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2021 Tinley Park High School Football Preview
Linebacker Matt McCarthy and quarterback Evan King hope to lead the Titans to victory this year
By: Brody Lynch, BDTV228 Sports Multimedia Intern
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While it was a shortened season due to the pandemic, the Titans went 2-2 last year with a notable win against Thornton Fractional South High School and District 228 sister school Bremen High School.
Notable players from the 2020-2021 season include senior linebacker Matt McCarthy who led the team with 43 tackles and quarterback Evan King who scored 9 touchdowns.
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Both McCarthy and King say the team has been preparing for the upcoming season by practicing speed and undergoing frequent strength training.
Aside from team goals, McCarthy and King also shared their personal goals and senior players.
"My goals are to help take the team to the playoffs and to also beat Bremen again," says King.
"I'd like to make All-State," says McCarthy. "It's the biggest spot you can be in."
Titan fans can cheer on McCarthy, King, and the entire Titan Football Team during their first game this Friday, August 27 at 7:00 pm at Reavis High School.
