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Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster

Posted on September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster
Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster

Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster The Chicago Wolves, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes, have announced the roster for the team’s 2025-26 training camp. Camp is being held at the Wolves’ new training facility, Rosemont Ice Arena (7115 Barry St., Rosemont, IL, 60018) and will continue through to the season…

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Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 promotional scheduled

Posted on August 31, 2025August 31, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 promotional scheduled
Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 promotional scheduled

Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 promotional scheduled The Chicago Wolves released their 2025-26 promotional schedule on Thursday and it features premium giveaways, popular theme nights, family-oriented experiences and meaningful community and charitable events. The Wolves’ season promises to be full of fun and excitement for the players on the ice and for the team’s loyal…

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The Chicago Wolves dispatched the Iowa Wild 4-1 on Saturday night at Allstate Arena.

Posted on February 22, 2025February 22, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The Chicago Wolves dispatched the Iowa Wild 4-1 on Saturday night at Allstate Arena.
The Chicago Wolves dispatched the Iowa Wild 4-1 on Saturday night at Allstate Arena.

The Chicago Wolves dispatched the Iowa Wild 4-1 on Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Josiah Slavin, Skyler Brind’Amour, Justin Robidas and Nikita Pavlychev scored for the Wolves, who won for the second game in a row while handing the Wild their third consecutive defeat. Ryan Suzuki and Nick Swaney each chipped in two assists as…

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Andrew High School makes Unified Sports history…again

Posted on December 9, 2024December 13, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Andrew High School makes Unified Sports history…again
Andrew High School makes Unified Sports history…again

Andrew High School makes Unified Sports history…again Batman and Robin, Bert and Ernie, Buzz, and Woody have nothing on an incredible pair of students at Victor J. Andrew High School. T-Bolt seniors Scott Oftedahl and Montrell Sippel were recently selected to represent Special Olympic Illinois at Lobby Day in Washington D.C. It’s a known fact…

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Kendall and Michael Schofield Family Foundation Sponsor Park Redevelopment

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Kendall and Michael Schofield Family Foundation Sponsor Park Redevelopment
Kendall and Michael Schofield Family Foundation Sponsor Park Redevelopment

Kendall and Michael Schofield Family Foundation Sponsor Park Redevelopment The Village of Orland Park is proud to partner with the Kendall and Michael Schofield Family Foundation in the improvement and redevelopment of the Village’s Schussler Park. Michael Schofield III and Kendall Coyne Schofield were in attendance at the May 15th Village of Orland Park Board…

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Chicago Hounds rugby announce plans for Dawg Town block party

Posted on May 11, 2023May 11, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Hounds rugby announce plans for Dawg Town block party
Chicago Hounds rugby announce plans for Dawg Town block party

Chicago Hounds rugby announce plans for Dawg Town block party SHAQUILLE O’NEAL AND DROPKICK MURPHYS TO PERFORM AT 2023 MLR CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL. Full day of fan-focused entertainment announced, featuring “Dawg Town Block Party,” concerts, and rugby events DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal) and American Celtic band Dropkick Murphys are set to perform at the 2023 MLR…

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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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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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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 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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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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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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