The lights flashed on as the Redwings prepared to celebrate homecoming on September 8th. The Benet Academy Varsity football team faced a determined Immaculate Conception College Prep (ICCP) team, entering the game as 5th in the state and the 2022 State Champions. Benet possessed a 2-0 record, about 3 wins away from securing a playoff spot. With the season getting progressively tougher, the ICCP Knights would provide the Benet Redwings a much-needed test.
The game opened with an onside kick recovered by ICCP, giving the Knights red-zone possession within the opening minutes. ICCP scored on the opening drive and continued the energy to squash Benet’s first attempts at a first down. The Knights would go on to shut out the Redwings in the first half. In the second half, Benet was revitalized by the defense with a safety. In the final moments of the 4th quarter, Quarterback Ryan Kubacki and the offensive line executed a run play to add 7 to the board. The touchdown was the first given up by ICCP this season. The Redwings would fall 34-9 on Homecoming night, moving to a 2-1 record. Benet plays Montini Catholic next Friday, September 16.

In the stands, Benet students celebrated a beach-themed football game, packing the stands with their energy and school pride. Benet Academy welcomed Bishop Hicks to the Benedictine University Football Stadium on Friday who led the community in prayer and celebrated the blessing of Catholic Education. The Avions, Cheer Squad, and Band performed at half-time, with seniors Jack Vought and Kaitlyn Paulin being announced as Homecoming King and Queen. Junior Korina Mongridas photographed the entire event, capturing the Benet Academy faithful’s excitement for another Homecoming. Benet Academy is ready to celebrate the joy of being back together for another school year.