Flick Fact: Who has drawn the biggest crowd ever at Redbird/CEFCU Arena? This might be the way the future of football is going.. The 11th-seeded Mustangs (6-16) overwhelmed the No. The Friday night lights return statewide on March 19. or anything. Weve made sure as a coaching staff (to prioritize) the most important things we need to have ready to go and our kids need to know.. A 2018 state wrestling runner-up, Cale Horsch of the GCMS-Fisher co-op, saw his sophomore season shortened by a broken hand. Friday Nov 25. The Heart of America Athletic Conference announced its 2022 Heart South Football All-Conference teams and major award winners on Friday afternoon. "The merger is going to make us better and make football better in the state of Illinois.". Ridgeview-Lexington defensive back Logan Friedmansky, left, intercepts an Abingdon-Avon pass that led to a touchdown drive at Colfax, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. The HOIC just decided we were going to make sure our (summer) kids were taken care of and there was no overlap.. Fieldcrest quarterback Cory Land looks for a receiver during the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A semifinal loss to Sterling Newman on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. Its very much needed, he said of the HOIC-CIC union. . Theres been no official word yet on what schools are in each division or if crossover games will occur between divisions. Maroa-Forsyth running back Aiden Riser (33) runs the ball against Downs Tri-Valley on in the Class 2A semifinals. Slight chance of a rain shower. TeamPages: HOIC Football - Home Page TeamPages provides amateur sport teams with free and easy to use team websites to post their schedules, scores, news, photos, videos, and updates. Football. Fisher was unable to field an 11-man varsity team earlier this school year and played a junior varsity-only schedule. Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:15 pm. Colin Likas covers Illinois football and high school sports at The Keep it Clean. All rights reserved. I believe that we will win, chants Tri-Valley students during the fourth quarter of the Class 2A semifinal football game against Maroa-Forsyth in Maroa on Saturday. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. The Heart of Illinois Conference and Central Illinois Conference are joining together for a football-only league, named the Heart of Central Illinois Conference, that begins in 2024. Please subscribe to keep reading. You have permission to edit this article. James Edwards and Carson Rhodes were both named to the first team . You have permission to edit this article. HOIC schools are filled with such athletes. Don't knowingly lie about anyone He can be reached at clikas@news-gazette.com, or on Twitter at @clikasNG. The Bulldogs beat Tri-Valley, 29-22, in the Class 2A championship game in November. It may be a little skinnier playbook, Palmer said. There was a problem saving your notification. "The CIC is a good conference in itself for a long time. Tri-Valley quarterback Andy Knox hands off to Blake Regenold against Maroa-Forsyth last Saturday in Maroa. News-Gazette. "We're excited. Schedules & Scores. Three picks down for the Dallas Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft, two of the three spent continuing to beef up defensive coordinator Dan Quinn's top-five defense (20.1 points per game allowed, fifth . Please subscribe to keep reading. Quarterbacks: Jake Morin (Eureka), Kamren Schumacher (El Paso-Gridley), Running backs: Kaden Farrell (Ridgeview-Lexington), Blake Regenold (Tri-Valley), Dax Gentes (EPG), Wide receivers: Justis Bachman (Eureka), Logan Friedmansky (Ridgeview-Lexington), Grant Fatima (Tri-Valley), Linemen: Ben Jablonski (Eureka), Tyler Atkins (Ridgeview-Lexington), TJ Klein (Tri-Valley), Jacob Bischoff (Tri-Valley), Sawyer Hilt (Ridgeview-Lexington), Linebackers: Tyler Atkins (Ridgeview-Lexington), Blake Regenold (Tri-Valley), Cody Langland (EPG), Rylan Bachman (Eureka), Linemen: Dakota Wiegand (Eureka), Mason Kutemeier (GCMS), Jacob Whitehill (Ridgeview-Lexington), TJ Klein (Tri-Valley), Ethan Conaty (LeRoy), Brennan Thoele (Tri-Valley), Backs: Drew Dingledine (Eureka), Brayden Campbell (Ridgeview-Lexington), Logan Friedmansky (Ridgeview-Lexington), Tyce Albritton (Dee-Mack), Colton Prosser (Tri-Valley), Quarterbacks: Alec Thomas (Ridgeview-Lexington), Braydon Elliott (GCMS), Running backs: Lucas Blumeyer (Dee-Mack), Mason Boles (Eureka), Aiden Sancken (GCMS), Brent Denniston (Dee-Mack), Tight end: Zach Bork (Ridgeview-Lexington), Linemen: Connor Huff (Dee-Mack), Lucas Shaffer (EPG), Ethan Whitman (EPG), Mason Kutemeier (GCMS), Adam Young (LeRoy), Alex Garcia (Tremont), Linebackers: Jacob Bischoff (Tri-Valley), Lucas Blumeyer (Dee-Mack), Connor Mueller (GCMS), Dax Gentes (EPG), Cal Thomas (Ridgeview-Lexington), Linemen: Ethan Whitman (EPG), Seth Barnes (GCMS), Zach Bork (Ridgeview-Lexington), Backs: Hank Harlan (EPG), Austin Wiegand (Eureka), Rylan DeFries (GCMS), Jacob Shoemaker (Heyworth), Linemen: Adam Mallicoat (Dee-Mack), Zech Lapp (Eureka), Drendon Stickling (Tri-Valley), Linebackers: Conner Huff (Dee-Mack), Conlee Landrus (EPG), John McDonald (Eureka), Aiden Sancken (GCMS), Trenton Topolski (Fieldcrest). If you notice an error in the conference standings, please let us know immediately. Low 41F. Beyond just a fall starting time, which was taken away earlier in the COVID-19 pandemic. Two area conferences who have seen their football programs fluctuate in numbers in recent years are coming together. The latest Tweets from HOIC (@HOICathletics). Were kind of entering that (new HOCI) league almost year before some of the smaller (HOI) schools, he said. You have permission to edit this article. Maroa-Forsyths Aiden Riser is tackled by Tri-Valley's defense. Reporter for Lee Enterprises Central Illinois. Tri-Valley won, 36-6. Punter Evan Antonio* (Ridgeview-Lexington). The Nevada boys basketball team had six players receive all-Heart of Iowa Conference recognition after placing second in the conference to Class 2A state qualifier Roland-Story. There was a problem saving your notification. Sports editor for Lee Enterprises Central Illinois. Why these 2 small-school football leagues are merging, the Big 12 and Central State Eight conferences are playing each other, The newly formed merger between the Lincoln Trail and Prairieland conference will debut this upcoming season, with the removal of Decatur St. Teresa and Sullivan heading to the Lincoln Prairie Conference, Big 12, Central State Eight partner for nonconference IHSA football games starting in 2023, Here are the Peoria area's high school football scores, schedules for the 2022 season, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Colin Likas covers Illinois football and high school sports at The The approximate cutoff for enrollment will be in the 290-300 range, with at least eight schools in each division. You have permission to edit this article. Rankings. There was a problem saving your notification. His email is clikas@news-gazette.com, and you can follow him on Twitter (@clikasNG). Official schedules and divisions, which would have a cutoff in the 290-300 student range, still need to be determined. New data released by Ipsos this morning has shown that around 55% of Britons expect the Tories to lose seats on Thursday, with 45% expecting Labour to pick up support. "It's going to help with us with finding games as far as crossover games and stuff like that," said Koeppel. Youre playing teams year after year that are going to create rivalries and great football, in my opinion., More mergers:Big 12, Central State Eight partner for nonconference IHSA football games starting in 2023. "We've been having this conversation for many years trying to figure out our schedule possibilities," said LeRoy principal Jeff Baughman, who is the HOIC president. You can cancel at any time. Tri-Valleys Blake Regenold advances the ball during the third quarter of the Class 2A semifinal football game against Maroa-Forsyth. The Ridgeview-Lexington defensive team prepares to face Abingdon-Avon in first half action at Colfax, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. Before classes have begun. Some clouds. St. Teresa went 14-0 and won the Class 2A state championship last season, beating Tri-Valley, 29-22. Here's a listing of the Heart of Illinois all-conference football team. At a small school, that would really hurt, Allen said. The scheduling issue with 11-man football has been a problem statewide for several years. Higher wind gusts possible. Be Nice. Backs Grant Fatima* (Tri-Valley), Carter Coffman (Ridgeview-Lexington), Drew Dingledine (Eureka), Tate Martin (Tremont). Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. HOIC GEAR Contact heart of illinois FOOTBALL conference. Threats of harming another Running backs Brent Denniston (Dee-Mack), Kaden Farrell (Ridgeview-Lexington), Blake Regenold (Tri-Valley), Shemar Williams (Tremont). Related organizations. Fieldcrest's Jacob Joyal boots an onside kick during the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A semifinal loss to Sterling Newman on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. Here is the Heart of Illinois Conference all-star football team. Log In to TeamPages Help Signup Heart of Illinois Conference Toggle navigation Hoic Sports HOIC Baseball on Instagram: "It was our honor and pleasure to host the press conference of High School Football Kickoff Night at orthocarolina sports . The conference was formed in 2006 from members of the Mid State and Sangamon Valley conferences. Tri-Valley quarterback Andy Knox hands off to Blake Regenold against Maroa-Forsyth last Saturday in Maroa. TeamPages makes team management and communication easy. 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The Heart of America Athletic Conference announced its 2022 Heart South Football All-Conference teams and major award winners on Friday afternoon. But were just looking forward to the chance to go out and compete.. Watch now: Here is the all-Heart of Illinois Conference football team. You have permission to edit this article. The CIC voted in November to merge the conferences and the HOIC followed in December. (WAND) - The Central Illinois Conference and the Heart of Illinois Conference have agreed to merge for football. Please subscribe to keep reading. He gained 219 yards and had two touchdowns. You bring in quality programs like this that have longevity in the coaching staffs, Bachman said. 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Fieldcrest's season ended with a 21-7 loss to the Comets. Get the latest Illinois high school football scores and game highlights for Fri, 2/24/2023. One of Editor & Publishers 10 That Do It Right 2021. It may not be quite as polished. I was still trying to figure out some things to do on Friday night (leading up to the season).. (closed Fridays in summer) Illinois Elementary School Association National Federation of State High School Associations. Day 3 - 2023 NFL Draft Grant DuBose. Please subscribe to keep reading. "Obviously in this realm of football scheduling anything you can do to really help keep your solid nine-game schedule and have relatively close trips is worth it to us (the CIC)," said Central A&M principal Charles Brown. Allen, whose Falcons begin their schedule on 2 p.m. Saturday versus visiting Fieldcrest, said hes continually emphasizing COVID-19 safety protocols so GCMSs four-game layout doesnt shrink further. Winds WNW at 20 to 30 mph. Ridgeview-Lexington also advanced to the Class 1A semifinals the last two seasons. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The merger will start in the 2024-25 season solely for football, both conferences announced Monday. The Heart of America Athletic Conference will be represented by two nationally ranked teams in the First Round of the 2022 NAIA Football Championship Series this Saturday, November 19. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Because the season is limited to nine games over nine weeks, and because smaller schools around the state are losing their 11-man programs, it is difficult to find replacement teams to fill weeks that are open.. Ridgeview-Lexington defensive back Logan Friedmansky (2) celebrates with teammates after making a big tackle against Abingdon-Avon at Colfax, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. Peoria-area schools affected by this move include HOIC members Deer Creek-Mackinaw, El Paso-Gridley, Eureka, Fieldcrest and Tremont. person will not be tolerated. We'd love to hear eyewitness Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. . Low 41F. You have permission to edit this article. Koeppel said Clinton already added nonconference games for 2023 against Tri-Valley, Eureka and Tremont, so the Maroons will get a feel for the new league a year early. Adam Duvall is a Journal Star sports reporter. Its weird, but thats all it took. Tri-Valley makes final push before falling to St. Teresa in thrilling, confusing Class 2A championship game, Soccer icon Pel added to the Portuguese dictionary as an adjective, Brittney Griner says she'll 'never go overseas to play again', The five best Formula 1 drivers of all time, U.S. long jumper stripped of titles for marijuana use. [2] Blue Ridge was a part of the Small Division until 2018, when it left for the Little Okaw Valley Conference in 2018. That resulted in forfeit wins taken by GCMS, Fieldcrest, Ridgeview/Lexington, Deer Creek-Mackinaw and Heyworth. Watch now: Here is the all-Heart of Illinois Conference football team. Trades, and the capital . Reporter for Lee Enterprises Central Illinois. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Interstate Eight Conference. On Friday night, Tanner Benedict's Titans were looking to knock off Tri-Valley and create a three-way tie for the Heart of Illinois Conference (Large) championship. But the . Phone: (309) 663-6377 Fax: (309) 663-7479 : 2715 McGraw Drive Bloomington, IL 61704-6011 Map & directions : Fieldcrest's Jaxon Cusac-McKay stiff-arms Sterling Newman's Daniel Feltes during the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A semifinal loss last November at Sterling. Copyright 2023. that is degrading to another person. Here are the IHSA-listed enrollments for the 17 programs who will become part of the HCIC, in order from smallest to largest: Fisher (182); Central A&M (216); Le Roy (217); Heyworth (239); GCMS (276); Tuscola (277); Meridian (281); Fieldcrest (286); Warrensburg-Latham (297); Deer Creek-Mackinaw (298); Tri-Valley (298); Ridgeview/Lexington (combined 304); Tremont (320); Shelbyville (349); El Paso-Gridley (363); Eureka (445) and Clinton (464). Tri-Valley won, 36-6. racist or sexually-oriented language. Ridgeview-Lexington defensive back Cale Hoffman (5) celebrates a big tackle against Abingdon-Avon at Colfax, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. News-Gazette. Fisher didn't have a varsity team this past season but plans on resuming one in the fall. Tri-Valley won, 36-6. Tri-Valleys Blake Regenold scores a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the Class 2A semifinal football game against Maroa-Forsyth in Maroa on Saturday. We bring in some perennial powers in the state in small school football that comes with the CIC.". Opponents' winsare used to break ties. 2 min read The Illinois High School Association's football. Fieldcrest's Clayton Boland is consoled after the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A semifinal loss to Sterling Newman on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Eureka, which went 8-3 and advanced to the Class 3A second round, gets an early taste of their future brethren. proud 2015-2016 state champs: TriValley in football and Lexington/Ridgeview Co-Op in competitive cheerleading For their display of the NAIA's Five Core Character Values of Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Sportsmanship & Servant Leadership, Benedictine College has been selected the 2022 Musco Team Sportsmanship Award recipient for the sport of football. Zack Poff Apr 27, 2023 Where NFL Draft No. The HOIC and CIC announced both leagues have agreed to join forces for a football-only league that will be called the Heart of Central Illinois Conference. The merger will start in the 2024-25 season solely for football, both conferences announced Monday. Winds WNW at 15 to 25 mph. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, That first day at practice out on the field was the greatest first day of practice weve ever had, said Allen, who guided GCMS to Class 2A state championships in 2017 and 2018. Were all in. Cloudy and windy. Conference Standings Weekly Schedule Coop Teams Out-of-State Opponents. Fieldcrest linebacker Ethan Stoeger, left, and defensive back Keegan Robbins force a fumble from Sterling Newman's Andrew Velasquez during the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A semifinal loss to the Comets onSaturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. He will replace David Mouser, who is mov. Not knowing if we were going to get to that point this year, its a practice Ill never forget as a coach., I talked to some of our seniors the other day (about) if somebody had told you in the middle of December that we were going to get to play four games this year, that we wouldve been really excited, Palmer added. Map & directions. It all goes down to scheduling, Ridgeview athletic director Jake Kennedy told The News-Gazette. 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As long as teams are being forthright and doing their best to play games and be honest with each other, I dont see why this wouldnt last for the long run.. Mason Faulk, Fieldcrest head Heart of Illinois all-conference football team, Heart of Illinois Conference rivals lend Fieldcrest a hand ahead of Saturday's Class 2A semifinal, Fieldcrest's Mason Faulk, Normal Community's Levi Smaling among 6 area football players on Illinois Coaches Association all-state teams, Prep Spotlight: GCMS-Fisher wrestling star Cale Horsch bounces back from a broken hand, Soccer icon Pel added to the Portuguese dictionary as an adjective, Brittney Griner says she'll 'never go overseas to play again', The five best Formula 1 drivers of all time, U.S. long jumper stripped of titles for marijuana use. Ridgeview-Lexington running back Kaden Farrell carries Abingdon-Avon defenders into the end zone to score Ridgeview's first touchdown at Colfax, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. The HOIC currently consists of Tri-Valley, El Paso-Gridley, Eureka, Fieldcrest, Tremont and Deer Creek-Mackinaw in the Large School Division and the Ridgeview-Lexington co-op, LeRoy, Fisher, Heyworth and Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley in the Small School Division. Central A&M has played LeRoy in the season opener the past couple seasons as did EPG and Meridian. He can be reached at clikas@news-gazette.com, or on Twitter at @clikasNG. Illini Prairie Conference. Kishwaukee River Conference. Reporter for Lee Enterprises Central Illinois. Wins are the most important playoff selection criterion. We are excited for this opportunity that creates stability for 11-man football and scheduling consistency for our schools, the pair said in the release, as well as establishing what we believe to be one of the most competitive small-school football conferences in Illinois., 17 teams, 1 super-conference: Why these 2 small-school football leagues are merging. DuBose finished 2022 Second Team All-Conference USA and 2021 Honorable . Joining from the HOIC: Deer Creek-Mackinaw, El Paso-Gridley, Eureka, Fieldcrest, Fisher, Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley, Heyworth, Le Roy, Ridgeview/Lexington, Tremont and Tri-Valley. Class 1A Class 2A Class 3A Class 4A Class 5A Class 6A Class 7A Class 8 Man Class 8A. EPG's 30-22 come-from-behind victory placed the Titans in a tie with Tri-Valley for first place. Winds WNW at 25 to 35 mph.. It's going to add a little bit to both groups.". Tremont football coach and athletics director Zach Zehr says its become increasingly difficult for perennial HOIC playoff contenders to fill the holes in their schedules. EL PASO Last week, El Paso-Gridley needed a win to get into the playoffs. Independent School League. [1] Eureka High School joined the conference in 2016 from the Corn Belt Conference. Fieldcrest head football coach Derek Schneeman talks to his team after the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A semifinal loss to Sterling Newman on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. Maroa-Forsyth's Aiden Riser (33)was named to the2023 Shrine Game roster. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Fieldcrest defensive back Henry Lorton trips up Sterling Newman ballcarrier Connor McBride during their Class 2A semifinal Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. St. Teresa defeats Tri-Valley 29-22. Slight chance of a rain shower. Don't Threaten. The Heart of Illinois Conference has avoided the hassle of conference realignment the past five years as nearly every other league in the area experienced one upheaval or another.While the If conferences are going to survive, I think this is a good way of doing it, Eureka coach Jason Bachman said. We have a very good history and they have a very good history. Fieldcrest wide receiver Jaxon Cusac-McKay moves the ball against a pair of Sterling Newman defenders during the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A semifinal loss to the Comets on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. Both Ficek and Waddell were Interstate Eight All-Conference selections. After six seasons at Penn State, including a redshirt year and one behind future NFL backup Trace McSorley, Clifford will turn 25 this summer, meaning he's already more than three months older . Maroa-Forsyth running back Aiden Riser (33) runs the ball against Downs Tri-Valley on in the Class 2A semifinals. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Ridgeview-Lexington lineman Evan Antonio, right, brings down Abingdon-Avon running back Drake DeJaynes for a loss at Colfax, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. Flick Fact: Who has drawn the biggest crowd ever at Redbird/CEFCU Arena? Fieldcrest wide receiver Tisen Covington catches a pass between Sterling Newman defenders Brady Stevens, left, and Brett Newman during their Class 2A semifinalSaturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. Tri-Valley also was the 1A runner-up in 2013 and 2A runner-up in November. Fax: (309) 663-7479. Palmer said his biggest concern between the Bunnies first practice and their 1 p.m. Saturday opener with Westville is about trying to accomplish too much in a short period of time. Dawson Brooks, QB, Sr., Heyworth; Payton Kean, RB, Sr., GCMS; Caiden Buster, RB, Sr., Trenont; Zander Woodring, RB, Jr., Tri-Valley; Isaiah Chatman, WR, Jr., GCMS; Xavier Moore, WR, Sr., Lexington-Ridgeview; Thomas Cahill, OL, Jr., Eureka; Cam Milashoski, OL, Sr., Fieldcrest; Jed Chow, OL, Sr., Fisher; Carter Little, OL, Sr., Lexington-Ridgeview; Cabren Parker, OL, Jr., Tri-Valley; Cade Gold, K, Sr., Eureka. Colin Likas covers Illinois football and high school sports at The News-Gazette. Fisher and Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley wont meet on the football field during the 2021 season, which will last just four weeks for the Bunnies, Falcons and other Heart of Illinois Conference members as a means of not overtaxing athletes who intend to play sports during the IHSAs summer season. Maroa-Forsyth plays against Tri-Valley during the Class 2A semifinal football game in Maroa on Saturday. You have permission to edit this article. You can cancel at any time. Be Truthful. There was a problem saving your notification. Tri-Valley won, 36-6. The decision to merge these two conferences was announced earlier this month in a joint statement from the conference presidents Jeff Baughman (HOIC, Le Roy principal) and Kyle Ladd (CIC, Shelbyville principal). Ridgeview-Lexington lineman Gage Kelley (52) puts a pass rush on Abingdon-Avon quarterback Easton Schisler (6) during first quarter action at Colfax, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. This combining of conferences is only happening in football, and the new HCIC will have two divisions: large schools and small schools. "This might be the way the future of football is going." After the 2022-23 school year, the CIC becomes a six-school conference with the removal of Decatur St. Teresa and Sullivan heading to. IL Football Associations. Quite a bit bigger than you. Palmer acknowledged teams his own included may look a bit rough around the edges as they attempt to make something out of this altered season. Sterling Newman and Fieldcrest coaches and captains meet at midfield before their Class 2A semifinal game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. Follow him on Twitter @AdamDuvall. WAND TV. 6 Benedictine to Host NAIA FCS First Round Games. Email him at aduvall@pjstar.com. Three other CIC teams qualified for the playoffs in Tuscola (9-3), Shelbyville (8-2) and Moweaqua Central A&M (6-4). MaxPreps brings you results from over 25,000 schools across the country. Super conferences continue to make their way onto the high school football landscape. Winds WNW at 15 to 25 mph. When the first Heart of Central Illinois schedule is released, not much will change for Tremont and Zehr is thankful for that. Winds WNW at 25 to 35 mph.. Flanagan-Cornell currently fields an 8-man team. Maroa-Forsyth plays against Tri-Valley during the Class 2A semifinal football game in Maroa on Saturday. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Fieldcrest enters Roscoe Eades Stadium before their Class 2A semifinal game against Sterling Newman on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. Mike Allens 20th year as Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley football coach was missing something. BLOOMINGTON Heart of Illinois and Central Illinois conference football games will have a new look beginning in the 2024 season. * Last updated at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 23, 2023. The Heart of Illinois Conference and the Central Illinois Conference voted to join forces to form the Heart of Central Illinois Conference for football only starting in fall of 2024. But Allen and fellow Heart of Illinois Conference football participants cant escape one unusual reality of their 2021 campaign. Fieldcrest lineman Parker Ruestman (75) blocks a pair of Sterling Newman players at the line of scrimmage during the Knights' 21-7 Class 2A state semifinal loss to the Comets on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling. The Maroa-Forsyth team walks off the field after losing the Class 2A semifinal football game against Tri-Valley in Maroa on Saturday. Illinois High School Association. All of our (large-school HOIC) coaches were super excited to just have some teams coming in that fit the mold of the Heart of Illinois Conference, Dee-Mack coach Cody Myers said. A choice in orthopedic care. Now, the addition of the CIC makes at least one of Zehrs jobs easier. Jim Benson Nov 24, 2021 Nov 24, 2021 Updated Dec 17, 2021; 0; Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli celebrated with his . Fieldcrest running back Tyler Baker listens to a play being called by head football coach Derek Schneeman during the Knights' Class 2A semifinal against Sterling Newman on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Sterling.
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