Best Shaw Local News Network Podcasts (2025)

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A black belt in taekwondo, Providence’s Bryce Tencza leads dominant offensive front 6:37

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Providence senior and Lafayette recruit Bryce Tencza has spearheaded the charge for a Celtic rushing attack that has the team rolling into the second round of the IHSA playoffs. A 3rd degree black belt in taekwondo, Tencza was named a CCL/ESCC Orange Lineman of the Year. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-ni…

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 8A second-round analysis 4:07

18h ago4:07

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The three-time defending Class 8A State Champions from Loyola were eliminated in Round 1. Who will bring home the big hardware in their place? Steve Soucie breaks down the second round of the 2025 IHSA Class 8A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 7A second-round analysis 4:21

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Most of the high seeds advanced in the opening round which creates a number of very intriguing second round matchups. Steve Soucie breaks down the second round of the 2025 IHSA Class 7A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 6A second-round analysis 4:21

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Higher seeds were largely undeterred in the opening round of the 6A playoffs, but considerably bigger threats come from the under seeds in Round 2. Steve Soucie breaks down the second round of the 2025 IHSA Class 6A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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2025 IHSA football playoff pairings: Second-round information for CCL/ESCC teams 10:39

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A total of 12 CCL/ESCC football teams advanced to the second round of the 2025 IHSA state playoffs. Among the teams still in the hunt for state titles are defending champions Mount Carmel, Nazareth and Montini. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 5A second-round analysis 4:10

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A clear favorite in the Class 5A draw still hasn't emerged. Will Round 2 provide some clarity on that topic? Steve Soucie breaks down the second round of the 2025 IHSA Class 5A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Taking a look at the IHSA Football second-round football matchups in the Kane County Chronicle area 13:27

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A look at the football games around the Kane County Chronicle area heading into the second round of the IHSA playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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McHenry County Round 2 IHSA football previews 9:43

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Five Northwest Herald teams – Burlington Central, Cary-Grove, Jacobs, Prairie Ridge and Richmond-Burton – remain in the IHSA state playoffs. Here is a preview of each team's second-round game. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Football Playoffs Round 2 : Sauk Valley Previews 7:44

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Dixon hosts Coal City on Friday in a rematch of last year's state quarterfinal. Newman is at 10-0 El Paso-Gridley on Saturday, Milledgeville and Polo host, while Amboy and West Carroll hit the road in Round 2 of the playoffs for Sauk Valley teams. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/suppo…

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DuPage and suburban Cook County Round 2 IHSA playoff second-round football previews 15:05

6h ago15:05

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Here are previews and picks for IHSA second-round playoff games for teams from the Suburban Life coverage area. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Kendall County Round 2 IHSA playoff second-round football previews 2:11

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Here are previews and picks for second-round matchups for Kendall County football teams. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Friday Night Drive Team of the Week MVP: Clifton Central senior QB Brady Shule 3:58

6h ago3:58

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Meet the Friday Night Drive MVP for Week 1 of the 2025 Playoffs, Clifton Central senior QB Brady Shule. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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The Times second-round IHSA playoff preview: Seneca, Dwight both hosting perennial powers in Week 11 5:39

16h ago5:39

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Here is a look at the second-round playoff matchups awaiting Seneca, Morris and Dwight this weekend. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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The Herald-News IHSA football preview for the second round of the 2025 playoffs 13:05

16h ago13:05

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The Herald-News prep football preview for Week 11 of the 2025 season, featuring key showdowns across the greater Will and Grundy county area as the IHSA playoffs begin. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Suburban Life football notebook: Caden Chiarelli follows in family footsteps as Downers North two-way standout 5:39

22h ago5:39

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Caden Chiarelli, a senior wide receiver and safety, is an integral player for Downers Grove North. But Chiarelli said he’s happy to follow in the long line of family members to make a name in football. That plus notes on Lyons and St. Francis in Bob Narang's football notes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday…

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 4A second-round analysis 4:25

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The Class 4A field was chock full of perennial powers on pairings night and most of them are still there as we head into Round 2. Steve Soucie breaks down the second round of the 2025 IHSA Class 4A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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CCL/ESCC Week 10 Notebook: Nazareth has it rolling in all phases, Carmel wins shootout over Normal 8:01

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Nazareth cruised over Hononegah, Carmel took a shootout against Normal and St. Patrick knocked out previously unbeaten Wauconda during the first round of the IHSA state football playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Kane County Notes: Seven teams enter the playoffs, all seven survive to Round 2 7:19

19h ago7:19

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Seven Kane County Chronicle football teams started their playoff runs last week. One week later, they're all still in. Plus, notes on St. Charles North wide receiver Braden Harm's scoring streak and Nick Jansey's touchdown with family ties in the Week 10 football notebook. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-…

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Podcast: IHSA football playoff Round 2 preview: Big marquee matchups! 30:09

20h ago30:09

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Join hosts Steve Soucie and Josh Welge as they preview Round 2 in the Illinois high school football playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 3A second-round analysis 4:34

21h ago4:34

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The powerhouses will look to keep rolling through the bracket as big-time matchups loom. Steve Soucie breaks down the second round of the 2025 IHSA Class 3A Playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Podcast: IHSA football playoffs Round 2 preview, West and South edition 42:04

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Join hosts J.T. Pedelty, Sam Ramirez and Eddie Carifio as they preview Round 2 of the Illinois high school football playoffs in the western and southern portions of northern Illinois. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 2A second-round analysis 4:49

1d ago4:49

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The Class 2A field remains chock full of quality teams and the group has a collective record of 147-13 as we move into Round 2. Steve Soucie breaks down the second round of the 2025 IHSA Class 2A playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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Podcast: IHSA football playoffs, Round 2 preview in Kankakee County 30:16

1d ago30:16

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Join hosts Mason Schweizer and Steve Soucie as they break down Round 2 of the Illinois high school football playoffs in Kankakee County. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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DeKalb County IHSA second-round football previews 2:13

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Kaneland and Belvidere North meet Friday in a Class 5A second-round game. It's a rematch of a 6A first-round contest from last year, a win for the Blue Thunder. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 1A second-round analysis 4:16

1d ago4:16

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The Northwest Upstate Illini Conference and the Western Illinois Valley Conference are already stealing the headlines in the Class 1A postseason. Steve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2025 IHSA Class 1A playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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Daily Journal IHSA/I8FA football previews for the second round of the 2025 playoffs 9:03

1d ago9:03

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Kankakee, Bradley-Bourbonnais and Bishop McNamara all clash with CCL/ESCC powers, Wilmington and Coal City face familiar postseason faces and more in the Daily Journal's second-round playoff previews. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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DeKalb’s Cole Latimer commits to NIU for baseball, football 2:55

1d ago2:55

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"I know having a social life is pretty much out the window." DeKalb baseball and football standout Cole Latimer committed to play both sports at NIU on Monday and said he is ready for the challenge of playing both at the NCAA Division I level. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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Roxana IHSA proposal releases mock-ups for 5A-6A schools 2:07

1d ago2:07

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A Roxana High School proposal that would expand the playoffs and provide a regional schedule model has released regional mockups for Class 5A and Class 6A. See the proposed regions here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Breckin Campbell’s earlier-than-expected return sparks Richmond-Burton 4:00

2d ago4:00

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Richmond-Burton junior defensive end Breckin Campbell had ACL surgery on his right knee in May. He returned to the football field in Week 6, and his early return has sparked the Rockets. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Podcast: IHSA football playoffs Round 2 western suburbs preview 30:35

2d ago30:35

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Join hosts Joel Boenitz and Josh Welge as they preview the second round of the Illinois high school football playoffs in the western suburbs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Kendall County football notebook: Cam Loghmani’s flair for the big play continues for Oswego in playoffs 5:40

2d ago5:40

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Oswego junior linebacker Cam Loghmani has had a flair for the big play ever since the first play of the first game of the season – and that continued in his team's first-round win last Friday. That, plus getting to know Oswego's next opponent and more in Kendall football notes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fr…

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Friday Night Drive’s Team of the Week for Round 1 of the 2025 IHSA playoffs 4:25

2d ago4:25

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Congratulations to these 22 Illinois high school football players who were voted onto Friday Night Drive's Team of the Week for Round 1 of the 2025 high school football playoffs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Daily Journal 2-Minute Drill: City schools make history 4:26

2d ago4:26

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The All-City schools made local history, Clifton Central's Brady Shule made school history and more in this week's Daily Journal 2-Minute Drill. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Sauk Valley Round 1 Playoff Football Recap 7:29

2d ago7:29

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Dixon was dominant in 4A, and Newman rolled in 2A to open the playoffs. Amboy, Milledgeville, Polo and West Carroll also advanced in the 8-man playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Friday Night Drive Power Rankings: Ranked teams largely roll in opening round 1:13

2d ago1:13

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Ranked teams did what they should do largely rolling to easy first round victories in the state playoffs. Check out the new rankings here: Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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CCL/ESCC Week 10 Notebook: Brother Rice, St. Rita among first-round playoff winners 5:54

2d ago5:54

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C.J. Gray led Brother Rice over Jefferson, Zach Washington's kick return sparked St. Francis against Morgan Park and Israel Abrams tossed four TD passes to help Montini remain undefeated. Fenwick, St. Rita, Providence and IC Catholic Prep added first-round playoff wins. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-nig…

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As season ends, Minooka appreciates adversity it overcame to reach six wins: The Herald-News football notebook 5:57

3d ago5:57

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Jonas Williams returns for Lincoln-Way East, plus notes on Bolingbrook, Minooka and Wilmington in the Herald-News Football notebook. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Podcast: IHSA football playoff Round 1 review: About that fifth down... 36:00

3d ago36:00

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Matt Rodewald, Steve Soucie, and John Sahly break down what happened with a fifth down in the PORTA vs. Fairfield first-round playoff game, and review what else happened in Round 1 in the IHSA football playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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Casey Etheridge makes last stand for Princeton: BCR/NewsTribune Playoffs notebook 6:35

3d ago6:35

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Princeton coach Ryan Pearson wanted to make sure seniors Casey Etheridge, Gavin Lanham and Ryan Jager all got in the end zone in Saturday's playoff game. BCC star Valshun Powe said it was a "team win." Amboy prepares to hit the road, doesn't care about seeds. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3…

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Jacobs earns playoff win after 3-year drought: McHenry County notebook 8:00

3d ago8:00

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Jacobs won its first playoff game in four years Saturday when the 22nd-seeded Golden Eagles beat No. 11 Addison Trail 36-27 in a Class 7A opener. That, plus news on Burlington Central, Prairie Ridge and Cary-Grove in the Northwest Herald football notebook. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534…

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Seneca’s ‘leadership Wednesdays,’ underdog Dwight at it again: The Times Week 10 Football Notebook 3:56

3d ago3:56

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More from the Times-area’s sidelines from Week 10 (the opening week of the IHSA playoffs) of the football season, including notes on Seneca, Marquette and Dwight's first-round games and second-round matchups. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.…

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Princeton-Bloomington Central Catholic playoff boxscore 5:22

3d ago5:22

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Here's a look at the Princeton-Bloomington Central Catholic first-round playoff boxscores along with a recap of area of playoff scores/pairings Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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What we learned in Week 10: A weekend full of scoring in largely lopsided wins 4:52

3d ago4:52

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If you like points being scored the opening round of the playoffs was definitely worth tuning into. Steve Soucie takes a look at what we learned in Week 10. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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7A playoffs: Lincoln-Way Central takes care of Reavis 49-7 3:05

4d ago3:05

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Lincoln-Way Central displayed all its weapons Friday night in a 49-7 shellacking of Reavis to open its 7A playoff adventure. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network

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Friday Night Drive’s Team of the Week voting is open for Round 1 of the 2025 playoffs 1:05

5d ago1:05

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Each week, we’ll have 22 players – 11 on offense, 11 on defense – to make the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week. Vote for your favorite players for Round 1 of the playoffs! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.By Shaw Local News Network