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Friday Night Drive

Shaw Local News Network
Illinois High School Football
East St. Louis
Glenbard West
Mount Carmel High School
Loyola
Glenbard West High School
Duquesne Conference
Batavia High School
Batavia
Geneva High School
St. Charles North High School
Wheaton North High School
South Elgin High School
Warren
Loyola Academy
St. Rita High School
Chicago Public League
Brother Rice High School
Marist High School
Kankakee

We have a simple mission at Friday Night Drive: produce in-depth quality high school football coverage for Illinois high school football fans. It’s our goal every day with our award-winning writers and editors to give our listeners high quality coverage of the teams, players and issues they care about in high school football.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/frid... more

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Latest Episodes

Of the 16 Bureau County area schools to respond about the IHSA's Proposal 19 calling for football playoffs expansion, six said they are voting in favor of it, while nine voted against it, with one school voting “no opinion.”

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Meet the 2025 Northwest Herald All-Area football team.

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Richmond-Burton's Mike Noll won his 300th game and led the Rockets to within one win of a state championship game berth. Noll is the 2025 Northwest Herald Football Coach of the Year.

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A Day 1 varsity starter as a running back his freshman year, Prairie Ridge senior Luke Vanderwiel developed into an all-state quarterback. He is the 2025 Northwest Herald Football Player of the Year after leading the Wolves to an undefeated regular s... more

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Recent Guests

Marli Smrz
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Episode: Willowbrook senior Marli Smrz is the Suburban Life Girls Flag Football Player of the Year
Aubrina Adamik
Senior football player at Huntley High School and Akron softball recruit.
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Cole Fager
Two-way standout at Palatine
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Corey Olson
Palatine coach
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Episode: Jonas Williams throws 4 TDs, leads Lincoln-Way East past Palatine in Class 8A second-round game
Mike Vaughn
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Episode: BCR Pigskin Prognosticators for Week 5, 2025
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Episode: IHSA football: Week 5 preview, west and south edition
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Episode: Week 3 preview: West and South edition

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Friday Night Drive Team
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Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Awesome

    Had to leave the state for a year due to a sickness. This podcast kept me up on all of the football news. Great and fun to listen to.

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    detrek83
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners enjoy the engaging and comprehensive coverage of high school football.
The podcast is appreciated for its detailed analyses and exciting recaps of games.
Fans find it a great way to stay connected with local high school football events.

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2025 Northwest Herald Football Coach of the Year: Richmond-Burton’s Mike Noll
Q: How satisfied were you with this season?
We were pretty happy with our performance, especially after recent seasons.
2025 Northwest Herald Football Coach of the Year: Richmond-Burton’s Mike Noll
Q: What's the biggest difference between players today and when you first started coaching?
The game and equipment are better, but kids still desire discipline and guidance from their coaches.
2025 Northwest Herald Football Coach of the Year: Richmond-Burton’s Mike Noll
Q: Were there any players who surprised you this season?
Yes, some linemen really stepped up, particularly Calvin Workmeister and Joe Sulek.
2025 Northwest Herald Football Player of the Year: Prairie Ridge’s Luke Vanderwiel
Q: What was your favorite game this season?
Vanderwiel mentioned several games, highlighting a win against their rivals Kerry Grove, a significant victory against Burlington Central, and a comeback win against Huntley, showcasing his passion for playing under intense conditions.
2025 Northwest Herald Football Player of the Year: Prairie Ridge’s Luke Vanderwiel
Q: In the days following, how did you process the loss to St. Francis, which eliminated your team for the second straight year?
Vanderwiel acknowledged the loss was tough but expressed gratitude for being part of a team that consistently makes the playoffs each year.

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This podcast provides extensive coverage of high school football in Illinois, delivering in-depth analyses, game recaps, and insights into significant matchups and player performances. The content is characterized by thorough recaps of playoff games, focus on standout players, and commentary on coaching strategies, helping to immerse listeners in the high school football experience. With a dedicated approach to highlighting thrilling moments and crucial plays within each game, it stands out as a go-to source for passionate football fans seeking to stay connected with their local teams and developments in the sport.

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3. Mazen Schweizer
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5. Cole Fager
6. Corey Olson
7. Mike Vaughn
8. Rob Osterle

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