High School Sports

Area roundup: Sept. 17

By Staff Reports

BOYS SOCCER

Elgin Academy 10, Roycemore 3: Julian Romano scored two goals as the Hilltoppers (5-2) put on a scoring display against Roycemore.

BOYS GOLF

Hampshire 166, Burlington Central 174, Marian Central 178: The Whip-Purs were led by medalist Nick Swierczynski’s 39.

St. Charles North 163, West Chicago 174, Streamwood 195: Michael Staszcuk helped lead the North Stars to victory with a medal-winning score of 39.

GIRLS GOLF

Huntley 184, Prairie Ridge 207: A score of 41 by Gillian Young helped move the Red Raiders past Prairie Ridge.

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