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The Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry (30) works off the dribble against the Memphis Grizzlies Jordan Farmar in the third quarter at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif., on Wednesday, April 13, 2016. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group/TNS)

NBA Playoffs: First round preview

By Adam Reckamp
April 16, 2016

The 2015-2016 NBA regular season was one of the most memorable seasons in recent memory. It had a plethora of storylines, from Kobe’s drawn out retirement...

North Carolinas Justin Jackson (44) shoots as Pittsburghs James Robinson (0) defends during the second half of the quarterfinals of the 2016 New York Life ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 10, 2016, at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. (Ethan Hyman/Raleigh News & Observer/TNS)

Fantasy Masters March Madness Preview

By Adam Reckamp
March 21, 2016

With March Madness around the corner, the Fantasy Masters have teamed up with sports blogger Adam Reckamp to bring you predictions for the tournament. First-Round...

Huntley boys swimming ends season with sectionals loss

Huntley boys swimming ends season with sectionals loss

By Adam Reckamp
February 28, 2016

The Huntley boys swimming team finished their first season under new coach Brenda Czarnecki with a 12th place finish out of 13 teams at the St. Charles...

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler made a surprise appearance during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016. Fowler has agreed to a one-year contract with a mutual option with the Cubs. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

No more “Wait ’til next year”

By Adam Reckamp
February 27, 2016

he Dexter Fowler’s signing solidifies it: This year there will be no “Next year”.  This is the year the Cubs win the World Series for the first...

The Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry (30) drives past the San Antonio Spurs Kawhi Leonard (2) and Tim Duncan (21) in the first half at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif., on Friday, Feb. 20, 2015. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group/TNS)

Spurs-Warriors game preview

By Adam Reckamp
January 25, 2016

The story of the NBA this season has been the incredible success of the reigning NBA champion Golden State Warriors. After starting the season on a 24...

Huntley boys basketball preview

Huntley boys basketball preview

By Adam Reckamp
November 29, 2015

It may be varsity boys basketball head coach Will Benson’s second season as the leader of the program, but it feels an awful lot like his first season....

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) passes as San Diego Chargers outside linebacker Jeremiah Attaochu (97) rushes during the third quarter on Monday, Nov. 9, 2015, at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

Jay Cutler is not going anywhere

By Adam Reckamp
November 18, 2015

Whether you like it or not Bears fans, Jay Cutler is your franchise quarterback. For years Bears fans have bemoaned Jay Cutler for his inconsistency,...

New York Knicks Carmelo Anthony celebrates with Steve Novak after scoring the tying basket against the Chicago Bulls to send the game into overtime at Madison Square Garden in New York, Sunday, April 8, 2012. The Knicks beat the Bulls, 100-99 in overtime. (Errol Anderson/Newsday/MCT)

Why a Carmelo Anthony trade to Chicago makes sense

By Adam Reckamp
September 29, 2015

According to Zach Lowe of Grantland, the New York Knicks are getting close to trading their star forward, Carmelo Anthony. In a recent piece on Grantland...

Chicago Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau and guard Derrick Rose walk off the court after a 94-73 loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, May 14, 2015. The loss eliminated the Bulls. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

Bulls made a mistake letting Thibodeau go

By Adam Reckamp
June 2, 2015
Jerry Reinsdorf, you picked the wrong man. The Bulls organization is moving in the absolute wrong direction. At this point it is a well-known fact that the relationship between the Bulls front office and head coach Tom Thibodeau was broken beyond repair.
Parking at HHS is a problem

Parking at HHS is a problem

By Adam Reckamp
May 22, 2015
The parking at Huntley High School has gotten ridiculous. It has become an everyday occurrence for students to arrive at school, drive around the parking lot and find no parking spots. This issue is absolutely unacceptable but the school is not to blame.
The Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose (1) fights through the Cleveland Cavaliers Kyrie Irving (2) and Shawn Marion (31) in the first half at the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015. The Bulls won, 113-98. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

Bulls versus Cavaliers: Who wins?

By Adam Reckamp
May 6, 2015

The excuses have finally run out, this is the year the Chicago Bulls make that step they have been striving for since their exit in the 2011 Eastern Conference...

The Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry, right, looks on as the Atlanta Hawks Jeff Teague steals the ball from him late in the fourth quarter on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015, at Philips Arena in Atlanta. The Hawks won, 124-116. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution/TNS

NBA Top Ten Feb. 20 – Feb. 26

By Adam Reckamp
February 22, 2015
NBA top 10 games and predictions for the week of Feb. 20 - Feb. 26
The Los Angeles Clippers Blake Griffin flies through the air on his way to winning the NBA Dunk Contest as part of All-Star game festivities at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, on Saturday, February 19, 2011. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times/MCT)

Fixing the NBA All-Star Game

By Adam Reckamp
February 19, 2015
This All-Star Weekend was one of the best in recent memory. Zach Lavine’s dunking excellence; the best three point competition of all time and an entertaining shooting stars competition made this all-star weekend an event worth watching. The NBA All Star Game should work.
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (28) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner (54), defensive tackle Tony McDaniel (99) and cornerback Richard Sherman (25) on a run during the first quarter in NFC Divisional Playoff action at CenturyLink Field in Seattle on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015. (Jeff Siner/Charlotte Observer/TNS)

Sherman doesn’t deserve the hate

By Adam Reckamp
February 6, 2015
After the Seahawks massive choke against the Patriots in the Super Bowl, there was more than enough blame to go around. Pete Carrol was blamed for not running the ball while on the one yard line with the best running back in NFL, Marshawn Lynch. Russell Wilson was blamed for throwing the vital interception that cost the Seahawks the chance to become the first team to be repeat Super Bowl champs in over a decade. Richard Sherman received heavy criticism for….. well, nothing.
Huntley falls to Jacobs in blowout

Huntley falls to Jacobs in blowout

By Adam Reckamp
January 25, 2015
Going into Friday night’s game against Jacobs, Huntley (7-12, 2-2 FVC) was riding a hot streak, winning four of their last six games and placing well at the Wheaton MLK tournament. Huntley’s hot streak came to an end Friday night, falling to Jacobs 58-3.
Its time for Johnny football

It’s time for Johnny football

By Adam Reckamp
December 2, 2014
Back at the beginning of the NFL season, some three months ago, Johnny Manziel was still playing like an inexperienced college quarterback and lost a quarterback competition to career backup Brian Hoyer. Then the unthinkable happened, Brian Hoyer played out of his mind and led the Browns to a 6-3 record atop the AFC North division.
Five predictions for the upcoming NBA season

Five predictions for the upcoming NBA season

By Adam Reckamp
October 28, 2014

ith the 2014-2015 NBA season tipping off tonight, here are five bold predictions for the upcoming season. 1.  Spurs will repeat as champions I’m...

Derek Jeter in his trademark batting stance (Wikimedia Commons)

Jeter among the greats

By Adam Reckamp
September 29, 2014
Derek Jeter brought his hall of fame career to a close Sunday against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, leaving the game after an RBI single in the third. Jeter’s retirement after a historic 19 year career begs the question, Where does he rank among all-time great shortstops? The answer to that question is that Derek Jeter is the best shortstop in MLB history.
Top 10 reasons to start watching soccer

Top 10 reasons to start watching soccer

By Adam Reckamp
May 15, 2014
There is no better time to start watching soccer than now. The World Cup, the most viewed sporting event in the world, is starting on June 12. In the World Cup, the best players from in the world come together to compete in the best tournament in sports. The World Cup is soccer’s Super Bowl, and a perfect time to get into the sport. Watching the World Cup will not be challenging as hundreds of matches will be played in a months span, giving sports fans ample amount of time to check out a match or two.
Titanfall crushes the competition

Titanfall crushes the competition

By Adam Reckamp
March 30, 2014
Titanfall is an online only, Xbox and PC exclusive, first person shooter set in a sci-fi universe. The game is revolutionary in the first person shooter genre taking the best parts of many other successful shooters, and adding new mechanics to keep the game interesting.
Huntley routes Jefferson for Regional title

Huntley routes Jefferson for Regional title

By Adam Reckamp
March 8, 2014
During the post game handshakes after Rockford Jefferson's win over Rockford East in the regional semifinals, a fight broke out. Players and fans came to blows as the tension between the two teams boiled over. The IHSA handed down swift punishment on the Rockford Jefferson players involved in the fight, suspending three starters, two bench players and Jefferson's head coach for the game against Huntley. A depleted Rockford Jefferson squad was outclassed by Huntley in every way falling 77-29 in a game that was never even close.
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Bowl-Hi competes with corporate businesses

By Adam Reckamp
February 28, 2014
Owner Donald Zielinski strives to keep his small-town business thriving
Bobsledding at the Winter Olympics (Courtesy of MCT Campus)

Olympics for the win

By Adam Reckamp
February 27, 2014
During the summer of 2012 in London, England, more than 10,000 of the worlds best athletes from 204 different nations gathered together to compete at the worlds stage, the Olympics.
Coach Martin Manning speaks with his players during a timeout. Mike Krebs/ The Voice

Egekeze leads Raiders to fourth straight FVC title

By Adam Reckamp
February 22, 2014
Going into Friday night’s rivalry game at Jacobs, the Huntley boys basketball team had a one game lead on Jacobs in the Fox Valley Conference Valley Division with two games left to play. Led by Senior Amanze Egekeze’s 24 points, Huntley became conference champion for the fourth straight year, with a 39-35 win against Jacobs.
Everyone can cheer

Everyone can cheer

By Adam Reckamp
February 6, 2014
In May 2012, Huntley High School varsity cheerleader Lexi Gardocki approached the Huntley Cheer Association with an idea for a new cheer team, a special needs cheer team. The board agreed to the idea and Gardocki set out to form the team.
Huntley wins a thriller against Jacobs

Huntley wins a thriller against Jacobs

By Adam Reckamp
January 25, 2014
Huntley’s varsity boys basketball team entered Friday night’s game against arch rival Jacobs undefeated and first in the Fox Valley Conference Valley Division. With a win the visiting Jacobs team would take hold of first place in the conference. Huntley would not let that happen. Huntley defeated Jacobs 48-45 in a thriller at Huntley High School. The Raiders improved to 12-4 overall, and 5-0 in FVC Valley division.
Coach Martin Manning speaks with his players during a timeout. Mike Krebs/ The Voice

Huntley dominates Cary Grove in division opener

By Adam Reckamp
December 18, 2013
During the third quarter the Red Raiders already had a commanding lead. Senior Amanze Egekeze caught a pass in transition after a Huntley steal, took a few dribbles, and threw down a dunk. The already rowdy crowd exploded as the Huntley bench stood up in excitement. This was the highlight of an incredible night for 6-foot-8 Belmont recruit Amanze Egekeze.

The benefits of year-round school

By Adam Reckamp
November 26, 2013

By 1870, every state in America had a public school system. A normal school was in session for nine months during the fall, winter and spring and off during...

Image courtesy of MCT Campus

“Call of Duty: Ghosts” is not just another CoD

By Adam Reckamp
November 11, 2013
With new effects and features, the latest "Call of Duty" game gets gamers hooked.
Dion serves during a game.

Volleyball is in her blood

By Adam Reckamp
October 18, 2013

In June of 2013 during a national volleyball tournament on Navy Pier in Chicago, Ally Dion’s travel volleyball team, Sky High Volleyball, is playing...

Boys soccer shuts out Cary

Boys soccer shuts out Cary

By Adam Reckamp
October 3, 2013
The Huntley varsity boys soccer team defeated Cary Grove 3-0 on Thursday night at Al Boer field in Cary.
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