Category Archives: Local Sports

By Mark Myre/WJEZ SportsThe Pontiac Indian baseball team picked up a huge win yesterday over their arch rival, Bloomington Central Catholic 6-4. Jacob Curry had the big blast of the day–in the 5...

By Mark MyreFlanagan has always been known for their football the last few years.   But Coach Yoder has brought big time excitement into their basketball program.  Coach Yoder of Flanag...

By Mark MyrePontiac will travel to Streator to play Kankakee tonight for a 7:00p.m. start.  Pontiac seeded number 2 at the Streator Regional, and if they win tonight they will play Streator for t...

The Pontiac Indians lost to Bloomington Central Catholic 84-69 Friday night.  Pontiac was led in points by Drew Mills with 23 points.  The Saints were led in scoring by Jake Reinhart with 31...

In my lifetime, two of the greatest people I've ever met were Lou and Mary Henson.  This couple has never forgotten where they came from.  Coach Henson will be on the 'Le...

The Pontiac Indian wrestling team had some great performances at the Sterling Sectional over the weekend, with three advancing to the State Tournament.Levi Ransom placed second and will...

By Mark MyreThe Dwight Trojans had a huge win at the Riverton Shootout.  Dwight knocked off the number one team in Class 1A Springfield Lutheran 44-42 overtime.   Caleb Boma was the sto...

This year at Wolf Creek golfers have been able to play golf the whole year around.  Brett Hendren purchased two golf simulators, and they have gone over very well.  With this device, you can...

This Sunday, Grace Christian School presents Hoovey the movie.  This riveting movie tells the story of Olympia High School basketball player named Eric Elliot, who fights a br...

Being around the game of basketball for over 40 years, I have witnessed some awesome pre game shows.  And last Friday night, Prairie Central had a pretty unique one.  Girls and guy...