• Lucas Gesswein is the son of Melissa and Ralph Gesswein and is a four-year member of the basketball program. Lucas’ favorite memories from basketball are all of the experiences he’s had with his teammates. After high school Lucas plans to attend Joliet Junior College, where he would like to pursue a degree in communications.

Lucas Gesswein and family.

  • William Graffeo is the son of Joy and Joe Graffeo and is a four-year member of the basketball team. William’s favorite memory from his basketball career is playing all four years alongside his buddies. After high school William plans to enlist in the U.S. Marines.

Wil Graffeo with family.

  • Miles Heflin is the son of Meghan and Chip Heflin and is a four-year member of the basketball program. Miles’ favorite memories from his basketball career include the bus rides to games and anytime we beat Manteno. After high school Miles plans to attend college but is undecided on his major.

Miles Heflin with his family. Photo submitted.

  • James Kuypers is the son of Emily and Doug Kuypers and is a three-year member of the basketball team. James’ favorite memories from his basketball experience were the bus rides. After high school James plans to join the Air National Guard, then after that he will attend college to get his BSN and masters in Science of Anesthesia.


James Kuypers with family.

  • Marquis Walton is the nephew of Ashley and Rich Tomei and is a two-year member of the basketball team. Marquis’ favorite memory from basketball were the bus rides back from a dub. After high school Marquis plans to pursue a veterinarian degree.

Marquis Walton with family.