Raeshaun Samoa has been named player of the year. "A 6'6" Junior swing man who can play the perimeter as comfortable posting up. This season Raeshaun scored 247 points for an 8 points per game average. Had a team leading 226 rebounds for 8 boards per game average and averaged 3 blocks per game. During the 2017-2018 3A State run, Raeshaun averaged 13 points per game and 15 boards per game. He had 5 double doubles in 7 games. He can play point if needed or shooting guard in college. He is an excellent student in school posting a 3.25 GPA to date. He should receive much attention next season."
On Friday, Nov 24, 2017, the North Chicago Varsity Boys Basketball team won their Sprinfield Lanphier Thanksgiving Tournament game against Corliss High School by a score of 68-63.
On Wednesday, Nov 22, 2017, the North Chicago Varsity Boys Basketball team lost their Springfield Lanphier Thanksgiving Tournament game against East St. Louis High School by a score of 66-69.