Boys Basketball: Fox Valley Fox preview capsules

FOX VALLEY FOX

Outlook: Grayslake Central looks like the team with the best shot to dethrone defending champion Crystal Lake Central in what should be a crowded title race.

Top five players: Casey Boyle, Grayslake Central, C, Sr.; Chase Cane, Crystal Lake Central, G, Sr.; A.J. Fish, Grayslake North, G, Jr.; Jordan Taylor, Grayslake Central, G, Sr.; Tyler Watzlawick, Hampshire, F, Sr.

Keep an eye on: Zach Devore, Woodstock North, C/F, Sr.

Did you know? Hampshire moves into the FVC Fox this year after winning the Big Northern East title last season.

Quote: “Predictions for our conference are really difficult. Every team plays hard and is well-coached. Anybody can beat anybody else on a given night.” – Woodstock coach Alex Baker.

Predicted finish: Grayslake Central, Crystal Lake Central, Grayslake North, Hampshire, Woodstock North, Johnsburg, Woodstock.

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