There are few things that match the thrill of a close, intense high school football game.
Good news though, as those thrills will be returning soon when the IHSA football season gets underway in just over a month. This year’s slate for teams in Peoria and the Bloomington/Normal areas will finish with a flourish since many of the most competitive matchups, whether it’s for conference titles, a playoff spot, or pride, occur in the latter half of the year.
Below, we take a look at what 10 of the most important games of the season are and why.
Check out full schedules for every team and every school in the Peoria and Bloomington/Normal area here on CSM Overtime.