High School Baseball, Softball Seasons Begin Across Cook, DuPage Counties

In Cook County high school baseball, Buffalo Grove faces challenges as they play off-campus due to field renovations until 2026, with key players Griffin Kelly and Cole Diaz leading a largely inexperienced team. Meanwhile, in high school softball, Elk Grove's coach Ken Grams is on the brink of becoming the winningest coach in IHSA history, with a strong returning team despite graduating key players. In DuPage County, Addison Trail's softball team looks to leverage its experienced starters while Benet's team, under new coach Royal, aims for success with a focus on senior leadership and strong pitching from the Rosner sisters. In local sports highlights, Governors State women's basketball advances in the NAIA Tournament, and several players from Lewis and Lake Forest College receive weekly honors in baseball and softball. These developments mark the beginning of promising seasons across various high school and college sports in the region.