The night belonged to the New Trier Trevians, who turned a modest first-half lead into a commanding 45-13 victory over Naperville North.
A Second-Half Surge
Running back Throy Nightingale Jr. ignited the rally with a 67-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter, while Jackie Ryder and Paul Liang added their own scores, including a 40-yard gain that showcased the team’s explosive offense.
Quarterback Elliot Baxter kept the momentum alive with a trick play that resulted in a 60-yard touchdown pass to John Kropp, further stretching the lead.
The defense proved equally relentless, intercepting Naperville North’s quarterback Dante Colasante twice and limiting the Huskies to a single late score.
The win marks the third meeting in three years between the rivals, extending New Trier’s home-field dominance after a 20-14 victory the previous season.