CHICAGO – The 2024 Illinois High School Football season wrapped up with an exhilarating finish, crowning state champions across eight classes. The **Flyers** took home their third Illinois High School Association Class 6A state championship in five years with a decisive 48-28 victory over **Geneva**. Quarterback Kendrick Lyons showcased his talent by throwing for 225 yards and two touchdowns, both caught by **Ronnie GoMiller**, who finished with 128 receiving yards. In addition, **Larevious Woods** contributed 113 rushing yards and scored three times. The Flyers ended their season with a strong record of 12-1.
Meanwhile, **Loyola Academy** continued its dominance in the Class 8A division, capturing their third consecutive state championship by defeating **York Community** 35-14. The team, which started with a rough start to the season, bounced back to achieve an impressive winning streak of 11 games. Key players Ryan Fitzgerald and Drew McPherson contributed significantly with a combined 310 rushing yards and five touchdowns.
The **Caravan** had a spectacular finish to their season, claiming the Class 7A title after dazzling **Batavia** with a 55-34 scoreline. Jack Elliott was a standout performer, racking up 301 passing yards and seven touchdowns—six of which were passing. With a record of 11-3, Mount Carmel’s five-game winning streak capped off a stellar season.
Though **Lincoln-Way East** faced disappointment in the semifinals, they made their mark by limiting their opponents to low scores. The **Roadrunners** of Nazareth Academy secured their third straight Class 5A championship by narrowly defeating **Joliet Catholic** 29-27. Quarterback Logan Malachuk led the offense, accumulating 336 passing yards along with four touchdowns.
While some teams faced challenges, others managed to shine in impressive ways, with **Batavia** finishing their season at 12-2 despite their championship loss. Players like quarterback Michael Vander put on a show with 390 passing yards in the final game. Ultimately, this season showcased the rich talent and competitive spirit of high school football in Illinois.
