Hoffman Estates football practice

Hoffman Estates offensive coordinator Joe Lewnandowski with running back Michael Reeves during football practice. Bob Chwedyk | Staff Photographer

Hofffman junior Alexander Garcia, left, and sophomore Matthew Mednus, right, take a water break during Hoffman Estates football practice. Hoffman Estates varsity football coach Bill Helzer shortened practices today to 90 minutes from 3 hours because of the heat, with frequent water breaks. Bob Chwedyk | Staff Photographer