Bower showed the coaches' faith in him was well earned as Huntley downed Crystal Lake Central in comeback fashion, 26-21, in the season opener Aug. 25. Bower scored the game-winning touchdown on a three-yard run with less than two minutes to play.

Senior Nooa Hakala competed in American Junior Golf Association events the week of Aug. 7-12 prior to reporting for HHS practices.

“He finished up just in time to remain eligible for IHSA play. Having him back in our lineup gives us serious depth and we saw that in our scores at Crystal Lake Country Club,” Huntley head coach Colin Kalamatas said.

The Red Raiders beat Crystal Lake South, 157-207, for the Fox Valley Conference dual match victory Aug.

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The Red Raiders beat Lakes in non-conference action then defeated Crystal Lake Central and McHenry in Fox Valley Conference play. All matches were 2-0 wins. There was also one college selection.

Huntley senior setter Laura Boberg has selected University of Wiscinsin-Platteville for collegiate volleyball next season.

Boberg and fellow college commit outside hitter Morgan Jones (University of Missouri) as an outside hitter) believe the Red Raiders can accomplish big things this fall.

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The Red Raiders clash with Crystal Lake Central at Red Raider Stadium Friday, Aug. 25. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

A week earlier, the public had a chance to watch all levels of HHS football teams at a scrimmage.

“Scrimmage night was great,” Red Raiders head coach Mike Naymola said. “We got a lot of players reps and more importantly we got out with no injuries.”

Some starting positions were still contested recently.

According to the National Weather Service, high temperatures were expected to be near or over 100 degrees both days with the heat index reading of 110-115 degrees.

Area cooling centers are located at the following locations: lobby of Huntley Police Department, Lake in the Hills Village Hall, Algonquin Ganek Municipal Center, Lake in the Hills Irv Flores Safety Education Center and the Lakewood Village Hall.

The campaign, “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” is under way and runs through Labor Day weekend to the early morning hours of Tuesday, Sept. 5.

“No matter how you plan to celebrate summer's end, make sure you do it safely, according to a HPD press release announcement. “Motorists can expect to see roadside safety checks, more officers on the road and increases messaging about the dangers of impaired driving.

Seniors Zach Zuzzio, Luke Grubbs and junior Tommy Nitz attended a team building camp at Gunnison, Colorado.

“We got to run at 7,000 feet,” Grubbs said. “Last year the Buraks (Class of 2023 members Breanna and Brittany) went and introduced us to it.”

Some unusual summer conditions were present “There was ice in the rivers,” Grubbs said. The team concluded a preseason week of practice at the preseason team trials back at Deicke Park.

Lucas Gidelski, a sophomore, has been battling T-cell Lymphoblastic Cancer and is this year's Champions for Cures Champion.

“It was amazing, the support we have received from the community,” mom Kandice Gidelski said of the support Aug. 18. “Lucas was there in the stands with his sophomore football team buddies. He can watch from the sidelines this year if he wishes.”

Club 400 is located at Stewart McVicar's home and hosted a fundraiser to support Special Olympics of Illinois. An appearance by the Cubs World Series Champion 2016 Manager Joe Maddon was the highlight. Former Cubs players Jody Davis, Bob Dernier of the 1984 National League Eaat division winners and Ron Coomer and National Anthem singer Jon Vincent were also on the program.

Her high school career, though, had a different twist than most female golfers.

“I was the only girl on the boys' team at Crystal Lake South,” Allen said. “We started a girls' co-op team my senior year. It forced me to be more competitive and we made sectional our first year.”

Two decades plus later, Allen is leading the Red Raiders as she was named head girls golf coach after Anne Christensen retired.

The Red Raiders were Fox Valley Conference champions in both the regular season and post-season tournament. Wells is beginning his 18th season guiding Huntley girls tennis.

Top returning players for HHS include two state qualifiers who are sophomore Ella Doughty who earned runner-up at No. 1 singles and was a Class 2A state qualidier. Junior Kate Burkey, placed first in the FVC at first doubles and qualified for state with graduated Elaina Hibbeler.

Junior Taig Bhathal shot a score of 71 at Bridgestone Golf Club in Marengo Aug. 15 to become the first Red Raiders golfer to break par (72)since 2014. He edged Drew Scheenberg of Barrington by one shot for medalist honors. HHS finished with a team total of 321 strokes, to edge Mundelein's 321 score. Barrington won the three-team event with a total of 289.

A total of 35 teams competed with 24 sponsors supporting the event. The cash winning teams were finishing in first place, Stranger Flings, Josh Bullock and Pete Thayer and for second place, the Good Guys, Tony Flood and Jeremy Banner.

“The event was very successful,” Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nancy Binger said.

“We both teach physical education, but can go through a day when we don't even see each other,” football head coach Mike Naymola said.

“Fall is a crazy time, but we get it both being head coaches,” volleyball head coach Karen Naymola said.

The Naymolas have three daughters, Abbigail is a sophomore while Elizabeth is a freshman and Kylie is in seventh grade.

The cost is $50 per team and each team is guaranteed two rounds in the double elimination format. For more information and registration, visit Home - Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce

There will be giveaways, raffle prizes and cash awards for first and second place in the bags tournament.

Since its launch in May, Mobile Monday has rapidly become a beloved tradition, offering an array of food truck delights in the heart of the Huntley community,” Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nancy Binger said in a press release statement.

Times of the Mobile Mondays are 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at designated Chamber  businesses. The Mobile Mondays are open to the public.

Huntley Mayor Tim Hoeft, village trustees and Chamber of Commerce members attended. Hoeft gave congratulatory comments. Co-owner Barb Lincoln said the opening for a month now, has gone well. The new business venture of Lincoln Family Farmstead has a staff of 12. The menu at Lincoln House $ Co.

Pam Palmer and Pam White were co-chairman of the event. The day included food and drink and music performances including the Huntley Jazz Combo. Lion Jim Worten won the Culvers of Huntley custard eating contest.

All funds generated from this event will go back 100 % to organizations and individuals needing assistance that fall under the Lions Club's main causes: sight and hearing needs; hunger; childhood cancer; diabetes awareness; environmental concerns; disaster relief and humanitarian needs.