Morgan Park Defeated Simeon at Rockne Stadium
Morgan Park moved to 5-1 on the season after securing a 20-6 victory over Simeon.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Football
Morgan Park defeated Simeon 20-6 at Rockne Stadium in Chicago. The game, known as the Battle of Vincennes, saw Morgan Park pull away in the final quarter to improve their record to 5-1.
Why it matters
The outcome bolsters Morgan Park's season standing while complicating Simeon's path to the state playoffs, where they now require three additional wins to qualify.
Morgan Park running back James Bell recorded 126 rushing yards on 21 carries, while Simeon quarterback Aki White finished with -39 rushing yards and 31 passing yards.
The players
Morgan Park
This Chicago high school football program currently holds a 5-1 record.
Simeon
This Chicago high school football team is struggling this season with a 1-5 record.
Raymond Gilbert
He is a Morgan Park linebacker who anchored the team's defensive efforts against Simeon.
Aki White
He serves as the quarterback for the Simeon football team.
James Bell
He is a running back for Morgan Park who led his team with 126 rushing yards.
The details
Morgan Park dominated the fourth quarter, fueled by defensive efforts from Raymond Gilbert, Milen Porter, and Don White who combined for multiple sacks. Offensive production included a 64-yard touchdown run by William Smith Jr., a two-yard score from Jonsean Young, and a 53-yard touchdown pass from Ronald Smith Jr. to Travezz Jones.
Timeline
William Smith Jr. scored a 64-yard touchdown run during the first quarter.
A Morgan Park defensive goal line stop occurred in the third quarter.
Jonsean Young scored a two-yard touchdown with 11:13 left in the game.
Ronald Smith Jr. threw a 53-yard touchdown pass with 2:25 remaining.
The game occurred on September 26, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This game was the latest installment of the Battle of Vincennes, a rivalry match that helps determine the playoff outlook for Chicago-area football teams. The result significantly shifts the postseason path for both programs, as Morgan Park climbs the standings while Simeon faces an uphill battle to qualify for state.
The victory keeps Morgan Park in a strong position for state playoff seeding heading into the matchup against Taft. Simeon must now secure three wins in their remaining games to meet the necessary criteria for state playoff qualification.
The takeaway
Maintaining focus during high-stakes rivalry games proved vital for the winning side on Friday night. Players who prioritize execution over external distractions are better positioned to succeed in high-pressure environments.
What happens next
Morgan Park is scheduled to play Taft next week in their ongoing pursuit of a high seed for the state playoffs.
Further reading
For more local matchups and updates, visit Chicago Football.
