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Mount Carmel Beats Oswego 20-3 to Seal Class 8A Four-Peat and 17th State Title

A third-quarter blocked punt return in DeKalb flipped momentum to cap an unbeaten 14-0 campaign.

Overview

  • The Caravan won 20-3 at Northern Illinois University's Huskie Stadium, confirming venue details after pregame listings varied.
  • Cullen Winters blocked a punt that Gavin Conjar returned for a touchdown, breaking open a tight game in the third quarter.
  • Quarterback Emmet Dowling went 16-for-31 for 109 yards and threw a late touchdown to Marshaun Thornton after an earlier short rushing score.
  • Roman Igwebuike intercepted a pass to halt an Oswego drive as Mount Carmel's defense and special teams controlled the second half.
  • The victory completes a 14-0 season for Mount Carmel under coach Jordan Lynch, while Oswego finishes 11-3 after its semifinal win over Lockport.