Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Niles West). They blew past the Vernon Hills Cougars 45-7 on the road on Friday. With the Wolves ahead 24-0 at the half, the contest was all but over already.
When it comes to explaining why Vernon Hills lost, don't look at Giuseppe Urso. Despite the final result, he rushed for 91 yards and a touchdown. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 69 yards.
Niles West pushed their record up to 4-2 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. As for Vernon Hills, their loss dropped their record down to 1-5.
Niles West will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Highland Park at 7:00 p.m. Niles West is facing Highland Park at the right time seeing as Highland Park is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Vernon Hills, they are taking a road trip to square off against Maine West at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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