Football Preview: Monticello Sages vs. Illinois Valley Central Grey Ghosts
The Monticello Sages are taking a road trip to take on the Illinois Valley Central Grey Ghosts at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Monticello is leaving town to face Illinois Valley Central after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. Monticello took a 40-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of St. Joseph-Ogden on Saturday. The defeat continues a trend for the Sages in their matchups with the Spartans: they've now lost three in a row.
Meanwhile, Illinois Valley Central had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were dealt a 40-7 loss at the hands of Paxton-Buckley-Loda. The Grey Ghosts were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 27-0.
Everything came up roses for Monticello against Illinois Valley Central in their previous meeting back in September of 2023 as the squad secured a 52-13 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for Monticello since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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