The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent

The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent

The student news site of Glenbard South High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

The Independent

Track and Field Preview

Jon Schlaefke, Sports Writer April 30, 2019

After a dominant eight-year run the the Metro Suburban Conference, the Glenbard South boys and girls track teams look to continue their success in the Upstate Eight. The new conference presents a difficult...

Softball Update

Aliyah Edelstein, Sports Writer April 30, 2019

The Glenbard South Varsity Softball Team kicked off the 2019 season with its first game on March 18 against Wheaton North. Since then, the girls have competed against Glenbard North on April 3 along with...

A Look Back at Maggie Bair’s Journey in High School Basketball

A Look Back at Maggie Bair’s Journey in High School Basketball

Ryan Vozza, Sports Editor March 21, 2019

      When someone hears the name “Maggie Bair” around Glenbard South, the first thought that comes to mind is championship player. Being a four year varsity player for the girls basketball...

Did Colin Kaepernick “Win” the Settlement?

Did Colin Kaepernick “Win” the Settlement?

Jonathon Schlaefke, Sports Writer March 21, 2019

On February 15th, Colin Kaepernick and Eric Reid reached a confidential legal settlement with the NFL. The two athletes had accused the NFL for colluding to keep them out of the league. Colin Kaepernick,...

Glenbard Bowling Goes to State Finals

Glenbard Bowling Goes to State Finals

Aliyah Edelstein, Sports Writer February 11, 2019

    The Glenbard Co-op Boys Bowling Team has had a great season this year. Finished with the regular season, the boys were undefeated in conference, and became Up-State Eight Conference Champions....

Boys Wrestling Recap

Jon Schlaefke, Sports Writer February 11, 2019

As the Glenbard South Boys wrestling team’s regular season comes to a close, it is time to look forward to regionals and beyond.   But first, before the competitors reap the rewards of their...

Wrestling Season 2018-19 Preview

Wrestling Season 2018-19 Preview

Ryan Vozza, Sports Editor December 13, 2018

The Glenbard South 2018-19 wrestling team has had big shoes to fill following a very successful season last year. Led by head coach Derrick Crenshaw, the team will only be returning with six wrestlers....

Girls Gymnastics 2018-2019 Season Preview

Girls Gymnastics 2018-2019 Season Preview

Jonathan Shlaefke, Sports Writer December 13, 2018

On Wednesday, December 5, the girls gymnastics team will go to Oswego for its first meet of the year. After Addison Trail could not attend the meet on the 25th of November, the Raiders will begin their...

Dance Competion Preview

Aliyah Edelstein, Sports Writer December 13, 2018

The Glenbard South Dance Team has competed three times so far in the 2018 season. Its first competition was at Wheaton North High School, its second was at Andrew High School, and its third was as Oak...

Volleyball Seeks Postseason Run

Ryan Vozza, Sports Editor November 6, 2018

Before the season began, the volleyball team knew that entering the Upstate Eight Conference would mean an entirely new type of competition. As the regular season wrapped up the girls proved they were...

Basketball Season Preview

John Shlaefke, Sports Writer November 6, 2018

With the fall sports season coming to a close, the Raider faithful can turn their attention to the basketball teams. Similar to other Glenbard South sports in the 2018-2019 year, the new conference poses...

Dance Winter Preview

Aliyah Edelstein, Sports Writer November 6, 2018

Winter sports have begun, and the Glenbard South Raider Dance Team has transitioned swiftly from football season to competition season. During the football season, the dancers performed at the football...

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