Aurora Beacon-News Sports – Page 33 – Local Business Headlines

Rick Armstrong’s 5 high school football games to watch in Aurora-Elgin and first-round playoff predictions

West Aurora, Oswego, Jacobs, Batavia and St. Charles North are picks to click for the first round of the playoffs.

Danny Perez picks up goal and assist as Elgin cruises to 6-0 win over Rockford East in Class 3A sectional semifinal.

High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County.

First-round pairings for the IHSA state football playoffs, which begin this weekend at a high school near you.

After waiting on surgery, senior safety Josh Kahley comes back and piles up the tackles again for Batavia.

Caleb Kelly comes through when Vikings need it most for 4-3 win in Class 3A St. Charles North Sectional semifinals.

Luis Garcia made eight saves as the Blackhawks became the first Illinois team this season to shut out the Huskies.

Oswego rides high into playoffs after perfect regular season, while West Aurora and Burlington Central earn next test.

St. Charles North moves up behind Oswego in top spot, while Waubonsie Valley joins rankings.

First-round football pairings by Illinois High School Association for Southland and Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County.