Hillcrest lost against Montini Catholic back in September of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Hawks lost 35-12 to the Broncos. While losing is never fun, the Hawks can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 148th, while the Broncos are ranked 17th).
Despite the loss, Hillcrest still got an impressive performance from Micah Robinson, who rushed for 35 yards and one score, and also threw for 60 yards and one touchdown.
Hillcrest didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Jamari Thomas and Jaydan Simmons.
Hillcrest's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Montini Catholic, the win was the 12th in a row (dating back to last season) for them, bringing their record up to 2-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hillcrest will take on Thornton Fractional North at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The matchup will give the Hawks their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Montini Catholic, they will challenge Marist at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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