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2025 IHSA playoff outlook for Week 9 : What do Suburban Life-area teams need to do to make the field of 256?

There is only one week left to earn a spot in the postseason, and plenty of Suburban Life area teams still are battling for a spot. Here are where teams stand heading into Week 9.

By Joshua Welge●

Wyaton Hills recognizes state champion Wyatt Novotny

Wyaton Hills Golf Course held an open house in recognition of Bureau Valley senior Wyatt Novotny, the 2025 IHSA Class 1A state champion, who got his start playing golf at 10 years old at the Princeton course.

By Kevin Hieronymus●

Who’s in? Who’s out? Where Kane County teams stand in the field of 256 heading into the regular season finale

Who's going to the playoffs, and who'll be playing their last week of football? Here is where team's playoff hopes stand heading into the final week of the regular season.

By Joel Boenitz●

Playing to a high standard, Nebraska recruit Trae Taylor elevating Carmel offense

Since the beginning of his sophomore year, Carmel quarterback and Nebraska recruit Trae Taylor has posted over 6,200 total yards while accounting for 63 touchdowns. A highly recruited player from an early age, Taylor is raising the standard for his team and himself.

By Russ Hodges●

2025 IHSA playoff outlook for Week 9: What do Kendall County teams need to do to make the field of 256?

There is only one week left until the postseason, and three Kendall County area teams still are battling for positioning in the field of 256. Here is where teams stand heading into Week 9.

By Joshua Welge●