Illinois High School Football - Orion thwarted by Rockridge
October 4, 2024: Orion, IL 61273 Rockridge Rockets (Taylor Ridge, IL) followers went home in high spirits Friday as they saw their football team achieve victory over the host Orion Chargers (Orion, IL), 35-14 in a league battle.
With the win, Rockridge advances its record to 4-2 on the season. The Rockets host Mercer County (Aledo, IL) to play the Golden Eagles in a Three Rivers - Rock battle on Friday, October 11. The Golden Eagles go into the battle with a record of 3-3. Mercer County lost 29-16 in their recent league battle against Newman Central Catholic (Sterling, IL)
The Chargers now own a 0-5 record. They play next when they travel to Erie-Prophetstown for a Three Rivers - Rock battle on Friday, October 11. Orion will play a Panthers team coming off a 21-18 league loss to Riverdale (Port Byron, IL). The Panthers record now stands at 3-3.