Local basketball player fulfills dream with father by his side

Freshman Kyle Shelton awaits his turn to play on the United Center court. (Rosie Langello/MEDILL)

By Rosie Langello

The boys’ basketball team at Carl Schurz High School is now the White North conference champion. High school coach James Shelton was excited to have his varsity team play at the United Center on Jan. 21. However, one member of the team is closer to the coach than the rest.

Photo at top: Kyle Shelton awaits his turn to play on the United Center court. (Rosie Langello/MEDILL)