Voice of the Carterville Lions, Dave McKenzie, caught up with Lions head coach Brett Diel on the first day of fall practice.  Take a listen to their conversation:

 

The Massac County Patriots came back to defeat the Murphysboro Red Devils at home after being down by 11 at the half.  Coach Joe Hosman talked with Matt Varney about that game, sharpshooter Will Harmon, and the upcoming game vs. Herrin:

 
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Murphysboro's offense is clicking on all cylinders after a 49-13 win in the first round of the IHSA playoffs.  Coach Gary Carter spoke about that and the upcoming game against Charleston on Saturday with Matt Varney.

 
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The guys talked about several of the big Week 3 high school football games and also about the weather delays the area saw on Friday night as well as SIU's upcoming home opener against #12 UIW Saturday night!  Plus an interview with Marion coach Jason Dunning after their big 37-34 win at Mt. Vernon last night!

 
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