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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Oct 21, 2019 7:29 PM
PODCAST: Which DuPage County football teams are on the playoff bubble? We discuss on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Coming at the DuPage County playoff story from multiple angles
Updated Oct 22, 2019 9:05 PM
Football: Get ready for a wild Week 9 in DuPage County.
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Brown, St. Rita too much for Benet
Updated Oct 18, 2019 11:58 PM
St. Rita defeated Benet in a CCL/ESCC crossover football game.
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Photos from the Wheaton North at Wheaton Warrenville South football game on Friday, Oct.4, 2019.
John Starks | Staff
Scouting this weekend’s DuPage County football games
Updated Oct 18, 2019 7:04 AM
A quick look at each of the DuPage County high school football games this weekend.
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Inspired in part by the background of his father, John (right), Benet Academy senior Mick Bastuga (No. 74) has pledged money for each successful snap he makes this football season to Alex’s Lemonade Stand to combat childhood cancer.
Photo courtesy of Benet Academy/Scott Butler/Visual Image Photography
Benet’s Bastuga snaps for charity
Updated Oct 16, 2019 10:28 PM
Benet’s Bastuga snaps for charity
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Glenbard East’s Christopher Whitehead (8) finds some running room Saturday during football in Lombard.
Brian Hill | Staff
Glenbard South, Glenbard East ready to renew rivalry
Updated Oct 16, 2019 3:56 PM
DuPage County football notes: Friday’s Upstate Eight Conference game between Glenbard East and Glenbard South will feel like a reunion.
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Can the “Anything But Districts” forces get their way when it comes to football scheduling and the playoffs?
John Starks | Staff
Will anti-district forces prevail in IHSA football plan?
Updated Oct 16, 2019 2:44 PM
Football: There’s more than meets the eye with the new IHSA football proposal.
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Oct 14, 2019 5:24 PM
PODCAST: A conversation with Montini football coach Mike Bukovsky on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Benet suffers first loss of season
Updated Oct 12, 2019 10:43 PM
Loyola defeated Benet in a nonconference football game.
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A new proposal would change the IHSA football playoff system to allow 48 teams to qualify for the playoffs in each of the eight enrollment classes.
John Starks | Staff
New football playoff proposal goes to IHSA
Updated Oct 10, 2019 4:59 PM
Football: A proposal being submitted to the IHSA aims to replace the district system, which was voted in last year by the state membership.
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Benet will put its undefeated record on the line at Loyola on Saturday afternoon.
John Starks | Staff
Scouting this weekend’s DuPage County football games
Updated Oct 10, 2019 2:58 PM
Previews of Week 7 high school football games in DuPage County
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Transfers are an epidemic in high school football. Is there anything that needs to be done?
Updated Oct 9, 2019 7:48 AM
Has the transfer situation ever been worse than it is now?
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Oct 7, 2019 5:08 PM
PODCAST: In or out? Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit take a shot at projecting DuPage County’s playoff field on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Benet scores comeback victory at St. Laurence
Updated Oct 4, 2019 11:47 PM
Benet defeated St. Laurence in a CCL/ESCC Orange Divison football game.
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Willowbrook will play at Hinsdale South on Friday night, a game that could decide the West Suburban Conference Gold Division football championship.
John Starks | Staff
Scouting this weekend’s DuPage County football games
Updated Oct 4, 2019 6:35 AM
Week 6 high school football game previews for DuPage County
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Fenton fans try to stay dry as the Bison face Bartlett in varsity football at Millennium Field in Streamwood on Friday night.
Patrick Kunzer | Staff
SMAC rule needs to be revised ASAP
Updated Oct 1, 2019 8:18 PM
Football: Just what happened last weekend?
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Sep 30, 2019 5:40 PM
PODCAST: Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit sit down with Naperville Central coach Mike Stine and Redhawks quarterback Sam Jackson on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Benet remains unbeaten
Updated Sep 30, 2019 6:11 PM
Benet defeated Marian Catholic in a CCL/ESCC crossover football game.
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Glenbard West's Jalen Moore sprints up the sidelines for a long touchdown run against Maine South in a football game in Glen Ellyn Saturday, August 31, 2019.
John Starks | Staff
Scouting this weekend's DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 27, 2019 9:32 AM
A game-by-game look at this weekend's DuPage County football games.
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Naperville North and Naperville Central will play Friday night at North Central College.
John Starks | Staff
Do these DuPage County rivalries have a future?
Updated Sep 24, 2019 5:52 PM
Football: Get ready for Rivalry Week in DuPage County.
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Sep 23, 2019 4:59 PM
PODCAST: Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit discuss the latest DuPage County prep football news on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Photos from the Neuqua Valley vs. Stevenson football game on Friday, Sept. 6 in Lincolnshire.
Steve Lundy | Staff
Scouting this weekend’s DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 19, 2019 3:23 PM
Scouting this weekend’s DuPage County high school football games.
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Benet Academy’s Colin Gillespie runs for a touchdown against Naperville North as Cole Loebig stretches to try to stop him in a football game in Naperville Friday, August 30, 2019.
John Starks | Staff
Benet’s QB duo is double trouble
Updated Sep 18, 2019 11:44 AM
DuPage County football notes: Benet’s becoming a true dual threat at quarterback.
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Neuqua Valley’s Mark Gronowski, left, throws during their game Friday in Lincolnshire.
Steve Lundy | Staff
Why a tough weekend for DuPage County football teams could pay off later in the season
Updated Sep 18, 2019 9:33 AM
DuPage County football programs aren’t big on moral victories, but you couldn’t help but notice a twinkle from some of our higher-profile teams that fell last weekend.
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Sep 16, 2019 5:46 PM
PODCAST: Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit visits perennial power Glenbard West on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Benet cruises past St. Ignatius
Updated Sep 14, 2019 12:38 AM
Benet defeated St. Ignatius in a CCL/ESCC crossover football game.
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Neuqua Valley's Jack Belskis, right, goes after Stevenson's Jean-Marc Etienne during their game Friday in Lincolnshire.
Steve Lundy | Staff
Scouting this weekend's DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 13, 2019 6:37 AM
A quick look at all of DuPage County's high school football games this weekend.
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Naperville North will travel to Ohio to play in Massillon on Friday night. It is one of three DuPage Valley Conference teams playing out of state this weekend.
John Starks | Staff
It’s ‘District Week’ in DuPage County
Updated Sep 10, 2019 7:28 PM
Football: Welcome to District Week in DuPage County!
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Sep 9, 2019 4:26 PM
PODCAST: Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit preview DuPage County’s conference races on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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A triumph Benet can truly enjoy
Updated Sep 6, 2019 11:53 PM
Benet defeated Moline in a nonconference football game in Lisle.
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Deandre Holiday hauls in a catch during the first day of football practice at Willowbrook High School in Villa Park.
Rick West | Staff
Scouting this weekend’s DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 5, 2019 5:17 PM
Scouting Week 2 high school football games for DuPage County
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Benet Academy’s Sean Torres runs in the first quarter against Naperville North in a football game in Naperville Friday, August 30, 2019.
John Starks | Staff
DuPage County football: What Week 1 told us
Updated Sep 3, 2019 6:39 PM
Football: This week’s Eyes on Five column breaks down an eventful Week 1 of football action in DuPage County.
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Sep 2, 2019 4:10 PM
PODCAST: What did we learn from Week 1? Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit discuss on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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John Starks | Staff
Benet sweats out win over Naperville North
Updated Sep 1, 2019 6:15 PM
Football: Benet held on for a 28-21 win at Naperville North after building a 28-0 halftime lead.
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Benet Academy’s Jonathan Martin makes a one-handed catch for a first down against Naperville North in the second quarter.
John Starks | Staff
Images: Benet Academy vs. Naperville North football
Updated Aug 30, 2019 9:57 PM
Benet Academy faced Naperville North in football action on Friday, Aug. 30 in Naperville.
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Scouting this weekend’s DuPage County football games
Updated Aug 29, 2019 12:49 PM
Scouting the top Week 1 high school football games for DuPage County
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Naperville Central’s Samuel Jackson crosses the goal line with a touchdown against Naperville North in a football game last season at Central High School.
John Starks | Staff
Getting ready for kickoff
Updated Aug 28, 2019 9:23 PM
Eyes on Five returns to take a long look at DuPage County prep football.
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Benet quarterback Colin Gillespie throws a pass during a Class 7A playoff game last season against Maine West.
Joe Lewnard | Staff
Scouting CCL/ESCC football
Updated Aug 26, 2019 8:43 PM
Scouting CCL/ESCC football
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Aug 26, 2019 4:37 PM
PODCAST: It’s game week! Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit break down the top five DuPage County Week 1 football games on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Scouting the Benet Redwings
Updated Aug 22, 2019 7:21 PM
New league, same challenges in store for Benet’s football team.
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Aug 20, 2019 10:31 AM
PODCAST: Who are DuPage County’s under-the-radar football players and teams heading into the 2019 season? Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit discuss on this week’s edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin.
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Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit host “Tailgating with Dave and Kevin” in a podcast format.
PODCAST: Tailgating with Dave and Kevin
Updated Aug 13, 2019 6:07 PM
PODCAST: Daily Herald prep sports writers Dave Oberhelman and Kevin Schmit are back to talk about all the issues facing DuPage County football teams in 2019 on this edition of Tailgating with Dave and Kevin (and Orrin).
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Quarterback Sam Tumilty rears back to pass during the first day of football practice at Willowbrook High School in Villa Park Monday.
Rick West | Staff
Teams coming to grips with new rules limiting playing time
Updated Aug 13, 2019 12:57 PM
The fifth of five key things to watch this season as DuPage County prep football teams began practice on Monday.
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Montini will play in the CCL/ESCC Green Division this season.
Joe Lewnard | Staff
Conference shuffling continues for DuPage County teams
Updated Aug 12, 2019 6:19 PM
The fourth of five key things to watch this season as DuPage County prep football teams began practice on Monday.
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New coaches taking charge in DuPage County
Updated Aug 12, 2019 6:19 PM
The third of five key things to watch this season as DuPage County prep football teams began practice on Monday.
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Naperville Central junior quarterback Sam Jackson has committed to play college football at Minnesota.
Mark Welsh | Staff
Big-time recruits among top players in DuPage County
Updated Aug 12, 2019 6:19 PM
The second of five key things to watch this season as DuPage County prep football teams began practice on Monday.
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Kevin Cooke will lead IC Catholic Prep’s quest for a fourth consecutive state championship.
John Starks | Staff
Familiar names among DuPage County’s top teams
Updated Aug 12, 2019 6:19 PM
The first of five key things to watch this season as DuPage County prep football teams began practice on Monday.
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Glenbard South’s Nick Plaso is fouled by Kaneland’s Will Cushman in the Class 3A boys basketball regional semifinal game in Aurora.
John Starks | Staff
Scouting Friday’s DuPage County regional finals
Updated Feb 28, 2019 6:17 PM
Boys basketball: Scouting Friday’s DuPage County regional finals.
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No. Name Class Height Weight Position
1 Cooney, Graham Junior 5-10 160
2 O'Malley, Tommy Senior 6-0 180
3 Huels, Henry Senior 6-2 185
4 Lawler, JohnPaul Senior 5-10 180
5 Walsh, John Senior 5-10 185
6 Chick, Sayre Senior 6-2 185
7 Radek, Ryan Junior 6-0 180
8 Garvin, Marty Senior 5-11 180
9 Hall, Luca Senior 5-11 150
10 Gillespie, Colin Senior 6-2 190
12 O'Connor, Michael Senior 6-3 185
15 Kosiba, Lucas Senior 6-2 180
16 Hall, Giancarlo Junior 5-10 150
17 Bafia, Nick Junior 6-0 170
18 Martin, Jonathan Senior 6-1 185
19 Walsh, Pierce Freshman 6-4 180
20 Benish, Will Junior 5-11 185
21 MacKenna, Clayton Senior 6-3 180
22 Malec, Michael Junior 6-0 175
24 Johnson, Nick Junior 5-11 167
25 Fischer, Gregory Junior 5-10 150
27 O'Leary, David Junior 6-1 175
28 Lorenzl, Kevin Senior 5-11 190
29 Venecia, Nicholad Senior 5-6 153
30 Torres, Sean Senior 5-11 217
32 Walsh, Patrick Junior 5-11 170
33 O'Malley, Joseph Junior 5-8 145
38 Glimco, Daniel Senior 6-0 200
40 Mazza, August Junior 6-2 160
44 Weidenbach, John Freshman 6-0 205
49 Snell, Jacob Senior 6-4 245
50 Flynn, Ryan Senior 5-9 190
52 Garney, Jacob Senior 6-3 200
53 Wehner, Noah Junior 6-1 160
54 Walsh, Cole Senior 6-2 235
55 Manning, Michael Junior 5-10 184
56 DiMatteo, Sam Senior 6-0 175
58 Shaughnessy, John Senior 5-10 185
59 Kaufman, Joshua Senior 6-0 150
60 LeFevour, Owen Senior 5-8 190
64 Walls, Andrew Senior 6-3 270
65 Carrier, Braden Junior 6-0 210
66 McGivney, Dylan Sophomore 6-3 230
67 Duray, Zachary Junior 5-8 190
68 DuFour, Alexander Junior 6-2 225
70 Phillip, Luke Senior 6-3 275
74 Bastuga, Michael Senior 5-11 225
75 McGivney, Michael Senior 6-4 310
77 Aygun, James Junior 5-11 200
78 Sullivan, Matthew Senior 6-4 255
81 Sturm, Ethan Junior 6-5 205
88 Burk, Jack Junior 6-3 190
94 Golden, John Senior 6-4 200
99 Farhi, John Junior 5-7 160
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