Illinois High School Basketball - Thornton holds off Rich Township
December 8, 2023: Harvey, IL 60426 Fans at Friday's league challenge between the Thornton Wildcats (Harvey, IL) and the visiting Rich Township Raptors (Olympia Fields, IL), saw Thornton's basketball squad hold off Rich Township by a tally of 68-62.
With the victory, Thornton improves its record to 6-1 on the campaign. The Wildcats travel to Normal Community (Normal, IL) to confront the Ironmen in a non-league challenge on Saturday, December 16. The Ironmen come into the challenge with a record of 6-0.
Next up, the Raptors confront the Simeon Wolverines (Chicago, IL) in a non-league challenge, on Sunday, December 10. Rich Township will attempt to improve on its 5-1 season record. The Wolverines come into the challenge with a 4-3 record after their 49-48 league win over Dyett (Chicago, IL).