Football Game Preview: Richards on Home-Turf

By Team Reports Sep 3, 2024, 3:30am

Football Preview: Richards Bulldogs vs. Libertyville Wildcats

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The Richards Bulldogs will be defending their home-field for the first timethey go up against the Libertyville Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Richards is coming home in high spirits after they had to open their season on the road against Crete-Monee. Richards pulled ahead with a 27-26 photo finish over Crete-Monee on Friday.

Meanwhile, Libertyville took care of business in their home opener on Friday (and then some). They took their match at home with ease, bagging a 43-0 victory over Lemont.

Libertyville's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Quinn Schambow led the charge by throwing for 298 yards and five touchdowns while completing 73.3% of his passes. Blaise LaVista was Schambow's top target, picking up 112 receiving yards and four touchdowns.

Richards might still be hurting after the 34-14 loss they got from Libertyville when the teams last played back in September of 2023. Will Richards have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.

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