Crystal Lake Central ’s Oli Victorine sets the bar high for herself.

It’s in her nature, and what drives her to succeed.

When the Tigers junior pitcher went on an official visit to the University of Illinois in Champaign in late September, she heard exactly what she needed to hear from Illini women’s softball coach Tyra Perry.

“Coach Perry gave one of the most inspiring speeches I’ve ever heard. She truly wants the best for every player, and that level of care is shared by the entire staff,” Victorine said. “Illinois has the tradition of competing at the highest level, and you can definitely feel that standard in everything they do.”

Perry’s words, the close proximity to home and the “warm and familiar vibe” of the campus were a few things that stood out to Victorine, who recently ann

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