Paul Gorski's Rockford Sports News – Sports news and commentary from Rockford, Illinois including the Rockford IceHogs, Aviators, Rage, RiverDAWGS, and Riveters; and local college sports, high school sports, and private sports clubs in Winnebago County, Illinois. This site is dedicated to my friend, the late Peter "Pete" MacKay who was a die-hard Illini fan.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Harnish MAC Male Athlete of the Week
Read the full story at: http://www.wrex.com/Global/story.asp?S=13743137
Brian Urlacher coming to CherryVale Mall Tuesday
Read the full story at: http://www.wrex.com/Global/story.asp?S=13744099
Saturday, December 25, 2010
• Harlem Globetrotters Dec 31st
Harlem Globetrotters Family Four Pack starting at only $66!
A savings of $20!
In celebration of the legendary Harlem Globetrotters 85th consecutive season, you can purchase a Family 4 Pack of tickets and save $20! Family 4 Packs start at just $66!*
Don't miss your chance to witness the incredible 4 point shot for yourself when the Harlem Globetrotters 2011 World Tour stops at the Rockford MetroCentre January 9 at 2:00PM!
Family 4 Pack Offer
Offer valid: Now until Friday, December 31, 10PM
Password: FAMILY
Use the following link to purchase: http://pacmail.em.marketinghq.net/ct.html?rtr=on&s=x7ierg,2725,1q,k1et,5rzf,kdj4,3t0c&MLM_MID=102461&MLM_UNIQUEID=e81802b59c
*Offer applies to select seats. Additional fees and charges may apply.
Rockford MetroCentre | 300 Elm Street, Rockford IL 61101 | (815) 968-5600
• IceHog December 26th family special
On the day after Christmas your IceHogs give to you...
A night of fun with the family, at a great price, too!
Sunday, December 26
IceHogs vs. Milwaukee
Puck Drop: 7:05PM
Family 4 Packs Available! 4 Tickets, 4 Sodas, AND 4 Hot Dogs for just $49!
• Athlete of the Week: East's Alonte Holliday
Read the full story at: http://www.wrex.com/Global/story.asp?S=13730739
• Leddy, Morin make U.S. junior team
See the full story at: http://mystateline.com/fulltext/?nxd_id=217466
Monday, December 13, 2010
• NIU hires new head football coach
Please read the full story at: http://www.wrex.com/Global/story.asp?S=13663375
• Rockford IceHogs News!
'Tis the season for IceHogs Hockey!
OINK OUTFITTERS
The source for all your fan fare!
Special holiday shopping hours: OPEN 5-7pm M-F until December 23
Men's - Women's - Youth
T-shirts - Caps - Novelties - Jerseys - Hats - And MORE!
Located on the main concourse of the MetroCentre above Church and Chestnut Streets
Rockford IceHogs | 300 Elm Street, Rockford, IL 61101 | (815) 986-6465
Sunday, December 12, 2010
• Huskies Fall to No. 24 DePaul
Northern Illinois women's basketball team fell 72-52 to No. 24 DePaul,
Saturday at McGrath Arena.
Please read the full story at: http://www.niuhuskies.com/sports/w-baskbl/recaps/121110aaa.html
• Take a Rockford Forester survey and win some great prizes!
Rockford Foresters Baseball Team...
Take our survey and win some great prizes!
The Rockford Foresters want your opinion! The team is currently
conducting a nine question survey on the 2010 season and what fans
want in 2011. By taking the survey below by clicking on the link, you
will be entered to win one of the following prizes:
Grand Prize: 50-person Miller Lite Party Deck (food and beverage not
included)
1st Runner Up (4 prizes total): 20-person Pepsi Party Deck (food and
beverage not included)
2nd Runner Up (10 prizes total): 4-pack of tickets to Opening Night 2011
The survey is limited to the first 100 entries. After 100 entries,
the survey will be cut off.
To take the survey, click http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/T6CSS6V.
Thank you in advance for making the Rockford Foresters a better
baseball team for you the fans.
Sincerely,
Joe Stefani
President/Majority Owner
Rockford Foresters Baseball Team
Saturday, December 11, 2010
• Area coed cheerleading squads to compete Dec. 16 at BNHS
Please read the full story at: http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5673:area-coed-cheerleading-squads-to-compete-dec-16-at-bnhs&catid=100:belvidere-north&Itemid=502
• Edwards leads Hononegah past Boylan, 71-49
Please read the full story at: http://www.wrex.com/Global/story.asp?S=13655695
Sunday, December 5, 2010
• Fighting Illini to Face Baylor in Texas Bowl
Please read the full story at: http://www.fightingillini.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/120510aac.html.
• IceHogs Top Aeros 2-1
Houston, Tex.-Another solid goaltending performance by the Rockford IceHogs was turned in by Alec Richards and the club didn't waste his 38 save effort.
• MetroCentre - Arenacross On-Sale Today
Arenacross
Rockford MetroCentre
April 1-3
First time back in Rockford since 2007! The Supercross stars of tomorrow can be found today in Arenacross. As the official feeder system for Supercross, Arenacross attracts the best up-and-coming riders in the world, all set to prove that they can make it to the top tier of the sport. Staged in intimate arena settings, Arenacross tracks are among the tightest in the world, filled with difficult challenges, amazing airtime, intense speed, and all the close-contact racing you?d expect from these hungry superstars-in-waiting.
Tickets go on-sale today at 10AM!
Use the following link to get tickets now: http://ev6.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=AX&linkID=ctrevents&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=&RSRC=Website&RDAT=SplashPage
Rockford MetroCentre | 300 Elm Street, Rockford IL 61101 | (815) 968-5600
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
• Live At Five: Ice Skating Downtown
they're bringing us ice in the winter.
Please read the full story at: http://mystateline.com/fulltext/?nxd_id=212287
.
• Snowmobile group added to listings
listings.
Visit them at: http://www.winnebagosnogliders.com/index.html.
• Boylan wins first state championship
it was fitting that Boylan rode six Marmion turnovers on their way to
their first state championship ever by a final of 48-19 in the IHSA
Class 6A final Saturday, Nov. 27.
Read the full story at: http://rockrivertimes.com/2010/11/27/boylan-wins-first-state-championship/
Friday, November 26, 2010
• Lena-Winslow Wins 1A Football Title
its 47-14 victory over defending champion Tuscola today.
Great game and congratulations!
Other games of local interest Friday...
Sterling Newman just started its game at 1 PM.
Stillman Valley is scheduled to start at 4 PM.
• Lena-Winslow dominating late in game
Posted at 11:52 AM, Friday, November 26, 2010
• SoBos bring rain of threes on Stockton
Please read the full story at: http://www.beloitdailynews.com/articles/2010/11/25/sports/local_sports/sports2402.txt.
• Athlete of the Week: Lena-Winslow's Quinn Haas
Please see and read the story: http://www.wrex.com/Global/story.asp?S=13566943.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
• News From The Rockford Foresters Baseball Team
(From a Rockford Forester email)
Visit www.rockfordforesters.com.
Hat & Shirt Combo Deal Only $20 - Get yourself a Rockford Foresters t-shirt AND a Rockford Foresters fitted hat for only $20. To take advantage of this great deal, please email us at joe@rockfordforesters.com. Items can be picked up at the Rockford Foresters office by appointment or can be mailed for only $5.
Tickets & Merchandise Combo Packs - How about giving someone one of the new special packages that include a hat and/or a t-shirt and tickets to a game? Click here to learn about the new $20 and $30 ticket packages that can include tickets to 3 or 6 games.
Party Decks Still On Sale
Party decks for the 2011 season are on sale. For a limited time the 25-person Pepsi Party Deck is only $25 and the 50-person Miller Lite Party Deck is only $50. Want to add waiter or waitress service? Only $20 more.
To put your name on the waiting list, please email Josh at Josh@rockfordforesters.com. No deposit required. The schedule for the 2011 season will be coming out soon, so get on the list before everyone else!
Player Announcements Next Week On Tuesday
Next Tuesday, November 30 the Rockford Foresters will be announcing several player signings for the 2011 season. Make sure to visit the Rockford Foresters web site next Tuesday to see what players will be playing for the Foresters in 2011.
As of right now, the Foresters have five players playing for the Foresters in 2011 including returning players Brad Winkler, Jake Nicholson, and Conner Kretz. New players include Brian McCabe and Jake Moser.
Click here to learn more about the current five players on our 2011 roster.
Opening Day Tickets For $1?
What day is Opening Day for the 2011 season? We have no idea, but that isn't stopping us from offering you a great deal. Get a classic or family seat for only $1 for Opening Day! Limit is 10 tickets per customer.
This offer is only available until December 31, 2010 or until 1,000 tickets are sold (total number of tickets available).
To purchase your tickets, please email joe@rockfordforesters.com and let us know how many tickets you want. Visit www.rockfordforesters.com.
• Championship Games On Fox 39
Saturday, November 20, 2010
• Golden League merges with Northern League, United League
Monday, November 15, 2010
• Major softball tourney coming to Rockford
Please read the Rockford Register Star's coverage at: http://www.rrstar.com/sports/x298227242/Major-softball-tourney-coming-to-Rockford
Sunday, November 14, 2010
• Boylan Upends Cary-Grove in Overtime Thriller
Get the score and read the full story at: http://www.wrex.com/Global/story.asp?S=13498469
Friday, November 12, 2010
• New captain plans to lead IceHogs by example
The Rockford IceHogs finally have their captain...
Read the full story at: http://www.rrstar.com/sports/x426772197/New-captain-plans-to-lead-IceHogs-by-example.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
• Belvidere North cross country moves on from Sectional
Belvidere North cross country moves on from Sectional
BELVIDERE – The Belvidere North boys cross country team continued its successful season winning the Class 2A Sectional meet Oct. 30 hosted by Belvidere High School.
• Huskies take control of MAC West with rout of Toledo
Huskies take control of MAC West with rout of Toledo
DEKALB — The implications were there for both teams. But only one stepped up and took control of its own destiny.Please visit the Rockford Register Star: http://www.rrstar.com/sports/x1109354622/Huskies-take-control-of-MAC-West-with-rout-of-Toledo for the full story. (And the score!)
• RiverHawks Name New GM
RiverHawks Name New GM
LOVES PARK, Ill. – The newest general manager of the Rockford RiverHawks came in at the ground floor.Please visit: http://mystateline.com/fulltext/?nxd_id=208927 for the full story.
Monday, November 8, 2010
• Phil Pash's Great Outdoors News
Please visit: http://www.philpash.com/?p=outdoors for hunting, fishing, racing, and other great news stories.
Sunday, November 7, 2010
• Stillman Valley Cruises Past Immaculate Conception
Please visit: http://www.wifr.com/sports/headlines/Stillman_Valley_Cruises_Past_Immaculate_Conception_106836583.html for the complete story and video.
• Football Playoff Scores Round 2
Here are the high school football playoff results for the second round invovling our local teamsl.
Please visit: http://mystateline.com/fulltext/?nxd_id=208367 for the full story.
• Boylan wins 3A boys soccer title
Boylan wins 3A boys soccer title
Please visit the Rockford Register Star at: http://www.rrstar.com/sports/x742801767/Boylan-wins-3A-boys-soccer-title for the full story.
Saturday, November 6, 2010
• Rockford RiverHawks’ future still in limbo
Please visit the Rockford Register Star at: http://www.rrstar.com/sports/x742800944/RiverHawks-future-still-in-limbo for the full story.
• Clock Tower hosts mixed martial arts event Nov. 27
Clock Tower hosts mixed martial arts event Nov. 27
From press release
Best Western Clock Tower Resort has announced it will host yet another unique event: mixed martial arts (MMA) cage fighting.Please visit http://rockrivertimes.com/2010/11/03/clock-tower-hosts-mixed-martial-arts-event-nov-27/ to see the full story.
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Paul Gorski
paulgorski@rockfordsportsnews.com
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