Glenbrook South Defeated Evanston in Flag Football
The third-ranked Titans ended Evanston's eight-game winning streak with a decisive 38-6 victory at Lazier Field.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Football
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Glenbrook South maintained its undefeated season record by defeating Evanston 38-6 on Tuesday. The loss ended an eight-game winning streak for Evanston, which now holds a 12-2 record and has fallen out of contention for the league championship.
Why it matters
The result significantly shifts the league title picture, as Glenbrook South now controls its own destiny to secure a share of the championship. Conversely, the defeat removes Evanston from title consideration as the team looks ahead to its final regular-season matchups.
Glenbrook South boasts a perfect 13-0 record and a No. 3 state ranking by USA Today. The Titans dominated the game with an 86-yard touchdown pass, a 51-yard touchdown run, and a 45-yard interception return for a score.
The players
Glenbrook South
The high school team is currently ranked No. 3 in the state and remains undefeated.
Evanston
The local flag football team holds a 12-2 record after its recent loss.
Ava Bellis
She is the quarterback for Evanston who recorded 105 passing yards during the game.
KyNia Hunt
She is an Evanston athlete who missed the contest due to illness and an ankle injury.
Harper Wesenberg
She is an Evanston player currently sidelined while in concussion protocol.
The details
Evanston struggled to gain momentum throughout the contest while missing key personnel, including KyNia Hunt due to injury and Harper Wesenberg who is in concussion protocol. Quarterback Ava Bellis threw for 105 yards, but her offensive efforts were hampered by two interceptions.
Timeline
The game took place on September 23, 2026.
Evanston is scheduled to face Maine West on September 24, 2026.
Glenbrook South plays Vernon Hills on September 24, 2026.
Evanston will face Willowbrook on September 26, 2026.
The Big Picture
Glenbrook South continues to justify its position within the USA Today state flag football rankings through dominant conference performances.
Evanston is now eliminated from league championship contention following the loss. The team must now shift focus to its upcoming matches against Maine West and Willowbrook to finish the season.
The takeaway
Maintaining roster health during the final stretch of the season is critical for playoff-caliber teams. Evanston's performance was significantly impacted by the absence of key starters during this high-stakes conference matchup.
What happens next
Evanston will conclude its regular season with back-to-back games against Maine West on September 24, 2026, and Willowbrook on September 26, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local sports, visit Evanston Football.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Evanston RoundTable.
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