Sauk Valley's 5 most-read stories: Oct. 26-Nov. 1

Dani Hopp’s 20 kills power Richmond-Burton: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Dani Hopp's 20 kills and Josie Franckowiak's 36 assists powered Richmond-Burton's volleyball team to a three-set win over Rockford Christian. Johnsburg swept Antioch, plus more volleyball, soccer and golf results in Monday's Northwest Herald roundup.

Bureau Valley’s Elise House has nine blocks in win over Newman: Monday’s Sauk Valley roundup

Bureau Valley beat Newman in three sets to open the volleyball season. Fulton volleyball swept Riverdale, Oregon boys soccer win, Fulton's Owen Van Zuiden was runner-up at TPC Deere Run, Joe Morse was medalist for Newman and more in Monday's Sauk Valley roundup.

Kaneland’s Sam Corbett wins Rolfing Cup: Daily Chronicle sports roundup for Monday, Aug. 24

Kaneland junior Sam Corbett won the Mark Rolfing Cup at Kishwaukee Country Club on Monday, the first day most IHSA team sports could host games. G-K volleyball picked up a win over Kaneland, Parker Murry scored four goals for IC and more in the roundup.

St. Charles East rides second half scoring surge to win over Oswego

St. Charles East opened its season with a demonstration of adaptability in a 4-0 win over Oswego on Monday night. Goalkeeper Jason Striegel collected four saves while Colin Harrington tallied his first varsity goal to put the Saints ahead for good.

Prairie Ridge’s comeback falls short against Grayslake Central in volleyball season opener

Prairie Ridge's comeback attempt fell short against Grayslake Central in Monday's season opener, but the Wolves are excited to prove they can achieve big things once again after back-to-back Class 3A state tournament appearances.