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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aqp6tjDdlxKFri, 30 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBrothers Jake and Conor Fleming grew up around the Marist football program. Conor was coach Mike Fitzgerald's ball boy just a few years ago. The boys, who represent a third generation of Flemings to attend Marist, have formed one of the CCL's top...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVRdAoPThu, 29 Oct 2026 21:25:35 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's football team made the Class 3A state playoffs with only three wins, then upset host Kewanee in an opening-round game. The Hurricanes, who last made the playoffs in 2017, are the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 10.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1kXdwaThu, 29 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the Round of 32 of the 2026 IHSA Class 8A playoffs with picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7oXoBQThu, 29 Oct 2026 17:05:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Chicago Catholic League has selected its football award winners for the 2026 season. Below are the winners from all 24 CCL teams across six divisions.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTW9Bn6aThu, 29 Oct 2026 11:00:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Bede is hosting Manteno after an opening round bye, La Salle-Peru is traveling to Chicago, Princeton faces the No. 1 seed on the road and Amboy opens it's quest for a fourth straight 8-man state title.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4HkXGrAQThu, 29 Oct 2026 01:38:38 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWheaton Warrenville South hosts Joliet Catholic and Nazareth goes on the road to Dunlap in big Class 6A matchups, and Downers Grove South hosts York in Class 8A. Here are Joshua Welge's previews and picks for all the first-round games in the Suburban...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxedRYQWed, 28 Oct 2026 23:04:57 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOswego begins its playoff run Friday against Naperville Central in a rematch of last year's season opener. Oswego East and Yorkville also hit the road to face a pair of unbeatens. Here are previews and picks for those games and others around the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kxw7f7j9BpQWed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the Round of 32 of the 2026 IHSA Class 4A Playoffs with picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki89yOdaWed, 28 Oct 2026 17:33:48 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the Round of 32 of the 2026 IHSA Class 3A Playoffs, with picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KV25sZJwEZKWed, 28 Oct 2026 14:02:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the Round of 32 of the 2026 IHSA Class 2A Playoffs, with his picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlm0JOKWed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHow will defending state champions fare in the first round? Will CCL teams build on a dominant opening-round showing? Which CCL teams have the most favorable first-round draws? Here are storylines to watch in the first round of the 2026 IHSA football...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdp4x1KTue, 27 Oct 2026 23:48:30 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkNazareth senior lineman Christian Malachuk, a four-year starter about to put on a varsity uniform for the 52nd time, is preparing for a long road trip to Dunlap and another potential title run. That, Wheaton Warrenville South to renew acquaintances...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5AJNEPTue, 27 Oct 2026 20:39:50 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAmid running back injuries, West Aurora showcased its depth and improvisation in playoff victory. Aurora Central Catholic continues its success amid growing participation numbers, and a healthier Marmion proves the CCL's talent level in the Kane...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCDe3mmPTue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe La Salle-Peru and Princeton football teams hope to 'clean things up' before their next playoff games, the opening round games featured more than 30 upsets by two, three or four-win teams and more in the NewsTribune/BCR football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5qBYJKTue, 27 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkProvidence's Dominic Vita, Marist's Jake Fleming, Joliet Catholic's Da'Sani Smart and Marmion's Henry Miller are just some of the standout performers from CCL teams during the opening round of the 2026 IHSA football playoffs.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>66falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inside-the-huddle-what-did-we-learn-in-the-opening-round-of-the-ihsa-football-playoffs--76017031
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZV69vaMon, 26 Oct 2026 19:16:48 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central's football team was once 2-2 but has won five of its past six games. The Rockets won a home playoff game for the third year in a row Friday night. Plus, news on Marian Central and Crystal Lake South in the Northwest Herald football...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7opDeQMon, 26 Oct 2026 13:43:20 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkA total of 20 Chicago Catholic League football teams are playing in the first round of the 2026 IHSA playoffs. Here are previews for each of the first-round games involving CCL teams.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ5ON7aMon, 26 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter having an opening-round bye due to another stellar season, Coal City and Wilmington will make their playoff debuts Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_agLNUyndYgPSun, 25 Oct 2026 16:56:39 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMomence took a loss to defending state champion Lena-Winslow in the IHSA Class 1A opening round while both Milford/Cissna Park and St. Anne/Donovan wrapped the 8-man football regular season with wins in the Daily Journal area football roundup for Week 10.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4HkX3lRQSun, 25 Oct 2026 04:19:18 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWith his season on the line, Tyler Lacke went for 10 catches, 165 yards and two touchdowns to lead Hampshire in a 37-34 overtime loss to DePaul Prep during IHSA Class 7A opening-round playoff football action Saturday. The Rams won on Emmett McCue's...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ5eepaSun, 25 Oct 2026 04:16:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Princeton football team traveled more than two hours into Chicago and came away with a 64-20 win over South Shore in a Class 3A opening round playoff game Saturday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH09lRLaSun, 25 Oct 2026 01:42:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMarian Central senior Mike Schmid ran 29 times for 317 yards and five TDs to lead Marian Central to a Class 3A opening-round playoff win against Kewanee. Prairie Ridge beat Comer for its third straight win, and more in the McHenry County football roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvW9BpaSun, 25 Oct 2026 01:20:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkProvidence relished the opportunity to atone for some Week 9 mistakes in its opening round playoff game with Mount Vernon as it scored 49 points in the first half and rolled to a Class 5A opening round win.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cLN3Z1KSun, 25 Oct 2026 00:51:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFulton rolled to a school record 70-15 win over Monmouth United in the opening round of the Class 1A playoffs. The Steamers advance to face Stark County at 1 p.m. next Saturday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newman-beats-tremont-46-6-in-opening-round-sets-up-rematch-at-rockridge-in-class-1a-playoffs--75971150
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZjJDdaSun, 25 Oct 2026 00:51:38 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkNewman sophomore quarterback Blaine Sprague tossed three touchdowns and Rylan Alvarado eclipsed 1,000 yards rushing for the season in the Comets' 46-6 Class 1A opening-round football win over Tremont. Newman will face Rockridge in a rematch at 1 p.m....
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimYzwZQSat, 24 Oct 2026 22:53:41 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSophomore quarterback Carter Meindel threw a touchdown pass to Chase Lafin, Jeremiah Gbean ran for a score and Oswego East had five more touchdowns on defense and special teams in a 49-8 Class 8A opening-round win over Curie, the program's first...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVRxDAPSat, 24 Oct 2026 22:53:41 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSophomore quarterback Carter Meindel threw a touchdown pass to Chase Lafin, Jeremiah Gbean ran for a score and Oswego East had five more touchdowns on defense and special teams in a 49-8 Class 8A opening-round win over Curie, the program's first...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpnbV8PSat, 24 Oct 2026 22:40:35 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles North dominated in all three phases on Saturday afternoon in an opening-round playoff victory over McHenry. Senior running back Tommy Vendl scored four touchdowns while the defense gave up a season-low point total in the 54-6 victory.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4HjZEJ9QSat, 24 Oct 2026 16:41:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHayden Phillips scored a pair of touchdowns, Griffin Benson created two turnovers, and the Lockport football team put in a team effort in a 35-21 victory over Stevenson in an opening-round Class 8A playoff game Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4HkX5voQSat, 24 Oct 2026 06:18:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSandwich was simply dominant in its 57-12 win over Lisle in Friday's Class 3A opening-round victory. At the heart of that dominance was Wyatt Gregory, who ran for 147 yards and three touchdowns while catching another.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvWn6paSat, 24 Oct 2026 05:34:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAngel Argueta scored two touchdowns and Tyler Gensler and Luke Chadwick one each in the first half in which Rochelle racked up 224 yards rushing, and the Hubs went on to a 51-6 win over Chillicothe IVC in a Class 4A opening-round game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZjl0GaSat, 24 Oct 2026 05:27:38 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJoliet Central’s first playoff appearance in 50 years ended in unceremonious fashion Friday night with a 56-0 loss to Lane Tech in the IHSA Class 8A postseason.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7o6vAQSat, 24 Oct 2026 05:25:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Genoa-Kingston defense had the ultimate 1-minute, 23-second test of its bend-but-don’t-break mentality Friday against North Boone in a Class 3A Opening Round playoff game and passed it in the 25-20 win.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5AqoyPSat, 24 Oct 2026 05:21:51 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe one-two punch of Dylan Conderman and Brenden Kastner in the rushing attack led Dixon to a 28-13 win over Plano in a Class 4A opening round playoff game Friday in Dixon.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>317falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lyons-with-ej-kuhlman-scoring-four-tds-comes-out-fast-rolls-past-metea-valley--75959249
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH095NOaSat, 24 Oct 2026 05:17:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkEJ Kuhlman scored on a 44-yard touchdown run on Lyons' fourth play from scrimmage and scored the teams' first four TDs, and the Lions started fast and went on to a 36-14 win over Metea Valley in a Class 8A opening-round game in Western Springs.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>269falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/james-skokna-s-3-td-catches-leads-hinsdale-central-past-lake-park--75958237
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNinWeYbPSat, 24 Oct 2026 05:02:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJames Skokna caught three touchdown passes, and had 12 receptions for 188 yards all totaled, to lead Hinsdale Central to a 41-19 Class 8A opening-round win over visiting Lake Park on Friday. Beau Gatewood threw for 314 yards and five TDs.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/yorkville-has-it-all-going-right-in-41-14-class-7a-rout-of-palatine--75958238
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrVnyZaSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:53:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGavin Geegan rushed for two touchdowns, Max Delgado rushed for a TD and threw for one, Yorkville forced four turnovers, and Joel Castillo's run on a fake field goal set up a score in a 41-14 win over visiting Palatine in a Class 7A opening-round game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>289falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reed-custer-loses-32-31-heartbreaker-to-stillman-valley-on-final-play-of-game--75958241
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOgno8PSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:51:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkReed-Custer saw a late12-point lead lead slip away against host Stillman Valley in the Class 2A opening round on Friday, falling 32-31 in a heartbreaker as Stillman's Ethan Waugh scored a two-yard touchdown on the final play of the game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>276falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parker-auxier-burlington-central-roll-in-opening-round--75958234
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ5vlMaSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:48:39 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkParker Auxier rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns on only six carries, and Burlington Central's football team rolled to a 41-10 win over visiting Rockford East on Friday in an opening-round game of the Class 6A state playoffs at Rocket Hill.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matchups-for-first-round-of-the-playoffs--75958233
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtL3MdZPSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:43:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWoodstock North went down by three scores and was unable to climb all the way back as the Thunder fell to Tinley Park 20-8 in their Class 4A opening-round playoff game Friday in Woodstock.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>200falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/class-1a-dwight-breaks-scoreless-tie-with-3-second-half-touchdowns-to-turn-away-bureau-valley--75958243
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi69RNdQSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:42:20 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBureau Valley's football team held the ball almost the entire first half, but had no points to show for it. Dwight took control in the second half and cashed in on its opportunities for a 21-8 victory in Class 1A's opening round.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>293falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/la-salle-peru-uses-big-plays-on-offense-key-stops-on-defense-to-win-first-playoff-game-in-23-years--75958242
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PMvwUjNJmVQSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:41:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe La Salle-Peru football team beat Galesburg 28-20 in a Class 5A opening-round IHSA playoff game Friday for the Cavaliers' first postseason victory since 2003.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCz9r8rKSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:33:47 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkStaying true to its brand of power football, Joliet Catholic rumbled its way to a 44-3 win over Bradley-Bourbonnais in the opening round of the IHSA Class 6A playoffs. Da'Sani Smart ran for three touchdowns, while Derrick Pomatto led with 101 rushing...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fast-start-leads-marquette-to-1a-playoff-opening-round-win-over-princeville--75958239
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH2mbrJKSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:33:18 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Marquette football team scored a trio of touchdowns in the first quarter to jumpstart an eventual 42-21 IHSA Class 1A opening-round playoff victory over Princeville on Friday night at Gould Stadium in Ottawa.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dylan-curtis-stars-on-offense-and-defense-sycamore-rolls-past-crystal-lake-south-in-class-5a-opening-round--75957097
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7o62XQSat, 24 Oct 2026 04:13:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSycamore junior Dylan Curtis ran for 181 yards, scored twice and created a turnover on defense as the ninth-seeded Spartans rolled to a 48-14 win over No. 24 Crystal Lake South in their Class 5A opening-round playoff game Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCDe21NPSat, 24 Oct 2026 03:49:33 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter giving up an early touchdown, Lincoln-Way Central scored 46 unanswered points and rolled to a 53-12 win over Rockford Jefferson in the opening round of the Class 7A playoffs on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3GBxeKSat, 24 Oct 2026 03:29:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSenior running back Johnny Solano scored three touchdowns as St. Charles East earned its first playoff victory since 2017 with a 42-21 opening-round win over Elk Grove on Friday night. The Saints led by as many as 35 points over the Grenadiers.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH09r5vaFri, 23 Oct 2026 19:01:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are the 2026 All-Fox Valley Conference girls flag football players, as voted on by FVC coaches. A total of 38 student-athletes from 10 area schools earned awards.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZjxeWaFri, 23 Oct 2026 11:00:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is the DuKane Conference all-conference team.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNinWpzgPFri, 23 Oct 2026 00:31:42 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles North coach Rob Pomazak records his 100th career win in dramatic fashion, and St. Charles East excited about opportunity to be back in the playoffs in Matt McGowan's Kane County notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3GjkRKThu, 22 Oct 2026 20:44:19 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMount Carmel jumps Loyola in the Class 8A rankings, Brother Rice remains No. 2 in Class 7A, Fenwick rises to No. 3 in Class 6A and IC Catholic Prep stands as the No. 1 team in Class 3A. Here are all of the CCL football teams ranked in the final...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdeylkaThu, 22 Oct 2026 20:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2026 IHSA Class 8A playoffs with picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdpbxJKThu, 22 Oct 2026 19:58:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDixon will look to bounce back at home on Friday against Plano in the opening round of the Class 4A playoffs. Newman and Fulton are also hosting Saturday, and Amboy faces Macon Meridian in a matchup of two 8-0 teams to close out the 8-man regular season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnEy4DaThu, 22 Oct 2026 19:39:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is the final Illinois Media Poll for football, which was released Thursday for all eight classes.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K62LsZ9MlmKThu, 22 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2026 IHSA Class 7A playoffs with picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>525falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-8-man-football-preview-capsule-for-alden-hebron-final-week-of-regular-season--75926058
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimY7oJQThu, 22 Oct 2026 16:27:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAlden-Hebron, riding a three-game winning streak, hosts Polo in its final Illinois 8-Man Football Association game of the regular season. Junior RB Caleb Linneman is coming off a 300-yard rushing performance for the 6-2 Giants.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>146falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/podcast-opening-round-playoff-preview-mchenry-county-teams-set-for-playoff-journeys--75923591
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtX6jjbaThu, 22 Oct 2026 14:09:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2026 IHSA Class 6A playoffs with his picks to win every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvWW3naThu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSix McHenry County football teams - Cary-Grove, Huntley, Jacobs, Johnsburg, Richmond-Burton and Woodstock - are navigating an unprecedented bye week with opening-round playoff games taking place this weekend. Here is how those six teams are spending...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlmmzXKThu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is a look at the Week 10 play-in round IHSA playoff matchups across The Times area, featuring opponents and picks for Marquette, Dwight and Sandwich.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7oo35QThu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLa Salle-Peru is hosting a playoff game for the first time in more than two decades, Princeton is returning to Chicago for a playoff game and Mendota and Bureau Valley are ending playoff droughts.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZjj3vaThu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Herald-News area IHSA prep football preview for Week 10, featuring key opening-round playoff showdowns across the greater Joliet area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi699XoQThu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:09 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2026 IHSA Class 5A playoffs and makes his picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ55nvaThu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFrom their days of running routes at local fields as middle-schoolers, Niles Notre Dame quarterback Eric Couper and top receiver Peter Panagiotopoulos have shattered program records. The dynamic duo is leading the Dons into their first IHSA playoff...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpnn90PThu, 22 Oct 2026 10:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSycamore and Genoa-Kingston begin their postseason runs at home while Hiawatha concludes its regular season against Orangeville.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNinW9kAPThu, 22 Oct 2026 03:34:39 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFormer Chicago Bears kicker Robbie Gould has stepped down as the head football coach at St. Viator after two seasons. The longtime NFL veteran went 3-15 in his time at St. Viator. He previously spent one season at Rolling Meadows.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4HjZyzxQWed, 21 Oct 2026 20:47:42 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles East football travels to Elk Grove, St. Charles North hosts McHenry, St. Francis battles Grayslake North, and more previews and picks for opening round playoff games in the Kane County Chronicle coverage area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdpWWjKWed, 21 Oct 2026 20:00:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2026 IHSA Class 4A Playoffs with picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrVX6daWed, 21 Oct 2026 19:03:41 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOswego East begins its postseason Saturday with a trip to Chicago, where it'll look to get its first playoff win since 2016 against coach Tyson LeBlanc's former school, Curie. Here are previews and picks for that game and others around the Record...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5Uy5xbbPWed, 21 Oct 2026 17:13:22 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAgainst long odds, the 2-7 Plano Reapers are playing postseason football this week after winning on senior night. That, Quentin Jackson's steady presence for Oswego and Oswego East coach Tyson LeBlanc's upcoming rematch with his former team in Skyler...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>589falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-ihsa-playoffs-steve-soucie-s-class-3a-playoff-analysis-and-picks--75904639
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5qLBxKWed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSteve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2026 IHSA Class 3A Playoffs, with picks for every game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K62LsZ9mEVKWed, 21 Oct 2026 16:38:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGeneva football senior Lincoln Mercado loves his versatility in football, a sport that was taken away from him at a young age. He returned to the sport at a bigger size, and now roams at tight end in the Vikings' dominant offense.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrV8YqaWed, 21 Oct 2026 11:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCan Nazareth turn another 4-5 start into state championship glory? What do the paths look like for returning finalists Providence and St. Francis? Will Leo win its first playoff game in 13 years? Here are five CCL storylines to watch entering the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZVlq2aTue, 20 Oct 2026 22:28:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLongtime Batavia head football coach Dennis Piron won his final regular season home game last week. Batavia's mayor called it Dennis Piron Day, but for the coach, it was senior night. Piron won't credit himself, but his players can attest to what he's...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxebWdQTue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThere's a new team atop the Friday Night Drive Power Rankings and a complete shakeup of th Top 25. Here are the complete Friday Night Drive Power Rankings.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVRX0wPTue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMount Carmel's Brady Cloherty, Montini's Luca Florio, Fenwick's Jake Thies, St. Francis's Bren Kolinski, Providence's Brayden McKay and IC Catholic Prep's Will Schmidt are just some of the standout performers from CCL football teams during Week 9 of...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtL328lPTue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe St. Bede football team flipped its record, going from 2-7 to 7-2, Bureau Valley's Dane Stewart reached 1,000 yards rushing and more in the NewsTribune/BCR football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlmq0VKMon, 19 Oct 2026 21:36:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles North girls flag football quarterback Kaelie Tomalak ended her high school career with a state championship. It just took a little convincing from her dad to join the team. Now, the player and assistant coach share the sport they love.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cLEBVlQMon, 19 Oct 2026 16:34:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton senior running back Hunter Carley finished the regular season with 2,090 rushing yards and 38 rushing TDs, and his remarkable run might be far from over. Plus, news on Johnsburg and Jacobs players breaking school records in this week's...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdLDx5aMon, 19 Oct 2026 15:43:35 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Sycamore football team got a shutout in its final regular season game, Kaneland topped Class 8A Metea Valley before its bye week and DeKalb got a look at its future with a pair of freshmen starting in its final game of the season against Rochelle....
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxoJ5pQMon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkA total of 21 Chicago Catholic League teams have qualified for the 2026 IHSA football playoffs. Here are all of the opening-round matchups featuring CCL teams, as well as which CCL teams will have byes into the first round.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdgnBqKSun, 18 Oct 2026 02:41:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkClass 2A Playoff Bracket
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>22falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-ihsa-football-playoff-pairings-opening-round-information-for-kankakee-county-area-teams-teams-with-byes--75842679
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtL1olDPSun, 18 Oct 2026 02:41:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are opening-round matchups and information on teams with byes for teams in the Daily Journal coverage area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1b4VjaSun, 18 Oct 2026 02:40:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkClass 3A Playoff Bracket
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>22falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-ihsa-football-playoff-pairings-opening-round-information-for-sycamore-kaneland-genoa-kingston--75842681
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5Y2NNPSun, 18 Oct 2026 02:33:26 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkNo. 9 Sycamore opens the postseason with No. 24 Crystal Lake South while No. 2 Kaneland has a bye in the 5A bracket, and No. 14 Genoa-Kingston has a rematch with No. 19 North Boone in a 3A contest in the IHSA brackets released Saturday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>281falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-charles-north-flag-football-wins-state-title-with-32-13-win-over-prospect--75842278
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimLW5AQSun, 18 Oct 2026 01:50:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles North flag football achieved perfection on Saturday night at Willowbrook High School, defeating Prospect, 32-13, to finish an undefeated season as state champions.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>299falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ccl-football-roundup-here-are-results-stats-and-scoring-plays-from-week-9-of-the-2026-ihsa-season--75839130
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCDoG8GPSat, 17 Oct 2026 15:19:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMount Carmel knocked off unbeaten Loyola, St. Rita beat Nazareth for the CCL Green title, St. Ignatius rolled over Providence for the CCL Orange title and IC Catholic Prep grinded out a 6-0 win over Joliet Catholic for the CCL White title. Here are...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>545falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/high-school-football-week-9-results-recaps-for-every-game-in-the-suburban-life-area--75835907
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5YRMyPSat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are results and recaps for every Week 9 game of the 2026 season from around the Suburban Life coverage area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzx8RpKSat, 17 Oct 2026 07:07:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are results and recaps for all the Week 9 games from around the Kendall County area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>73falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lockport-shuts-out-waubonsie-valley-for-fifth-win-after-0-3-start--75835139
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki84zw8aSat, 17 Oct 2026 06:39:27 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkComing off a lopsided loss last week, Lockport came away with a 35-0 blanking of Waubonsie Valley in a nonconference clash Friday night in Aurora.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kentucky-commit-jake-nawrot-and-jackson-travis-help-hersey-pile-up-over-600-yards-to-beat-prospect--75835197
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimLje7QSat, 17 Oct 2026 06:22:35 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKentucky commit Jake Nawrot threw for 326 yards and four touchdowns and Jackson Travis rushed for a program-record 294 yards and two TDs to power Hersey past Prospect 48-35 in a Mid-Suburban League matchup of unbeatens.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>235falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kentucky-commit-jake-nawrot-and-jackson-travis-help-hersey-pile-up-over-600-yards-to-beat-prospect--75835138
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH29rXVKSat, 17 Oct 2026 06:22:35 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKentucky commit Jake Nawrot threw for 326 yards and four touchdowns and Jackson Travis rushed for a program-record 294 yards and two TDs to power Hersey past Prospect 48-35 in a Mid-Suburban League matchup of unbeatens.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>235falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alden-hebron-dispatches-milledgeville-for-sixth-i8fa-win--75834544
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5WO2BKSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:59:21 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCaleb Linneman's big night on the ground put the Alden-Hebron Giants in a more favorable Illinois 8-Man Football Association playoff seeding scenario with win No. 6, as the Giants downed Milledgeville 50-36 on the road.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/montini-on-luca-florio-s-td-run-in-final-two-minutes-rallies-from-two-score-deficit-to-beat-st-francis--75834566
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0EAEpaSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:57:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLuca Florio took in a go-ahead 12-yard touchdown run with 1:59 left as Montini overcame an 11-point deficit in the final 10 minutes, and three second-half turnovers, to beat visiting St. Francis 28-24 in the CCL Green finale.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>273falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sycamore-genoa-kingston-kaneland-pick-up-wins-in-regular-season-finales-daily-chronicle-week-9-roundup--75834554
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1bGBBaSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:55:41 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSycamore got a dominant showing in all three phases in a win against Althoff Catholic, Jackson Little's pick-six sparked Kaneland, G-K rolled past Rock falls and Hiawatha fell to West Carroll. It's the Week 9 roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>187falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eastland-pearl-city-rolls-to-win-at-morrison-seals-playoff-bid--75834563
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kz7lTvArB4aSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:54:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkComing in with three wins and looking to clinch an at-large playoff berth, Eastland-Pearl City answered the bell and punched its postseason ticket in convincing fashion with a 49-10 victory at Morrison.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>269falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oswego-overpowers-crosstown-rival-oswego-east-takes-second-in-spc-west--75834557
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVkvJqPSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:48:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFive different players found the end zone for Oswego as the Panthers built a huge lead en route to their 35-18 win over Oswego East in the 22nd edition of the Crosstown Classic, making them the Southwest Prairie West runners-up.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>283falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-clifton-central-secure-conference-titles-daily-journal-week-9-football-roundup--75834543
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtXomzXaSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:45:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara and Clifton Central secured conference titles with blowout wins, Kankakee finished off an unbeaten conference season, Momence clinched a playoff spot with a comeback win and more in the Daily Journal Week 9 football roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>211falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-charles-north-rolls-past-lake-park-kane-county-chronicle-high-school-football-roundup--75834558
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH29rEGKSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:44:31 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles North, Aurora Christian, West Aurora, Burlington Central and Kaneland were all winners Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_agLNUyXg7NPSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:41:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are IHSA football scores and more for teams across the greater Joliet area, including big wins for Morris, Coal City, Joliet West, Bolingbrook, Plainfield North and Lincoln-Way East.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nelson-wendell-geneva-erase-early-21-point-deficit-beat-st-charles-east-to-clinch-outright-dukane-title--75834602
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aqp6tjE7D8KSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:39:29 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkNelson Wendell scored three total touchdowns and gained over 100 all-purpose yards, and Geneva erased an early 21-point deficit to beat St. Charles East and clinch the outright DuKane Conference championship.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>293falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-loses-more-than-a-game-in-the-season-finale-against-sandburg--75834567
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3E2n1QSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:38:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/braeden-novak-riverside-brookfield-beat-glenbard-south-to-close-out-upstate-eight-east-title--75834607
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxo9egQSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:25:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBraeden Novak led a Riverside-Brookfield touchdown drive on their first possession of the game and they never trailed again, pulling away in the second half for a 25-7 win at Glenbard South to clinch the Upstate Eight East title and first outright...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>284falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marquette-stuns-la-salle-peru-12-7-in-first-meeting-in-59-years--75834596
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxo9ojQSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:21:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Class 1A Marquette Crusaders entered Friday’s contest believing they could match up with Class 5A La Salle-Peru, and after 48 minutes at Gould Stadium the Cru proved it with a 12-7 win.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>266falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joliet-west-finishes-regular-season-with-momentum-takes-down-plainfield-central-40-14--75834568
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVkBDGPSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:20:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJoliet West closed its regular season playing some of its best football, winning three of its final four games and capping the stretch with a 40-14 victory over Plainfield Central on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH29r9kKSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:16:45 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIC Catholic Prep's defense forced three turnovers, including two interceptions from Will Schmidt, and Jakobe Baldwin's 93-yard touchdown run accounted for the only offense in a 6-0 win over Joliet Catholic to clinch the CCL White title.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>229falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cohen-haedt-rochelle-flash-the-passing-the-game-in-44-13-win-over-dekalb--75834604
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3Vl5NKSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:09:30 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFor a team that runs a Wing-T offense and has a reputation for rarely throwing the ball, the Rochelle football team has been effective at passing, and on Friday against DeKalb the air attack was an outright weapon in a 44-13 win.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>279falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princeton-stays-close-but-falls-short-against-2a-no-8-rockridge-in-regular-season-finale--75834608
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJA34raSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:08:47 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Princeton football team stayed within striking distance of Class 2A No. 8 Rockridge but couldn't make the key plays in a 21-16 loss Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVkv8lPSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:05:56 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBatavia football survived multiple comeback attempts from Wheaton Warrenville South and emerged victorious, 27-24, Friday night at Bulldog Stadium. Brennon Zeng recorded 75 receiving yards and a much-needed touchdown in the fourth quarter.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>264falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ottawa-s-season-likely-ends-with-54-0-loss-at-rich-township--75834572
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki84zplaSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:04:59 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Ottawa football team had its season come to a close with a 54-0 road loss to Rich Township. The Pirates ended the season at 2-7.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi6mZvWQSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:01:48 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBrady Cloherty threw for 405 yards and four touchdowns, including two to Duran Sims and another on a 99-yard pass to Marshaun Thornton, as Mount Carmel knocked off Loyola 38-21 and handed the Ramblers their first loss of the season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>347falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/newman-dominates-up-front-rylan-alvarado-runs-for-4-tds-in-rout-of-mendota--75834548
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvqlwGaSat, 17 Oct 2026 05:01:27 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkRylan Alvarado ran for four touchdowns to lead Newman to a 42-8 win over Mendota in the regular season finale.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>227falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/defense-comes-up-big-for-lyons-township-flag-football-in-state-quarterfinal-win-over-bradley-bourbonnais--75834575
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4Hk1rZLQSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:54:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter a pair of early touchdowns, it was Margeaux Dvorak and the defense for the Lyons Township flag football team that came up big in a 12-6 win in the state quarterfinals against Bradley-Bourbonnais, sending the Lions to Saturday's semifinals in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>281falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-rolls-again-beats-woodstock-to-win-krc-title--75834576
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KV25sZ4z1qKSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:54:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWoodstock football coach Mike Brasile has known Richmond-Burton senior Hunter Carley for most of Carley's life. Friday night, Brasile watched Carley rush for 213 yards and three TDs, as R-B clinched the Kishwaukee River Conference title with a 49-0...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>321falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sterling-rolls-past-rock-island-to-clinch-western-big-6-title--75834577
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5UyOEoGPSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:49:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling had five touchdowns of 31 yards or longer and the defense dominated Rock Island in a 49-7 win that wrapped up the Western Big 6 Conference title for the Golden Warriors on Friday at Roscoe Eades Stadium.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>300falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-explodes-for-42-first-quarter-points-heads-into-playoffs-with-48-22-win-at-streator--75834609
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZDMpRaSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:48:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThere were three more quarters of football Friday filled with memorable plays for both teams at Doug Dieken Stadium, but the first quarter completely decided the outcome of Manteno’s eventual 48-22, regular season-ending win over Streator. And then some.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>254falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-turns-tables-on-wilmington-wins-illinois-central-eight-championship-with-shutout-victory--75834598
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxo92mQSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:48:50 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCoal City football won the Illinois Central Eight championship with a 14-0 win over previously unbeaten Wilmington on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZ7GlqaSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:38:31 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJacobs junior wide receiver Owen Crouch had a record-shattering night and running back Nick Meyer enjoyed a memorable senior night as the Golden Eagles dominated Crystal Lake South 56-21 in their Fox Valley Conference game Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHreoEmaSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:37:49 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe St. Bede football team matched its highest regular-season win total in a football season since 2021 Friday, wearing St. Teresa down with its ball-control offense and posting a 30-22 victory over the Bulldogs to avenge a loss from last season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU127bMaSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:22:42 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg, Woodstock North and Burlington Central won their regular-season finales, while Marengo and Marian Central were on the losing end of their Week 9 matchups. All five teams will play in the postseason.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJA3XdaSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:15:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSophomore FB Luke Ceresa, part of Cary-Grove's relentless five-headed backfield monster, had a career night with 160 yards and a 39-yard TD run as the Trojans rolled up 424 yards on the ground in a 42-18 Fox Valley Conference win over Hampshire.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzx8E5KSat, 17 Oct 2026 04:03:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHuntley wrapped up a perfect regular season Friday with a 51-0 win against McHenry, giving the Red Raiders the outright Fox Valley Conference championship. It's Huntley's first FVC title since sharing it in 2022.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki84nb3aSat, 17 Oct 2026 03:55:24 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Ignatius rolled up 468 total yards, including 382 on the ground, to beat Providence Catholic 53-33 Friday night and win the Chicago Catholic League Orange division.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PMvwUje60bQSat, 17 Oct 2026 03:49:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBureau Valley scored the first 22 points Friday then responded to a Knoxville rally to win 36-20 and secure its first playoff berth since 2016.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_agLNUyX1RgPSat, 17 Oct 2026 03:29:44 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWhile Dixon struggled to put together drives offensively, the Dukes could not get Durand-Pecatonica off the field as the Rivermen closed the regular season with an 18-0 win. It was the first time Dixon was shut out since a 47-0 loss at Lutheran in 2014.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxo67VQSat, 17 Oct 2026 03:24:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge, after starting the season 0-7, finished with two wins to keep its playoff hopes alive. On Friday, the Wolves beat Dundee-Crown 25-21 in their Fox Valley Conference game in Crystal Lake.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4Hk1YMjQFri, 16 Oct 2026 23:46:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles North’s girls flag football team kept its dream season alive with a 27-12 win over Evanston in the IHSA state quarterfinals Friday. Senior quarterback Kaelie Tomalak ran for three touchdowns and grabbed an interception on defense.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimLo48QFri, 16 Oct 2026 18:08:46 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFormer Providence head coach Tyler Plantz has resurfaced as a coach in the Chicago Catholic League as he is now an assistant coach at Mount Carmel.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cLZnjlKFri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSlowed by a bruised sternum earlier this season, St. Francis quarterback Jadon Wilson has been on target during the team's three-game winning streak. The East St. Louis transfer, who challenged himself to be a stronger leader this year, is finding his...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cLEWXoQFri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJohn Fennell makes plays with his legs, but the senior quarterback broke St. Rita's single-game passing yards record during Friday's win over Benet. With over 1,600 total yards and 15 touchdowns accounted for this season, Fennell has the Mustangs...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>355falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-week-9-illinois-media-poll-here-s-where-ccl-teams-are-ranked-in-the-state--75816994
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZ7o4jaFri, 16 Oct 2026 01:06:33 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFenwick moves up to No. 4 in Class 6A, Montini jumps to No. 2 in Class 4A and both Loyola (Class 8A) and IC Catholic Prep (Class 3A) remain No. 1 in their respective classes. Here are the CCL football teams ranked in the Week 9 Illinois Media Poll.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH29DkZKFri, 16 Oct 2026 01:05:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe St. Bede football team was eligible to receive a waiver of the 1.65 enrollment multiplier, but the Bruins will not be playing with a waiver due to an issue submitting the waiver application, St. Bede officials said in a statement.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3VA7bKThu, 15 Oct 2026 23:17:25 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is the Week 9 Illinois Media Poll for football, which was released Thursday for all eight classes.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0Ek4oaThu, 15 Oct 2026 23:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWeek 9 results have the potential to wildly alter the projected brackets. Check here to see revision updates by Steve Soucie as the final week's results pour in.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q1ykHlYv8bQThu, 15 Oct 2026 20:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkProjecting the playoff field in 2026, was different than this exercise has ever been in the 30+ years this reporter has been doing it in some form. How did we build the field of 384 teams and what surprises could be in store in Week 9? Steve Soucie...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q1ykHlYdowQThu, 15 Oct 2026 17:55:50 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe final week of the high school football regular season is here, and many McHenry County-area teams are still looking to either secure a spot in this year’s expanded field or potentially earn an opening-round bye.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZD1gDaThu, 15 Oct 2026 11:00:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe regular season really looks like it is destined to go out with a bang rather than a whimper with huge matchups across the state. Steve Soucie takes a look at the top matchups of Week 9.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdLq14aThu, 15 Oct 2026 11:00:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWeek 9 of the IHSA/I8FA football season features some key matchups in The Times area, including Ottawa visiting Rich Township for a win-and-in, Marquette hosting La Salle-Peru and FCW in a matchup of 5-2 eight-man teams.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHre1ZdaThu, 15 Oct 2026 11:00:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee football team looks to secure its third unbeaten Southland Athletic Conference season in four years, other area teams look to wrap up the regular season with some momentum, and more in the Kankakee County area Week 9 football preview.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZ7jbgaThu, 15 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCarmel earned its third win and became the 19th Chicago Catholic League football team to earn playoff eligibility entering Week 9 of the 2026 IHSA season. De La Salle fell to 0-8 and has been eliminated from playoff contention. Here's the current...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3Ee69QThu, 15 Oct 2026 02:59:56 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLincoln-Way West was voted in as Friday Night Drive’s Week 8 Team of the Week following a 14-10 win over rival Lincoln-Way Central last Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin958vPWed, 14 Oct 2026 19:42:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLyons travels to York in a West Suburban Silver clash, Wheaton Warrenville South goes to Batavia in the DuKane and CCL powers Montini and St. Francis meet up. Get ready for Week 9 with Josh Welge's previews and picks for all the games from around the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q1ykHlYX9oQWed, 14 Oct 2026 18:34:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWeek 8 Football Notebook: Aurora Christian junior Jalen Callaway shines on both sides of the ball for the Eagles and broke a program record last week in their win over Wheaton Academy. Plus, the return of Tivias Caldwell Jr. boosts St. Francis.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5WE33KWed, 14 Oct 2026 18:15:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe 1973 Milledgeville football team finished the season 9-0, one year before the IHSA playoffs began. The team will be induced into the Northwest Illinois Sports and Milledgeville Hall of Fame this weekend.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5WdBWKWed, 14 Oct 2026 15:12:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLed by dual-threat senior quarterback Braeden Novak, Riverside-Brookfield is rolling toward the Upstate Eight East title. That, Nate Lang and IC Catholic cuts it loose against Loyola and banged-up St. Francis remains confident in a playoff run in Josh...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlVe9oKWed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDeKalb plays its third former Northern Illinois Big 12 conference-mate this week when it closes its season against Rochelle, while Kaneland faces a current foe of the Barbs, Metea Valley. Plus a look at matchups for Sycamore, Genoa-Kingston and Hiawatha.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_agLNUyXdZDPWed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLoyola faces Mount Carmel, Marist takes on Brother Rice, Providence and St. Ignatius battle for the Orange Division title and IC Catholic Prep plays Joliet Catholic for the White Division title. Here are notable Chicago Catholic League games to watch...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q1ykHlY4J1QWed, 14 Oct 2026 03:39:52 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkA late defensive stop in the final seconds of the IHSA Belleville East Sectional championship game secured a 26-22 win for the Bradley-Bourbonnais girls flag football team, putting the Boilermakers in the state quarterfinals for the second time in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtL1BM6PWed, 14 Oct 2026 02:19:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLyons advanced to the flag football state finals with a 26-6 win over Romeoville in the sectional finals on Wednesday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K62LsZwp5OKTue, 13 Oct 2026 20:00:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHarvard's Braden Wittum isn't following in the footsteps of his grandfather, who was a Pro Bowl punter in the NFL, but the senior has been developing his own legacy in football and track and field.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtXo0w1aTue, 13 Oct 2026 19:43:57 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling senior running back Cobey Shipma is the Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week, presented by Loescher Heating and Air Conditioning. He is the team's leading rusher and has 14 touchdowns in eight games this season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZDmgVaTue, 13 Oct 2026 19:24:56 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAnother edition of the Crosstown Classic is on the horizon as Oswego East prepares to host backyard rival Oswego in the regular season finale. That, Joel Castillo's unlikely kick-return TD for Yorkville and Sandwich's looming KRC swansong in Skyler...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxoWZoQTue, 13 Oct 2026 19:02:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere's where football teams across the greater Joliet area stand in their quest for the IHSA playoffs as the regular season concludes this weekend.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cLErxvQTue, 13 Oct 2026 17:44:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThere’s only one week left for IHSA football teams and two weeks for I8FA’s eight-man squads to lock up berths in this year’s expanded playoff field. Here's where Marquette, Dwight, Sandwich, FCW, Ottawa, Seneca and Streator stand.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdg3zbKTue, 13 Oct 2026 17:42:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThere is only one week left to earn a spot in the postseason, and plenty of Suburban Life area teams still are battling for a spot. Here are where teams stand heading into Week 9.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4Hk15ZDQTue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:09 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLa Salle-Peru, Princeton, St. Bede and Mendota have locked up playoff berths, while Bureau Valley and Hall are still in the mix, plus more in the NewsTribune/BCR football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4Hj95JBQTue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLoyola fended off a challenge to its roost on the top of the Friday Night Drive Rankings. Here are the complete Friday Night Drive Power Rankings.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOeqyVPTue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFenwick's Jake Thies, IC Catholic Prep's Nate Lang, St. Francis's Alex Taylor and Providence's Dominic Vita are just some of the standout performers from Chicago Catholic League football teams during Week 8 of the 2026 IHSA season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU12RW0aTue, 13 Oct 2026 03:11:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Charles North's flag football team scored just seven points in the first half, but responded with three touchdowns in the second half to take down Oswego East 27-12 in the St. Charles North Sectional final and advance to state.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0Ez3maMon, 12 Oct 2026 17:13:35 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe journey for Huntley hasn't always been easy, despite six running-clock wins and a perfect record. Chase Hojnacki's transfer last year has helped get the Red Raiders on track. Plus, info on Crystal Lake South, Hampshire and Crystal Lake Central in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0En3GaMon, 12 Oct 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWith just one week left to go in the regular season the playoff brackets are starting to take shape at the top of each classification, while the race to fill out the remainder of the field is fully on. Steve Soucie takes a look at what we learned in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH29qgbKMon, 12 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIf there was any concern that Coal City may look past Herscher Friday, those fears were squashed early. The Coalers built a 57-0 halftime advantage on the strength of four interceptions and put up a season-high 70 points in a dominant 70-6 win Friday...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtXoO35aMon, 12 Oct 2026 11:00:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOn a night when 24 Wilmington seniors were honored before the game, it was a junior that stole the show. Hunter Kaitschuck touched the ball 12 times on Friday against Reed-Custer and made his presence felt as he scored three touchdowns and amassed 233...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvqj3gaMon, 12 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLoyola rallied over IC Catholic Prep, Mount Carmel rolled against Joliet Catholic, Nazareth blanked St. Patrick and St. Francis took down Niles Notre Dame. Here are the notable results, stats and scoring plays from Week 8 in the Chicago Catholic League.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7wB9wQMon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSycamore's two-minute drill, opening second-half drive swings momentum in its win over Rochelle, while Colton Ludwig runs for 200 yards again in Kaneland's win over Rochelle. We break down all four Week 8 games.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpkwMGPSun, 11 Oct 2026 00:36:31 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHomewood-Flossmoor erased a 21-point halftime deficit, scoring 25 unanswered points to defeat Lincoln-Way East 25-21 in an IHSA girls flag football sectional semifinal on Saturday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZD7lGaSun, 11 Oct 2026 00:23:36 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkChris Georgas’ running and a gritty defensive effort led by two-way linemen Owen Roberts and Brayden Byford powered York to a second straight win against a ranked team, 25-22 over Class 7A No. 7 Glenbard West on Saturday afternoon in Glen Ellyn.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCDorZBPSat, 10 Oct 2026 22:34:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOswego East achieved its deepest run in the program's young history on Saturday, as Avaya Kittling-Turner caught a TD and Elaine Taylor recorded a pick-six to push the Wolves past Willowbrook 12-6 in the sectional semifinals.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cLEeBwQSat, 10 Oct 2026 20:54:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais advanced to the sectional final after narrowly defeating Minooka 19-18 with a game-winning drive inside the final two minutes of the game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3EEeEQSat, 10 Oct 2026 09:00:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are results and recaps for every Week 8 game of the 2026 season from around the Suburban Life coverage area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3VVB6KSat, 10 Oct 2026 06:27:29 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDefense was the name of the game Friday night in Seneca, as the host Fighting Irish took on Farmington, with the Farmers ultimately taking the contest 22-0.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cLZZoEKSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:35:44 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBraeden Novak amassed over 300 yards passing and rushing and Nico Caputo had over 200 all-purpose yards, and Riverside-Brookfield exacted a measure of revenge for last year's last-second loss to Glenbard East with a 38-28 win to clinch at least a...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1bbgmaSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:30:48 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKash Sunderlage had a touchdown among his big receptions and Jaiden Lee ran for a touchdown, but Genoa-Kingston became the latest victim of Byron's monster season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHreeLWaSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:25:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPeotone takes a commanding 42-13 win over Manteno. It's an emblematic win that had the Blue Devils riding high in a turnaround season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlVV6LKSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:18:59 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Streator football overcame a tough start Friday night but eventually fell 18-15 against host Lisle at the Village of Lisle/Benedictine University Sports Complex.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTW661laSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:15:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSycamore overcame a five-point deficit and a huge disparity in time of possession in the first half for a 27-20 win at rival Rochelle on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJAA2XaSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:14:55 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara and Bradley-Bourbonnais each took tough conference losses at home, with Bishop McNamara falling 42-10 to Hope Academy and Bradley-Bourbonnais falling 49-7 to Homewood-Flossmoor, and more in the Daily Journal Week 8 football roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cLZZD5KSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:12:48 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGrant Georgas and Kevin Jay ran for touchdowns and Declan Davies had a key fumble recovery to stake Downers Grove North to a 17-point halftime lead, and the Trojans held off the visiting Lions 17-10 to clinch at least a share of the West Suburban...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHree9kaSat, 10 Oct 2026 05:11:35 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJacobs junior quarterback Austin Stennett ran for two touchdowns and threw for two more as the Golden Eagles earned their seventh win of the season with a 27-13 victory against Dundee-Crown on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5UyOOn6PSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:58:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBehind a 229-yard, five touchdown day from Skyler Estay, Milford/Cissna Park rode a dominant first half to a 50-34 win over St. Anne/Donovan on Friday, extending its winning streak to six games and clinching the 8-Man Central East Conference title.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimLL7pQSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:58:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere's a rundown of Week 8 IHSA football across the Herald-News coverage area, including lopsided wins for Lincoln-Way East, Coal City, Providence, Wilmington and Morris.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3EEnMQSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:53:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKankakee senior quarterback Phillip Turner broke off two dazzling touchdown dashes early, getting the Kays off and running en route to a 34-14 win Friday night in Crete.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdggXqKSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:53:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKankakee senior quarterback Phillip Turner broke off two dazzling touchdown dashes early, getting the Kays off and running en route to a 34-14 win Friday night in Crete.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlVVg6KSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:48:44 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkTyson Ward was 14-of-17 passing for 188 yards and three TDs and also ran for a score in Bolingbrook's 46-14 win over Plainfield North.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnwwEmaSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:45:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWyoming commit Michael Vander Luitgaren threw for two touchdowns and rushed for two scores as visiting Batavia rolled past St. Charles East 34-14.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJAAyXaSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:43:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Marquette football team owned the start and ends of both halves Friday, and that proved to be enough for a 21-12 home win over the visiting Dwight Trojans.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdggpXKSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:32:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkQuarterback Marion Persich shined in his return to La Salle-Peru, the Morris defense recorded its third straight shutout and the Warriors scored on special teams in a 50-0 rout of La Salle-Peru on Friday to finish 5-0 in the conference for their...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kz7lTvAAAraSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:26:52 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkRomeoville drove up to Joliet Central on Friday afternoon with its backs against the wall, knowing it needed a win to keep its playoff hopes alive. The Spartans responded with the urgency expected of a team fighting for its season, rallying for a...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnwwOJaSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:15:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGriffin Chamberlain threw touchdown passes to four different receivers, Hampshire scored a special teams touchdown and the defense held McHenry to one third quarter score in pulling away 39-6, the Whip-Purs' fifth win in six games.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4Hk1124QSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:13:56 +0000trueShaw Local News Network"It's immensely frustrating," DeKalb coach Derek Schneeman said after a 28-17 loss to Metea Valley. The Barbs led in the fourth quarter but late mistakes doomed the team, likely costing them a playoff berth.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0EEOYaSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:12:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGeneva football's usually dominant offense delivered again with 42 points, but on Friday against Wheaton North, the Vikings' defense provided the highlights as well in a 42-14 victory over the Falcons.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4Hj990AQSat, 10 Oct 2026 04:02:45 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAppearing to finally hit its stride as the regular season nears its end, the Princeton football team posted a second straight runaway win Friday as the Tigers overpowered local rival Hall-Putnam County 57-0 at Bryant Field.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_agLNUyXXe7PSat, 10 Oct 2026 03:47:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSenior quarterback Jacob Howard rushed for 167 yards on 24 carries, the biggest a 35-yard go-ahead touchdown with 3:34 left in the fourth quarter, as Lincoln-Way West edged district rival Lincoln-Way Central.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVkklnPSat, 10 Oct 2026 03:26:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling football did its best to keep up at Quincy, but the explosive Blue Devils put up over 500 yards in a 52-28 Western Big 6 Conference win. Sterling can still win a Big 6 title with a win over Rock Island next week at home.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4Hj99klQSat, 10 Oct 2026 02:49:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Wooden Shoe trophy changed hands once more Friday in Fulton, as the Steamers took it back from Morrison in a 51-0 win over the Mustangs.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZDp8yaThu, 08 Oct 2026 23:15:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is the Week 8 Illinois Media Poll for football, which was released Thursday for all eight classes.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxoVn1QThu, 08 Oct 2026 22:29:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLoyola (8A) and IC Catholic Prep (3A) remain No. 1 in their respective classes. Joliet Catholic (6A) rises to No. 5 and both Providence (5A) and Brother Rice (7A) hold No. 2 rankings. Here's where CCL football teams are ranked entering Week 8 of the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH29obxKThu, 08 Oct 2026 19:55:16 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHeading into Week 8, here are what Kane County Chronicle-area teams need to do to make the expanded playoffs. Geneva sits at 6-1 and aims for a first-round bye.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5Y6ADPThu, 08 Oct 2026 19:51:41 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe IHSA football playoffs have expanded this year to 384 teams, 48 per class. Here are where football teams across the greater Joliet area stand heading into the final two weeks of the regular season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOeR9gPThu, 08 Oct 2026 18:11:49 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central takes on undefeated Huntley, Geneva hosts Wheaton North, Aurora Christian battles fellow 6-1 Wheaton Academy, and more previews and picks for teams in the Kane County Chronicle coverage area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVky9YPThu, 08 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove rolled up 533 rushing yards in a 55-23 win over Dundee-Crown in the teams' Fox Valley Conference football game at Al Bohrer Field in Cary. The Trojans are the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 7.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3Vo81KThu, 08 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are previews and picks for each Sauk Valley area football game in Week 8. Sterling can clinch the Western Big 6 Conference title with a win at Quincy, Erie-Prophetstown takes on 7-0 Riverdale, Dixon hosts Winnebago, Fulton hosts Morrison and more.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzxnNnKThu, 08 Oct 2026 11:00:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Herald-News area IHSA prep football preview for Week 8, featuring key showdowns across the greater Joliet area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVkXAePThu, 08 Oct 2026 11:00:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe schedule is jam packed with contests that will decide conference championships and clear the path to opening round bye winners. Steve Soucie takes a look at the top matchups of Week 8.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpkjNdPThu, 08 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLa Salle-Peru welcomes Morris, led by former Cavalier quarterback Marion Persich, to Howard Fellows Stadium, Princeton hosts Hall-Putnam County for homecoming, plus a look at the St. Bede, Bureau Valley and Amboy co-op Week 8 games.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTW6WxoaThu, 08 Oct 2026 03:49:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais' girls flag football team clinched its second regional title in three years Wednesday, downing first-year All-City rival Bishop McNamara 28-20 in a hard-fought IHSA Bradley-Bourbonnais Regional championship game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzxzyzKThu, 08 Oct 2026 03:44:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOswego East flag football added another incredible feat to its young history Wednesday night, shutting out Geneva 12-0 to win its second regional championship in only its second season as an IHSA program.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzxz3yKThu, 08 Oct 2026 03:11:49 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central's girls flag football team has stressed getting turnovers this season. In their regional final Wednesday, the Tigers got a second-half pick six from both Mae Anderson and Ella Mueller and rallied for a 28-20 win over host Lakes.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtXoX84aThu, 08 Oct 2026 02:53:20 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOne year after falling in the regional finals, St. Charles North girls flag football captured the regional title in dominating fashion over St. Francis. The North Stars scored nine touchdowns in the victory.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin9nDpPThu, 08 Oct 2026 01:34:18 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSavannah Mwaba had nearly 150 yards of offense and a touchdown, while the Minooka defense intercepted three passes in a 13-7 win over Normal Community to win the Joliet Central Regional championship Wednesday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K62LsZwOYnKWed, 07 Oct 2026 21:10:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSouthwest Prairie West rivals Oswego East and Yorkville will face off in the penultimate week of the regular season, with each side still looking for its first division win of the year. Here are previews for that game and others around the Record...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5YXDYPWed, 07 Oct 2026 20:07:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere's a look at Week 8 of the high school football season across The Times area, including key matchups for Marquette, Dwight, Flanagan-Cornell/Woodland and Sandwich.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7wLwJQWed, 07 Oct 2026 19:47:47 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is a look at where all 12 of the IHSA football teams in the Daily Journal area stand as far as playoff positioning goes, with all 12 teams still technically alive for a spot in the expanded field of 384 with two weeks to play.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdgRpoKWed, 07 Oct 2026 19:00:20 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIC Catholic hosts Loyola in a matchup of CCL unbeatens, Glenbard East is at Riverside-Brookfield to decide the Upstate Eight East title and Downers Grove North-Lyons and Glenbard West-York hook up in huge West Suburban Silver matchups. Here are all of...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K62LsZwO7NKWed, 07 Oct 2026 18:25:39 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFVC-leader Huntley hosts Burlington Central, while KRC-leader Richmond-Burton visits Woodstock North on Friday night. Both are looking to clinch a share of their respective conference titles. Check out a preview of all Week 8 games in McHenry County.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtLk0VnPWed, 07 Oct 2026 14:25:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWest Aurora's offensive creativity keeps it close against South Elgin, Aurora Central Catholic earns second win, and Geneva's offense looks reminiscent of state team: Kane County Chronicle football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrWJ3waWed, 07 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMatthew Lee received a taste of CCL football when he was thrust into starting duties as a sophomore. Armed with more experience, improved accuracy and a greater leadership role, the rising star quarterback has unbeaten Loyola primed for a major...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ47njaWed, 07 Oct 2026 11:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkUnbeaten Loyola and IC Catholic Prep square off in Elmhurst, Joliet Catholic welcomes Mount Carmel, Nazareth hosts St. Patrick, and St. Francis takes on Niles Notre Dame. Here are the Chicago Catholic League games to watch in Week 8 of the 2026 IHSA...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOv2lrPWed, 07 Oct 2026 10:00:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDeKalb looks to start a late playoff push with a win against Metea Valley, Genoa-Kingston takes on state-power Byron, and Kaneland and Sycamore close out their Interstate 8 slates. Week 8 DeKalb County-area previews and predictions:
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KV25sZYvLmKWed, 07 Oct 2026 03:39:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe excercise of projecting the playoff field has become more complicated and harder to get a clearer picture with additional teams get ample chances to prove they can still get into the field. Steve Soucie projects all eight clases of the IHSA...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU1vMYxaWed, 07 Oct 2026 00:33:20 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAs two of Plano's most seasoned starters, Jordan Martinez and Quinn Lyle have become the foundation of the Reapers' O-line. That, Oswego's regained rhythm since its stinging loss to Bolingbrook and Jeremiah Gbean's emergence for Oswego East in Skyler...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpJrNzPTue, 06 Oct 2026 20:00:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAs Week 8 of the high school football season approaches, some teams have secured a state playoff berth, while others are still looking to wrap up a spot in the postseason. Who's in, who's likely in and who has work to do in McHenry County?
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCD0ywYPTue, 06 Oct 2026 14:04:55 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSon of a former head coach, IC Catholic Prep junior Will Schmidt is the 'Swiss Army knife' who plays multiple positions for a 7-0 Knights' team that hosts fellow CCL unbeaten Loyola Friday. That, why York went for the two – and the win – last Friday...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdW26jKTue, 06 Oct 2026 11:00:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Princeton football team played uptempo in its win at Mendota, the St. Bede defense has been stout in the second half, Mendota players help in the community and more in the NewsTribune/BCR football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ4M3AaTue, 06 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMount Carmel's Brady Cloherty, Montini's Orlando Greco, Joliet Catholic's Keegan Castagnoli, St. Rita's Doniven Campbell and Nazareth's JJ Chapman are some of the top performing players from Chicago Catholic League football teams during Week 7 of the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOvo96PTue, 06 Oct 2026 03:44:42 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWith Bishop McNamara's 55-12 win over Normal University and Bradley-Bourbonnais' 18-8 win over Joliet West in Monday's IHSA Bradley-Bourbonnais Regional semifinals, these All-City rivals advanced to face off for a regional title Wednesday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHV8rBoPTue, 06 Oct 2026 02:07:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSophie Augustine totaled 318 yards and four touchdowns while the Oswego defense only let up one score to lead the Panthers to a 26-7 regional semifinal victory over Batavia on Monday — and a trip to a regional championship game for the second straight...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aqp6tjrgewKTue, 06 Oct 2026 01:38:09 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMinooka flag football coach Tony Garcia knew that Monday’s Joliet Central Regional semifinal game against Yorkville would be hard-fought. Garcia and the Indians got what they expected in a 19-6 win.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtLkdk5PMon, 05 Oct 2026 22:09:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling defensive back Kameron Gibson is the Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week, presented by Loescher Heating and Air Conditioning. He is one of the team's leading tacklers and has three interceptions with seven pass break ups this season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u35lqgKMon, 05 Oct 2026 20:12:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThere are only two weeks left to earn a spot in the postseason, and plenty of Suburban Life area teams still are battling for a spot. Here are where teams stand heading into Week 8.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin6lJjPMon, 05 Oct 2026 20:00:51 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJoliet Catholic earned a signature win amid a mid-season turnaround after upsetting St. Patrick 38-14, Wilmington stayed undefeated with a blowout win over Streator, and more in the Herald-News football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cL75j3KMon, 05 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSenior QB Griffin Chamberlain’s return home has sparked Hampshire, and Prairie Ridge junior DE/TE Hunter Mosolino recently picked up his 10th NCAA Division I scholarship offer in this week's Northwest Herald football notes.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin6lEJPMon, 05 Oct 2026 18:41:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Sycamore defense kept Morris in check more than almost any other team this year, but the offense struggled. Kaneland's offense put on a showcase against a La Salle-Peru team that has been a juggernaut all year. We look at all the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnOAyMaMon, 05 Oct 2026 13:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMount Carmel rolled over Providence, Brother Rice took down Fenwick, Joliet Catholic beat St. Patrick and both Loyola and IC Catholic Prep remained undefeated. Here are results, stats and scoring plays from Chicago Catholic League football teams in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>665falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-erases-early-deficit-rolls-past-peotone-55-7--75578402
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpJ6VYPMon, 05 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLogan Natyshok scored three touchdowns and Aiden Scrogham scored twice in the second quarter, and Coal City erased an early one-point deficit in blowing past Peotone 55-7 on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi68l4AQMon, 05 Oct 2026 11:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter tough losses in consecutive years against Herscher, Reed-Custer made sure to eliminate any drama Friday as the Comets scored the first 34 points and cruised to a 41-6 Homecoming victory over their Illinois Central Eight rivals.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvDOJ9aSun, 04 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkVote for the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 7 of the 2026 season! Choose your favorite school and submit your vote by 8 p.m. Monday
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ4nM0aSun, 04 Oct 2026 03:01:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe St. Bede football team trailed Seneca at halftime but shut out the Fighting Irish in the second half to win 38-21 on homecoming at the Academy.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tl8R35KSun, 04 Oct 2026 00:51:57 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAJ Rayford threw three touchdown passes, two to Keyante Johnson and one to Brady Johnson, and ran for one, in Glenbard West's 42-24 win over Hinsdale Central on Saturday at Duchon Field.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrWblDaSat, 03 Oct 2026 14:50:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGeneva put up 62 points in a win over Glenbard North, Aurora Central Catholic beat previously unbeaten Wesmont, South Elgin beat West Aurora on a last-second field goal, Burlington Central won and St. Charles East and St. Charles North both lost in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvD3wNaSat, 03 Oct 2026 06:17:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFox Valley Conference leader Huntley and Kishwaukee River Conference leader Richmond-Burton both cruised to victory to remain undefeated in Week 7. Burlington Central, Jacobs and Woodstock North also won: Northwest Herald Friday football roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH2xgpzKSat, 03 Oct 2026 06:06:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMike Schmid rambled for 151 yards on 23 carries and touchdown runs of 8 and 5 yards to lead Marian Central football to a 34-0 win over visiting Christ of King on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCD04qJPSat, 03 Oct 2026 06:05:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGenoa-Kingston and Hiawatha recorded lopsided victories and scored over 50 points, while DeKalb lost but freshman Henderson Yarbrough had another receiving touchdown, his second in as many varsity games.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzD3dLKSat, 03 Oct 2026 06:02:26 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkChase Schnurr threw three touchdown passes, CJ Jones rushed for two TDs and visiting Johnsburg beat Marengo 34-12.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU1v4LdaSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:54:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkShamarion Prude's 89-yard fullback smash up the middle on the first play set the tone as Cary-Grove piled up 533 rushing yards on just 23 carries in a 55-23 win over Dundee-Crown. Jackson Berndt rushed for 122 yards and Ty Tenopir 139 yards, both...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZN3jxaSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:44:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKankakee celebrated homecoming with a dominant 55-0 win over Bloom, Reed-Custer downed Herscher 41-6 to secure a spot in the playoffs and more in the Daily Journal Week 7 football roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>195falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brother-rice-showcases-its-depth-in-win-over-fenwick--75548114
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOvDevPSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:44:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDamari Thigpen ran back a punt 50 yards for a TD, Notre Dame-bound defensive lineman Brayden Parks ran in two TDs and Brother Rice beat Fenwick 42-21.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpJongPSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:44:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDamari Thigpen ran back a punt 50 yards for a TD, Notre Dame-bound defensive lineman Brayden Parks ran in two TDs and Brother Rice beat Fenwick 42-21.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZ937JaSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:40:36 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe host Woodstock Blue Streaks had three huge moments go their direction, allowing them to pull away to a 42-21 victory Friday over Sandwich on homecoming in a key Kishwaukee River Conference contest.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZN3DxaSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:35:29 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThomas Prescott's fourth-down sack with six seconds left turned away Wheaton North, as visiting Batavia rallied to win a 28-21 thriller in the DuKane Conference.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZ939EaSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:27:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere's Kevin Newberry's rundown of Week 7 IHSA football across the Will/Grundy county area, including wins for Morris, Lincoln-Way East, Joliet Catholic, Plainfield North and more.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimRyRNQSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:23:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMick Smith had two sacks, Logan Conroy had a tide-changing 75-yard punt return, and the Morris defense had a suffocating performance in a 33-0 win against Sycamore on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimRyJNQSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:16:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFCW eight-man football coach Aaron Jackson said he could see in his Falcons’ eyes they believed they were going to win heading into overtime of Friday’s game against St. Anne/Donovan. And win they did, 14-6 in overtime.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnO3xWaSat, 03 Oct 2026 05:05:46 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkForest Bates rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns and James Sobkowiak threw a TD to Nate Thurston before leaving with an injury, and Downers Grove South beat Hinsdale South 24-21 to close in on its fourth West Suburban Gold title in five years.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kz7lTv08koaSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:55:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkForreston showed a little of everything in Friday night’s NUIC clash against Fulton. The Cardinals went on three long touchdown marches and added a pair of quick-strike scores, then ran out the clock with one final lengthy drive in a 34-14 victory Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdJ0w8aSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:51:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling won a sixth straight game, holding on to beat Geneseo 34-31 to improve to 4-0 as Western Big 6 Conference leaders. Cobey Shipma had four rushing touchdowns as the Golden Warriors closed out the game late.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin61GlPSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:47:56 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Marquette Crusaders football squad embraced an underdog role and used a number of big plays in Friday night's 55-28 homecoming victory over Decatur St. Teresa at Gould Stadium in Ottawa.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU1v4zqaSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:40:47 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPlainfield North's football team kept its streak alive in the battle of District 202 schools with a 27-6 win Friday over Plainfield East, scoring 20 unanswered points in the second half.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5Uy0WXbPSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:34:42 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBrothers Jake and Conor Fleming linked up for a pair of touchdown passes as Marist outlasted Carmel 12-7 in a defensive Chicago Catholic League football battle in Chicago on Friday. Jake Fleming threw for 226 yards, while Conor Fleming made four...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin61L5PSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:30:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkEvan Steimle ran for 179 yards and three touchdowns, two passing TDs, two interceptions and five PATs kicking in Erie-Prophetstown's 41-20 win over Mercer County.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZN3kmaSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:29:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPrinceton got three quick stops and three quick scores to set the tone early in a 63-12 victory over Mendota in a Three Rivers Conference Mississippi Division game Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4Hk2n0JQSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:26:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Rochelle football team used old-school smashmouth football and controlled both sides of the line of scrimmage, the Hubs running through the Ottawa Pirates on Friday for a 39-13 victory.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin61nWPSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:03:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Providence football team had its moments in its showdown with also-state-ranked Mount Carmel, but not enough of them in a 49-14 defeat Friday night in Chicago.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHV83VZPSat, 03 Oct 2026 04:02:50 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe visiting Wilmington Wildcats were their efficient, workmanlike selves Friday evening in their 49-6 Illinois Central Eight Conference football victory over the Streator Bulldogs at Doug Dieken Stadium.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOv3EmPFri, 02 Oct 2026 16:49:32 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's football team beat Prairie Ridge 20-19 in overtime for its first win over the Wolves since 2005 and matched its 2025 win total in the process. The Warriors (3-3) are the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 6.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU1vG76aFri, 02 Oct 2026 14:09:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMount Carmel drops to No. 3 in Class 8A, Montini drops to No. 3 in Class 4A, St. Patrick and St. Rita enter the Class 7A ranks and three Chicago Catholic League football teams (Loyola, Providence and IC Catholic Prep) hold No. 1 rankings in the Week 7...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4Hjy8ApQWed, 30 Sep 2026 22:25:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWeek 7 brings another slate of crossover games for the Southwest Prairie Conference, while Sandwich and Plano look to build off their recent successes in Kishwaukee River Conference action. Here are picks and previews for each game around the Record...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvD9RqaWed, 30 Sep 2026 21:09:26 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDeKalb and Sycamore each take on the leaders of their respective conferene, Kaneland plays a resurgent La Salle-Peru team that gave it all it could handle last year, plus looks at Genoa-Kingston and Hiawatha.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU1vgYeaWed, 30 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara heads into a key conference clash with Wheaton Academy, Bradley-Bourbonnais looks to bounce back with a nonconference matchup, and more in the Daily Journal's Week 7 football previews.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCD0Wk7PWed, 30 Sep 2026 18:32:25 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDowners Grove North is at York and Downers Grove South hosts Hinsdale South in big West Suburban Conference showdowns, plus Fenwick plays Brother Rice in a matchup of defending state champs. Here are previews and picks for all the Week 7 games from...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5xZx7KWed, 30 Sep 2026 16:26:38 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Chicago Public League's 39 game schedule this weekend could be impacted greatly by a potential strike over unpaid work by the league's officials. Officials haven't been paid for the last three weeks and won't resume work until that issue is resolved.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimRkZOQWed, 30 Sep 2026 15:52:17 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGrant Georgas is well versed in Downers Grove North football, the son of a former quarterback and assistant coach. Now Georgas' own star is shining as he comes off a 250-yard game. That, and notes on Wheaton Academy, Wheaton Warrenville South and...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtLkYwRPWed, 30 Sep 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe excercise of projecting the playoff field has become more complicated and harder to get a clearer picture with additional teams get ample chances to prove they can still get into the field. Steve Soucie projects all eight clases of the IHSA...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1E9NvaWed, 30 Sep 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBrother Rice battles Fenwick, Mount Carmel hosts Providence, St. Patrick takes on Joliet Catholic and Loyola faces surging St. Ignatius. Here are notable Chicago Catholic League games to watch in Week 7 of the 2026 IHSA football season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi68yzwQTue, 29 Sep 2026 18:59:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter starting 0-5, Plano finally got a taste of victory with a 47-0 homecoming win over Harvard, powered by Braylon Schmidt's big night on the ground. That, Oswego's pursuit of the SPC West title and Sandwich's looming KRC clash with Woodstock in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ4ZRdaTue, 29 Sep 2026 17:31:20 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe girls flag football season is underway, with Romeoville, Lincoln-Way East and Minooka earning high sectional seeds as games begin today.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdJ71kaTue, 29 Sep 2026 17:22:22 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkA plumbing problem at Prairie Ridge's newly renovated stadium is just one example of how what can go wrong has gone wrong for the winless Wolves, who went 10-1 last year. Despite their struggles, coach Mike Frericks remains positive. Plus, more in the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki8pXJdaTue, 29 Sep 2026 11:00:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMontini's Israel Abrams, Loyola's Matthew Lee, Brother Rice's Sam Holcomb and St. Francis's Jadon Wilson are just some of the standout individual performers from Chicago Catholic League teams during Week 6 of the 2026 IHSA football season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cL79BrKTue, 29 Sep 2026 11:00:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBrother Rice claimed a big win over Mount Carmel that shook up a few spots in the top five. Here are the complete Friday Night Drive Power Rankings.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvDjJ2aTue, 29 Sep 2026 11:00:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMarmion's late-game dramatics helped the Cadets earn their third win, St. Francis finally completes a comeback victory, and Kaneland proves adept at flipping the script after halftime.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdJyB1aMon, 28 Sep 2026 23:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe La Salle-Peru football team learned from a close loss in Week 2 to pull out a close win in Week 6, Bureau Valley had its best offensive and defense performance of the season, plus more in the NewsTribune/BCR football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KV25sZY5bwKMon, 28 Sep 2026 22:44:29 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee football team will forfeit its Sept. 18 win over Lincoln-Way West due to an ineligible player appearing in the game, a violation the Kays self-reported to the IHSA.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5Uy0lO0PMon, 28 Sep 2026 21:02:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJoliet Central makes history by qualifying for the playoffs for the first time since 1976, Morris puts up huge numbers against Ottawa and more in the Herald-News football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH31nzMQMon, 28 Sep 2026 19:17:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDundee-Crown senior football player Alejandro Gonzalez leads by example on and off the field. The veteran offensive/defensive lineman has been named a recipient of the Chicago Bears' Latino Heritage Month Youth Leader award.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K62LsZWMbpKMon, 28 Sep 2026 18:21:46 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGeneva football's high-scoring win over Batavia on Friday night set multiple records, but wouldn't have been possible without some key plays from the Vikings. A look inside the numbers and details in the historic rivalry's latest classic.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdJp3naMon, 28 Sep 2026 16:49:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThere are only three weeks left to earn a spot in the postseason, and plenty of Suburban Life area teams still are battling for a spot. Here are where teams stand heading into Week 7.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtLk3ZLPMon, 28 Sep 2026 14:06:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBrother Rice knocked off Mount Carmel, St. Rita rallied to stun Montini, St. Francis upended Nazareth, St. Patrick snapped its nine-game losing streak against Niles Notre Dame and Marmion beat Benet on a game-winning interception return. Here's the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtLk1oJPMon, 28 Sep 2026 11:00:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkUndefeated teams continue to fall from the ranks and it was a particularly wild week in the Chicago Catholic League. Steve Soucie takes a look at what we learned in Week 6.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_agLNUyeXrEPMon, 28 Sep 2026 10:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHenderson Yabrough's frist varsity catch went for an 82-yard touchdown. The DeKalb freshman had all of the Barbs' 142 receiving yards on Friday. That and more in the Week 6 rewind.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvDr6ZaSun, 27 Sep 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkVote for the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 6 of the 2026 season! Choose your favorite school and submit your vote by 8 p.m. Monday
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0OdA1aSun, 27 Sep 2026 02:44:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSaturday, the Battle of Vincennes took place at Rockne Stadium at Roosevelt and Central. Gately Stadium, the traditional setting, is still undergoing renovations. A big crowd made the trip to the West Side, and Morgan Park dominated the fourth quarter...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u35Od2KSun, 27 Sep 2026 01:02:52 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkNewman football had multiple players step up to make big plays in a 14-12 clutch win over Orion on homecoming.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KV25sZYZ2oKSat, 26 Sep 2026 06:26:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkEven with star Ammar Banire sidelined another week, Oswego earned a dominant 44-21 win at Yorkville, thanks to Graham Schwab's three touchdowns, including a flea-flicker TD pass, and a dominant second half that saw the Panthers force turnovers on four...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNin6npmPSat, 26 Sep 2026 06:08:19 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Bureau Valley and Amboy co-op football teams won, plus more results in Friday's NewsTribune/BCR roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOvO5ePSat, 26 Sep 2026 06:03:22 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKankakee and Bishop McNamara each improved to 5-1 on the season with conference wins, Coal City racked up over 500 yards of offense in a win over Manteno and more in the Daily Journal Week 6 football roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTWlW6naSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:39:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter throwing INTs on his first two passes, Brody Guthrie led Kaneland from down two touchdowns at halftime to a 28-20 win over Rochelle on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZ9ZyLaSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:36:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDwight improved to 5-2 with a 32-18 victory over St. Bede on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzDzxEKSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:33:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Mendota football team fell behind early and never recovered Friday in a 32-7 loss to Monmouth-Roseville.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimRmJDQSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:27:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPeotone atoned for last year's heart-breaking loss to Reed-Custer with a dominant 40-0 win on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTWlWrWaSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:22:24 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkTim Pruitt ran for 185 yards, three touchdowns and made good on six two-point conversions as Hiawatha beat Schlarman while Genoa-Kingston couldn't connect on a final drive in a loss at North Boone.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxDxgLQSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:20:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere's a rundown of Week 6 results from across the Herald-News area, including big wins for Lockport, Lincoln-Way East and Morris.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7G7gbQSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:14:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLa Salle-Peru knocked off Sycamore as conference foes for the first time in eight meeting, beating the Spartans 16-7 on Friday in an Interstate 8 battle.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHV8V7NPSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:13:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJadon Wilson threw for two touchdowns and ran for a third score, and St. Francis rallied past visiting Nazareth 24-21 on Evan Kolinski's 24-yard field goal with 2:37 left.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5V5mpPSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:10:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPrinceton’s football team saw its chances of reclaiming the Three Rivers Conference Mississippi Division title take a hit Friday, as the Tigers were outdone 21-6 at Kewanee.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTWlWyvaSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:09:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGeneva football survived a late 14-point comeback from Batavia to hang on for a 56-49 victory that featured 15 touchdowns. Vikings RB Nelson Wendell scored four, including a 49-yarder that put Geneva ahead for good.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4Hk2kJdQSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:08:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGriffin Russell threw three touchdowns and ran for another to propel Lockport to its third straight victory, a 42-21 double-up of Bradley-Bourbonnais in a Southwest Suburban Conference clash Friday night before a homecoming crowd in Lockport.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5x5yyKSat, 26 Sep 2026 05:01:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThings got a lot closer and more interesting than the first half suggested they might, but in the end the Herscher Tigers got their first win of the season Friday, 28-20 over the visiting Streator Bulldogs.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnOnNXaSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:59:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling football forced five turnovers on downs, had an interception and held on to beat Morton 27-20 for a fifth straight win.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimRm4zQSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:59:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMorris exploded for 34 first-quarter points and cruised to a 76-0 win over Ottawa on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdJ8BzaSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:57:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFreshman quarterback Sam Holcomb, already a Division I prospect, delivered when it mattered most. Holcomb accounted for 237 yards and four touchdowns as Brother Rice knocked off Mount Carmel 35-24 in an action-packed Chicago Catholic League Blue...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtLkLNLPSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:55:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Marquette football team - sparked by a game-opening kickoff return touchdown by Connor Baker - played solid on both sides of the ball in a 56-27 victory over rival Seneca on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHV8VyoPSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:54:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkTommy Vendl rushed for 150 yards and two touchdowns, and St. Charles North deflected a go-ahead two-point conversion pass in the final minutes to hold on and beat St. Charles East 28-27 to snap a three-game losing streak.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH313ZzQSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:54:09 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBlake Ittersagen caught a 28-yard touchdown pass from Mason Bachara on a double-pass trick play to break a scoreless tie, and Wheaton Warrenville South went on to a 21-16 win over previously undefeated Wheaton North on Friday at Rexilius Field in the...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJ4Jj2aSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:49:31 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFor the first time in 50 years, the Joliet Central football team is headed to the IHSA playoffs. The Steelmen earned their third victory of the season Friday with a 12-7 win at Plainfield Central.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PMvwUjrjpZQSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:47:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove moved to 4-2 with a road win at Crystal Lake Central, McHenry got past Prairie Ridge 20-19, plus more results in the McHenry County Week 6 roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aqp6tjrjLLKSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:39:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBehind some key defensive stops and four forced turnovers, Momence downed Iroquois West 28-20 in VVC play to pick up their second straight win, and put the program on the brink of a postseason berth.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3533jKSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:32:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMalik Carter threw for 239 yards and four touchdowns, Chase Hojnacki rushed for 122 yards and two TDs, and Huntley beat visiting Jacobs 47-6 on homecoming to take over sole possession of first place in the Fox Valley Conference.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZNZZ5aSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:31:30 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDixon allowed just 37 total yards and had three interceptions on defense, and took advantage of a short field all game long in a 47-0 Big Northern Conference victory Friday at A.C. Bowers Field.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5Uy0JAZPSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:30:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton got big rushing performances from fullback Riley Shea and running back Hunter Carley as the Rockets coasted to a 36-7 Kishwaukee River Conference win over Johnsburg on Friday night. R-B has won 17 straight games in the KRC.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PMvwUjrjDMQSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:29:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDundee-Crown senior quarterback Ikey Grzynkowicz ran 24 times for 176 yards and three touchdowns, and the Chargers improved to 3-3 on the season with a 28-14 Fox Valley Conference win against Crystal Lake South on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4Hjykp1QSat, 26 Sep 2026 04:15:38 +0000trueShaw Local News Network"When you add those things up, it's too many to win a game." A late fumble, missed red-zone chances, and defensive lapses cost the Barbs a 21-20 loss to Neuqua Valley.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>313falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wagner-viebrock-s-93-yard-opening-kickoff-score-sparks-burlington-central-to-fvc-win-over-hampshire--75370923
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrWqkBaSat, 26 Sep 2026 03:57:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central's Wagner Viebrock returned the opening kickoff 93 yards for a touchdown, and the Rockets went on to beat Hampshire 13-6 in a low-scoring Fox Valley Conference game Friday night at Rocket Hill.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHV8wrOPSat, 26 Sep 2026 03:47:20 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWoodstock brought an intense brand of physical football to the table in beating Marengo 25-14 in a Kishwaukee River Conference contest Friday night. The Blue Streaks ran for 224 yards, improving to 5-1 on the season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSplO7wPFri, 25 Sep 2026 17:03:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling is the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 5 after a 63-56 win over Galesburg. It was the highest scoring game in program history as the Golden warriors improved to 3-0 as the Western Big 6 Conference leaders.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOYr8rPFri, 25 Sep 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFourteen Chicago Catholic League teams, including undefeated Loyola and IC Catholic Prep, have won three games and earned playoff spots entering Week 6 of the 2026 IHSA football season. Here's where all 24 teams in the CCL stand in the playoff picture.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cLVxzAKFri, 25 Sep 2026 02:24:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South's flag football team made history Thursday evening, topping Crystal Lake Central 27-21 and winning its first Fox Valley Conference championship. Cara Schroeder threw for 241 yards and three touchdowns while adding a touchdown run in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PMvwUjkXpDQFri, 25 Sep 2026 01:13:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Ignatius enters the Class 8A rankings, while unbeaten Loyola remains No. 1 in Class 8A and unbeaten IC Catholic Prep is the No. 1 team in Class 3A. Here's where Chicago Catholic League football teams are ranked in the 2026 Week 6 Illinois Media Poll.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxgBJ5QThu, 24 Sep 2026 20:42:57 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIt’s been seven years since St. Charles East defeated rival St. Charles North. But Friday night poses the Saints’ best chance to win in recent memory. Guided by a defense featuring linebacker Luciano Litro and safety Christian Hirniak, the Saints...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0gyloaThu, 24 Sep 2026 11:06:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPivotal conference games in the Southwest Prairie, Southwest Suburban and Chicago Catholic League dot the schedule in Week 6. Here are the Herald-News Prep Football Capsules for Week 6.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZq6JYaThu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkA number of the state's remaining 51 undefeated teams face big challenges this week. Steve Soucie takes a look at the top matchups of Week 6.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4HkBY3OQThu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere's Brian Hoxsey's look at Week 6 of the 2026 IHSA football season across The Times area, including Marquette traveling to Seneca, Ottawa and Streator on the road and Dwight's showdown with St. Bede.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5UyxgYkPThu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Bede looks to win its fifth game in a row as the Bruins (4-1) travel to Dwight (4-1), La Salle-Peru (3-2) hosts Sycamore (3-2) in Interstate 8 play, plus a look at the Princeton, Mendota, Hall-Putnam County, Bureau Valley and Amboy co-op games.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi6ve3JQThu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Ignatius hasn't strayed from the triple option. Led by sophomore running back Nino Capuano, junior quarterback Reid Hites and an improved defense, the Wolfpack are playoff-bound for the first time since 2023 and have doubled their regular-season...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi6vedvQThu, 24 Sep 2026 10:00:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDeKalb, Sycamore and Genoa-Kingston are looking to bounce back after tough conference losses. We take a look at all of the DeKalb County Week 6 games.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdAkz9KWed, 23 Sep 2026 21:40:41 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOswego and Yorkville will go head-to-head in Week 6 for another classic SPC West showdown, and Plano will try to end its drought against a Harvard team it defeated last year. Here are previews for those games and others around the Record Newspapers...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZy1kAaWed, 23 Sep 2026 20:26:56 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkUnbeaten Wheaton North hosts Wheaton Warrenville South in a crosstown clash and Nazareth travels to St. Francis in a key CCL Green game. Here are previews and picks for those games and all the 2026 Week 6 football games from around the Suburban Life area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxgzn9QWed, 23 Sep 2026 20:09:16 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBatavia vs. Geneva headlines multiple rivalry matchups in Week 6, including St. Charles East vs. St. Charles North, Hampshire vs. Burlington Central, and more previews and picks for games across the Kane County Chronicle coverage area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q5y4HkBbdJQWed, 23 Sep 2026 16:17:26 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLed by linebacker Ben Hultgren, Burlington Central's defense returns to normal. Plus, West Aurora and Aurora Central Catholic win with new quarterbacks under center in Matt McGowan's Kane County Chronicle football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtX9AnbaWed, 23 Sep 2026 11:00:12 +0000trueShaw Local News Network256 teams have already reached three victories, so why does it seem we are destined to need a considerable group of 2-wins to fill the field? An explanation as to why comes this week as Steve Soucie projects the IHSA playoff field.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1r0lYaWed, 23 Sep 2026 03:05:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central intercepted four passes, with two coming from senior Katelyn Hallum, whose pick-six sealed the team's 25-12 win over Dundee-Crown during Fox Valley Conference flag football action Tuesday night. The Tigers improved to 11-0 and 8-0...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KV25sZWk6OKTue, 22 Sep 2026 22:26:36 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Batavia and Geneva football rivalry dates back to a practice game in 1912 at an unknown location. Since then, the two teams have played official games almost every year, and in their 108th all-time matchup, they boast two of the state's best offenses.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5L7xMKTue, 22 Sep 2026 20:10:50 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkEach fresh off a blowout win, SPC West foes Oswego and Yorkville will go toe-to-toe Friday in another edition of a competitive psuedo-rivalry. That, Sandwich's big bounce-back at Harvard and Oswego East's continued dominance over Joliet Central in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlb3JJKTue, 22 Sep 2026 19:26:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKoby Armstrong and his coach have a discrepancy on just how diminutive the Hinsdale South senior receiver is. His impact in his debut season? Giant. The 5-6 transfer is a huge part of the Hornets 3-2 start. That, Montini receiver Damacio Ortegon does...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>462falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/podcast-week-6-ccl-preview--75302150
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1rlgYaTue, 22 Sep 2026 17:00:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling's 63-56 win over Galesburg was the highest combined point total in program history after 17 total touchdowns. Amboy rolled to a win at Polo and a Maceo Williams interception helped Newman bounce back at Mercer County in this week's Sauk...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZygkNaTue, 22 Sep 2026 15:55:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe football rivalry between Cary-Grove and Huntley added a new chapter Friday night. For the fifth year in a row, their Fox Valley Conference game came down to the final minute. Plus, info on C-G QB Jackson Berndt and Crystal Lake Central QB Evan...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PXy4Hj0d15QTue, 22 Sep 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Bede relied on senior Brennen Hirst in overtime Friday, La Salle-Peru continued to dominate Ottawa, Hall-Putnam County and Mendota have bye weeks upcoming, and more in the NewsTribune/BCR football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kxw7f7bXrdQTue, 22 Sep 2026 11:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLoyola and IC Catholic Prep look to remain undefeated, Brother Rice squares off with Mount Carmel in the Blue Division and Fenwick battles Providence in the Orange Division. Here are the notable Chicago Catholic League matchups for Week 6 of the 2026...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHVLAdnPTue, 22 Sep 2026 11:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe top of the Friday Night Drive Power Rankings remained very stable, the same can not be said for the lower half of the rankings. Here are the complete Friday Night Drive Power Rankings.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH2y8NxKTue, 22 Sep 2026 10:00:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are the IHSA regional and sectional assignments for McHenry County-area girls flag football teams. Playoffs begin next week. The state tournament will be held Oct. 16-17 at Willowbrook High School in Villa Park.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdAORYKTue, 22 Sep 2026 03:26:27 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkA passing touchdown and a running score by Mallory Crisafulli sparked Joliet West to a 20-6 flag football win over Joliet Central on Monday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimJ8rjQTue, 22 Sep 2026 02:38:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe flag football postseason begins on Sept. 29. Undefeated St. Charles North is the top seed in its sectional grouping, which features eight other Kane County Chronicle area teams.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNinv5xjPMon, 21 Sep 2026 20:43:48 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton senior Trey Maziarz started playing soccer when he was 5 years old and last year scored 20 goals for the Rockets. He gave up the sport this year, however, choosing to focus solely on kicking for R-B's undefeated football team.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3OXMRQMon, 21 Sep 2026 19:59:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkErie-Prophetstown's Evan Steimle is the Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week, presented by Loescher Heating and Air Conditioning. He helped the Panthers beat Newman 14-13 for the first win over the Comets in 23 years. E-P is also 5-0 for the first time in...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki8GZbbaMon, 21 Sep 2026 18:15:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere’s more from the Week 5 sidelines across The Times coverage area, including notes on Marquette, Streator, Flanagan-Cornell/Woodland and Ottawa.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvwGe1aMon, 21 Sep 2026 14:55:38 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOn the field, Marmion’s Nick Roche is one of 11. Off the field, he’s one of 10 siblings. Taking lessons from his older brothers, the junior linebacker wants to be the best version of himself.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>265falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ccl-week-5-football-roundup-nazareth-defeats-unbeaten-providence-fenwick-holds-off-st-francis--75281254
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aqp6tj40mAKMon, 21 Sep 2026 13:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkNazareth handed Providence its first loss since dismissing coach Tyler Plantz, Fenwick outlasted St. Francis, Mount Carmel dominated St. Patrick, Montini won a shootout against Carmel and both Loyola and IC Catholic Prep remained undefeated through...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kxw7f7blRXQMon, 21 Sep 2026 13:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLoyola's Matthew Lee, Montini's Damacio Ortegon, Fenwick's Jake Thies, Joliet Catholic's Dylan Travis and IC Catholic Prep's Will Schmidt are some of the notable individual performers from Chicago Catholic League teams during Week 5 of the 2026 IHSA...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZq5EnaMon, 21 Sep 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe list of undefeated teams is dwindling quickly after a week where scoreboards around the state were strained. Steve Soucie takes a look at what we learned in Week 4.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/week-5-rewind-after-sycamore-breaks-through-kaneland-pulls-away-for-41-13-i-8-win--75277984
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZq5n9aMon, 21 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJust as Sycamore found its offense against Kaneland on Friday night and made it a 14-7 game, the Knights scored twice in a row and too the Spartans out of their offense in a 41-13 win. That and more in the Week 5 rewind.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3EBJEKSun, 20 Sep 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkVote for the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 5 of the 2026 season! Choose your favorite school and submit your vote by 8 p.m. Monday
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxgNlJQSat, 19 Sep 2026 06:30:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBefore Yorkville ever took the field against Plainfield East on Friday night, the Foxes knew they had to win and snap a two-game skid. And they did, as RB Gavin Geegan and QB Max Delgado combined for 343 yards and four touchdowns in a 35-14 Homecoming...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3OqVzQSat, 19 Sep 2026 06:20:26 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJaylen McMiller rushed for 189 yards and a touchdown, and added an interception defensively, and Ace Harris went for 108 yards and a TD as Glenbard West knocked off previously undefeated Lyons 39-16 in Western Springs.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtX9zpVaSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:53:16 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJunior running back Ky'ren Edmon scored touchdown and ran for 323 yards as Bradley-Bourbonnais crushed Andrew 41-14 on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJLymWaSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:49:25 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkChase Hojnacki's third touchdown run of the game late in the fourth quarter snapped a tie, and Huntley's football team remained undefeated with a 42-35 win over host Cary-Grove in a Fox Valley Conference showdown Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtL9moxPSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:41:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKankakee rode a hot start to a 28-14 nonconference win over Lincoln-Way West, Clifton Central came back to best Oakwood in a key VVC matchup and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>150falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jackson-little-s-short-yardage-defense-dominance-lifts-kaneland-past-sycamore--75230954
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCDZqA4PSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:37:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJackson Little scored twice Friday on just six carries as Kaneland beat Sycamore 41-13. The junior credits his offensive line: "They will die for me."
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>363falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fenwick-builds-21-point-lead-holds-off-st-francis-for-ccl-crossover-win--75231677
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PABnimJdrrQSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:34:19 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFenwick built a three-touchdown lead then held off a St. Francis comeback attempt for a 28-21 victory Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0gWABaSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:17:24 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMarengo and Richmond-Burton picked up Kishwaukee River Conference wins, Burlington Central shut out Prairie Ridge 14-0, and Alden-Hebron moved to 3-1 with a dominant road win at Christian Life.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdAbJgKSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:12:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDwight lost three fumbles and fell behind Seneca by two scores in the first half, but still came away with a 28-18 victory at home, the first time the Trojans have defeated the rival Fighting Irish since 2015.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCzVOX2KSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:08:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling and Galesburg tangled Friday in a back-and-forth football slugfest that saw the Golden Warriors escape with a 63-56 road win. Brady Berlin's 19-yard touchdown run on an end around with 32 seconds left was the difference in a game with nearly...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/smart-play-by-quinn-schiffbauer-seals-win-for-minooka-over-joliet-west--75230960
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5LYvRKSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:04:36 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkQuinn Schiffbauer ran for a fourth quarter touchdown then helped Minooka ice a 25-17 victory over Joliet West on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSple6vPSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:01:12 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWyoming commit Michael Vander Luitgaren threw for five touchdowns and ran for a show-stopping 69-yard touchdown as Batavia rolled past visiting St. Charles North 55-34.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>315falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brezdyn-simons-leads-flanagan-cornell-woodland-to-28-12-win-at-st-anne-donovan--75230949
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtX9zRMaSat, 19 Sep 2026 05:00:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFlanagan-Cornell/Wooodland's Brezdyn Simons rushed for a pair of touchdowns and threw for another while also recovering a fumble and recording an interception to help the Falcons to a 28-12 victory over host St. Anne/Donovan on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>281falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hall-putnam-county-rallies-but-can-t-get-over-the-hump-for-first-win--75230947
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJLyRWaSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:53:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Hall-Putnam County football team rallied within a touchdown then made a defensive stop but couldn't get closer in a 30-14 loss to Monmouth-Roseville on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>279falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/montii-perry-glenbard-east-too-much-for-glenbard-south-to-handle-in-20-12-rams-victory--75230992
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3EjLAKSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:50:33 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIn addition to playing linebacker, Montii Perry did most of the heavy lifting for the Glenbard East offense in a 20-12 win over Glenbard South on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdoyRoaSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:45:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkZack Assaad's second touchdown pass to Chris Winton capped off a 13-play, 80-yard drive in the fourth quarter, but visiting York was hurt by three interceptions and 10 penalties and a comeback fell short in a 24-21 loss at Oak Park-River Forest.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrX9ZJaSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:44:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLa Salle-Peru scored three touchdowns in the first three minutes of a 47-14 rout of Ottawa on Friday for the Cavaliers' 14th consecutive win in the rivalry.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cL3l0eQSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:39:41 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara finished the first half with 21 straight points and the fourth with 14 unanswered points to down Aurora Christian 42-22 for a homecoming win, handing the Eagles their first loss of the season.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZqEo1aSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:39:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJacobs QB Austin Stennett tossed three touchdown passes to Owen Crouch as the Golden Eagles coasted to a 49-6 win over McHenry in Fox Valley Conference action Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>172falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-uses-second-half-defensive-adjustments-to-pull-away-from-manteno-in-battle-of-ice-unbeatens--75230953
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PMvwUjk87AQSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:35:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIn a battle between two teams entering Friday night undefeated, only Wilmington remained unbeaten, as the Wildcats extended their winning streak to 18 games with a physical 30-13 victory over Manteno.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Po8xtxgNZ5QSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:35:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMaceo Williams' 44-yard interception return for a touchdown and Rylan Alvarado's fumble recovery that led to an Alvarado touchdown sparked Newman after a sluggish start, and the visiting Comets bounced back from a loss to beat Mercer County 22-3.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u3EjAOKSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:32:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe St. Bede football team defeated Marquette 28-26 in double-overtime Friday in Peru.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki8Go3eaSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:27:42 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg trailed Woodstock by 13 points in the first half but rallied for a 22-13 Kishwaukee River Conference victory Friday night. Ryan Franze opened the second half with an 80-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>227falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amboy-s-colt-mccoy-runs-for-five-touchdowns-in-44-16-win-at-polo--75230988
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5LY7lKSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:24:31 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkColt McCoy ran for five touchdowns as the Amboy co-op beat Polo 44-16 in a rematch of last year's I8FA championship.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>198falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hector-del-bosque-hits-home-run-crystal-lake-south-pulls-away-from-crystal-lake-central-in-fourth-quarter--75231016
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSpleGmPSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:21:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South scored 27 points in the fourth quarter, highlighted by a 66-yard touchdown run by Hector Del Bosque. The Gators junior RB finished with 198 yards on the ground as South beat Crystal Lake Central 37-14 on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3OqbjQSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:18:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMac Murray ran for 155 yards and the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter and Aidan Lucas had the clinching interception as Wheaton North beat visiting St. Charles East 16-12 to remain undefeated.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdoyOyaSat, 19 Sep 2026 04:09:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPrinceton welcomed Portage Northern from Michigan for a rare interstate encounter. A school with more than double Princeton’s enrollment to draw from and multiple players with NCAA Division I recruiting interest, the Huskies controlled the contest en...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTWrVEZaSat, 19 Sep 2026 03:55:56 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkTyler Lacke threw an 81-yard touchdown pass to Landon Hall and caught two touchdown passes from Griffin Chamberlain as Hampshire pulled away to beat Dundee-Crown 26-12 in Fox Valley Conference football action. Tymere Marshall ran for 183 yards and a...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5UyxlDzPSat, 19 Sep 2026 03:41:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDerrick Pomatto's 65-yard touchdown run on the second play from scrimmage set the tone, and six different Joliet Catholic players scored offensive touchdowns as the Hilltoppers rolled past Marian Catholic 56-6.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOYgo6PFri, 18 Sep 2026 17:49:55 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 Week 5 Illinois Media Poll has been released. Here's where Chicago Catholic League teams are currently ranked. Loyola (Class 8A), Providence (Class 5A) and IC Catholic Prep (Class 3A) all have No. 1 rankings.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7qo6EQFri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLongtime defensive coordinator Dan DeFranza, now in his second season as head coach at Niles Notre Dame, has the Dons at 3-1 to start their 2026 campaign. Notre Dame has tied its regular-season win total from last year and is likely playoff bound for...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSplnXePFri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIn its second season under head coach and alum Theo Hopkins, Leo has already tied its regular-season win total from a year ago and likely earned playoff eligibility for the first time since 2013. The Lions, currently 3-1, are making a push for the Red...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>288falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-week-5-illinois-high-school-football-media-poll--75198120
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_agLNUy5epRPThu, 17 Sep 2026 22:11:42 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is the Week 4 Illinois Media Poll for football, which which was released Thursday for all eight classes.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0gg63aThu, 17 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPhil LoChirco never met a person he didn't try to serve to the best of his ability. It was that servant's heart that allowed the Yorkville grad and former Plano assistant coach to leave his mark on his schools — a legacy that lives on even after his...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>459falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/podcast-week-5-ihsa-football-preview-west-and-south-edition--75189203
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5UyxR1NPThu, 17 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Jacobs football team is 4-0 for the first time since 2022 after rallying to beat Burlington Central 31-27 on Friday night at Rocket Hill in Burlington. The Golden Eagles are the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 4.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtL9lXLPThu, 17 Sep 2026 11:55:31 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThere will be a lot of teams trying to find a flag planting win in a loaded slate of rivalry games and key clashes. Steve Soucie takes a look at the top matchups of Week 5.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZyvN2aThu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:09 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Herald-News prep football capsules for Week 5, featuring key showdowns across the greater Joliet and Morris area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki8GrbMaThu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:03 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkPlaying alongside multiple Division I prospects on Loyola's offense, 5-foot-9 junior running back Melo Maldonado is once again leading the Ramblers in rushing. Maldonado, an all-CCL pick his sophomore year, has expanded his skillset to be a true...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJLkB1aThu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkA look at the Week 5 football games for the La Salle-Peru, Princeton, St. Bede, Bureau Valley, Hall-Putnam County, Mendota and Amboy co-op football teams.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_abyJH2yLr2KThu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkUndefeated Huntley visits Cary-Grove, Jacobs looks to move to 5-0 when it faces McHenry, Woodstock faces a tough test at Johnsburg, plus previews of every team's game Friday night and other area contests in McHenry County.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aYyLHrXEozaThu, 17 Sep 2026 02:54:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Geneva flag football team knows its record doesn't indicate its talent. The Vikings proved as such with seven touchdowns in a 43-6 win over St. Charles East. Quarterback Linnea Popp threw for three scores in the first half.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3OZ6jQWed, 16 Sep 2026 20:49:58 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkOswego and Yorkville take on a pair of unbeatens in Southwest Prairie Conference crossover week, and Sandwich hopes to regain a winning record against struggling Harvard. Here are previews and picks for those games and others around the Record...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3O827QWed, 16 Sep 2026 19:09:44 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are previews and picks for all the 2026 Week 5 football games from around the Suburban Life area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdArRrKWed, 16 Sep 2026 15:59:27 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkEast St. Louis has submitted a request to play up in the Class 7A playoffs for this year's postseason.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aN16tlblNgKWed, 16 Sep 2026 14:07:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAdam Schilling had his season cut short this week last year with a PCL tear in his knee. But the Wheaton North senior tight end/linebacker is a big reason why the Falcons are 4-0. That, Downers Grove North's 'Swiss Army knife' and two area QBs put up...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KV25sZW0bmKWed, 16 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central, Woodstock, Woodstock North and Alden-Hebron are the latest McHenry County-area schools to offer girls flag football at the high school level. The number of local schools participating in the fast growing sport has increased each of...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJL1pMaWed, 16 Sep 2026 10:00:04 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSycamore and Kaneland meet in an Interstate 8 rivalry showdown, DeKalb hopes for a breakthrough against Naperville Central, Hiawatha faces resurgent South Beloit, and Genoa-Kingston faces newest BNC foe Durand-Pecatonica.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSp8Od9PTue, 15 Sep 2026 18:02:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter missing last year with an ACL tear, Sandwich's Chase Clark is back to play more hard-nosed football for the run-loving Indians. That, Joel Castillo's big night for Yorkville and Oswego East's continued reliance on defense in Skyler Kisellus'...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ap4wUdgryraMon, 14 Sep 2026 23:58:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSt. Bede is likely in the playoffs with three wins and La Salle-Peru, Princeton and Mendota are close at two wins, Amboy had its bye week and more in the NewsTribune football notebook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7g4YeQMon, 14 Sep 2026 18:54:15 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFormer Providence football coach Tyler Plantz said that he was asked to resign and was never formally notified of his termination before the school announced that he was out as the Celtics’ head coach.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnx6VxaMon, 14 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIC Catholic Prep's Jakobe Baldwin, Loyola's Will Mettee, Mount Carmel's Brady Cloherty, Montini's Israel Abrams and Nazareth's Jackson Flickinger are some of the top individual performers from Chicago Catholic League teams during Week 4 of IHSA...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aqp6tjyok2KMon, 14 Sep 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLoyola, Providence, IC Catholic Prep and St. Patrick all remained undefeated through Week 4. Mount Carmel cruised over Marist, Montini won a shootout against Nazareth, St. Rita topped St. Francis and St. Ignatius knocked off previously-unbeaten Fenwick.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q0gGSp8YkRPMon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSycamore and Madden Larsen air it out in their Week 4 win against Ottawa, Kash Sunderlage and Blake Ides are in the middle of any big rally kills for Genoa-Kingston and more. We look at the biggest Week 4 stories for Sycamore, G-K, Hiawatha, Kaneland...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdokALKSun, 13 Sep 2026 19:50:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkProvidence football coach Tyler Plantz has been dismissed as the Celtics head football coach, effectively immediately.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cLj0GxQSun, 13 Sep 2026 11:00:09 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkVote for the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week for Week 4 of the 2026 season! Choose your favorite school and submit your vote by 8 p.m. Monday
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7g3XkQSun, 13 Sep 2026 00:38:05 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkEvan Steimle hit Lane Decker for an 81-yard, clutch touchdown pass, kicked the extra point and sealed a 14-13 win at Newman with an interception as the Panthers beat the Comets for the first time since 2003. It's also E-P's first 4-0 start as a...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdox1pKSat, 12 Sep 2026 13:52:59 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAdam Schilling caught two touchdowns from Burke Neibch and Mac Murray rushed for 130 yards and two TDs as Wheaton North won at St. Charles North 34-17 to run its record to 4-0.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtXL8LmaSat, 12 Sep 2026 09:00:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are results and recaps for every Week 4 game of the 2026 season from around the Suburban Life coverage area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_amyZH0q1JqaSat, 12 Sep 2026 06:38:45 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkLyons senior Brendan McCabe continues to progress in his first varsity season at quarterback, and on Friday threw for two touchdown passes and ran for two TDs in a 38-28 win at Hinsdale Central.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHV71bvPSat, 12 Sep 2026 06:24:38 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDowners Grove North senior quarterback Kevin Jay, hurt after three plays last week, threw two touchdown passes in relief Friday, and the Trojans' defense shut down Glenbard West after allowing two long TDs early to beat the visiting Hilltoppers 24-14.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3ybwjQSat, 12 Sep 2026 06:09:14 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg's CJ Jones ran for three scores in a win over Plano, Richmond-Burton's Hunter Carley added four TDs to his season total in a victory against Sandwich, Marengo blanked Harvard and Dundee-Crown moved to 2-2 with a win over Crystal Lake Central.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a84OU1BG39aSat, 12 Sep 2026 06:05:57 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkByron rolled up a 43-0 halftime lead on Oregon and went on to a 43-7 win on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJDGROaSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:55:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkFulton (4-0) has already doubled last year's win total after a 20-14 NUIC win over Eastland-Pearl City on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KZGXcZDj14aSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:55:13 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara surpassed the 40-point mark for the third straight game, beating Chicago Christian 41-13 in Chicagoland Christian Conference play to improve to 3-1 on the season, and more in the Daily Journal Week 4 football roundup.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pn5bCZw1e8aSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:51:55 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJames Sobkowiak threw for 215 yards and three touchdowns, Forest Bates ran for two TDs and Downers Grove South's defense forced five turnovers in a 42-7 West Suburban Gold win at Willowbrook.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3yb9NQSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:42:55 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGriffin Russell threw three touchdowns and ran for another as Lockport made numerous big plays and got in the win column with a 38-15 victory over previously undefeated Lincoln-Way West on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kw5rCDXzb0PSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:42:22 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkGenoa-Kingston came up with a late red zone stop to end a Winnebago comeback attempt and improve to 3-1. Hiawatha also picked up a win and DeKalb lost its DVC opener to Waubonsie Valley.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_a2V7sJDGn5aSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:35:21 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIsrael Abrams accounted for all seven of Montini's touchdowns, and his fourth touchdown pass, a 33-yard strike to Damacio Ortegon with 34 seconds remaining, proved the game-winner in a 47-42 win at Nazareth in a CCL Green opener.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1AvdDaSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:34:30 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJoliet Catholic scored on a punt return just 30 seconds into the game, then sealed the 21-10 win over St. Laurence with a touchdown with just over a minute left.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K4ylH1AvpAaSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:29:40 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMarquette QB Luke McCullough ran for his final touchdown from 38 yards out Friday, muscling through contact across the goal line and leading the Crusaders to a 34-24 victory Friday over visiting LeRoy.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kxw7f724RnQSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:19:53 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSterling scored three times in the second half, coming up with big plays in all three phases to pull away for a 35-7 win over Western Big 6 foe East Moline United Township on Friday at Roscoe Eades Stadium.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QdBki8l1MoaSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:16:45 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKaneland was trailing on the scoreboard but seemingly in control until Morris senior Logan Conroy broke a 50-yard punt return for a momentum-flipping touchdown in the Warriors' 35-13 win in a battle of I-8 unbeatens.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KJpZtLl7eXPSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:08:25 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMax Moreno returned a fumble for a touchdown, caught two TD passes and intercepted a pass to lead St. Bede to a 53-14 rout of Princeville on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KBBEi5DwwLKSat, 12 Sep 2026 05:01:52 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkJacobs let a 6-3 halftime deficit balloon to 20-3 in the third quarter, but the Eagles never relented. Behind a poised Austin Stennett and clutch Aiden Brunner, Jacobs topped Burlington Central 31-27 in their Fox Valley Conference game Friday night to...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5UyRkqkPSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:52:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkRochelle uses big plays on defense, special teams to win Interstate 8 Conference opener over La Salle-Peru on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PMvwUjW4vjQSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:51:28 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Mendota football team beat Hall-Putnam County 23-12 for the Trojans' first win over the Red Devils since 2021.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_KDzNinwky3PSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:49:16 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBatavia’s offense was so dominant Friday night that the stadium’s barking-Bulldog sound effect nearly wore out. The Bulldogs scored on each of their first six possessions, building a 42-7 halftime lead en route to a 55-7 DuKane Conference victory over...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3ybXMQSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:37:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Coal City football team started Friday's Illinois Central Eight Conference game with a 75-yard TD pass from Connor Henline to Kole Carpenter on the opening play, while the Coalers' defense shined in a 57-0 triumph over Streator.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Pk5YCz5NpwKSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:33:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWheaton Academy matched last year's win total already with its fourth straight win to start the season. Senior QB Colton Miller accounted for three total TDs as the Warriors beat Marian Central 35-8 in their Chicagoland Christian Conference game...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_POm2u37MbWKSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:29:48 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWoodstock quarterback Cash White threw three touchdowns as the Blue Streaks snapped a three-game losing streak to crosstown rival Woodstock North. Woodstock won 33-8 to stay undefeated through four weeks.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aqp6tjyxGlKSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:19:23 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkDixon's Xavion Jones caught three touchdown passes in the first quarter as Jagger Kemp accounted for six scores in the Dukes' 47-14 win at Rock Falls on Friday night.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOy8EjPSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:14:43 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBoston College linebacker recruit Will Mettee scored on defense and offense, Matthew Lee threw for 221 yards and two touchdowns, including a fourth-quarter strike to Joe Haughey, as Loyola beat Brother Rice 27-24 in a stellar Chicago Catholic League...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PvkGH3ybRkQSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:14:19 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkTwo undefeated programs clashed in Frankfort on Friday night, but it was Lincoln-Way East that came out with its record unscathed in convincing fashion, winning 50-7 against Bradley-Bourbonnais.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Q1ykHl87qgQSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:05:57 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkAfter enduring a disastrous start to its Three Rivers Athletic Conference football matchup at Monmouth-Roseville, Princeton kept the Titans bottled up the rest of the way and wound up bringing home a 29-14 victory.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cLjpZnQSat, 12 Sep 2026 04:04:02 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHuntley's defensive scoreless streak ended at 15 quarters Friday night. But the Red Raiders, both defense and offense, were dominant once again as they dismantled Crystal Lake South 56-7 in their Fox Valley Conference game.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QlJkFnx1ZNaSat, 12 Sep 2026 03:44:11 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHampshire's Griffin Chamberlain threw five touchdowns, including three to Marquis Thurmand, as the Whip-Purs moved to 2-2 with a resounding 44-20 Fox Valley Conference win against Prairie Ridge on Friday.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QemEu7gyw8QFri, 11 Sep 2026 21:49:37 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Chicago Bears have named Oswego junior running back Ammar Banire the organization’s 'High School All-Star' of this week. As part of the award program, the Bears will contribute a $500 donation to the youth football program of Banire’s choice.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTWNjXWaFri, 11 Sep 2026 11:00:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkBureau Valley is one of many schools around the country in the T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights competition that are using social media to showcase their school spirit, community involvement and what makes their school special. BV has already won $5,000.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi6Y0E3QFri, 11 Sep 2026 04:58:39 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKeaton Vitel's 98-yard kickoff return in the third quarter proved to be the difference. Maine South held off New Trier 35-28 in one of the most anticipated matchups between the schools in a decade.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aLpxtXLG5yaFri, 11 Sep 2026 04:58:39 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkKeaton Vitel's 98-yard kickoff return in the third quarter proved to be the difference. Maine South held off New Trier 35-28 in one of the most anticipated matchups between the schools in a decade.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QWylHvMJDqaFri, 11 Sep 2026 02:04:56 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkArea flag football team rosters are littered with multi-sport athletes
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_Kxw7f72e8DQThu, 10 Sep 2026 21:11:57 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkZandria Richardson ditched cheerleading for football and hasn't looked back. After almost a decade playing tackle, she's taken her talents to St. Charles North flag football, putting up video-game numbers for the North Stars.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_aRgzSOyX0kPThu, 10 Sep 2026 19:38:08 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkIllinois State heads to DeKalb on Saturday to take on NIU, and both teams’ rosters are littered with players from Illinois. Here are nine players that could have an impact on the game, or at the very least see significant playing time.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K70XTWND5OaThu, 10 Sep 2026 15:22:54 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere is the Week 4 Illinois Media Poll for football, which which was released Wednesday for all eight classes.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_ayv5UyRjqBPThu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere are previews and picks for each Sauk Valley area game for Week 4. Dixon plays Rock Falls, Sterling hosts United Township and Newman opens conference play against Erie-Prophetstown.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PGkeH5Nql1PThu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:10 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkThe Herald-News prep football capsules for Week 4, featuring key showdowns across the greater Joliet/Morris area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_K3G5cLYR3kKThu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:06 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkHere's a look at Week 4 of the IHSA/I8FA football season for team across The Times area, including Ottawa, Streator, Sandwich, Marquette, Seneca, Dwight and Flanagan-Cornell/Woodland.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_P9zWi6YJjZQWed, 09 Sep 2026 23:55:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkSPC West heavyweights Oswego and Bolingbrook are set to square off in Week 4, while 2-1 Sandwich prepares to host two-time defending KRC champion Richmond-Burton. Here are previews and picks for those games and others around the Record Newspapers...
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PEgDSdo9w8KWed, 09 Sep 2026 21:39:34 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkWeek 4 of high school football season is here. Game previews for Geneva vs. Wheaton-Warrenville South, St. Francis vs. St. Rita, Jacobs vs. Burlington Central, and more.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_QjyeHV7Y6APWed, 09 Sep 2026 20:03:26 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County schools Jacobs, Huntley, Richmond-Burton and Woodstock remain undefeated through the first three weeks of the high school football season. Get a preview of each team's game this week, plus other Week 4 contests in the area.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>artl_PrG2cLjb6eQWed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:07 +0000trueShaw Local News NetworkMount Carmel takes on Marist, unbeaten Loyola hosts Brother Rice, Nazareth battles Montini, St. Rita plays against St. Francis and St. Ignatius welcomes unbeaten Fenwick. Those matchups and more in our Week 4 Chicago Catholic League preview.
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This episode includes AI-generated content.]]>248falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-bede-qb-stuart-mcgunnigal-off-to-strong-start-after-return-from-injury-newstribune-bcr-football-notebook--75013294
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