Naperville Sun newsletter

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Is Naperville Central’s Emerson Burke the state’s best player? As rival North knows, she is ‘incredible.’

Michigan recruit Emerson Burke breaks Naperville Central’s single-season record for points during a win against Naperville North.

Sophomore righty Marissa Leaf makes pitch, leaves JV behind for Waubonsie Valley’s varsity. ‘More confident.’

Marissa Leaf strikes out 10 and scatters five hits for Waubonsie Valley in an 11-4 DuPage Valley Conference win over Metea Valley.

Naperville North catcher Reese Pedersen always says ‘the right thing’ to pitchers. She makes them smile too.

When Naperville North junior catcher Reese Pedersen makes a mound visit, a laugh is inevitable. That’s by design.

Sydney Benedict steps into ‘big shoes’ as Neuqua Valley’s No. 1 pitcher. She has the role down to a fine art.

Sydney Benedict has become Neuqua Valley’s top pitcher following the graduation of star Ava Drehs, who is already making an impact at Creighton.

Baseball and softball scores for the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County

High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County.

Baseball and softball scores for the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County

High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County.

Is Naperville Central’s Emerson Burke the state’s best player? As rival North knows, she is ‘incredible.’