An exciting opening night for football playoffs

The IHSA football playoffs got off to a fast start Friday night, with most of the top seeds advancing to the second round.

In one of the most competitive games of the night, Downers Grove North's defense stood tall in a 28-21 win over Prospect.

Big night for MSL

Fremd, Barrington, Palatine, Hersey and Rolling Meadows all advanced to the second round.

Quite the turnaround

Glenbard North won its first playoff game in three years with an 18-0 win at Yorkville.

Other playoff games

Boys soccer

Naperville North recorded its 16th shutout of the season, advancing to the sectional championship with a 2-0 win over Naperville Central.