The Niles North Vikings and the Maine West Warriors are set to duel on Friday. Niles North is no doubt hoping to put an end to an eight-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Niles North will bounce into Friday's matchup after beating Vernon Hills, who they had gone 0-4 against in their four prior meetings. Niles North came out on top against Vernon Hills by a score of 24-14 on Friday. The Vikings' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Maine West came tearing into Friday's game with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 28.7 points) and they left with even more momentum. They walked away with a 21-14 victory over the Wolves.
Niles North's win bumped their record up to 2-6. As for Maine West, their victory bumped their record up to 7-1.
Niles North was dealt a bruising 28-0 defeat at the hands of Maine West in their previous meeting back in October of 2023. Can Niles North avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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