Zabierek Signs One-Year Contract Extension

December 23, 2025 - CHICAGO, Il. - The Chicago Hounds announced Tuesday the team agreed to terms on a one-year contract extension with hooker Jackson Zabierek. The 25-year-old first signed with the Hounds last January and was an immediate bolster to the forward pack. During his first season in Chicago, Zabierek appeared in 12 contests and made one start, a Week 17 win over the Houston Sabercats. In his lone start, he logged 51 minutes and scored a pair of tries, the first two scores of his MLR career. He finishe... Full Story

Chicago Stars FC Acquires Michelle Alozie in Trade with Houston Dash

December 23, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Stars FC today acquired Michelle Alozie from the Houston Dash in exchange for $40,000 of allocation money. Subsequently, the club has signed Alozie to a three-year contract keeping the defender in Chicago through the 2028 National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) season. "CHI TOWN! I'm excited to be starting a new chapter with the Stars," said Alozie. "I'm looking forward to meeting the team, connecting with them on and off the field, and seeing you fans, both in the city and in... Full Story

Chicago Dogs Announce Stan Cliburn as Field Manager for the 2026 Season

December 22, 2025 - Rosemont, Ill. - The Chicago Dogs organization is excited to announce the hiring of Stan Cliburn as the team's new manager, bringing one of the most experienced and respected leaders in professional baseball to Impact Field for the 2026 season. "We are thrilled to welcome Stan back to the Dogs family. His deep experience, leadership, and love for the game make him the perfect choice as manager to take the Dogs to the next level," said Shawn Hunter, owner of the Chicago Dogs. With over 2,00... Full Story

Windy City Finishes NBA G League Winter Showcase 1-1 with Narrow Loss to Rip City

December 22, 2025 - Orlando, Fla. - The Windy City Bulls, presented by BMO, the NBA G League affiliate of the Chicago Bulls, fell short to the Rip City Remix 119-121 on Monday afternoon. Despite the loss, Windy City guard Mac McClung led all scorers with 36 points and tallied six assists. Windy City had a commanding start, dominating in the paint in the first half, putting up 42 points compared to just 28 for Rip City. Shooting 57.4% from the field, compared to the Remix's shaky 45.1%, the Bulls extended their l... Full Story

• Windy City Finishes NBA G League Winter Showcase 1-1 with Narrow Loss to Rip City - Windy City Bulls (G League) December 22
• Hounds Sign 2021 First-Round Draft Pick - Chicago Hounds (MLR) December 22
• Chicago Stars FC Re-Signs Forward, Nádia Gomes - Chicago Stars FC (NWSL) December 22
• Wolves Earn Point with 1-0 Loss to Wild in Shootout - Chicago Wolves (AHL) December 20
• Windy City Starts Regular Season With Win Over Memphis - Windy City Bulls (G League) December 20
• Windy City Starts Regular Season with Win over Memphis - Windy City Bulls (G League) December 20
• Promising Young Eagle Signs with Hounds - Chicago Hounds (MLR) December 19
• Chicago Stars FC, Wintrust Extend Partnership Through 2027 - Chicago Stars FC (NWSL) December 19
• Hounds Add Another Capped Eagle to Front Row Stable - Chicago Hounds (MLR) December 18
• Chicago Fire FC Selects Jack Sandmeyer in the 2026 MLS SuperDraft - Chicago Fire FC (MLS) December 18
• Pifeleti Inks One-Year Contract Extension - Chicago Hounds (MLR) December 17
• Windy City Bulls Partner with Local Townships for Pack the Bus Food Drive - Windy City Bulls (G League) December 17
• Chicago Fire FC to Face LA Galaxy, Austin FC and Portland Timbers at 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational - Chicago Fire FC (MLS) December 17
• Wolves' Points Streak Hits 5 Games with 3-2 Win over Admirals - Chicago Wolves (AHL) December 17
• Hounds Add Experienced Center to 2026 Roster - Chicago Hounds (MLR) December 16
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• Chicago Sky (WNBA)
• Chicago Stars FC (NWSL)
• Chicago Triplets (BIG3)
• Chicago Wolves (AHL)
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Other cities near Chicago, Illinois with alternative or minor league teams:

• Crestwood, Illinois
• Geneva, Illinois
• Schaumburg, Illinois
• Gary, Indiana
• Joliet, Illinois
• Kenosha, Wisconsin

December 22	G League	Windy City 119 at Rip City 121 (Orlando)	Final
December 20	G League	Memphis 102 at Windy City 110 (Orlando)	Final
December 20	AHL	Iowa 1 at Chicago 0	Final (SO)
December 17	AHL	Milwaukee 2 at Chicago 3	Final
December 14	AHL	Grand Rapids 2 at Chicago 1	Final (SO)
December 14	G League	Windy City 137 at Noblesville 134	Final
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• New NWSL rule would let clubs sign stars to deals over the salary cap - NWSL Chicago Sun Times (December 24)
• Recapping an eventful 2025 for Chicago sports - WNBA Chicago Tribune (December 23)
• Recapping an eventful 2025 for Chicago sports - NWSL Chicago Tribune (December 23)
• Chicago basketball report: Embarrassing loss for Notre Dame men - WNBA Chicago Tribune (December 23)
• How the new Sky beat reporter gets athletes to open up - WNBA Chicago Sun Times (December 22)
• WNBA players union authorizes negotiators to call a strike if needed during CBA talks - WNBA Chicago Tribune (December 18)
• Sky point guard Hailey Van Lith enters a defining offseason - WNBA Chicago Sun Times (December 18)
• Column: Diego Pavia and other sports apologies of the year - WNBA Chicago Tribune (December 16)
• Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark address ongoing WNBA CBA negotiations - WNBA USA Today (December 13)
• Astros' Jeremy Pena and NWSL Star Julia Grosso Announce Engagement - NWSL Fox 26 Houston (December 13)
• Angel Reese: Chicago Sky star forward will return in 2026 - WNBA Chicago Tribune (December 13)
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