Herrin Football Knocks Off Unity, Advances to Elite Eight
Tigers keep the playoff run alive
By Buddy "Friday Night" Cobb, Williamson County Bureau
HERRIN, Ill. — The Herrin Tigers beat Unity in the postseason to punch their ticket to the Elite Eight, the Southern Illinoisan reports.
Herrin has produced its share of tough football teams over the years, and a playoff win like this one keeps the town's Friday nights meaning something into November. Beating a quality opponent to reach the Elite Eight puts the Tigers one step from the final rounds of the state playoffs.
Game details beyond the result weren't specified in initial reporting. This desk will have the next matchup and kickoff time as Herrin's playoff run continues.
— Compiled from reporting by the Southern Illinoisan.
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