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Wildcat Chronicle

They players might be young, but the Varsity Wildcat basketball team gave a strong performance in their home opener, suggesting the season ahead will be a promising one.

[PHOTO ESSAY] Boys’ basketball home opener loss shows promise for season to come

By Tommy Murphy, Reporter December 10, 2024

With a fired-up crowd, the sounds of cheers mixed with the pounding of a dribbling ball, the Wildcats went head-to-head with the Warriors but fell short of the win on December 3. Although the Wildcats...

At an earlier meet this season, the Wildcats took on the Elmwood Park Tigers at home in Bishop Gym.

Wildcats wrestlers shine at Marmion Cadet Classic

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff December 8, 2024

The West Chicago Wildcats wrestling team competed at the Marmion Cadet Classic on Nov. 27. The annual Varsity tournament, held at Marmion Academy, featured competitive matchups across multiple weight classes,...

[PHOTO ESSAY] XC Wildcats’ last pack run

[PHOTO ESSAY] XC Wildcats’ last pack run

By Gabriella Castro, Senior Reporter November 7, 2024

Cross country is a sport dedicated to running at a fast pace for a long time. The key to the sport - like many others - is consistency and a good mindset. A runner’s mind gives out first, rather than...

Coach Adam Chavez comforts senior Tommy Murphy after the team's loss to the Ironmen in round one of the playoffs.

[PHOTO ESSAY] Play by play, brick by brick

By Miley Pegg, Content Specialist November 2, 2024

The West Chicago Wildcats' season ended in a hard-fought battle against the Normal Community Ironmen, falling 41-16, but the scoreboard could not capture the grit and heart that carried them there. In...

The UEC championship meet on Oct. 26 proved the Wildcats' dominance in the pool: not only did they take first place, but they often found themselves racing each other.

West Chicago girls’ swim claims Upstate Eight title

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff, Reporter October 28, 2024

The West Chicago Community High School girls' swim team delivered an impressive performance at the Upstate Eight Conference Championships on October 26, securing first place overall. With standout results...

The team gathers before the Oct. 25 regional final to go through their game day ritual.

Boys’ soccer falls to Geneva in regional finals

By Dominic Wasserstrom, Reporter October 26, 2024

Special thanks to reporter Emyreth Barrera for her help with this article. The West Chicago Wildcats’ strong postseason run came to an abrupt halt Friday night as they faced the Geneva Vikings in...

The Bison and the Wildcats squared off on Oct. 25 at Memorial Stadium.

Wildcats secure dramatic victory over Fenton on Senior Night

By Ja'Nyah Villa, Editor-in-Training October 26, 2024

The Wildcats capped off their regular season with a nail-biting 36-35 win over Fenton on Senior Night, pushing their record to 6-3 and securing their spot in the playoffs. The game itself was a battle...

Senior Sophia Newell prepares to serve the ball in the Oct. 23 match-up against Addison Trail.

Volleyball home court win against Addison Trail

By Thomas Cabrera, Reporter October 26, 2024

The squeak of shoes, the blinding match lights, the sound of every ball hitting the floor: on October 23, the seniors of the West Chicago Wildcats girls' volleyball team fought upon their home court for...

The Wildcats defeated the Bulldogs during the Homecoming game on Oct. 18, making West Chicago play-off eligible for the second year in a row.

[PHOTO ESSAY] Homecoming victory secures second consecutive playoff appearance

By Mariah Varnado, Senior Reporter October 22, 2024

The roar of the crowd, the vibrant neon colors of the student section, and the cheerleaders’ enthusiastic chants filled the air. The smell of buttery popcorn wafted through the stands as the band played...

The Wildcats and the Bulldogs get ready for the snap in the first quarter.

Wildcats destroy Bulldogs on Homecoming

By Miley Pegg and Finn Gallagher October 18, 2024

Homecoming 2024 was an exciting night for the many alumni and fans who joined the stands as the Wildcats won, 41-10, in their matchup against the Riverside-Brookfield Bulldogs, making the Cats playoff...

Once again, the seniors were the victors in the powderpuff showdown that pitted upperclassmen against each other on Oct. 18.

Seniors claim victory in annual powderpuff game

By Ana Hurtado, Reporter October 18, 2024

Looking for Logan Reed's photo essay on the powderpuff game? Click here. The seniors secured the annual powderpuff game, beating the juniors 56-35 at Memorial Field at West Chicago Community High School.  Although...

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