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Galesburg's 1966 Silver Streaks: One of the Greatest Basketball Teams in Illinois History

The Silver Streaks finished as state runners-up, beating four top-10 ranked teams in the tournament

Galesburg Silver Streaks' 1956 Sweet 16 Run Ends in Double-OT Thriller

The 26-3 Silver Streaks fell to defending state champion Rockford West in a classic Super-Sectional matchup.

Galesburg's Phil Lopez: Basketball Pioneer Who Died at 19

The forgotten Silver Streaks legend invented the one-handed shot and was a multi-sport star before his tragic passing.

Galesburg's Antonia Kisler scores 1,000th career point as Sandburg upsets Waubonsee in tournament

Kisler's 28 points and 12 rebounds lead Sandburg to 64-62 win over higher-seeded Waubonsee in Region 4 quarterfinals.

Washington Panthers Claim 3A Sectional Title

Senior Avery Tibbs sets school scoring record in victory

Galesburg's Scorer's Table Shines as Best in Illinois

Four dedicated volunteers keep the games running smoothly at Thiel Gym

Galesburg boys basketball regional preview: Silver Streaks bring momentum to Thiel Gym

Galesburg Regional set for Wednesday and Friday at Thiel Gym

Big week of basketball at Thiel Gym: Girls sectional and boys regional preview

Galesburg hosts girls sectional and boys regional basketball tournaments this week at Thiel Gym. Preview of all four teams, schedules, and what to watch.

Galesburg Alum Ryan McElmurry Named Interim Head Coach at Peoria High

McElmurry, a 2011 GHS graduate, returns home to lead Peoria High's varsity basketball team.

Galesburg Silver Streaks girls basketball enters postseason at 25-4

The team looks to continue its impressive season with a deep playoff run