The Connection Between Knox College and Michael Jordan

If you are a basketball fan, you know about Michael Jordan. To many, Jordan is considered the all-time GOAT when it comes to basketball. He won 5 regular season MVP’s, 6 finals MVP’s, and 6 NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls. While most know about Michael, few probably know about Michael’s connection to Knox College in Galesburg.

Streaks Alumni Profile- Jane Albright 1987

Today’s Streaks Alumni Profile features Jane Albright of the GHS Class of 1987.

1976 Illinois Boys Basketball Class A State Tourney

State Champions- Mt. Pulaski

This Week in Galesburg History (Aug 3, 2026)

 

“This Week in Galesburg History,” there is a famous house in the news, Joe Morrissey shares some local sports stories, and Harley Knosher wins a championship. 

This is a look back at the history of Galesburg (and the world). What was going on 100 years ago, 75 years ago, 50 years ago, 25 years ago, and 10 years ago this week? 

“This Week in Galesburg History” appears each Monday on the WGIL website and Massey Basketball Blog. 

1998 Illinois Girls Basketball Class AA State Tourney

State Champions- Loyola

Beyond the Arc- Art Fish & Bill Veeck

Bill Veeck

In basketball once you start shooting from beyond the three point arc, things can get wild. In this series, I am going to share some stories that may seem a little wild too. 

“Beyond the Arc” is a series that looks at the unusual from the past. Stories from our history, both locally and nationally. Some are from the sports world and others just from the world. Some are stories I have read about and others are legends passed down to me.

7 Things HS Players Can Learn from the Indiana Fever

As young players- JH, HS, and college- hopefully as you watch games, you watch the games as a student of the game. A student of the game studies movements away from the ball, how teams handle ball screens, how individuals get open, how teammates interact on and off the court. Quite simply a student of the game should be looking for “secrets of success” from players. 

Here are seven things that a student of the game can learn from the Indiana Fever…

Massey Basketball Quiz #3- Legendary HS Coaches & Teams

This quiz tests your knowledge of Ilinois HS legendary teams, coaches, and players. 

1968 Silver Streaks- 2nd in State- Tom Wilson’s Scrapbook

The following newspaper pictures from the 1968 Silver Streaks are from the collection of Tom Wilson’s scrapbook. The Streaks under Coach John Thiel took 2nd in State. 

Streaks Alumni Profile- Bob Darrah 1964

Today’s Streaks Alumni Profile features Bob Darrah from the GHS Class of 1964. 

1975- Dolph Stanley Honored in IHSA State Tourney Program

Legendary coach, Dolph Stanley was honored by an article in the 1976 IHSA State Tourney Class A Program. The article was written by Chuck Keefer of the Rockford Morning Star. 

Massey Quiz #56: Galesburg Places

I have fifteen Galesburg pictures of the past and present. There may be pictures of places, people, monuments, parts of buildings, and even more. The quiz is designed to celebrate how wonderful Galesburg is, and test your knowledge of our community. Enjoy and have fun!!

The answers are at the end of the quiz. Keep track of your score and read exactly what your score indicates. If you would like- share your score on the Facebook or Massey Blog under the comments. 

1956-7: Galesburg Growing Bigger and Better

Galesburg Builders Supply Co ran a series of ads in the Galesburg Register-Mail from September 24, 1956 thru May 27, 1957. Each ad showed a picture of a housing development, a manufacturer, a school, or a park in Galesburg. The ads were designed to celebrate the vibrant growth taking place in Galesburg after World War II. 

1975 Illinois Boys Basketball Class AA State Tourney

State Champions- Chicago Phillips

Streak Alumni Profile- Bonny (Apsey) Stites 1995

Today’s Streaks Alumni Profile features Bonny Apsey from the GHS Class of 1995.