FootballFrom a Coach’s Son to a State Legend: The Making of Rochester’s Derek LeonardWith nine state titles, a record-breaking offense and roots in one of Illinois’ greatest coaching families, Derek Leonard’s journey is a story of legacy, leadership and lasting impact.By Alejandro Danois
FootballHigh School On SI Power 25 National Football Rankings – Dec. 7, 2025No. 2 Buford, No. 3 Carrollton advance to Georgia 6A state final in what could be a national championship showdownBy René Ferrán
FootballGatorade Illinois Football Player Of The Year Award To Jonas WilliamsLincoln-Way East quarterback, future USC Trojan claims state’s honorBy Dana Becker
FootballMount Carmel Complete Four-Peat Behind Former College Football StarJordan Lynch leads Illinois school to fourth straight state title, 17th overallBy Dana Becker
FootballSweet Home Chicago: Brother Rice, Mt. Carmel win Illinois high school football state titles: Live score recapBrother Rice wins first crown since1981; Mt. Carmel makes it 4 titles in a row, 1st in 8ABy Cody Thorn
FootballHow to Watch the Illinois 7A and 8A Football State Championship GamesIt's been a wild week in Illinois as snowy winter weather forced the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) football state champions to shuffle through a weekeBy Gary Adornato
FootballIllinois High School Football Championships: Four Claim State TitlesMontini, Byron, Wilmington, Lena-Winslow win early Illinois state football titlesBy Dana Becker
FootballVeteran Illinois High School Football Coach RetiringTim Heinz stepping down after 21 years on the sidelinesBy Dana Becker