Football Recap: Herscher Tigers vs. Bishop McNamara Fightin' Irish
After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Chicago Christian, Herscher was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They came out on top against the Bishop McNamara Fightin' Irish by a score of 20-13. For the Tigers, this counts as revenge for the 14-7 defeat the Fightin' Irish walked away with the last time they faced one another back in September of 2023.
Herscher got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Alek Draper out in front who rushed for 125 yards, and also picked up 60 receiving yards and a touchdown. Draper didn't just play on offense: he also made 15 total tackles and defended a pass. Another player making a difference was Tanner Jones, who rushed for 55 yards and a touchdown.
The win got Herscher back to even at 1-1. As for Bishop McNamara, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 1-1.
Herscher will challenge Manteno at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Herscher is out to stop a six-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season. As for Bishop McNamara, they will take on Marian Central Catholic at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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