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The 2026 Illinois high school football season kicks off earlier than usual, with practice starting on August 1 and games on August 21. An expanded postseason now includes 48 teams across eight classes, reshaping preparation for teams statewide.
Westville High School's football team, ranked No. 6, returns senior quarterback Easton Bolin and a host of key players aiming to defend their VVC title and replicate the large home crowds that helped the program thrive.
The latest Big All-City baseball team highlights exceptional individual achievements, from a .509 batting average to a perfect 10-0 pitcher, and honors a coach who guided his squad to a remarkable season.