Waubonsie Valley Retained Eola Bowl Trophy
Waubonsie Valley defeated Metea Valley 17-7 to secure a vital win for their playoff hopes.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Football
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Waubonsie Valley took down Metea Valley 17-7 in the annual Eola Bowl matchup. The victory moves the team closer to qualifying for the high school football playoffs.
Why it matters
The win was essential for Waubonsie Valley to secure a postseason berth. Maintaining control of the Eola Bowl trophy also preserves the team's historical lead in the cross-town rivalry.
John Hung rushed for 157 yards, while quarterback Nolan Alberson contributed 88 passing yards and 84 rushing yards. Iggy Ammorortu added a 54-yard touchdown run to the scoring effort.
The players
John Hung
He is the standout running back for Waubonsie Valley who recorded 157 rushing yards during the game.
Nolan Alberson
He is the Waubonsie Valley quarterback who managed both passing and rushing production to lead the offense.
Iggy Ammorortu
He is an impact player for Waubonsie Valley who scored on a long 54-yard touchdown run.
Matthew N. Rodriguez
He is the kicker for Waubonsie Valley responsible for the team's successful 23-yard field goal.
The details
Nolan Alberson and Iggy Ammorortu both found the end zone in the third quarter to break the game open, supported by an offensive line of Bobby Kus, Ethan Schaffer, AJ Forst, Kajus Muralis, Zachary Vizza, and Kyler Payne. Matthew N. Rodriguez also converted a 23-yard field goal just before the halftime whistle.
Timeline
October 2, 2026: Waubonsie Valley defeated Metea Valley.
Last play of first half: Matthew N. Rodriguez kicked a 23-yard field goal.
Third quarter: Iggy Ammorortu and Nolan Alberson scored touchdowns.
Fourth quarter: John Hung scored a 7-yard touchdown.
Season Trajectory
This win positions Waubonsie Valley favorably for a playoff qualification while significantly altering the competitive balance of this year's local rivalry. The outcome serves as a critical turning point for the team as they look toward postseason contention.
The victory secures a crucial win for Waubonsie Valley's postseason resume and playoff math. Fans should monitor the upcoming state playoff bracket release to see where the team is placed.
The takeaway
Waubonsie Valley remains in control of the Eola Bowl after a decisive team effort. Securing rivalry wins often provides the momentum needed to carry a team deep into the high school playoff bracket.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Chicago Tribune.
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