Stevenson couldn't quite beat Waukegan on Saturday, but the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 24-point defeat they were dealt on Saturday. The Stevenson Patriots fell just short of the Waukegan Bulldogs by a score of 18-16. The loss was a bit of a surprise, as the Patriots came into the match with a sizable advantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 39th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 132nd).
Stevenson's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kate Baird, who threw for 189 yards and two touchdowns.
Stevenson's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Natalia Popiwniak and Elle Alder.
Stevenson is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 9-8. As for Waukegan, the victory snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-12 record.
Stevenson will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Lakes at 7:00 p.m. As for Waukegan, they will head out to face off against North Chicago at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. North Chicago's defense has only allowed 16 points per game this season, so Waukegan's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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