St. Charles North celebrated its inaugural Athletics Hall of Fame class on January 18, honoring a group of seven trailblazing coaches and athletes who left a lasting mark on the school’s athletic history.

The celebration took place prior to the varsity basketball game against Streamwood (a convincing 81-52 victory).

The following North Stars were honored:

• Patrick Brown (2001-2005): Excelling in football and track, Patrick's stellar collegiate career at UCF and professional journey through the NFL showcased his discipline and leadership.

• Laura Fehrman Hoye (2000-2004): A four-time All-American swimmer, Laura led SCN to its first top-10 finish and achieved NCAA success at the University of Tennessee, embodying athletic and academic excellence.

• Coach Mark Gould (2000-2012): As the first head football coach, Mark laid the foundation for the program, achieving 63 wins, eight playoff appearances, and the school’s first playoff victory. A 2013 IHSFCA Hall of Fame inductee, his leadership continues to inspire.

• Zach Hirsch (2005-2009): A multi-sport star in baseball and basketball, Zach set SCN records and earned All-State honors before excelling at the University of Nebraska and in Minor League Baseball, leaving an enduring mark on athletics and community service.

• Chris Peterson (2004-2007): SCN’s first IHSA State Champion swimmer, Chris captured three state titles and set a benchmark for future athletes while continuing his career at the University of Minnesota.

• Coach Ruth Poulin Vostal (2000-2015): Building the girls' soccer program from the ground up, Ruth's teams earned 252 wins, 13 consecutive Regional titles, and two State runner-up finishes. Her legacy includes numerous coaching accolades and collegiate careers for 45 of her players.

• Sabrina Rabin (2010-2014): A standout in softball and track, Sabrina’s accolades included 1st Team All-State honors and leading SCN to a 4A State runner-up finish. At Northwestern University, she earned four-time All-Big Ten honors and now excels as a physician and leader.

During the event, each honoree shared gratitude for their coaches, teammates and the school community that supported their journeys.

Read more about the pregame ceremony in this Daily Herald article.

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