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Wheaton North’s Tyler O’ Connor picks up some yardage in their Class 7A playoff win over Hoffman Estates last week. The Falcons travel to Willowbrook on Friday.
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Scouting DuPage County playoff quarterfinal games
Updated Nov 13, 2021 7:37 AM
Here’s a look at the football matchups in DuPage County for the quarterfinal round, including IC Catholic Prep hosting Princeton and Wheaton North traveling to Willowbrook in Class 7A, among others.
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Neuqua Valley’s Mark Mennecke throws a pass against Wheaton Warrenville South earlier this season. Neuqua hosts Maine South Saturday in a Class 8A quarterfinal playoff game.
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McGee’s back to 100 percent, and that’s a good thing for Neuqua Valley
Updated Nov 9, 2021 11:33 AM
Jalen McGee’s return from an ankle injury has only made Neuqua Valley’s 10-1 football team even more dangerous.
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Glenbard North’s Shea Gaffney, pictured drawing a penalty against Lake Park, scored 3 touchdowns last week against Bolingbrook. This week he’ll try to help the Panthers knock off 9-1 Warren.
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Scouting DuPage County second round playoff games
Updated Nov 4, 2021 11:20 AM
Here’s a look at the second round of playoffs for DuPage County, including Naperville Central trying to upset Loyola and Glenbard North hoping to solve Warren’s elite defense, among others.
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Naperville Central’s Ethan Pytlak (52) tackles Naperville North’s Zeke A Williams during last week’s win in the first round of the Class 8A playoffs. The Redhawks’ defense was a big key to the victory, and they will be challenged again this week when they face No. 1 seed Loyola.
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Defenses, special teams make major impact in opening round
Updated Nov 2, 2021 10:55 AM
Here’s a look at some of the top storylines going into the second round of the playoffs, including an impressive showing by Naperville Central’s defense and special teams last week, and Rocco Luczak coming up big for Willowbrook’s special teams, among others.
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Lisle runs over Carver
Updated Oct 30, 2021 6:33 PM
Lee Maciejewski admitted his statement that the offensive line was the strength of Lisle might be biased because he is in charge of that position group. But the way those guys upfront played on Saturday, the long-time coach might be on to something. With huge holes to run through, the Lions rushed for 440 yards in a 49-0 victory over Carver in a Class 3A first-round matchup at Benedictine University.
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Quarterback Matt Sommerdyke leads Wheaton Warrenville South into a challenging first-round matchup at Brother Rice.
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Scouting DuPage County football playoff first-round games
Updated Oct 28, 2021 4:40 PM
Here’s a look at the second round of playoffs for DuPage County teams, including Naperville Central and Naperville North in a rematch of a 38-27 Huskies win during the regular season, among others.
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IC Catholic Prep’s sophomore quarterback Dennis Mandala is one of a number of area players who could be the X-factor in how far their team goes in the playoffs. The Knights went 8-1 in the regular season and are one of the top teams in Class 3A.
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Taking a look at possible playoff X-factors for DuPage County teams
Updated Oct 26, 2021 7:24 PM
It’s been a true team effort to help elevate Dennis Mandala’s game. But it’s paying major dividends for the IC Catholic Prep football team. The Knights were top ranked in Class 3A most of this season, though they did sustain a tough loss to St. Francis 19-7 last Friday. They are 8-1 overall and won the Metro Suburban Blue with a 5-0 record, all behind Mandala, a sophomore quarterback.
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St. Francis’ Adam Criter (2) tries to spin out the tackle from IC Catholic Prep’s Antonio Richardson (17) during the first half of a game in Wheaton on Friday, October 22, 2021.
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Breaking down DuPage County first-round state playoff matchups
Updated Oct 23, 2021 9:01 PM
The IHSA football playoffs are always special. After all, not every team makes it. Those who do have to earn their way. But this year’s playoffs are extra special, of course. After the reality check that was 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic forced an abbreviated season to last spring, minus a postseason.
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Watson, Lisle reach their numbers
Updated Oct 22, 2021 10:30 PM
Lisle junior Tyrese Watson set a goal for himself of 240 yards rushing before Friday night’s football game against visiting Peotone. It might have seemed an overly ambitious number at first, but it turned out to be realistic. Watson ran for 248 yards and 3 touchdowns to help the Lions secure their playoff-clinching sixth victory of the season, 28-14.
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Naperville North quarterback Aidan Gray finds some running room in the DeKalb secondary. The Huskies are playing for the DVC championship Friday against Neuqua Valley.
Scouting Week 9 DuPage County football games
Updated Oct 21, 2021 7:05 PM
Here’s a look at the best matchups in DuPage County for Week 9, including Hinsdale Central and Glenbard West playing for the West Suburban Silver title, and Naperville North and Neuqua Valley meeting for the DVC crown.
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Naperville North’s Ethan Robert, pictured during his 287-yard rushing effort this fall against Naperville Central, will try to help the Huskies win the DVC title when they play at Neuqua Valley on Friday.
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Naperville North’s Robert credits teammates for his special season
Updated Oct 19, 2021 6:09 PM
Taking a look at some of the top storylines in DuPage County heading into Week 9, including a big game for Ethan Robert and the Naperville North Huskies, and looking ahead to Saturday’s playoff pairings night.
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Wheaton North quarterback Mark Forcucci has thrown for 13 touchdowns this year with just 1 interception.
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Scouting Week 8 DuPage County football games
Updated Oct 14, 2021 8:08 PM
Here’s a look at the best matchups in DuPage County for Week 8, including Wheaton North looking for a 7th win when it hosts Geneva, and a matchup between a pair of 6-1 teams in the Upstate Eight when Glenbard South takes on Glenbard East.
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Zeke A Williams (6) and his Naperville North teammates are coming off a 38-27 win over Naperville Central last week. The Huskies return to action Friday against Metea Valley.
Brian Hill | Staff
Scouting Week 7 DuPage County football games
Updated Oct 7, 2021 1:49 PM
Here’s a look at some of the best matchups in DuPage County for Week 7, including the annual battle for Wheaton bragging rights between the Tigers and Falcons, and undefeated York trying to avenge last spring’s shutout loss to Hinsdale Central.
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Matt Vezza and his York teammates pulled off a big win on Saturday, beating Glenbard West 12-10 on a last-second field goal.
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Looking back at big wins for Lisle, York
Updated Oct 5, 2021 10:12 AM
Here’s a look at some of the top storylines heading into Week 7 in DuPage County, including a couple big wins last weekend for Lisle and York.
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Naperville North quarterback Aidan Gray is completing 70 percent of his passes through five games heading into Friday’s matchup against Naperville Central.
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Scouting Week 6 DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 30, 2021 1:20 PM
Here’s a look at the best football matchups in DuPage County for Week 6, including undefeateds York and Glenbard West squaring off, Neuqua Valley taking its 5-0 record to Metea Valley, and Naperville North and Naperville Central renewing their rivalry, among others.
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Willowbrook’s Nick Mabutas, pictured making a tackle in a 2019 playoff game against Mt. Carmel, has helped the Warriors win three straight after an 0-2 start.
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Willowbrook’s coming on strong after 0-2 start
Updated Sep 28, 2021 5:43 PM
Here’s a look at some of the best storylines through the first five weeks of the regular season in DuPage County, including Willowbrook winning three straight games after an 0-2 start, among others.
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Neuqua Valley’s Mark Mennecke, pictured throwing a pass against Wheaton Warrenville South, has an 8-0 record as starting quarterback.
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Scouting Week 5 DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 23, 2021 3:43 PM
Here’s a look at the best matchups in DuPage County for Week 5, including a pair of matchups between 4-0 teams — South Elgin against Glenbard East, and Glenbard North vs. Batavia. Also, 3-1 Naperville Central travels to 4-0 Neuqua Valley.
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Wheaton North’s Brayton Maske (23) ran for 210 yards and 3 touchdowns last week in a 35-3 win over St. Charles North.
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Wheaton North’s O-line paving the way for big things
Updated Sep 21, 2021 12:34 PM
Here’s a look at some of the top storylines through the first four weeks of the season, including an outstanding game for Wheaton North running back Brayton Maske last week when he ran for 210 yards against St. Charles North.
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Glenbard South quarterback Michael Champagne looks for an open receiver last week against South Elgin. The Raiders will try to rebound from their first loss when they take on Fenton on Friday.
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Scouting Week 4 DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 17, 2021 5:54 AM
Here's a look at the best matchups in DuPage County for Week 4, including York taking its 3-0 record into a matchup at Downers Grove North who also is 3-0 this season.
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Montini quarterback Cole Teschner hands off to Josh Robinson Friday, September 3, 2021 against Sterling.
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Wheaton Warrenville South’s defense making major impact
Updated Sep 15, 2021 8:02 PM
Here’s a look at some of the top storylines in DuPage County through the first three weeks of the season, including an impressive win for Wheaton Warrenville South last Friday against St. Charles North.
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Glenbard East coach John Walters is excited about the way his defense has played in the Rams’ 3-0 start to the season.
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Defense doing its job in Glenbard East’s 3-0 start
Updated Sep 14, 2021 10:24 AM
Here’s a look at some of the top storylines in DuPage County through the first three weeks of the season, including an impressive start by Glenbard East’s defense.
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Montini quarterback Cole Teschner hands off to Josh Robinson during last week’s game against Sterling. The Broncos play Marmion on Friday.
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Scouting Week 3 DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 10, 2021 5:43 AM
Here’s a look at the best football matchups in DuPage County for Week 3, including Downers Grove North facing off against Downers Grove South, and Naperville Central and Neuqua Valley traveling out of state to play.
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Coach Bill Ellinghaus and his Neuqua Valley Wildcats are traveling to St. Louis on Friday to play Missouri state power St. Mary’s.
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Waubonsie Valley, Neuqua Valley, Naperville North and Naperville Central headed out of state
Updated Sep 7, 2021 3:59 PM
Several DuPage Valley Conference teams will be headed out of state this weekend to play their football games. The reason for all the travel is the fact that there are only six schools in the DVC. Each school will play three nonconference games, including the long road trips.
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IC Catholic Prep’s Antonio Richardson (17) tries to slip past Montini’s Eric Melendez (3) during last week’s victory.
Brian Hill | Staff
Scouting Week 2 DuPage County football games
Updated Sep 2, 2021 7:03 PM
Here’s a look at the best football matchups in DuPage County for Week 2, including Lincoln-Way East (1-0) visiting Naperville Central (1-0) and Glenbard North (1-0) traveling to Naperville North (1-0), among others.
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Mike Ulreich, the new varsity football coach at Naperville Central, works with quarterback Owen Pruchaduring at practice earlier this month. Ulreich will make his debut Friday when the Redhawks play at Hinsdale Central.
Paul Valade | Staff
Scouting Week 1 DuPage County football games
Updated Aug 26, 2021 8:28 PM
Here’s a look at the best matchups in DuPage County for Week 1.
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Lisle went 3-2 in the spring season under head coach Paul Parpet.
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2021 fall preview: Scouting the Illinois Central Eight
Updated Aug 20, 2021 11:52 AM
2021 fall preview: Scouting the Illinois Central Eight
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Meet the 2021 Daily Herald DuPage County All-Area Football team
Updated May 8, 2021 7:51 PM
Meet the 2021 Daily Herald DuPage County All-Area Football team
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Quarterback Mark Forcucci leads Wheaton North into a showdown against Batavia on Saturday at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb. Both teams are 4-1, and Forcucci is coming off a 3-touchdown game last week against Geneva.
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Scouting Week 6 football in DuPage County
Updated Apr 22, 2021 10:08 PM
Here’s a look at this weekend’s football games in DuPage County.
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St. Francis’ Tommy Rittenhouse has thrown 15 touchdowns with just 2 interceptions this season.
John Starks | Staff
Rittenhouse finishes what he started at St. Francis
Updated Apr 21, 2021 12:41 PM
Tommy Rittenhouse plays the final game in a memorable career at St. Francis on Friday.
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Stopping Metea Valley receiver Jalen Johnson will be a priority for Naperville Central’s elite defense Friday night.
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Scouting Week 5 football in DuPage County
Updated Apr 15, 2021 3:51 PM
Here’s a look at this weekend’s football games in DuPage County.
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Naperville Central adjusts, continues rolling along
Updated Apr 14, 2021 1:48 PM
Naperville Central earned the No. 4 spot in this week’s Class 8A state rankings.
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Wheaton Warrenville South quarterback Parker Brown carries the ball against Rolling Meadows in 2019 playoff game.
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Scouting Week 4 football in DuPage County
Updated Apr 8, 2021 10:28 PM
Here’s a look at this weekend’s football games in DuPage County.
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Campbell’s 91-yard return sparks Lisle
Updated Apr 8, 2021 10:23 PM
Lisle defeated Peotone 24-0 on Thursday.
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Wheaton Warrenville South quarterback Parker Brown runs between Downers Grove North’s Drew Bielawski (48) and Seth Peterson during a 2019 game.
Joe Lewnard | Staff
Scouting Week 3 football in DuPage County
Updated Mar 31, 2021 9:34 PM
Here’s a look at this weekend’s football games in DuPage County.
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Metea Valley quarterback Logan Frederick fires a pass during their game at DeKalb last week. Metea returns to action Friday night against Waubonsie Valley.
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Scouting Week 2 football in DuPage County
Updated Mar 25, 2021 9:24 PM
Here’s a look at this weekend’s football games in DuPage County.
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Lisle blanks Reed-Custer for 1st win
Updated Mar 25, 2021 9:22 PM
Lisle shut out Reed-Custer Thursday to even its record at 1-1.
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Glenbard West's Jaylen Moore is expected to get a lot of carries in the Hilltoppers' first game Friday at Addison Trail.
John Starks | Staff
Scouting Friday's Week 1 football games in DuPage County
Updated Mar 20, 2021 4:05 PM
Here's a look at this weekend's football games in DuPage County.
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Wheaton Academy advances past Coal City
Updated Oct 29, 2021 11:00 PM
All along, the goal for the Wheaton Academy football team was to secure its first home game in the IHSA playoffs. Now it’s time to level up for the Warriors, who defeated Coal City 36-3 Friday night in a Class 4A first-round matchup to improve to 8-2.
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