By Carbondale Reporter |
Aug 29, 2024
High school football in Illinois returns tomorrow, marking the continuation of a long-standing tradition that dates back to the 1880s. Some of the state's most historic programs began before 1900, including Oak Park, East Aurora, Freeport, Woodstock, Joliet, West Aurora, Pontiac, Pittsfield, and East St. Louis. The sport has seen many legends such as Red Grange, Otto Graham, Dick Butkus, Ray Nitschke, and Kellen Winslow.