Rauner Wildcats (Chicago, IL) fans went home in high spirits Friday as they saw their football team achieve victory over the host ITW David Speer Academy Pride (Chicago, IL), 24-16 in a league battle.

With the win, Rauner improves its record to 5-1 on the season. The Wildcats host Phoenix Military (Chicago, IL) to play the Firebirds in a Chicago Public - North Central battle on Thursday, October 9. The Firebirds come into the match with a record of 2-4. Phoenix Military lost 16-14 in their recent league match against UIC College Prep (Chicago, IL)

Coming up next, the Pride meet the Schurz Bulldogs (Chicago, IL) in a Chicago Public - North Central match, on Friday, October 10. ITW David Speer Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 2-4 season record. The Bulldogs come into the match with a 3-3 record after their 14-8 league win over Clemente (Chicago, IL).