The Longwood (Chicago, IL) varsity football team is at their home non-conference game vs. Chicago Military Academy (Chicago, IL).
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Illinois High School Football
Who: Longwood (IL) vs. Chicago Military Academy (IL)
When: Saturday, October 26, 2024
Time: In progress
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
How to watch: Fans can subscribe to NFHS Sports Network, a nationwide streaming platform for more than 9,000 high school sports. You can find the list of available schools here.
How much does it cost: An annual subscription cost $79.99, or you can pay monthly for $11.99 per month.
Can you watch it on your phone or TV? NFHS Network is available on smart TVs like Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Google Chromecast, as well as on iOS and Android smart phones.
Top 25 IL High School Football Rankings (MaxPreps)
The state ranking shows East St. Louis leading with an undefeated record and the highest rating at 55.80. Among the top five, three teams (East St. Louis, Lincoln-Way East, and Cary-Grove) hold perfect records, emphasizing their dominance. Chicago Mt. Carmel and Nazareth Academy are highly rated despite a loss or two, which speaks to their strong schedules. Geneva’s and Sycamore’s rankings rose significantly, while Libertyville dropped eight places. Top teams like Oswego, Lyons, and Quincy, who remain undefeated, showcase depth and competitiveness at the state level.
| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East St. Louis | 8-0 | 55.80 | 18.8 | — |
| 2 | Chicago Mt. Carmel (Chicago) | 6-2 | 54.50 | 38.3 | — |
| 3 | Lincoln-Way East (Frankfort) | 7-0 | 50.30 | 13.9 | — |
| 4 | Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park) | 7-1 | 47.90 | 25.5 | — |
| 5 | Cary-Grove (Cary) | 8-0 | 43.40 | 14.2 | — |
| 6 | Loyola Academy (Wilmette) | 6-2 | 41.20 | 27.3 | — |
| 7 | Geneva | 8-0 | 40.60 | 9.2 | +3 |
| 8 | Marist (Chicago) | 7-1 | 40.10 | 24.0 | — |
| 9 | Lyons (LaGrange) | 8-0 | 40.10 | 14.9 | — |
| 10 | Oswego | 8-0 | 39.60 | -2.2 | +1 |
| 11 | Batavia | 7-1 | 39.10 | 19.2 | +1 |
| 12 | Fenwick (Oak Park) | 6-2 | 38.90 | 23.8 | -5 |
| 13 | St. Rita (Chicago) | 6-2 | 37.40 | 22.2 | +1 |
| 14 | Joliet Catholic (Joliet) | 5-3 | 37.10 | 31.0 | +2 |
| 15 | Brother Rice (Chicago) | 5-3 | 36.30 | 24.4 | +3 |
| 16 | Edwardsville | 6-2 | 36.10 | 17.4 | +1 |
| 17 | Naperville Central (Naperville) | 8-0 | 36.00 | 12.9 | +3 |
| 18 | Downers Grove North (Downers Grove) | 7-1 | 34.70 | 6.6 | -3 |
| 19 | St. Charles North (St. Charles) | 7-1 | 33.80 | 17.3 | +2 |
| 20 | Fremd (Palatine) | 7-1 | 33.60 | 7.2 | +2 |
| 21 | Libertyville | 7-1 | 32.80 | 7.5 | -8 |
| 22 | Sycamore | 8-0 | 32.30 | 6.4 | +7 |
| 23 | Barrington | 7-1 | 32.10 | 10.1 | +1 |
| 24 | Palatine | 7-1 | 31.80 | 10.5 | -1 |
| 25 | Quincy | 8-0 | 31.10 | -4.1 | +1 |
Top 25 High School Football Rankings (MaxPreps)
The high school football national rankings showcase teams from various states, with California having the most schools in the top 25, including Mater Dei and St. John Bosco, ranked at the top. Georgia and Texas also have strong representations, with teams like Milton, Duncanville, and North Shore demonstrating unbeaten records. Powerhouses like IMG Academy and Bishop Gorman, known for their rigorous football programs, highlight the competitive nature of Florida and Nevada schools. This ranking underscores the distribution of football talent across the country, with schools in multiple states remaining undefeated deep into the season.
| # | School | State | Ovr. | +/– |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 7-0 | — |
| 2 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 3 | Milton | GA | 8-0 | — |
| 4 | Duncanville | TX | 6-0 | — |
| 5 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 7-1 | — |
| 6 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 5-1 | — |
| 7 | Carrollton | GA | 9-0 | — |
| 8 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 7-0 | — |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 10 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 7-0 | — |
| 11 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 8-0 | — |
| 12 | Buford | GA | 7-1 | — |
| 13 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 8-0 | — |
| 14 | Lakeland | FL | 6-0 | — |
| 15 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 6-2 | — |
| 16 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 7-0 | — |
| 17 | Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) | FL | 7-2 | — |
| 18 | Venice | FL | 7-1 | — |
| 19 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 9-1 | — |
| 20 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 6-1 | — |
| 21 | St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale) | FL | 7-2 | — |
| 22 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 7-0 | — |
| 23 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 6-2 | — |
| 24 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 6-1 | — |
| 25 | DeSoto | TX | 5-2 | — |
