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Chicago Wolves return to AllState Arena with full 2021-22 Promotional Schedule

Posted on October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Chicago Wolves return to AllState Arena with full 2021-22 Promotional Schedule
Chicago Wolves return to AllState Arena with full 2021-22 Promotional Schedule

Chicago Wolves return to AllState Arena with full 2021-22 Promotional Schedule It all starts with Saturday night’s opener against Rockford The Chicago Wolves make their much-anticipated return to Allstate Arena this season buoyed by a promotional schedule laden with new giveaways, popular theme nights, meaningful community events and family-oriented experiences. “We are ecstatic to share…

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Chicago Wolves win exhibition game over Milwaukee Admirals

Posted on October 10, 2021October 10, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Chicago Wolves win exhibition game over Milwaukee Admirals
Chicago Wolves win exhibition game over Milwaukee Admirals

Chicago Wolves win exhibition game over Milwaukee Admirals Murray scores game-winner while Miletic produces two goals during game Saturday Oct. 9, 2021 Rookie forward Blake Murray snapped the game’s final tie with 2:30 left in regulation to lead the Chicago Wolves to a 5-3 exhibition victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Saturday night at the Wolves…

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Broadhurst, Murray and Mattheos score for Chicago Wolves

Posted on October 8, 2021October 8, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Broadhurst, Murray and Mattheos score for Chicago Wolves

Broadhurst, Murray and Mattheos score for Chicago Wolves The Chicago Wolves opened their brief exhibition schedule with a 5-3 loss to the Milwaukee Admirals Thursday night at Panther Arena. Veteran Terry Broadhurst, rookie Blake Murray and third-year forward Stelio Mattheos delivered goals for the Wolves, who built a 3-0 lead 30 minutes into the game….

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Biased Chicago media ignored Fire soccer when in the suburbs

Posted on September 30, 2021October 5, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Biased Chicago media ignored Fire soccer when in the suburbs
Biased Chicago media ignored Fire soccer when in the suburbs

Biased Chicago media ignored Fire soccer when in the suburbs When the Chicago Fire was playing phenomenal soccer games in the Southwest suburb of Bridgeview at SeatGeek Stadium (formerly Toyota Park), the Chicago media pretty much ignored the team. Now that the soccer team has relocated to Soldier Field, the Chicago media covers and promotes…

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Orland Park native David Gust re-signs with Chicago Wolves

Posted on August 20, 2021August 21, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Park native David Gust re-signs with Chicago Wolves
Orland Park native David Gust re-signs with Chicago Wolves

Orland Park native David Gust re-signs with Chicago Wolves Productive forward owns 44 goals in parts of four AHL seasons The Chicago Wolves announced Friday they have signed forward David Gust to a Standard Player Contract (SPC) for the 2021-22 season. The 27-year-old Orland Park native notched two goals and two assists in 16 appearances…

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Tired of athletes who use their celebrity for narrow political agendas

Posted on August 3, 2021August 4, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Tired of athletes who use their celebrity for narrow political agendas
Tired of athletes who use their celebrity for narrow political agendas

Tired of athletes who use their celebrity for narrow political agendas I am really tired of privileged athletes who use their celebrity as a platform to promote divisiveness, especially when they fuel the flames of racism. Raven Saunders crossing her arms in protest supposedly to support “the oppressed” is truly unprofessional and selfish By Ray…

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Eagles Basketball Tryouts begin for the 2021-2022 Season!

Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Eagles Basketball Tryouts begin for the 2021-2022 Season!
Eagles Basketball Tryouts begin for the 2021-2022 Season!

Eagles Basketball Tryouts begin for the 2021-2022 Season! Orland Park Eagles is the Competitive Boys Travel Basketball Program of the Orland Youth Association (OYA). The goal of this program is to provide fundamental and advanced basketball skills to its players in a competitive environment while teaching its players lessons in “playing the game the right…

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Chicago Wolves elevate Mahoney, Sata to team Presidency

Posted on July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves elevate Mahoney, Sata to team Presidency
Chicago Wolves elevate Mahoney, Sata to team Presidency

Chicago Wolves elevate Mahoney, Sata to team Presidency Organization’s long-time leaders rewarded for their excellence The Chicago Wolves announced Thursday that senior vice presidents Courtney Mahoney and Jon Sata have been named President of Operations and President of Business Operations, respectively, for the four-time league-champion organization. Mahoney has been a leader in the Wolves front…

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Something big to cheer about, for a change

Posted on July 2, 2021July 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Something big to cheer about, for a change

Something big to cheer about, for a change Suburban officials in Orland Park come out strong to cheer on local Olympic favorite Evita Griskenas who is one of a team of Americans who will compete in the Tokyo Olympics July 26 through August 8. Griskenas performs in the rhythmic gymnastic, a popular competition for audiences….

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Paddlers Reminded to be Safe on the Water This Summer

Posted on June 15, 2021June 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Paddlers Reminded to be Safe on the Water This Summer

Paddlers Reminded to be Safe on the Water This Summer Safety on the water should be a priority for all boaters this summer – from motor boat operators and passengers to those boaters who prefer non-motorized watercraft. Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Conservation Police and Safety Education experts remind paddlers to stay alert to…

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Chicago Wolves’ Kevin Kacer shares AHL’s Dupre Award

Posted on June 14, 2021June 14, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Chicago Wolves’ Kevin Kacer shares AHL’s Dupre Award

Chicago Wolves’ Kevin Kacer shares AHL’s Dupre Award Chicago’s head trainer honored for yeoman’s work during 2021 season The American Hockey League announced Monday that, in recognition of their efforts during the pandemic, the head athletic trainers from all 31 teams have been selected as the winners of the Yanick Dupre Memorial Award for 2020-21….

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Fishing Column: May best month to enjoy fishing

Posted on May 22, 2021May 22, 2021 By Guest Columnist
Fishing Column: May best month to enjoy fishing

Fishing Column: May best month to enjoy fishing May is the perfect time to go fishing writes fisherman and sportsman Kenneth Reaves in his new column. By Kenneth Reaves Many people, including myself, love the month of May for many reasons—it ushers the start of summer, the blooming of flowers, and it is the perfect…

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Wolves capture another division title

Posted on May 13, 2021May 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Wolves capture another division title

Wolves capture another division title Chicago clinches Central led by Cotton’s hat trick and Warm’s shutout First-year forward David Cotton recorded his first hat trick and rookie goaltender Beck Warm stopped 35 shots as the Chicago Wolves clinched their fourth division title in five years with a 7-0 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins Wednesday…

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Wolves finish in style defeating Grand Rapids Griffins

Posted on April 30, 2021April 30, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Wolves finish in style defeating Grand Rapids Griffins

Wolves finish in style defeating Grand Rapids Griffins Max Lajoie’s career-high-tying 3-point night features highlight-reel pass The Chicago Wolves capped an eight-game, 23-day road trip with a 4-2 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins on Thursday night at Van Andel Arena. Forwards Anthony Richard, Phil Tomasino and David Cotton and defenseman Max Lajoie scored for…

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Wolves create six new Project Thrive Zoom sessions

Posted on April 28, 2021April 28, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Wolves create six new Project Thrive Zoom sessions

Wolves create six new Project Thrive Zoom sessions Super Bowl champion Chukky Okobi leads first session May 6 The Chicago Wolves, together with #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement founder Eric Kussin, continue to change the conversation about mental health in Chicago through Project Thrive. After launching Project Thrive with six successful Zoom sessions from February…

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Wolves rocket to victory against Grand Rapids Griffins

Posted on April 27, 2021April 27, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Wolves rocket to victory against Grand Rapids Griffins

Wolves rocket to victory against Grand Rapids Griffins Richard and Novak score two goals apiece in Chicago’s 5-1 win Anthony Richard and Tommy Novak scored two goals apiece as the Chicago Wolves sprinted to an early lead and rolled to a 5-1 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins on Monday night at Van Andel Arena….

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Chicago Wolves host food drive Saturday April 24

Posted on April 20, 2021April 20, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Chicago Wolves host food drive Saturday April 24

Chicago Wolves host food drive Saturday April 24 Donate non-perishable goods at Allstate Arena to help Common Pantry GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS – The Chicago Wolves are hosting a Food Drive from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 24, at Allstate Arena in Rosemont. All of the canned goods and other non-perishable items the Wolves collect…

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Local Attorney Gives Back On Basketball Court, Teaches Life Lessons

Posted on March 31, 2021March 31, 2021 By Steve Neuhaus
Local Attorney Gives Back On Basketball Court, Teaches Life Lessons

By Steve Neuhaus   When Attorney Kevin Bugos was informed of the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago cancelling all sports at grade school level due to Covid 19 pandemic, he wasn’t taking this decision lightly. Bugos who has been coaching basketball at Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School in Orland Hills organized a club team called the…

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