Loyola Academy Ramblers Secure Narrow Victory Over Marist in IHSA Football Playoffs

Loyola Academy’s football team, the Ramblers, emerged victorious in a closely contested match against Marist in the second round of the 2024 Class 8A IHSA football playoffs. The game, which took place on Friday, November 22, saw Loyola Academy’s high-octane offense eventually overpower Marist’s defense after a tightly contested three quarters.

The Ramblers managed to secure a 24-20 victory, thanks in part to a couple of significant miscues by Marist in the final quarter. This win keeps Loyola Academy in the running for the state championship, as top-seeded teams generally advanced with little difficulty in the second round of the playoffs.

The matchup was part of the broader IHSA Class 8A playoffs, where Loyola Academy faced off against a strong Marist offense. Despite Marist’s ability to keep pace for most of the game, Loyola’s consistency and strategic play ultimately led to their victory. This win sets the stage for Loyola Academy’s next challenge in the playoffs as they aim to advance further in the competition.

In other playoff action, Loyola Academy is scheduled to face Lincoln-Way East in subsequent rounds, although specific details of that matchup were not immediately available following the Marist game. The IHSA football playoffs continue to heat up as teams battle for a spot in the state finals.