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Lincoln-Way East Football Advances To Quarterfinals Against Mt. Carmel

Frankfort defeated Hinsdale Central, 24-7, in the second round of playoffs.

FRANKFORT, IL — Lincoln-Way East football has advanced to the IHSA Class 8A quarterfinals after its win over Hinsdale Central.

Frankfort defeated Hinsdale Central, 24-7, in the second round of playoffs, according to IHSA. In its playoff run this season, East had an opening-round bye, and a victory over Oak Park River Forest, 31-7, in the first round.

Next up, East will play Mt. Carmel at 1 p.m. on Saturday at Lincoln-Way East.

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The winner of Saturday's game will play the winner of Oswego vs. Bolingbrook in the semifinals.

The Class 8A state championship will be played Nov. 28 at Hancock Stadium in Normal.

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