<description>Local baseball is underway and our teams (Loyola, New Trier, Highland Park) have found early-season successes. We talk what that means for the season. Do they have what it takes?  We do the same exercise for our softball locals, as Loyola and New Trier should be factors all year. 

We end with some boys hoops chatter. Sure, the season is over, but a pair of ex New Trier hoopers have made big college decisions. </description>

Local baseball is underway and our teams (Loyola,…

Local baseball is underway and our teams (Loyola, New Trier, Highland Park) have found early-season successes. We talk what that means for the season. Do they have what it takes?  We do the same exercise for our softball locals, as Loyola and New Trier should be factors all year. 

We end with some boys hoops chatter. Sure, the season is over, but a pair of ex New Trier hoopers have made big college decisions. 

Early Baseball Thoughts, College Hoops Moves — Episode 242

<description>New Trier girls hockey got it done for the second straight season, winning back-to-back state crowns for the first time since the early 2000s. We talk about their late-season and early-game surges, and hear from coach Ben Piskor. 

Then it's out with the cold and in with the spring season. We discuss early baseball, softball and soccer results, and give our thoughts on who's got the goods to make a run this spring.</description>

New Trier girls hockey got it done for the second…

New Trier girls hockey got it done for the second straight season, winning back-to-back state crowns for the first time since the early 2000s. We talk about their late-season and early-game surges, and hear from coach Ben Piskor. 

Then it's out with the cold and in with the spring season. We discuss early baseball, softball and soccer results, and give our thoughts on who's got the goods to make a run this spring.

Girls Hockey's 2nd Straight Title, Spring's Early Beginnings — Episode 241

<description>For the second time in three years, Loyola girls hoops advanced to the 4A title game, but unlike two years ago, the Ramblers fell short this time. We talk the how and why of the state-title game and also hear from coach Jeremy Shoenecker. 

New Trier Green hockey also came up short in the state title game, and we give that a look while also reviewing the upcoming girls hockey finals and our favorite moments of the winter season. </description>

For the second time in three years, Loyola girls …

For the second time in three years, Loyola girls hoops advanced to the 4A title game, but unlike two years ago, the Ramblers fell short this time. We talk the how and why of the state-title game and also hear from coach Jeremy Shoenecker. 

New Trier Green hockey also came up short in the state title game, and we give that a look while also reviewing the upcoming girls hockey finals and our favorite moments of the winter season. 

Runnerup Ramblers, Runnerup Green, Winter Rewind — Episode 140

<description>The Loyola Academy juggernaut powers on, winning sectional and supersectional girls hoops titles over the past week. We break down their championship chances and ask: Are the Ramblers amid a dynasty?  

Plenty more playoff hoops, from record breakers (NSCD) to season enders (New Trier). Plus, local swimmers and divers came home with several state medals, and we preview the hockey state championship on Friday.</description>

The Loyola Academy juggernaut powers on, winning …

The Loyola Academy juggernaut powers on, winning sectional and supersectional girls hoops titles over the past week. We break down their championship chances and ask: Are the Ramblers amid a dynasty?  

Plenty more playoff hoops, from record breakers (NSCD) to season enders (New Trier). Plus, local swimmers and divers came home with several state medals, and we preview the hockey state championship on Friday.

Final Four for Loyola Girls (again), More Playoff Hoops — Episode 239

<description>Lots going on and we eclipse the hour mark for the first time in a while as we talk postseason winter sports. Leading off, Loyola girls are off to the state's final eight thanks to a sectional win. Who can stop them? The boys are just getting started, and will Loyola and New Trier survive a tough Friday night? 

Plus, Ramblers wrestlers put on a show at the state championships. Is Kai Calcutt a Loyola legend? And we don't forget hockey or North Shore Country Day hoops in this one. </description>

Lots going on and we eclipse the hour mark for th…

Lots going on and we eclipse the hour mark for the first time in a while as we talk postseason winter sports. Leading off, Loyola girls are off to the state's final eight thanks to a sectional win. Who can stop them? The boys are just getting started, and will Loyola and New Trier survive a tough Friday night? 

Plus, Ramblers wrestlers put on a show at the state championships. Is Kai Calcutt a Loyola legend? And we don't forget hockey or North Shore Country Day hoops in this one. 

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