Chicagoland High School Football Teams Results in Week 7

Here’s a summary of Chicagoland high school football teams’ performances in Week 7:

Richards 28, Oak Lawn 25

Richards triumphed over Oak Lawn with a 28-25 victory during their South Suburban Conference game in Oak Lawn, IL. Missing several players on special teams due to injuries, coach Tony Sheehan relied on senior quarterback Eric Jacobs to return kicks. Previously a kick returner, Jacobs ignored instructions to focus on safety, aiming instead for scoring whenever he got the ball. In the fourth quarter, his 65-yard kickoff return for a touchdown sparked a comeback, leading Richards to victory.

Mount Carmel 49, Providence 14

Mount Carmel defeated Providence 49-14 during their Catholic League crossover game in Chicago. Senior receiver Quentin Burrell, also a Michigan recruit, had four catches for 67 yards and a touchdown. Burrell treasures his time as a high school athlete while preparing for his future in college football.

Lincoln-Way East 42, Lincoln-Way Central 0

Jack Murphy returned to the lineup and led Lincoln-Way East to a 42-0 win against Lincoln-Way Central in New Lenox. Murphy caught eight passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns, all in the first half. The district rivals met in football for the first time since spring 2021.

South Elgin 29, West Aurora 27

South Elgin’s senior kicker Danny Moscoso handled pressure with ease as he played both football and soccer. He kicked a 32-yard field goal with four seconds remaining, securing a tight 29-27 win over West Aurora during the Upstate Eight Conference game.

Naperville North 42, DeKalb 14

Naperville North quarterback Dante Colasante, despite being shorter than average, showcased his talent and determination. He completed six of twelve passes for 115 yards, with three going for touchdowns. This performance led Naperville North to a 42-14 win against DeKalb.

Highland Park 37, Deerfield 16

Mason Auslander of Highland Park secured his spot in the lineup by reading opposing offenses and staying consistent. His third interception of the season helped the Giants claim a 37-16 victory over Deerfield during the Central Suburban League game.

IC Catholic 42, Benet 14

IC Catholic Prep dominated against Benet Academy with a 42-14 win. Senior Jaden Penna shined both as a wide receiver and defensive back, catching four passes for 97 yards and a touchdown. His contributions highlighted a dominant first half performance by the Knights.

Hobart 42, Hanover Central 14

Senior night for Hobart’s Aleks Tatum was emotional yet successful, contributing significantly to their 42-14 victory over Hanover Central. Tatum delivered 210 yards and four touchdowns through eight completed passes, along with 77 rushing yards. It marked a memorable performance connecting his growth and community involvement.