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Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26

Posted on April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26
Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26

Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26 CHICAGO (April 11, 2023) – Chicago Fire FC will face Chicago House AC in the third round of the 2023 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at 7 p.m. CT on Wednesday, April 26 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Ill. Broadcast information will…

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Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions

Posted on April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions
Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions

Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions Orland Park Sting FC is VERY EXCITED to announce that we will be hosting a Spring Session of our LIL STINGERZ and STING UNIVERSITY Programs! Program information can be found below. Registration is NOW OPEN for the SPRING Session of our LIL STINGERZ Program – Registration Closes April…

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Major League Rugby 2023 Championship to take place at SeatGeek Stadium July 8

Posted on March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Major League Rugby 2023 Championship to take place at SeatGeek Stadium July 8
Major League Rugby 2023 Championship to take place at SeatGeek Stadium July 8

Major League Rugby 2023 Championship to take place at SeatGeek Stadium July 8 Major League Rugby (MLR) announced today that the league has chosen to play the 2023 Championship Match at the home of MLR’s newest expansion team, the Chicago Hounds. SeatGeek Stadium will host the final on Saturday, July 8th in Bridgeview, Illinois. “Moving…

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Chicago Wolves top Stars for second win in a row

Posted on October 25, 2022October 25, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Chicago Wolves top Stars for second win in a row
Chicago Wolves top Stars for second win in a row

Chicago Wolves top Stars for second win in a row Josh Melnick had a goal and an assist while William Lagesson and Vasily Ponomarev also scored to lift the Chicago Wolves past the Texas Stars 3-1 on Tuesday at Allstate Arena. The Wolves also got strong goaltending from Pyotr Kochetkov to earn their second consecutive…

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Stagg Marching Band Pit Crew as efficient as a NASCAR pit stop!

Posted on August 31, 2022August 31, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Stagg Marching Band Pit Crew as efficient as a NASCAR pit stop!
Stagg Marching Band Pit Crew as efficient as a NASCAR pit stop!

Stagg Marching Band Pit Crew as efficient as a NASCAR pit stop! The team that does a lot of the work to help the Stagg High school band perform works behind the scenes like a NASCAR pit stop. The students are profiled in this feature With well-oiled precision, nearly one dozen Stagg High School Marching…

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International soccer returns to SeatGeek Stadium

Posted on August 7, 2022August 8, 2022 By News Editor 1 Comment on International soccer returns to SeatGeek Stadium
International soccer returns to SeatGeek Stadium

International soccer returns to SeatGeek Stadium Chicago Fire & Leon to meet on the pitch at SeatGeek Stadium this coming September 24th SeatGeek Stadium, will host a very exciting international friendly match between the Chicago Fire FC of the MLS and Leon FC, of the Mexican Premier League (Liga MX). Chicago Fire Football Club is an American professional soccer franchise based in Chicago….

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Chicago Wolves Noesen wins President’s Award

Posted on July 22, 2022July 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves Noesen wins President’s Award
Chicago Wolves Noesen wins President’s Award

Chicago Wolves Noesen wins President’s Award Chicago’s All-Star forward honored for excellence throughout 2021-22 season The American Hockey League has honored Chicago Wolves forward Stefan Noesen with the President’s Award for his overall excellence during the 2021-22 season. Noesen was recognized Thursday night during the AHL’s Awards Gala that capped the Board of Governors’ annual…

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Chicago Fire sets dates for “home games” at SeatGeek Stadium because of date conflicts with Soldier Field and Bears

Posted on July 22, 2022July 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Fire sets dates for “home games” at SeatGeek Stadium because of date conflicts with Soldier Field and Bears
Chicago Fire sets dates for “home games” at SeatGeek Stadium because of date conflicts with Soldier Field and Bears

Chicago Fire sets dates for “home games” at SeatGeek Stadium because of date conflicts with Soldier Field and Bears Chicago Fire FC announced Friday July 22, 2022 a venue change for the Club’s home matches to be held on Saturday, Sept. 10 against Inter Miami CF and on Sunday, Oct. 9 against the New England…

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Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards

Posted on July 18, 2022July 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards
Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards

Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards The Calder Cup champs add LaBate and Melnick from Central Division rivals The Calder Cup champion Chicago Wolves announced Monday they have signed forwards Joseph LaBate and Josh Melnick to Standard Player Contracts (SPC). LaBate, 29, has produced 52 goals, 59 assists and 592 penalty minutes…

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Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18

Posted on July 12, 2022July 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18
Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18

Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18 Iraq war veteran, West Point graduate and South suburban Illinois State Senator Michael Hastings hosts his annual Golf Classic to raise funds for his re-election Monday, July 18, 2022. Hastings has served with distinction for 10 years in the Illinois Senate representing Country Club Hills, Flossmoor, Frankfort, Frankfort…

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Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship

Posted on June 25, 2022June 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship
Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship

Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship Chicago earns its fifth league championship as Lyon posts the shutout and Lajoie, Poturalski, Gust and Leivo score Alex Lyon stopped all 28 shots he faced as the Chicago Wolves wrapped up their fifth league championship with a 4-0 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds…

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Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship

Posted on June 25, 2022June 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship
Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship

Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship Chicago seizes 3-1 series lead as Drury, Panik, Poturalski and Leivo deliver Rookie center Jack Drury and veteran forward Richard Panik scored first-period power-play goals to spark the Chicago Wolves to a 4-2 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds Friday night in…

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Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds

Posted on June 22, 2022June 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds
Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds

Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds Chicago’s rookie goaltender earns the shutout and Panik triggers the offense again Rookie goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov rejected all 36 shots he faced to lead the Chicago Wolves to a 4-0 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds Wednesday night in Game 3 of the Calder Cup Finals…

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Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

Posted on June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game
Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game Chicago scores four goals in first 11 minutes to dominate play and knot the Finals The Chicago Wolves reeled off four goals in the opening 11 minutes to trigger a 6-2 triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in Game 2 of the Calder…

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Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves
Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves Thunderbirds rally from 2-goal deficit; Chicago hosts Game 2 at 7 p.m. Monday Rookie defenseman Matthew Kessel scored his first goal as a professional 5:09 into overtime to give the Springfield Thunderbirds a 5-4 victory over the Chicago Wolves in Game 1 of…

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Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out
Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out

Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out The Mexico City Derby is part of Pretemporada MX, a two-day event at SeatGeek Stadium presents Liga MX’s Biggest Cross-City Rivalries between Club América and Pumas PRIMETIME Sports announced today that the Pretemporada MX 2022 Clásico match between Club América and Pumas to…

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Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

Posted on June 13, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run
Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run Stockton grabs second OT win in as many days; Chicago hosts Game 6 Tuesday night Defenseman Connor Mackey’s goal 14:27 into overtime lifted the Stockton Heat to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Wolves Saturday night at Stockton Arena in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Forwards Spencer…

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Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship
Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship

Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship Alex Lyon rejected all 23 shots he faced to backstop the Chicago Wolves to a 3-0 victory Wednesday night at Stockton Arena in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. Forwards Richard Panik, Ivan Lodnia and Stefan Noesen scored for the Wolves (9-1), who get their chance…

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