Photo: Sentinel /Clark Brooks URBANA - St. Joseph-Ogden's Brennan Oleynichak and three teammates stop Pontiac running back Jayden Reed from advancing during the first quarter of their Illini Prairie Conference game. The Spartans scored 14 points in each quarter on their way to a much needed victory to solidify a spot in the 2025 IHSA football postseason. SJO won the home game at Dick Duval Field 56-21. Illini Prairie Conference scores Unity 55, Mt Vernon 37 St Joseph-Ogden 56, Pontiac 21 Central Catholic 41, Prairie Central 0 Illinois Valley Central 30, Rantoul 27 Monticello 14, Paxton-Buckley-Loda 6 Big Twelve Conference scores Normal West 57, Urbana 15 Bloomington 37, Centennial 6 Champaign Central 55, Peoria Manual 16 Peoria Notre Dame 54, Danville 13 Peoria 36, Normal Community 14 Mahomet-Seymour 63, Richwoods 14 Scores from around the state AddisonTrail 35, Willowbrook 0 Alden-Hebron 26, Ashton-Franklin Center 8 Arthur 49, Villa Grov...

Prairie Central dominated Heyworth in straight sets, winning 25-7, 25-23 to close their early-season schedule. FAIRBURY - The Prairie Central volleyball team made a powerful statement in their final non-conference matchup of the season, sweeping Heyworth in straight sets, 25-7, 25-23. The victory on September 29 brings the Hawks' overall record to 12-9 as they head into the heart of their conference schedule. Serving was a key factor in the Hawks' success, with Lydia Kilgus delivering 8 service points and Charlee Popejoy adding 7 service points and an ace. On offense, Miranda Hari led the attack with 10 kills, while Kyah Creek orchestrated the plays with 15 assists. "The girls came out and wanted the win tonight in their homecoming week," said head coach Kirsten Smith . "It was great to see them really come out strong and together, especially that first set." The defensive effort was anchored by Paige Young, who tallied 17...