Herscher was the 20-13 winner over Bishop McNamara when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Tigers lost to the Fightin' Irish at home by a 45-28 margin on Friday.
Several Tigers players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Alek Draper, who rushed for 110 yards and one score. Mason Roberts also helped with two touchdowns in total.

Gavin Hull
09/05/25 vs Bishop McNamara | 9 |
08/29/25 @ Canton | 17 |
10/25/24 @ Peotone | 8 |
10/18/24 @ Coal City | 8 |
10/11/24 vs Lisle | 7 |
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Even if they lost, Herscher's defensive line still kept up the pressure with eight sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Jaxon Sukley and Gavin Hull, who racked up five sacks between them. Hull has been hot for a while, having also posted seven or more total tackles the last 11 times he's played.
Herscher's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Bishop McNamara, their victory bumped their record up to 2-0.
Herscher and Bishop McNamara will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Tigers will take on rival Manteno at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Bishop McNamara is set to face off against their familiar foe Christ the King at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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