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Loyola Holds Off New Trier Comeback To Win Football Playoff

The showdown between the North Shore neighbors was decided by just 3 points after the Ramblers took an early lead.

WILMETTE, IL — Loyola Academy defeated neighborhood rival New Trier 35-32 on Saturday at Hoerster Field in Wilmette. The Trevians scored 22 unanswered points after falling behind 35-10, but it wasn't enough to pull off an upset. New Trier ended its season with a 6-5 record.

The Ramblers improved to 10-1 on the season with the win. They host Hinsdale Central Saturday, with kickoff set for 1 p.m.

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Photos: Loyola Academy hosts New Trier High School in the IHSA football playoffs, Oct. 28 (Jonah Meadows)

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