Football: L-W East Spoils Sandburg Homecoming

Lincoln-Way East 28, Sandburg 7. The Griffins' tough defense helps the team remain undefeated.

By Rebecca Wharrie
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September 21, 2012

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LWE's Tom Fuessel hands off to running back Nick Colangelo.

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The Marching Eagles' Color Guard performed both at halftime and to start the game.

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The Marching Eagles' performed both at halftime and to start the game.

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The cheerleaders lead the football team through the "tunnel," behind the super fans and their flag.

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Sean Doherty of LWE gets an interception and runs for a touchdown early in the first quarter.

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Lemonte Booker gains yardage for the Eagles.

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LWE's Tom Fuessel hands off to running back Nick Colangelo.

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Sandburg celebrated its homecoming throughout the night, but Lincoln-Way East came ready to dance, getting a 28-7 win over the Eagles.

In a battle of unbeatens, Lincoln-Way East moved to 5-0 (3-0 in the Southwest Suburban Blue Conference) while Sandburg dropped to 4-1 (2-1).

Next up for Sandburg is a visit to Joliet Central at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29. Lincoln-Way East prepares for a huge showdown with fellow undefeated contender Bolingbrook. Those teams play at 7:30 Friday at Lincoln-Way East.

Related Topics: High School Football, Lincoln-Way East, Marching Eagles, and Sandburg

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