Week 9 is upon us. 6 West Suburban Conference Schools have already clinched playoff births - Downers South as the Gold Representative, Addison Trail (6-2), Willowbrook (6-2), York (7-1), Glenbard West (6-2) and Downers North (6-2). Realistically, there is only 1 more team who will likely be playing a 10th game - Lyons (5-3). With 5 wins, they would probably be in, but will improve their seed with a 6th win this week versus Proviso East. Hinsdale South has a very outside chance, as they currently sit at 3-5 and 39 playoff points. They are in position to move to 4-5, and could earn as many as 6 more points, but I don't think that will be enough.
The game of the week in Week 9 is the battle for the Ole Oaken Bucket between Hinsdale Central and Downers North. This hasn't been quite the season the Red Devils needed with their young team, but to close out on a win would be somewhat fulfilling. At 3-5, they only have 36 playoff points. The loss to 3-5 Bolingbrook in week 2 is looking worse and worse, as they take on Lincoln Way East this week, and will likely not make the playoffs.
In our game, it is close at the top of the standing. Realistically, @Fishwater41 will have to take a flyer and go against a game @brucealmighy picks in order to tie for the regular season championship. I only see one game that is even a remote possibility in, but won't try to influnence anyone's picks.
Good Luck everyone! Here's to praying for a healthy and safe week 9 for all players.
The game of the week in Week 9 is the battle for the Ole Oaken Bucket between Hinsdale Central and Downers North. This hasn't been quite the season the Red Devils needed with their young team, but to close out on a win would be somewhat fulfilling. At 3-5, they only have 36 playoff points. The loss to 3-5 Bolingbrook in week 2 is looking worse and worse, as they take on Lincoln Way East this week, and will likely not make the playoffs.
In our game, it is close at the top of the standing. Realistically, @Fishwater41 will have to take a flyer and go against a game @brucealmighy picks in order to tie for the regular season championship. I only see one game that is even a remote possibility in, but won't try to influnence anyone's picks.
Good Luck everyone! Here's to praying for a healthy and safe week 9 for all players.
Wk 9 October 20 |
Addison Trail (6-2) @ Downers Grove South (5-3) |
Morton (1-7) @ Hinsdale South (3-5) |
Leyden (2-6) @ Willowbrook (6-2) |
Lyons Township (5-3) @ Proviso East (1-7) |
Hinsdale Central (3-5) @ Downers Grove North (6-2) |
Proviso West (0-8) @ York (7-1) |
Glenbard West (6-2) @ Oak Park-River Forest (1-7) |