Sauk Valley Predators

The Sauk Valley Predators are a Premier [Basketball League] team that began play in the 2012 season. Based in Northwestern Illinois, the Predators play their home games at several sites in the region, including Sterling [High School (Illinois)|Sterling High School] in Sterling, Illinois and Highland [Community College (Illinois)|Highland Community College] in Freeport among others. The Predators team included players such as Carlton Fay, Jereme Richmond, Mike [Rose (basketball)|Mike Rose] and Herman Favors. Head coach Kevin Keathley led the team to a winning season and a playoff appearance. Keathley was assisted by Kirk Engelkens and Ryan Vazquez. Darrick Druce was the strength and conditioning coach.