The Vernon Hills Cougars were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Wednesday as they fell 20-14 to the Glenbrook South Titans.
Although Vernon Hills took the loss, they still got scores from Emma Jocson and Katelyn Griffith.
Vernon Hills didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Keira Thomas and Madison Mays.
Glenbrook South found their leader in freshman Cooper Godbout, who picked up 174 receiving yards and a pair of scores. Godbout was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 54 yards. Another player making a difference was Zoie Kohn, who threw for 112 yards and two touchdowns.
Vernon Hills' defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Glenbrook South, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Vernon Hills will take on rival Niles West at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Glenbrook South is set to challenge their familiar foe Glenbrook North at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
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