Friday Night Drive

Quarterback Riley Contreras ran for three touchdowns and passed for another as Hinsdale Central picked up a 45-15 win over South Elgin in the first round of the Class 8A playoffs on Friday night. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

While the Marengo Indians took advantage of some opportunities, particularly in the second quarter, turning the ball over five times was just too much to overcome in their 35-21 loss to Peoria Notre Dame in the Class 4A first-round matchup. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Fremd scored on its first six offensive possessions and forced four first-half turnovers to beat Huntley 41-14 in their Class 8A first-round playoff game on Friday. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Tyler Hvorcik had one of two interceptions in Glenbard North's dominant defensive effort, and Donato Gatses rushed for 179 yards and two touchdowns as the visiting Panthers beat Yorkville 17-0 in Friday's Class 7A first-round game. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Morris can score in a hurry. The No. 2 seed proved that Friday night, putting up 25 points in less than 5 minutes before halftime on its way to a 54-7 win against Woodstock in the opening round of the IHSA Class 4A playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Will Vala caught a 33-yard touchdown pass from Owen Lansu and was part of an impressive defensive effort against a high-powered Prospect offense as the Trojans won the Class 7A first-round game 28-21 to return to the playoffs' second round for the fourth straight year. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

A touchdown pass to Mariano Velasco and a fumble return for a score by Cam Loghmani in the fourth quarter led Oswegp to a 17-7 win over Naperville North in the first round of the Class 8A playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Here is the list of scores from Friday first-round games in the IHSA football playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Batavia forced five turnovers on defense, two of which were returned for touchdowns, to help secure a 56-0 victory over Hoffman Estates and advance to the second round of the Class 7A playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Minooka held an early lead, but couldn't slow down the Glenbrook South offense as the Indians saw their season come to an end. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Kankakee two-way senior standout Cedric Terrell III is proud to represent not just himself, but a large, well-respected family in the Kankakee community with his name. And while he may be the third, he's made a name for himself on the gridiron. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

After receiving feedback from IHSA membership schools, a Roxana High School proposal to change the postseason structure and regular-season scheduling process has some alterations. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

There's a prominent addition to the Class 8A field in Mount Carmel, but there's plenty of teams that are hoping than can keep the Caravan from collecting 8A hardware. Steve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2025 IHSA Class 8A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

With three-time 7A State Champion Mount Carmel moving up to Class 8A, there's plenty of team chomping at the bit for a chance to be the new team hoisting the state championship hardware. Steve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2025 IHSA Class 7A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

The Chicago Catholic League/East Suburban Catholic Conference has revealed its All-Conference honorees and award winners for the 2025 varsity football season. Click the link below to read this year's award winners. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

The Chicago Catholic League/East Suburban Catholic Conference has revealed its All-Conference honorees and award winners for the 2025 varsity football season. Click the link below to read this year's award winners. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

With an intensity and work ethic unmatched, Joliet Catholic senior and Navy recruit Ian Campbell has set the tone for the Hilltoppers, who took down Providence to win the CCL/ESCC Orange and sneak into the playoffs. Campbell has 12 sacks in the last two years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

A look at the football games around the Kane County Chronicle area heading into the first round of the IHSA playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

After enduring a three-year playoff drought, the longest in school history, Bishop McNamara didn't just rebound this year. The Fightin' Irish went 9-0 for the first time in almost 30 years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Join hosts J.T. Pedelty, Sam Ramirez and Eddie Carifio as they preview Round 1 of the IHSA football playoffs in the western and southern portions of northern Illinois. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Defending state champions Mount Carmel and Loyola will collide for a second time after the Caravan defeated the Ramblers 35-24 in Week 9. St. Rita's rushing attack sparked a win over IC Catholic Prep, while Marist fell just short of the playoffs despite beating Niles Notre Dame. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Here are previews and picks for first-round matchups for Kendall County football teams. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Here are previews and picks for IHSA first-round playoff games for teams from the Suburban Life coverage area. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

The Herald-News prep football preview for Week 10 of the 2025 season, featuring key showdowns across the greater Will and Grundy county area as the IHSA playoffs begin. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .

Can anyone prevent a collision course game between East St. Louis and Nazareth in the state championship? A lot of teams would like to think so. Steve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2025 IHSA Class 6A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support .