South Elgin couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Barrington Fillies/Broncos at home and fell 64-21. While losing is never fun, the Storm can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 117th, while the Fillies/Broncos are ranked 23rd).
Barrington had a senior duo take command as Nick Peipert threw for 240 yards and four touchdowns while completing 100% of his passes and Calvin Jackson rushed for 65 yards and three touchdowns on only eight carries. Another player making a difference was Ian Tepas, who picked up 69 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. South Elgin will square off against Batavia at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. South Elgin is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Barrington, they will take on Hersey at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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