head Boys Basketball Coach. Coach Healy brings collegiate coaching experience and spent the past four years as the Varsity Assistant at Waubonsie Valley High school. Welcome to Panther Basketball, Coach Healy!

Neuqua Valley is looking for another game for next year. We are limited with dates but are looking for a game on either 12/1/26, 1/12/27, or 1/13/27. Feel free to DM if interested @NestoHoops @michaelsobrien @joehoopsreport @BigTimRevue

COMMITTED‼️🟠🔵 @BretBielema I want to thank God, my family, coaches, and everyone who supported me through this process. After a lot of thought, I’m proud to announce that I am committed to the Illinois Fighting Illini football! #ILL @AllenTrieu @GregSmithRivals @LWEGriffins

Deerfield High School is excited to announce Jack DiMatteo as the next Head Coach of Deerfield Boys Basketball.

CTU threatens to sue CPS over unpaid stipends for dozens of athletic directors. @mannycam has the story: chicago.suntimes.com/education/2026…

Neuqua Valley’s John Poulakidas, who starred in college at Yale and went undrafted, emerged as one of the great local stories in the closing weeks of the NBA season. The elite shooter talks about his journey, the late-season impact and what’s ahead. chicago.suntimes.com/nba/2026/05/05…

Thanks for everybody that thought they could give me a home I finally found the one I felt best for me and my future let’s hoop money run🤫🤫@BenUEagles1887 @CoachTownsend32

A fun one for a rainy Wednesday: @joehoopsreport ranks the 20 best men's college basketball players from Illinois this past season. Three Sun-Times Players of the Year crack the top four. chicago.suntimes.com/college-sports…

Following a breakout season at Belmont, Burlington Central’s Drew Scharnowski went in the portal and the high-majors came in droves. He’s now headed to a Blue Blood. The story on the rise of the big man and where he’s headed. chicago.suntimes.com/college-sports…

COMMITTED. ❤️🖤

Welcome, Brian Johnson, our new Head Boys Basketball Coach! Proven leader committed to a team-first culture and developing student-athletes. With 200+ wins, conference titles, and multiple regionals, he brings success and character to our program. Welcome to the family! 🐺🏀💙

Hancock Thanksgiving Tournament looking for 2 more teams possibly contact @FredoFondu8700 or DM me. @HSBBALLpg @michaelsobrien @nestohoops @joehoopsreport @scottybscout @mikeclarkpreps @mattjnow @BigTimRevue

𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐇𝐚𝐰𝐤𝐬. 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞. From 115th to the NFL Draft. Good luck to Carnell Tate, Jimmy Rolder, & Pat Coogan as they look to fulfill lifelong dreams and hear their names called in this year’s NFL Draft. #FAMILY // #HonorGloryFame // #115th

CTK (Chicago) is looking for a couple of non-conference games for next season. If interested please contact HC Troy Caldwell: troy.caldwell@ctkjesuit.org Hard Work! Gladiator Pride! 🏀🏆 @michaelsobrien @NestoHoops @tdc200 @Point_Guard21 @ILLHoopsScoops @joehoopsreport

Brother Rice (Chicago) is in need of a Week 2 opponent. We are open to home or away. Contact @BRice_Athletics or @CoachQuedenfeld if interested. @EDGYTIM @thesouc @PrepRedzone @mikeclarkpreps @michaelsobrien

Next Chapter. 💙 Proverbs 4:6-7 #TheBrotherhood @DukeMBB

It’s never too early to look ahead to next season. There will be more added as the summer plays out — and players move and others develop — but here are 15 teams ready for 2026-27. chicago.suntimes.com/high-school-sp…