Proviso East extended their losing streak to six on Friday, dropping them down to 1-7. They were outmatched by the Willowbrook Warriors and fell 49-13. The Pirates were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 49-0.
Proviso East's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Jalen Burge, who gained 88 total yards, and Zion Gay, who rushed for 33 yards and one TD.
As for Willowbrook, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 5-3. The result was nothing new for the Warriors, who have now won five games by 31 points or more so far this season.
Willowbrook can attribute much of their success to Anthony Leo, who rushed for 57 yards and one score on only eight carries.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Proviso East will square off against Downers Grove North at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Trojans' defense has only allowed 14.5 points per game this season, so the Pirates' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Willowbrook, they will challenge Addison Trail at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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