IHSA Releases Schedule For Winter And Spring Sports

Seven sports are now allowed to begin practicing to prepare for contests as soon as February.

Winter Sports Can Start Now, Football On March 3: IHSA

The move follows last week's updated guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health regarding resuming athletics.

All High School Sports Can Be Played In Phase 4: IDPH

Region 3 (southwest Illinois), Region 5 (Southern) and Region 6 (East Central) qualify for full resumption of athletics, per new guidance.

IHSA, State Health Officials Meet Though Sports Remain On Pause

Deputy Governor Jesse Ruiz was also part of Thursday's discussion regarding coronavirus mitigations.

Winter Sports Not Expected To Be Played In 2020: IHSA

The Illinois High School Association Board met virtually Wednesday in an update session regarding Tier 3 coronavirus mitigations.

IHSA Follows Pritzker's Lead In Pausing Winter Sports Season

Illinois High School Association Executive Director Craig Anderson said all sports and activities will cease by Friday for the "short-term."

Pritzker Pauses Winter Sports Season Amid Coronavirus Mitigations

The governor's office and Illinois Department of Public Health have declined invites to Thursday's Illinois High School Association meeting.

IHSA Invites Pritzker, IDPH To Talk Hoops At Next Meeting

The Illinois High School Association Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Nov. 19.

IHSA Defies Pritzker, Basketball Set To Start On Time

The Illinois High School Association Board also voted Wednesday to move the sport of wrestling from the winter season to the summer.

Winter Sports Put On Hold, Not Canceled, Amid Pandemic: Pritzker

Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Illinois health officials on Tuesday announced updates to winter safety guidelines for recreational sports.

IHSA Wins: Judge Denies Restraining Order In Fall Sports Lawsuit

A class-action lawsuit on behalf of student-athletes and parents was heard Thursday. The judge sided with the IHSA, citing the pandemic.

Lawsuit Demands Illinois High School Assn. Start Fall Sports

The class-action lawsuit on behalf of student-athletes and parents was filed Tuesday in DuPage County.

ProTech Making Football Safer Amid 'Vital' Need For Youth Sports

Sports safety innovation company Defend Your Head aims to make football safer, as there's "never been a more important" time for sports.

Pritzker Reiterates No High School Football This Fall In Illinois

Two rallies are planned Saturday in protest of the governor's stance in Chicago and Springfield.

Letter To Pritzker 'Greatly Misconstrued' On Social Media: IHSA

Craig Anderson, executive director, said the IHSA is seeking permission to resume control over determining the resumption of sports.

NFL Week 1: How To Watch Chicago Bears' Season Opener

The Bears will begin their season on Sunday on the road.

IHSA Adds Hate Speech, Harassment Policy To Protect Students

The IHSA Hate Speech and Harassment Policy is in effect for all postseason IHSA State Series contests and events.

Postseason Plan For Fall Sports Finalized: IHSA

Modified playoffs for girls swimming and diving, cross-country, girls tennis and golf were approved Monday by the IHSA Board of Directors.

IDPH Approves IHSA Modified Sports Plan

The Illinois High School Association Board of Directors voted in favor of the schedule for the 2020-2021 sports season on July 29.

IHSA Releases Sport-Specific Guidelines For Fall Athletics

High school sports are scheduled to officially begin Monday with a number of new guidelines in place amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Longtime Illinois Basketball Coach Lou Henson Dies At 88

Hall of Famer Henson, who guided the 'Flyin' Illini to the 1989 Final Four, was the school's all-time winningest coach with 423 victories.

Pritzker Places Restrictions On Youth Sports, IHSA Responds

The Illinois High School Association opts to move football, boys soccer and girls volleyball from fall to spring 2021 season.

No Fall Sports: IL Elementary School Association

There are no plans to reschedule. IHSA hasn't yet decided the fate of high schools sports, which could also be canceled until 2021.

Petition To Save Sports Nears Signature Goal

The organizer is reaching out to Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Illinois High School Association and the Illinois Department of Health, among others.

Sports Delayed Until 2021? IHSA Considering The Possibility

The Illinois High School Association sent an email out to state athletic directors Wednesday floating the idea.

Lawyer Sues IHSA On Behalf Of His Kids, Other Student-Athletes

The Litchfield-based attorney filed the lawsuit Monday alleging the IHSA does not have authority to require student-athletes to wear masks.

IHSA Tightens Play Guidelines Amid COVID-19 Outbreaks In State

The move comes less than a week after Phase 4 of the Return to Play guidelines were implemented.

Contact Days Can Begin Sunday For High School Athletes: IHSA

The IHSA is implementing its Phase 4 Return to Play guidelines following approval from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

50 Players, Limited Spectators Allowed In IHSA Stage 2

The Illinois High School Association unveiled its plan Wednesday, with the intent of syncing up with Phase 4 of Restore Illinois.

IHSA Reveals Guidelines For High School Athletes Resuming Play

High schools in Illinois are now permitted to start holding strength and conditioning sessions, following coronavirus-related precautions.

Baseball Could Return In July; Pritzker: 'I Want To See Sports'

Professional sports could resume this summer or fall, and plans for an MLB season starting July 1 — without fans — are in the works.

IHSA Cancels Spring Sports Tournaments Due To Coronavirus

All spring sports tournaments have been canceled and summer activities have been suspended, the Illinois High School Association announced.

120-Fan Limit Placed On High School Basketball Games In Illinois

Spectator caps implemented by the Illinois High School Association limit attendance to 60 fans per school for the rest of the season.

These Illinois Cities Among 'Best For College Basketball Fans'

See where WalletHub ranked Chicago, Champaign and several other Illinois cities among nearly 290 U.S. spots.

How Well Illinois Prevents Student Athlete Deaths

The Korey Stringer Institute ranked each state based on how well it prevents sudden deaths among high school athletes. How IL did:

Illinois Gymnastics Coach Banned For Sexual Misconduct

Todd Gardiner, who taught at Illinois Gymnastics Institute in Westmont, is permanently ineligible to coach in USA Gymnastics.

Quick Lane Bowl Pits NIU v. Duke: What You Need To Know

The Huskies face off against the Blue Devils next month in Detroit. Find out when and how to watch the game.

Ex-NIU Athlete's Lawsuit Against Draft Kings, FanDuel Tossed

The former college football player said the fantasy sports sites profited off his name.

SPORTS BASH: A Celebration Of Champions - Saturday, September 9th

Sports Bash Fundraiser and Sports Hall of Fame Induction at the Joliet Museum

SPORTS BASH: A Celebration Of Champions - Saturday, September 9th

Sports Bash Fundraiser and Sports Hall of Fame Induction at the Joliet Museum