The north would have R-B, JCA, Wheaton Academy and SF. I would say that it was just as loaded. 4A in general is is really tough this year.
Early prediction
SHG does stay in 4A. Right now, the low cutoff for 4A is 563. SHG is at 607. If the games would go as expected, Morris would beat Rochester in the quarterfinals by a small margin. However the computer does not take into account the game would be AT Rochester.
Cannot definitively answer your questions.
It may behoove us to check and see if the Chicago teachers contract is being contested. 2019 is a perfect example of adults being a poor example to the children.
Providence will have something to say about this.
After seeing Providence take JCA to the wall and Richmond-Burton spank Morris, the northern bracket in 4A will be a real free for all from the quarterfinals if not sooner.
The IHSA's Conference Schedules, Standings & Results and Football Playoff Outlook pages have them at 4-3, but they will be hard-pressed to get 5 wins. This week (8) they have Rock Island (4-3) on the road and finish up with Moline (6-1) at home. Even though it's on the road, Rock Island appears to be their better chance of getting a win. At 4-5, they probably fall short on playoff points even if some 4-5 record teams are selected.
While I agree they have a tough schedule, it’s not a 7a/8a schedule. They play 2 3a, 2 4a, 1 5a, 2 7a and 1 8a team.
And Rochester in the South Bracket. I'm sure Derek would say: "Why not us against Morris, and against RB, St. Francis, or JCA?"
'Tis a very good question. In case you haven't noticed (I'm quite sure you have), many of our Northern friends on the board tend to be rather dismissive of the CS8 - despite 14 State titles and half a dozen other title game appearances since 2001. I doubt that any other l eague besides the CCL (and East St. Louis all by itself) can make that claim.
Huh? ESL has 4 title game appearances with 3 titles since 2001. Not exactly 14 titles and a half dozen other appearances.
Actually, many in northern Illinois are dismissive of just about EVERYTHING south of I-80. You must realize however, that the overwhelming number of posters on this site are fans of teams from the northern part of the state. Their posts reflect that. I suspect that a lot of them are ambivalent toward the CS8, rather than outright dismissive.
My bad. Geneseo IS 4-3. I knew this but somehow ended up transposing the numbers.
Thought it was more than that. Seems like they are always there. I remember when a bunch of our folks ran into a bunch of theirs at a McDonald's on the way back from one title game (maybe 2008). From the shouting I think the Mickey Ds manager thought it was a riot. Just a bunch of hyped up fans shouting congratulations back and forth.
I think it's more accurate to say that most people on this board are dismissive of everything outside their immediate experience. The CCL guys talk CCL, the wester suburb guys talk west, south talks south and north talks north. Most of us don't have time to follow every team every where unless they are powerhouse schools.
They have an enrollment of 886. I would say they go 5A. SHG going 3A appears less likely as we approach the conclusion of the regular season. I may be mistaken, but I just don't see a big push downwards from the higher classes happening which would shove Highland into 4A and SHG into 3A.
Calpreps says Highland is a 4+ point favorite over all teams I mentioned outside of SHG. I’m not saying they are favorites, but they certainly belong in the discussion
All.... That is correct. Many years ago I talked with one of CP's administrators. After week six is when they felt refinements and enough data collecting gives a tight projection. But of course I have mentioned for many years computer generated programs don't play football young kids do. LETS GO CYCLONES. P.S. Another trip to Morris? Like last time a stop at that Reds*** church where their fans all meet in full "traditional" garb. Then it's off to the little park across the street from the stadium where it's tailgate city. We will see. Ratsy
Highland will be similar to Mascoutah in 19 I believe. I wouldn't be wise to underestimate them. Seeing Rochester and Highland play, I would definitely give the nod to highland this year.
If the north includes RB, St Francis, JC, PC, and possibly Morris that is 5 legitimate contenders and I give RB the edge. Francis, JC, and PC grouped tightly behind them and Morris maybe a more distant fifth.
Woulda been a great year to bring back 1-32
I echo this as long as SHG is 4A. I see a lot of crystal ball types have them dropping down, which would be a shame IMHO. There are some really great 3A teams but SHG as 4A favorites would probably be too tall a task for anyone in 3A
When did Rochester first give up football? I'd be curious to know
Around 1940, maybe earlier. I'm not fully aware. My dad told me the story but I don"t remember the year
As a Morris parent, there is no year I have wanted to be in 5A more than this year. If we end up South, I think we can make the semis depending on how it shakes out. As someone who has watched RB dominate us, I want no part of them if I’m a public or Catholic. They are the best coached team in the state outside of Rochester.
I'm anxious to see what St. Francis does in their next two games against Riverside Brookfield and IC. JCA is still JCA. Providence could make some noise in their bracket. However, from what I have seen thus far, I agree that Richmond Burton (RB) is the best in 4A. Morris losing as they did to RB deserves any doubts people may have about them coming out of the north bracket.
