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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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Lil Stingerz Registration now open for the Summer Session

Posted on June 6, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lil Stingerz Registration now open for the Summer Session
Lil Stingerz Registration now open for the Summer Session

Lil Stingerz Registration now open for the Summer Session Orland Park Sting FC is VERY EXCITED to announce that we will be hosting a Summer Session of the Lil Stingerz Program! This program is Open to BOTH Boys and Girls ages 3-6. This program features: 6 Professionally Trained Soccer Skills Clinics. Clinics will be geared…

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Northwood Esports wins Rocket League World Championship

Posted on June 6, 2022June 6, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Northwood Esports wins Rocket League World Championship
Northwood Esports wins Rocket League World Championship

Northwood Esports wins Rocket League World Championship Sunday’s victory caps the Grand Slam of Collegiate Rocket League events Northwood University’s Esports Team on Sunday won the Collegiate Rocket League World Championship in Dallas, Texas. “This victory is something these students will remember for the rest of their lives,” said Esports Coach Cody Elsen. “I am…

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Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 

Posted on June 4, 2022June 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 
Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 

Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime  Rookie center Jamieson Rees scores game-winner 2:26 into extra time; Wolves and Stockton play Game 2 Monday night at Allstate Arena Rookie center Jamieson Rees’ rebound goal 2:26 into overtime lifted the Chicago Wolves to a 5-4 victory over the Stockton Heat in…

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Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals

Posted on May 28, 2022May 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals
Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals

Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals Leivo’s hat trick knocks out Milwaukee Wolves host Game 1 of Western Conference Finals on Friday, June 3. Chicago hosts either Stockton or Colorado in Game 1 on Friday, June 3 Veteran forward Josh Leivo produced his second professional hat trick as the…

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Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep

Posted on May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep
Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep

Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep Led by Noesen’s hat trick, Chicago ties franchise postseason record with eight goals, Orland Park’s David Gust scores two goals to help Chicago Wolves win Game 2 of the Central Division Finals Orland Park native David Gust scored two goals in the first period…

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Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals

Posted on May 21, 2022May 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals
Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals

Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals Three second-period goals lead to 6-2 win; Chicago hosts Game 2 at 3 p.m. Sunday The Chicago Wolves reeled off three straight goals in the final 11 minutes of the second period to trigger a 6-2 victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Saturday night at Allstate Arena in…

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Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards

Posted on May 1, 2022May 1, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards
Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards

Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards Poturalski, Noesen, Lyon honored to highlight league’s best team. The American Hockey League announced Sunday that Chicago Wolves forwards Andrew Poturalski and Stefan Noesen and goaltender Alex Lyon earned prestigious honors while helping the Wolves claim the Macgregor Kilpatrick Trophy as the league’s regular-season champions. The American Hockey…

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Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back

Posted on April 29, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back
Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back

Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back Event is Part of Ali Festival 2022. Offering Community Service Opportunity to Highlight Ali’s Spirit of Giving Muhammad Ali won 37 fights by knockout in his illustrious career, and in his honor the Muhammad Ali Center and Metro United Way are teaming up to…

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Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style

Posted on April 29, 2022April 29, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style
Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style

Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style All-Stars Poturalski and Noesen score in third and Drury posts two goals Hours after being named to the AHL’s First All-Star Team, Andrew Poturalski and Stefan Noesen both scored during a four-goal third period as the Chicago Wolves earned a 6-3 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins…

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Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record

Posted on April 25, 2022April 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record
Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record

Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record Noesen, Ponomarev score two goals each and Poturalski earns three points. Chicago Wolves defeat Grand Rapids Griffins. Break season point percentage record set in 2000 Turner Cup Championship team Stefan Noesen and Vasili Ponomarev scored two goals apiece to pace the Chicago Wolves to a 6-2 victory…

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Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins

Posted on April 22, 2022April 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins
Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins

Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins Poturalski, Panik and Gunler post 1 goal and 1 assist apiece at Grand Rapids Josh Leivo dished out three primary assists to lead the Chicago Wolves to a 4-2 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins Friday night at Van Andel Arena. Forwards Andrew Poturalski, Richard Panik and Noel…

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Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars

Posted on April 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars

Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars Chicago falls behind 2-0, but Smallman’s late goal caps big rally for win Center Spencer Smallman scored with five minutes left to cap a fierce rally and give the Chicago Wolves a 4-3 victory over the Texas Stars Friday night at…

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Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback

Posted on April 3, 2022April 3, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback
Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback

Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback Noesen scores twice and Drury adds 4 points as Chicago responds with decisive win Stefan Noesen scored his league-leading 36th and 37th goals and Winnetka native Jack Drury racked up a career-high four points as the Chicago Wolves knocked off the Milwaukee Admirals by a 6-1 count Saturday night…

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Chicago Wolves suffer rare loss, to Milwaukee Admirals

Posted on April 2, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves suffer rare loss, to Milwaukee Admirals
Chicago Wolves suffer rare loss, to Milwaukee Admirals

Chicago Wolves suffer rare loss, to Milwaukee Admirals Chicago takes early lead, but Milwaukee rallies in penalty-laden affair Chicago Wolves rookie forward Jamieson Rees scored early, but the Milwaukee Admirals rallied for a 4-1 victory Friday night at Panther Arena. Josh Leivo and Josh Drury assisted on Rees’ goal for the Wolves (40-12-5-5), who lost…

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Chicago Wolves rally to corral Texas Stars

Posted on March 3, 2022March 3, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves rally to corral Texas Stars
Chicago Wolves rally to corral Texas Stars

Chicago Wolves rally to corral Texas Stars Young guns Ryan Suzuki and Jack Drury score crucial goals in Chicago win Winnetka native Jack Drury’s shorthanded goal midway through the third period served as the game-winner as the Chicago Wolves rallied for a 5-3 victory over the Texas Stars Wednesday night at Allstate Arena. Forwards Stefan…

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Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games

Posted on February 13, 2022February 14, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games
Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games

Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games Noesen’s late goal gets Wolves to overtime, but Rockford takes the shootout Stefan Noesen’s late goal earned the Chicago Wolves extra time, but the Rockford IceHogs recovered for a 4-3 shootout win Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Forwards Ryan Suzuki and Jack Drury also scored for…

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Chicago Wolves valiant rally falls short against Rockford IceHogs

Posted on February 12, 2022February 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves valiant rally falls short against Rockford IceHogs
Chicago Wolves valiant rally falls short against Rockford IceHogs

Chicago Wolves valiant rally falls short against Rockford IceHogs Chicago scores 3 in final 22 minutes, but needs one more The Chicago Wolves doubled the Rockford IceHogs’ shot total Friday night, but wound up on the short end of a 5-4 decision in a fierce Central Division clash. Forwards David Gust, Andrew Poturalski and Jamieson…

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