The Romeoville Spartans will take on the Joliet Central Steelmen at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Romeoville is no doubt hoping to put an end to an eight-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Romeoville's offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Joliet West on Friday. They took a blow against the Tigers, falling 50-0. Having soared to a lofty 31 points in the game before, the Spartans' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Meanwhile, Joliet Central had to endure a 15-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past Plainfield Central 37-17 on Friday. The Steelmen's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Christian Smith was his usual excellent self, rushing for 107 yards and three touchdowns.
Romeoville's defeat dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Joliet Central, their victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-6.
Everything came up roses for Romeoville against Joliet Central in their previous meeting back in October of 2023, as the squad secured a 46-14 win. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Joliet Central's Jay'Lin Murphy, who rushed for 175 yards. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for Romeoville to walk away with another win? There's only one way to find out.
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