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IHSA Boys Football All-Time Individual Records (Kicking, Returning, & Defense)

Last updated on May 6, 2008.

* denotes record published in National High School Sports Record Book.
* denotes record submitted to National High School Sports Record Book, but not yet published.

 Index of this file

Individual Kicking
Punts
Punting Average
Punts Returned
Punt Return Yardage
Punt Return Average
Touchdowns on Punt Returns
Kickoffs Returned
Kickoff Return Yardage
Kickoff Return Average
Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns
Individual Defense
Passes Intercepted
Fumbles Recovered
Blocked Kicks
Solo Tackles
Assist Tackles
Sacks

 Individual Kicking

 Punts

Most Punts, Career

[1.]  136, Tom Kearfott, El Paso, 1975-1978
[2.]  117, Terry Becker, Oswego, 1976-1978
[3.]  114, Kory Gerdes, Gillespie, 1995-97 (3,633 yds.)
[4.]  113, Gordon Acton, Bolingbrook, 1980-82
[5.]  109, Jerry Hughes, Ottawa (Marquette), 1956-59
[6.]  100, C.J. O'Connell, Chicago (De LaSalle), 2005-06 (3,247 yds.)
[7.]  92, Rodney Smoots, El Paso, 1983-84
[8.]  75, Devlin Smith, Albion (Edwards County), 2002-04

Most Punts, Season

[1.]  67, Jeff Stieb, Carol Stream (Glenbard North), 1991
[2.]  60, David Mills, Hoffman Estates (H.S.), 1987
[3.]  57, Jerry Hughes, Ottawa (Marquette), 1956
[4.]  56, Matt Kervin, Addison (Driscoll), 2000
[5.]  53, Rodney Smoots, El Paso, 1983
[5.]  53, Ted Karagias, Chicago Hts. (Marian), 1999
[7.]  51, Otto Corzo, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1997
[8.]  50, Joel Pohlod, Auburn, 1973 (10 ga.)
[9.]  48, Dan Bishop, Greenfield, 1985
[9.]  48, Brandt Bennett, Stillman Valley, 1999
[11.]  47, John Bookout, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1987
[11.]  47, C.J. O'Connell, Chicago (DeLaSalle), 2006 (1,559 yds.)
[13.]  46, Larry Pierson, Columbia, 1987
[13.]  46, Joel Wietfeldt, Auburn, 1997 (10 ga.)
[15.]  40, Albion (Edwards County), 20035
[15.]  40, Adrian Freiberg, Albion (Edwards County), 2005
[15.]  40, C.J. O'Connell, Chicago (De LaSalle), 2005

Most Punts, Game

[1.]  11, David Kenebrew, Oak Lawn (Richards) vs. Wheaton (Central), Nov. 16, 1991
[1.]  11, Ron Couch, Ottawa (Twp.) vs. Sterling (H.S.), 1992
[1.]  11, Brett Hays, Rochester vs. Tuscola, 1999
[4.]  10, Jerry Hughes, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. Spring Valley (Hall), Nov. 2, 1956
[4.]  10, Tom Grimm, Tremont vs. Princeville, Oct. 21, 1978
[4.]  10, Dave Scuito, Lisle (Benet) vs. Calumet City (Thornton Fractional North), Nov. 10, 1984
[4.]  10, Chris Drake, Watseka vs. Herscher, Nov. 1, 1989
[4.]  10, Chris Crowe, Auburn vs. Girard, 2001 (39.3 avg.)

Longest Punt

[1.]  92, Dennis Grabarek, Calumet City (Thornton Fractional North) vs. Tinley Park (H.S.), 1984
[2.]  90, Bill Lucas, El Paso vs. Chillicothe, 1940
[3.]  89, Derek McShane, Algonquin (Jacobs) vs. Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), Oct. 24, 1998
[4.]  86, Dwayne Ware, Bloomington (H.S.) vs. Richton Park (Rich South), Nov. 14, 1987
[5.]  84, John Stockton, Zion (Z.-Benton) vs. Crown, 1975
[6.]  82, Ben Orcutt, Buffalo Grove vs. Schaumburg, 1974
[7.]  81, Jim Braksick, Flanagan vs. Concord (Triopia), Nov. 22, 1974
[7.]  81, Michael Kotz, Chicago (St. Patrick) vs. Chicago Hts. (Marian), Sept. 30, 2005
[9.]  80, Mason Snow, Auburn vs. Virden, 1930
[9.]  80, Charles Leskovisek, Auburn vs. Virden, 1947
[9.]  80, Brian O'Toole, Richmond (R.-Burton) vs. Oregon, Nov. 13, 1982
[9.]  80, Tony Hart, Cerro Gordo vs. Arcola, 1985
[9.]  80, Jake Baxter, Robinson vs. Clinton, 1993
[14.]  79, Jay Johnson, East St. Louis (Sr.) vs. Danville (H.S.), Nov. 9, 1983
[14.]  79, Joel Dodson, Pontiac vs. Washington, 1997
[16.]  78, Ross Schulte, Mendon (Unity) vs. Camp Point (Central), 1988
[17.]  77, Phil Sudlow, Jamaica (Salt Fork Storm) vs. East Central, 2002
[18.]  76, Dave Gordon, Bloomington (H.S.) vs. Normal (Community), 1981
[18.]  76, Mike Thompson, Clifton (Central) vs. Kankakee (McNamara), Nov. 4, 1987
[18.]  76, Joel Dodson, Pontiac vs. Spring Valley (Hall), Sept. 6, 1997
[21.]  75, Abe Koffa, Bolingbrook vs. Romeoville, 1983
[21.]  75, Craig Hentrich, Alton (Marquette) vs. Mascoutah, 1987
[21.]  75, C. J. O'Connell, Chicago (DeLaSalle) vs. Wilmette (Loyola), Nov. 4, 2006
[24.]  74, John Wakey, Pontiac vs. Aurora (Central Catholic), 1972
[24.]  74, Chad Little, Champaign (Central) vs. Washington, Nov. 10, 1982
[26.]  73, John Allen, Eureka vs. Farmington, 1949
[26.]  73, Steve Dawson, Pontiac vs. Decatur (St. Theresa), 1982
[26.]  73, Doug Gschwendtner, Pontiac vs. Minooka, 1995
[26.]  73, David Isom, DeKalb vs. Naperville (Neuqua Valley), Sept. 27, 2002
[30.]  72, Walter Yasinski, Auburn vs. Virden, 1937
[30.]  72, Abe Kofa, Bolingbrook vs. Tinley Park (H. S.), 1984
[32.]  71, Gordon Acton, Bolingbrook vs. Joliet (West), 1981
[32.]  71, John Dugandzic, Chicago (Lane) vs. Chicago (Young), 1991
[34.]  70, Kip Provines, Chatham (Glenwood) vs. Roxana, Sept. 3, 1993
[34.]  70, Idris Aman, Olympia Fields (Rich Central) vs. New Lenox (Providence), 2002
[36.]  67, Adrian Freberg, Albion (Edwards County) vs. Bridgeport (Red Hill), 2005
[37.]  63, Levi Ashcraft, Newton vs. Addison (Driscoll), Nov. 25, 2005 (state 4A record)

 Punting Average

Highest Punting Average (yards per attempt), Career

[1.]  42.3, Ron Draper, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1985-1988 (74-3165 yds.)
[2.]  42.1, Gordon Acton, Bolingbrook, 1980-82
[2.]  42.1, Max Klekner, Belleville (H.S.), 2005-06 (61 punts, 2,571 yds.)
[4.]  41.3, John Gehringer, Hampshire, 1974-1976 (63 punts)
[4.]  41.3, Kip Provines, Chatham (Glenwood), 1993 (26-1,074)
[6.]  40.8, Mike Jacques, Mooseheart, 1973 (29-1,183)
[7.]  40.0, Patrick Brown, Palatine (Fremd), 1996-98
[8.]  39.9, Adrian Freeberg, Albion (Edwards County), 2005 (40 punts, 1,594 yds.)
[9.]  32.4, C. J. O'Connell, Chicago (De LaSalle), 2004-06 (100 punts, 3,247 yds.)

Highest Punting Average (yards per attempt), Season

[1.]  50.2, Ron Draper, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1988 (14-704 yds.)
[2.]  47.3, John Troxtell, Sidell (Jamaica), 1986 (23 punts)
[3.]  45.5, Nick Setta, Lockport (Twp.), 1997
[4.]  44.8, Mark Smith, Cerro Gordo, 1971
[5.]  44.6, Jack Truty, Morris, 1955
[6.]  44.5, Jake Strader, Danville (H.S.), 1996 (21 for 935 yds.)
[7.]  44.3, Craig Hentrich, Alton (Marquette), 1988
[8.]  44.2, Idris Amao, Olympia Fields (Rich Central), 2002
[9.]  44.1, Brett Larsen, South Holland (Thornwood), 1990
[10.]  44.0, Ed Sutter, Peoria (Richwoods), 1987
[11.]  43.8, Gordon Acton, Bolingbrook, 1982
[12.]  43.0, Ed Cook, Marseilles, 1964 (17 for 732 yds.)
[12.]  43.0, Craig Shelton, Gurnee (Warren), 1991
[14.]  42.8, Craig Inman, Columbia, 1989
[15.]  42.6, Max Klekner, Belleville (H.S.), 2005 (26 punts)
[15.]  42.6, Scott Ravanesi, Carol Stream (Glenbard North), 2005 (10 games)
[17.]  41.8, Max Klekner, Belleville (H.S.), 2006 (35 punts)
[18.]  41.0, Mike Dragosavich, Oak Lawn (Richards), 2002
[19.]  40.6, Tyke Nichols, Hebron (Alden-H,), 2005 (11 games)
[19.]  40.6, Tyke Nichols, Hebron (Alden-H,), 2005 (11 games)
[21.]  40.3, Kyle Edgar, Arcola, 2005
[22.]  39.9, Adrian Freiberg, Albion (Edwards County), 2005 (40 punts, 1,594 yds.)
[23.]  37.2, Ben Rouse, Coal City, 2004
[24.]  36.8, Bryce Carlen, Toledo (Cumberand(, 2002 (957 yds., 25 att.)
[25.]  34.0, Kevin Kinsall, O'Fallon, 2004

Highest Punting Average (yards per attempt), Game

[1.]  59.5, John Stockton, Zion (Z.-Benton) vs. Carpentersville (Crown), 1975 (2 punts)
[2.]  56.0, Jeff Stoneking, Sherrard vs. Monmouth (H.S.), Nov. 3, 1990 (2 punts, 112 yds.)
[3.]  55.3, Ron Draper, Casey (C.-Westfield) vs. Palestine, 1988
[4.]  54.2, Craig Hentrich, Alton (Marquette) vs. Mascoutah, 1987 (4 punts)
[5.]  53.5, Richard Hersey, Elgin (H.S.) vs. Elk Grove Village (E.G.), Nov. 10, 1976 (2 punts, 107 yds.)
[6.]  53.3, John Bookout, Arlington Heights (Hersey) vs. Schaumburg, 1987
[7.]  53.0, Bob Bongartz, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. Danville (Schlarman), 1948 (2 punts)
[8.]  52.8, Mark Kaufman, Milledgeville vs. Freeport (Aquin), Nov. 4, 1987 (4 punts, 211 yds.)
[9.]  52.5, Don Stanhouse, DuQuoin vs. Chester, 1968 (2 punts)
[9.]  52.5, Jake Corbly, Eureka vs. Amboy, 1999 (2 punts, 105 yds.
[11.]  52.0, Derek Smoot, East St. Louis (Sr.) vs. Orland Park (Sandburg), Nov. 10ong, 1982 (2 punts, 104 yds.)
[11.]  52.0, John Troxtell, Sidell (Jamaica) vs. Martinsville, 1986 (6 punts)
[13.]  51.5, Josh Zupancic, Riverside (R.-Brookfield) vs. Metamora, Nov. 11, 1996 (103 yds, 2 punts)
[14.]  50.3, Kip Provines, Chatham (Glenwood) vs. Roxana, (4 punts, 201 yds.)
[15.]  49.0, Scott Ravanesi, Carol Stream (Glenbard North) vs. Naperville (Central), Sept. 23, 2005 (6 punts, 294 yds.)
[16.]  47.4, Adrian Freiberg, Albion (Edwards County) vs. Flora, 2004 (5 punts, 237 yds.)
[17.]  45.0, John Wienke, Tuscola vs. Galena, Nov. 23, 2007 (state title game)
[18.]  44.7, Bryce Carledn, Toledo (Cumberland) vs. Edwards County, Oct. 4, 2002
[19.]  44.3, Brian Winter, Columbia vs. Plano, Nov. 23, 2007 (state title game)
[20.]  42.3, Neal Revane, Lombard (Montini) vs. Coal City, Nov. 25, 2005 (3 punts, state title game)

 Punts Returned

Most Punts Returned, Career

[1.]  81, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1996-98
[2.]  53, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1999-2001
[3.]  47, Kyle Dudley, Auburn, 2000-03
[4.]  43, Jason Bleavins, Cerro Gordo, 1991-94
[5.]  39, Paul Eatinger, Woodstock (Marian), 1994-95
[6.]  37, Tim Hinman, Tremont, 1984-86
[6.]  37, Robert Farmer, Bolingbrook, 1990-92
[6.]  37, Mike Siems, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1992-93
[9.]  36, Chad Hopkins, Arcola, 1985-88
[9.]  36, Harold Barnett, Bolingbrook, 1990-91
[11.]  32, Rob Schmidt, Marshall, 1986-88
[11.]  32, Steve Kaiden, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1998-99
[13.]  30, Craig Roscoe, Oswego, 1992
[14.]  29, Robbie Eaton, DuQuoin, 1991-92
[14.]  29, Mark Gones, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 2006
[16.]  28, Brian Gundy, Flanagan, 1980-82
[16.]  28, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1990-91
[16.]  28, Craig VanDuyne, Coal City, 1992-93
[19.]  27, Chad Graves, Arcola, 1989
[19.]  27, Nii Hammond, Bolingbrook, 1994-95
[21.]  26, Ed Greening, Pittsfield, 1981-82
[21.]  26, Brian Wroblewski, Byron, 1993-94
[23.]  25, Royce Risinger, Tremont, 1978-80
[23.]  25, Dale Buxton, Arcola, 1990
[23.]  25, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1990-92
[23.]  25, Brian Flaharty, Lewistown, 2006-07
[27.]  24, Tom Hart, Pittsfield, 1991-92
[27.]  24, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1992-93
[29.]  23, Ricky Potts, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1977-79
[29.]  23, Scott Allen, St. Charles, 1995-96
[29.]  23, Chris Katzmark, Rochester, 2001-02
[32.]  22, Marcos Gonzalo, Ottawa (Marquette), 1981-83
[32.]  22, Jim O'Brien, Monmouth (Warren), 1985-88
[32.]  22, Shawn Lamb, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1987-88
[32.]  22, Kolin Peterson, Arcola, 1995-98

Most Punts Returned, Season

[1.]  32, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden), 2000
[2.]  30, Craig Roscoe, Oswego, 1992
[2.]  30, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1996
[4.]  29, Cory Duitsman, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1997
[4.]  29, Mark Gones, St. Joseph (SJ.-Ogden), 2006
[6.]  26, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1997
[7.]  25, Dale Buxton, Arcola, 1990
[7.]  25, Danny McNamara, Cerro Gordo, 1995
[7.]  25, Paul Eatinger, Woodstock (Marian), 1995
[7.]  25, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1998
[11.]  24, Ed Greening, Pittsfield, 1982
[11.]  24, Jason Bleavins, Cerro Gordo, 1993
[11.]  24, Sean Blankenship, Cerro Gordo, 1999
[11.]  24, Kyle Dudley, Auburn, 2002 (455 yds.)
[15.]  22, Chad Graves, Arcola, 1989
[15.]  22, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1991
[15.]  22, Nii Hammond, Bolingbrook, 1995
[15.]  22, Steve Kaiden, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1998
[19.]  21, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1993
[19.]  21, Matt Venhaus, Arcola, 1995
[19.]  21, Brian Flaharty, Lewistown, 2007
[22.]  20, Tony Rodriguez, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1990
[23.]  19, Harold Barnett, Bolingbrook, 1992
[24.]  18, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1991
[24.]  18, Robbie Eaton, DuQuoin, 1992
[24.]  18, Jason Bleavins, Cerro Gordo, 1994
[24.]  18, Jim Tumilty, Naperville (Central), 1995
[28.]  17, Dee Jayne, Mooseheart, 1972
[28.]  17, Chad Hopkins, Arcola, 1988
[28.]  17, Jeremy Wolton, Rochester, 2000
[28.]  17, Adam Kiesler, Rochester, 2001
[32.]  16, Mark Dinges, Oswego, 1979
[32.]  16, Chris Katzmark, Rochester, 2002
[34.]  15, John Adams, Marshall, 1979
[34.]  15, Royce Risinger, Tremont, 1980
[34.]  15, Jon Nelson, Oneida (ROWVA), 1986
[34.]  15, Rob Schmidt, Marshall, 1987
[34.]  15, Scott Allen, St. Charles, 1996
[39.]  14, Bill Davidson, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1975
[39.]  14, Pat Parks, Auburn, 1985
[39.]  14, Chad Hopkins, Arcola, 1986
[39.]  14, Brian Wroblewski, Byron, 1994
[39.]  14, Paul Eatinger, Woodstock (Marian), 1994
[39.]  14, Jeremy Netzer, Addison (Driscoll), 2000
[39.]  14, Kyle Dudley, Auburn, 2001
[39.]  14, Scott Shaeffer, Lewistown, 2006
[47.]  13, Marcos Gonzalo, Ottawa (Marquette), 1983
[47.]  13, Josh Townley, Pittsfield, 1988
[47.]  13, Ron Gilliland, Arcola, 1988
[47.]  13, Joe Gorowski, River Grove (Holy Cross), 1994

Most Punts Returned, Game

[1.]  8, Aaron Stover, Lexington vs. LeRoy, Sept. 1, 1988
[2.]  7, Taylor Moore, Winnetka (North Shore Country Day) vs. Mooseheart, Oct. 30, 1985 (7 for 175)
[2.]  7, Jim Lugge, Belleville (Althoff) vs. O'Fallon, Nov. 5, 1986

 Punt Return Yardage

Most Yards on Punt Returns, Career

[1.]  1,196, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1996-98
[2.]  906, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1999-2001
[3.]  842, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1990-92
[4.]  800, Kyle Dudley, Auburn, 2000-03
[5.]  710, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2000-03
[6.]  605, Paul Eatinger, Woodstock (Marian), 1994-95
[7.]  571, Mark Gones, St. Joseph (SJ.-Ogden), 2006
[8.]  552, Kolin Peterson, Arcola, 1995-98
[9.]  548, Tom Hart, Pittsfield, 1991-92
[10.]  542, Joel Duermier, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1973
[11.]  537, Greg Williams, Bolingbrook, 1991-93
[12.]  528, Craig Roscoe, Oswego, 1992
[13.]  478, Scott Allen, St. Charles, 1995-96
[14.]  474, Craig VanDuyne, Coal City, 1992-93
[15.]  472, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1997-99
[16.]  463, Robert Farmer, Bolingbrook, 1990-92
[17.]  449, Jim O'Brien, Monmouth (Warren), 1985-1988
[18.]  441, Mark Brynteson, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1973-1975
[19.]  435, Russ Hoffman, Byron, 1970-1971
[20.]  425, Duffy L'Huillier, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1979-1980
[21.]  423, Robbie Eaton, DuQuoin, 1991-92
[22.]  408, Nii Hammond, Bolingbrook, 1994-95
[23.]  407, Harold Barnett, Bolingbrook, 1990-91
[24.]  402, Justin Powers, Oneida (ROWVA), 1996-99
[25.]  397, Jim Tumilty, Naperville (Central), 1994-95
[26.]  396, Jeff Hammond, Bolingbrook, 1982-85
[27.]  389, Chad Hopkins, Arcola, 1985-88
[28.]  388, Rick Considine, Amboy, 1978-1979
[28.]  388, Rob Schmidt, Marshall, 1986-1988
[30.]  380, Todd Hutchens, Assumption, 1986-1987
[30.]  380, Mike Neville, Auburn, 1989-92

Most Yards on Punt Returns, Season

[1.]  648, Lukas Graves, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 2007
[2.]  571, Mark Gones, St. Joseph (SJ-Ogden), 2006 (29 ret.)
[3.]  528, Craig Roscoe, Oswego., 1992
[4.]  494, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1997
[5.]  478, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1991
[6.]  455, Kyle Dudley, Auburn, 2002 (24 ret.)
[7.]  454, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden), 2000
[8.]  452, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 2001
[9.]  436, Cory Duitsman, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1997
[10.]  426, Scott Allen, St. Charles, 1996
[11.]  416, Tony Rodriguez, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1990
[12.]  399, Tom Hart, Pittsfield, 1992
[13.]  378, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2002
[14.]  377, Kolin Peterson, Arcola, 1998
[14.]  377, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA), 2007
[16.]  357, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1998
[17.]  355, Nii Hammond, Bolingbrook, 1995
[17.]  355, Jeff Blackburn, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1996
[19.]  345, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1996
[20.]  344, Matt Clark, Shelbyville, 1998
[21.]  316, Chad Graves, Arcola, 1989
[22.]  313, Darrel Dague, Arcola, 1982
[23.]  310, Russ Hoffman, Byron, 1971
[24.]  309, Paul Eatinger, Woodstock (Marian), 1995
[25.]  307, Mark Brynteson, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1974
[25.]  307, Bill Davidson, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1974, (13 returns)
[25.]  307, John Adams, Marshall, 1979 (15 returns)
[28.]  305, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2003
[29.]  304, Jason Bleavins, Cerro Gordo, 1993
[30.]  302, Matt Venhaus, Arcola, 1995
[31.]  301, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1991
[32.]  298, Mike Neville, Auburn, 1992 (10 ret.)
[33.]  296, Paul Eatinger, Woodstock (Marian), 1994
[34.]  287, Stan Walker, Hampshire, 1976
[34.]  287, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1993

Most Yards on Punt Returns, Game

[1.]  242, Al Colby, Wheaton vs. Sycamore, 1923
[2.]  216, Jason Paproth, Auburn va. Nokomis, 1996
[3.]  201, Nick Law, Heyworth vs. Cullom (Tri-Point), Sept. 2, 2005 (70-65-66 yds.)
[4.]  178, Dave Livengood, Milledgeville vs. Freeport (Aquin), Nov. 11, 1981
[5.]  153, Lukas Graves, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden) vs. Watseka, 2007
[6.]  140, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA) vs. Athens, 2007
[7.]  131, Jason Paproth, Auburn vs. Nokomis, 1996 (2 returns)

Longest Punt Return

[1.]  100, Earl Crisp, Joliet (Twp.) vs. Kankakee (Westview), 1968
[2.]  99, Jim Cryder, Morris vs. Lemont, 1948
[2.]  99, Isaac Porter, Kankakee (St. Patrick) vs. Morris, 1955
[4.]  98, Mike Cochran, Pontiac vs. River Forest (Trinity), 1965
[4.]  98, Mike O'Connor, Kankakee (McNamara) vs. Norridge (Ridgewood), 1981
[4.]  98, Jeff Hammond, Bolingbrook vs. Plainfield (H.S.), 1985
[7.]  97, Ken Strohacker, Freeport vs. Joliet, 1931
[7.]  97, Ryan Kalb, Oneida (ROWVA) vs. Annawan, Aug. 27, 1997
[7.]  97, Danny Nelson, Chicago (De LaSalle) vs. Chicago (Curie), Aug. 30, 2003
[10.]  96, Jeremy Sharp, Abingdon vs. Havana, 1993
[10.]  96, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1999
[12.]  95, Dana Scheidecker, Sandwich vs. Lemont, 1968
[12.]  95, Richard Willock, Chicago (Leo), 1992
[12.]  95, Andrew Pappoccia, Sterling (Newman) vs. Carthage, Nov. 27, 1998
[12.]  95, Stephan Spellman, Winnetka (New Trier) vs. Gurnee (Warren), Aug. 25, 2007
[16.]  94, Rick Kopka, Palos Hills (Stagg) vs. Palos Hts. (Shepard), Oct. 24, 2003
[17.]  93, Craig Roscoe, Oswego vs. Sycamore, Sept. 18, 1992
[18.]  92, Russ Hoffman, Byron vs. Leaf River, 1971
[18.]  92, Eric Briggs, Fisher vs. Arthur, 1986
[18.]  92, Eric Jackson, Glen Ellyn (Glenbard West) vs. Wheaton (W.-Warrenville), Sept. 5, 1992
[18.]  92, Noah Russo, Rockford (Boylan) vs. Crete (C.-Monee), Nov. 6, 1999
[18.]  92, Brian Hare, Arlington Hts. (St. Viator) vs. Sycamore, Oct. 26, 2001
[23.]  91, Stan Lloyd, Auburn vs. New Berlin, 1978
[24.]  90, Louis Schweitzer, Belleville (West) vs. Collinsville, 1926
[24.]  90, John Drennan, Auburn vs. Pawnee, 1932
[24.]  90, William Yasinski, Auburn vs. Virden, 1936
[24.]  90, Gene Newberry, Auburn vs. Palmyra (Northwestern), 1953
[24.]  90, Bob Grossner, Auburn vs. St. James, 1954
[24.]  90, Jeff Farmer, Annawan vs. Tiskilwa, 1983
[24.]  90, Jeff Hammond, Bolingbrook vs. New Lenox (Lincoln-Way), 1985
[24.]  90, Matt Stokes, Litchfield vs. Vandalia, 1986
[24.]  90, Richard Willock, Chicago (Leo) vs. Chicago (Brother Rice), Oct. 26, 1991
[24.]  90, Chris Sims, Glen Ellyn (Glenbard South) vs. Round Lake, Sept. 12, 1992
[24.]  90, Kyle Dudley, Auburn vs. Pawnee, 2002
[35.]  89, Brandon Green, Chicago (Robeson) vs. Riverside (R.-Brookfield), Sept. 7, 2007
[35.]  89, Brandon Green, Chicago (Robeson) vs. Riverside (R.-Brookfield), Sept. 7, 2007
[37.]  86, Levi Richards, Newton vs. Effingham, Nov. 4, 2006
[38.]  84, John Brennan, Mundelein (Carmel) vs. Chicago Hts. (Marian), Sept. 8, 2006
[38.]  84, Kody Smith, Arthur (A.-Lovington) vs. Carthage, Nov. 4, 2006 (state tourn.)
[40.]  83, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA) vs. Athens, 2007
[41.]  82, Tyler Nelson, Alexis (United) vs. Stockton, Nov. 26, 2004
[42.]  81, Darieon Hood, Chicago (St. Rita) vs. Wilmette (Loyola), Oct. 7, 2006
[42.]  81, Keith Lewis, Chicago (Curie) vs. Chicago (Young), Sept. 14, 2007
[42.]  81, Keith Lewis, Chicago (Curie) vs. Chicago (Young), Sept. 14, 2007
[45.]  79, Andrew Schweitzer, Wheaton (North) vs. Addison (A.-Trail), Aug. 26, 2005
[46.]  78, Trent Yancy, Chicago (Simeon) vs. Chicago (Lane), Sept. 10, 2005
[47.]  77, Matt Bailey, Tuscola vs. Villa Grove, Oct. 28, 2005
[48.]  75, Nick Harrington, Lawenceville vs. Westfield (Casey-W.), Oct. 8, 2004
[48.]  75, Andy Lange, Rolling Meadows vs. Elk Grove Village (E.G.), Nov. 12, 2004
[48.]  75, Lukas Graves, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden) vs. Watseka, 2007

 Punt Return Average

Highest Punt Return Average (yards per return), Career

[1.]  39.5, Russ Hoffman, Byron, 1970-1971
[2.]  37.6, Doug Stoutlin, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1986 (6 for 226 yds.)
[3.]  33.7, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1990-92
[4.]  27.1, Joel Duermier, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1973-1974 (20 for 542 yds.)
[5.]  26.2, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1997-99
[6.]  25.4, Jason Cooper, Gillespie, 1996-97 (11 for 279 yds.)
[7.]  25.1, Kolin Peterson, Arcola, 1995-98 (22 for 552 yds.)
[8.]  22.9, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2000-03 (31 for 710 yds.)
[9.]  22.8, Rick Considine, Amboy, 1978-1979

Highest Punt Return Average (yards per return), Season

[1.]  47.1, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA), 2007 (377 yds.)
[2.]  38.5, Russ Hoffman, Byron, 1971 (8 for 310 yds.)
[3.]  37.7, Kolin Peterson, Arcola, 1998
[4.]  36.1, Joel Duermier, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1973 (8 for 280 yds.)
[5.]  34.6, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1999
[6.]  34.3, Jason Cooper, Gillespie, 1996 (6 for 206 yds.)
[7.]  30.7, Mike Harre, Auburn, 1989 (4 for 123 yds.)
[8.]  29.8, Mike Neville, Auburn, 1992 (10 for 298 yds.)
[9.]  28.5, Matt Clark, Shelbyville, 1998
[10.]  28.4, Tony Rodriguez, Casey (C.-Westfield) 1991
[10.]  28.4, Scott Allen, St. Charles, 1996 (15 for 426 yds.)
[12.]  27.0, Stan Walker, Hampshire, 1976
[13.]  25.9, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2003 (16 for 415 yds.)
[14.]  24.0, Lukas Graves, St. Joseph (SJ-Ogden)
[15.]  22.0, Jason Paproth, Auburn, 1996 (8 returns, 176 yds.)

Highest Punt Return Average (yards per return), Game

[1.]  85, Louis Schweitzer, Belleville (West) vs. Sparta, 1925
[2.]  70, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA) vs. Athens, 2007 (2 for 140 yds.)
[3.]  67, Nick Law, Heyworth vs. Cullom (Tri-Point), Sept. 2, 2005 (201 yds., 3 ret.)
[3.]  67, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA) vs. Fithian (Oakwood), 2007 (1 for 67 yds.)
[5.]  65.5, Jason Paproth, Auburn vs. Nokomis, 1996 (131 yds., 2 returns)
[6.]  55, Tim Spinder, East Peoria vs. Peoria (Woodruff), 1972 (1 ret.)
[7.]  53, Goerge Getschow, Wilmette (Loyola Academy) vs. Chicago (Leo), 1967
[7.]  53, Phil Steinmetz, Christopher vs. Elkville (Elverado), 1984
[7.]  53, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden) vs. Watseka, Oct. 6, 2000
[10.]  52.5, Mark Gones, St. Joseph (SJ-Ogden) vs. Cullom (Tri-Point), 2006 (2 for 105 yds.)

 Touchdowns on Punt Returns

Most Touchdowns on Punt Returns, Career

*[1.]  8, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1990-92
*[2.]  7, Stan Walker, Hampshire, 1975-1976
*[2.]  7, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1996-98
[4.]  6, Robbie Eaton, DuQuoin, 1991-92
[4.]  6, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1999-2001
[6.]  5, Robert Farmer, Bolingbrook, 1990-92
[6.]  5, Greg Williams, Bolingbrook, 1991-93
[8.]  4, Bob Grossner, Auburn, 1953-56
[8.]  4, Ernest Crank, Bolingbrook, 1986-88
[8.]  4, Greg Williams, Bolingbrook, 1991-93
[8.]  4, Craig Roscoe, Oswego, 1992
[8.]  4, Todd Howard, Bolingbrook, 1994-95
[8.]  4, Jeff Blackburn, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1996
[8.]  4, Justin Powers, Oneida (ROWVA), 1996-99
[8.]  4, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2000-03
[8.]  4, Mark Gones, St. Joseph (SJ-Ogden), 2006
[17.]  3, Louis Schweitzer, Belleville (West), 1925-1926
[17.]  3, Al Domescik, Auburn, 1953-56
[17.]  3, Scott Allen, St. Charles, 1995-96
[17.]  3, Matt Clark, Shelbyville, 1998

Most Touchdowns on Punt Returns, Season

*[1.]  5, Stan Walker, Hampshire, 1976
*[1.]  5, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac, 1997
[1.]  5, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA), 2007
[4.]  4, Al Colby, Wheaton, 1923
[4.]  4, Craig Roscoe, Oswego, 1992
[4.]  4, Robbie Eaton, DuQuoin, 1992
[4.]  4, Jeff Blackburn, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1996
[4.]  4, Kolin Peterson, Arcola, 1998
[4.]  4, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden), 2000
[4.]  4, Jason Horton, Naperville (Neuqua Valley), 2002
[4.]  4, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2003
[4.]  4, Mark Gones, St. Joseph (SJ-Ogden), 2006
[13.]  3, Tony Rodriguez, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1990
[13.]  3, Robert Farmer, Bolingbrook, 1992
[13.]  3, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1991, 1992
[13.]  3, Corey Day, Bolingbrook, 1993
[13.]  3, Scott Allen, St. Charles, 1996
[13.]  3, Justin Powers, Oneida (ROWVA), 1997
[13.]  3, Matt Clark, Shelbyville, 1998
[13.]  3, Adam Clapp, Oakland, 2000
[13.]  3, Lukas Graves, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 2007
[22.]  2, Louis Schweitzer, Belleville (West), 1925
[22.]  2, Jim Cryder, Morris, 1948
[22.]  2, Gary Hartshorn, Ottawa (Marquette), 1962
[22.]  2, Seth Smith, Carbondale, 1990
[22.]  2, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1991
[22.]  2, Paul Eatinger, Woodstock (Marian), 1994

Most Touchdowns on Punt Returns, Game

*[1.]  4, Al Colby, Wheaton vs. Sycamore, 1923
[2.]  3, Nick Law, Heyworth vs. Cullom (Tri-Point), Sept. 2, 2005
[3.]  2, Louis Schweitzer, Belleville (West) vs. Sparta, 1925
[3.]  2, Gary Hartshorn, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. Wheaton (Central), 1960
[3.]  2, Jim Fishel, Arcola vs. Georgetown (G.-Ridge Farm), Oct. 24, 1980 (55 and 45 yds.)
[3.]  2, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey) vs. Elk Grove Village (E.G.), 1991
[3.]  2, Craig Roscoe, Oswego vs. Maple Park (Kaneland), Sept. 11, 1992
[3.]  2, Chad Cline, Heyworth vs. Cullom (Tri-Point), Sept. 12, 1997
[3.]  2, Jeremy Sterzik, Pontiac vs. Bartonville (Limestone), Oct. 10, 1997 (45 and 40 yds.)
[3.]  2, Ryan Sjuts, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden) vs. Watseka, Oct. 6, 2000
[3.]  2, Adam Clapp, Oakland vs. Illiopolis, Oct. 13, 2000
[3.]  2, Reginald Gray, Chicago (Morgan Park) vs. Chicago (Harper), Nov. 13, 2001 (54 and 73 Yds.)
[3.]  2, Bryant Dority, Chicago (Vocational) vs. Chicago (Harlan), Sept. 12, 2002 (70 and 50 yds.)
[3.]  2, Tyler Holland, Glen Ellyn (Glenbard South) vs. Plainfield (South), Sept. 19, 2003 (52, 41 yds.)
[3.]  2, Lukas Graves, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden) vs. Watseka, 2007 (75 & 74 yds.)
[3.]  2, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA) vs. Athens, 2007
[3.]  2, Nick Territo, Petersburg (PORTA) vs. Mendon (Unity), 2007

 Kickoffs Returned

Most Kickoffs Returned, Career

[1.]  49, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1995-97
[2.]  43, Pat Pierce, Tuscola, 1989-92
[3.]  42, Steve Johnson, Arlington Hts. (Hersey), 1986-1988
[4.]  39, Derek Bowden, Bolingbrook, 1978-79
[5.]  38, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1990-91
[5.]  38, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1999
[7.]  37, Scott Shaeffer, Lewistown, 2004-06
[8.]  36, Derek Bowden, Bolingbrook, 1978-79
[8.]  36, Rod Schmidt, Marshall, 1986-1988
[10.]  35, Justin Powers, Oneida (ROWVA), 1996-99
[11.]  32, Steve Johnson, Arlington Hts. (Hersey), 1986-1987
[12.]  31, Brad Williams, Rochester, 1997-2000
[12.]  31, Jon Kornecki, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1998-99 (684 yds.)
[14.]  30, Jud Patterson, Auburn, 1985-88 (728 yds.)
[14.]  30, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1992-93
[16.]  28, Paul Jeffers, Rochester, 2001-02
[17.]  27, Chuck Miller, Fulton, 1972-1974
[17.]  27, Rob Schmidt, Marshall, 1986-1987
[17.]  27, Mike Mabrey, Albion (Edwards County), 1994
[20.]  24, Josh Layton, Toledo (Cumerlnd), 203-05

Most Kickoffs Returned, Season

[1.]  32, Nick Abernathy, Ottawa (Marquette), 2005 (590 yds.)
[2.]  27, Mike Mabrey, Albion (Edwards County), 1994
[3.]  23, Aaron Littig, Meredosia (M.-Chambersburg), 1993
[3.]  23, Jason Paproth, Auburn, 1996
[5.]  22, Mike Dill, Sciota (Northwestern), 1984
[5.]  22, Ryan Drazkowski, Ottawa (Marquette), 2006 (499 yds.)
[5.]  22, Scott Shaeffer, Lewistown, 2006
[8.]  21, Derek Bowden, Bolingbrook, 1978
[8.]  21, Buck Taft, Rochester, 1996
[10.]  20, Justin Royer, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1989
[10.]  20, Jason Cooper, Gillespie, 1997
[12.]  19, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1990
[12.]  19, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1991
[12.]  19, Pat Pierce, Tuscola, 1992
[12.]  19, Justin Niles, Shelbyville, 1999
[16.]  18, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1996
[17.]  17, Jon Kornecki, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1999
[17.]  17, Buddy Carroll, Vandalia, 2003 (423 yds.)
[19.]  16, Jud Patterson, Auburn, 1987
[19.]  16, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1993
[19.]  16, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1997
[19.]  16, Patrick Brown, Palatine (Fremd), 1998
[19.]  16, Jeremy Netzer, Addison (Dreiscoll), 2000

Most Kickoffs Returned, Game

[1.]  8, Kenny King, Park Forest (Rich East) vs. LaSalle (L.-Peru), Nov. 7, 1979 (8 for 146)
[2.]  7, John Mika, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Momence, Nov. 1, 1989
[2.]  7, Scott Kaestner, Waterloo (H.S.) vs. Belleville (Althoff), Nov. 1, 1989
[2.]  7, Greg Boitnott, Normal (Community) vs. Joliet (Catholic), Nov. 9, 1991
[2.]  7, Derrick Brown, Naperville (North) vs. Carol Stream (Glenbard North), Nov. 15, 1991

 Kickoff Return Yardage

Most Yards on Kickoff Returns, Career

[1.]  1,679, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1995-97
[2.]  1,131, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1997-99 (38 returns)
[3.]  1,054, Philip Goforth, Lisle (Benet), 2001-02 (38 returns)
[4.]  975, Steve Johnson, Arlington Hts. (Hersey), 1986-1988
[5.]  880, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1992-93
[6.]  843, Derek Bowden, Bolingbrook, 1978-79
[7.]  826, Justin Powers, Oneida (ROWVA), 1996-99
[8.]  782, Rick Considine, Amboy, 1978-1979
[9.]  772, Craig VanDuyne, Coal City, 1992-93
[10.]  770, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1990-91

Most Yards on Kickoff Returns, Season

[1.]  700, Pat Usher, New Lenox (Lincoln-Way), 1992
[2.]  680, Derek Bowden, Bolingbrook, 1979
[3.]  661, Aaron Littig, Meredosia (M.-Chambersburg), 1993 (23 returns)
[4.]  654, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1997
[5.]  652, Phillip Goforth, Lisle (Benet), 2002 (19 returns)
[6.]  590, Nick Abernathy, Ottawa (Marquette), 2005 (32 returns)
[7.]  559, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1996
[8.]  552, Tim McGugan, Chicago Hts. (Marian Catholic), 1978
[9.]  550, Sonny Usher, Mooseheart, 1989
[10.]  528, Stan Loyd, Auburn, 1978
[11.]  499, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs), 2003
[11.]  499, Ryan Drazkowski, Ottawa (Marquette), 2006 (22 returns)
[13.]  478, Jason Horton, Naperville (Neuqua Valley), 2002
[14.]  472, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1999
[15.]  471, Derek Bowden, Bolingbrook, 1978 (21 returns)
[16.]  469, Jason Cooper, Gillespie, 1997
[17.]  468, Jim Fishel, Arcola, 1982
[18.]  466, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1995
[19.]  437, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1992
[20.]  433, Joe Hyland, Lombard (Montini), 1993
[21.]  432, Justin Niles, Shelbyville, 1999
[22.]  431, Jud Patterson, Auburn, 1987
[23.]  423, Buddy Carroll, Vandalia, 2003 (17 ret.)
[24.]  419, Brad Alpert, Arlington Heights (Hersey), 1990

Most Yards on Kickoff Returns, Game

[1.]  279, Mike Murrie, Harrisburg vs. Mt. Carmel, Nov. 9, 1983 (6 for 279)
[2.]  268, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs) vs. Woodstock, Oct. 3, 2003 (4 returns)
[3.]  199, John Attaway, Monticello vs. Clinton, Oct. 21, 1994 (3 for 199)
[4.]  193, Rich Skiles, Taylor Ridge (Rockridge) vs. Kankakee (McNamara), Nov. 27, 1987 (6 returns)
[5.]  188, Quincy Smith, Melrose Park (Walther Lutheran) vs. Aurora (Christian), Sept. 17, 2004 (89 & 99 yds.)
[6.]  175, Clyde Kuehn, Belleville (West) vs. Webster Groves, MO, 1965
[7.]  165, Justin Niles, Shelbyville vs. Sullivan, Aug. 27, 1999
[8.]  162, Jason Horton, Naperville (Neuqua Valley) vs. Plainfield, Sept. 6, 2002
[9.]  160, Robbie Brown, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden) vs. Georgetown (G.-Ridge Farm), Sept. 15, 2000
[10.]  158, Derrek Feltner, Round Lake vs. Westosha (Wis.), Aug. 30, 2002 (80 & 78 yds.)
[11.]  155, Todd Cameron, Virden vs. East St. Louis (Assumption), Nov. 15, 1986 (5 returns)
[11.]  155, Chris Ewing, Argentia (A.-Oreana) vs. Gillespie, Nov. 3, 1991
[13.]  153, Dennis Sanders, Chicago (Dunbar) vs. Chicago (South Shore), Sept. 6, 2003
[14.]  150, Scott Allen, Hinsdale (Central) vs. Chicago (Mt. Carmel), Nov. 15, 1986
[15.]  144, Buddy Carroll, Vandalia vs. Greenville, Sept. 19, 2003
[16.]  143, Ryan Brown, Alexis vs. Carthage (Hancock Central), Nov. 12, 1988
[17.]  141, Chris Shank, Byron vs. Poplar Grove (North Boone), 1983
[18.]  140, Dean Crowley, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. Morton, 1984 (3 returns)

Longest Kickoff Return

[1.]  110, Walter Eckersall, Chicago (Hyde Park) vs. Chicago (South Division), 1902 (Note: Prior to 1912, the length of a football field was 110 yards.)
[2.]  101, Tom Anderson, Farmington vs. Eureka, 1942 (from 1 yd. deep in end zone)
[3.]  100, Fred Carman, Chicago (Marshall) vs. Chicago (Harrison), 1942
[3.]  100, Scott Dierking, West Chicago vs. Maple Park (Kaneland), Nov. 6, 1971
[3.]  100, Willie Collier, Springfield (Southeast) vs. Normal (Comminity), Oct. 29, 1982
[3.]  100, Dan McGrath, Downers Grove (South) vs. Wheaton (North), Sept. 6, 1991
[3.]  100, Matt Feasley, Normal (Community West) vs. Normal (Community), Sept. 25, 1998
[3.]  100, Garrett Edwards, Downers Grove (North) vs. Hinsdale (Central), Sept. 24, 2005
[9.]  99, Carl Shellenback, Barrington vs. North Chicago, 1975
[9.]  99, Scott Shonkwaler, Arcola vs. Monticello, 1975
[9.]  99, Jim Smith, Kankakee (Westview) vs. Olympia Fields (Rich Central), 1978
[9.]  99, Howard Patton, Darien (Hinsdale South) vs. Joliet (Catholic), 1981
[9.]  99, Marcos Gonzalo, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. Stanford (Olympia), Oct. 21, 1983
[9.]  99, Bernard Frye, Wheeling vs. Palatine (Fremd), 1984
[9.]  99, Jason Burns, Chicago (Julian) vs. Chicago (Bogan), 1988
[9.]  99, Shawn Scholtens, Downers Grove (North) vs. Elmhurst (York), Sept. 28, 1990
[9.]  99, Dan McGrath, Downers Grove (South) vs. Wheaton (North), Sept. 6, 1991
[9.]  99, Jim Mirabelli, Buffalo Grove vs. Chicago (Lane), Sept. 7, 1991
[9.]  99, Terry McKarle, Chicago (Tilden) vs. Chicago (King), Oct. 2, 1992
[9.]  99, Rhassan Smith, Decatur (Stephen Decatur) vs. Bloomington (H.S.), 1993
[9.]  99, Desmaris Harris, Dolton (Thornridge) vs. South Holland (Thornwood), 1994
[9.]  99, Jim Martello, Tinley Park (Andrew) vs. New Lenox (Lincoln-Way), 1994
[9.]  99, Chuck Hilman, Oneida (ROWVA) vs. Cambridge, Oct. 10, 1997
[9.]  99, Jake Shields, Plainfield (H.S.) vs. Geneva, Oct. 15, 1999
[9.]  99, Eddie Austin, Belleville (West) vs. Troy (Triad), Oct. 22, 1999
[9.]  99, Guillermo Davis, Belleville (West) vs. O'Fallon, Oct. 19, 2000
[9.]  99, Mike Cholipsky, Frankfort (Lincoln-Way East) vs. Park Ridge (Maine South), Aug. 31, 2002
[9.]  99, Lane Sibley, Plano vs. Wilmington, Sept. 20, 2002
[9.]  99, Quincy Smith, Melrose Park (Walther Lutheran) vs. Aurora (Christian), Sept. 17, 2004
[9.]  99, Adam Patterson, New Berlin vs. Maroa (M.-Forsyth), Nov. 13, 2004 (playoffs)
[9.]  99, Johnny Borsellino, Lombard (Montini) vs. Springfield (Sacred Heart-Griffin), Aug. 27, 2005
[9.]  99, Mark D'Angelo, McHenry vs. Crystal Lake (Prairie Ridge), Sept. 7, 2007
[9.]  99, A.J. Erzen, Bethalto (Civic Memorial) vs. Highland, Sept. 28, 2007
[9.]  99, A.J. Erzen, Bethalto (Civic Memorial) vs. Highland, Sept. 28, 2007
[35.]  98, Wayne Johnson, Dwight vs. Gardner, 1949
[35.]  98, Bill Washburn, Morris vs. Streator (H.S.), 1975
[35.]  98, Jamie Kuntzmiller, Sycamore vs. Morris, 1977
[35.]  98, Don Fredericks, Barrington vs. Arlington Heights (Arlington), 1980
[35.]  98, Don Rice, Carlinville vs. Alton (Marquette), Nov. 10, 1982
[35.]  98, Steve Johnson, Arlington Hts. (Hersey) vs. Hoffman Estates, 1986
[35.]  98, Jeff Bird, Spring Valley (Hall) vs. Fairbury (Prairie Central), Nov. 4, 1987
[35.]  98, Chris Moore, East St. Louis (Sr.) vs. East Moline (United), Nov. 1, 1989
[35.]  98, Justin Harper, Morton vs. Streator (Twp.), Nov. 1, 1991
[35.]  98, J.D. Williams, Palatine (H.S.) vs. Barrington, Oct. 2, 1992
[35.]  98, Bubba Mariani, Palatine (H.S.) vs. Hoffman Estates (Conant), 1994
[35.]  98, Kirk Wilderspin, St. Charles vs. Aurora (West), 1994
[35.]  98, Yaree Collins, Chicago (Prosser) vs. Chicago (Marshall), 1994
[35.]  98, Kevin Taylor, Glenview (Glenbrook South) vs. Des Plaines (Maine West), Sept. 12, 1996
[35.]  98, Chad Nice, Morrison vs. Gibson City (G.C.-Melvin-Sibley), Oct. 30, 1999
[35.]  98, Quinten Ponius, Rockford (Boylan) vs. Crysrtal Lake (Prairie Ridge), Nov. 2,2002
[35.]  98, Lance Jones, Lansing (Thornton Fractional South) vs. Calumet City (Thornton Fractional North), Nov. 8, 2002 (playoffs)
[35.]  98, Chaise Tjhomas, Spring Valley (Hall) vs. Wilmington, Nov. 9, 2002

 Kickoff Return Average

Highest Kickoff Return Average (yards per attempt), Career

[1.]  71.3, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs), 2003 (7 returns for 499 yds.)
[2.]  59.8, Jason Horton, Naperville (Neuqua Valley), 2001-02 (8 for 478 yds.)
[3.]  41.6, Adam Clapp, Oakland, 1998-2001
[4.]  40.7, Eddie Austin, Belleville (West), 1999-2000 (13 for 530 yds.)
[5.]  36.2, Guillermo Davis, Belleville (West), 1999-2002 (19 for 688 yds.)
[6.]  35.9, Craig VanDuyne, Coal City, 1992-93
[7.]  34.26, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1995-97 (49 for 1679 yds.)
[8.]  33.8, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2000-03 (25 for 847 yds.)
[9.]  32.5, Rick Considine, Amboy, 1978-1979
[10.]  30.0, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1997-99

Highest Kickoff Return Average (yards per attempt), Season

[1.]  71.3, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs), 2003 (7 returns for 499 yds.)
[2.]  59.8, Jason Horton, Naperville (Neuqua Valley), 2002 (8 for 478 yds.)
[3.]  55.0, Nate Herkert, Petersburg (PORTA), 2007 (3 for 165 ys.)
[4.]  47.0, Adam Clapp, Oakland, 2000 (6 for 282 yds.)
[5.]  42.3, Eddie Austin, Belleville (West), 2000 (9 for 381)
[6.]  40.9, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1997 (16 for 654 yds.)
[7.]  40.8, Robbie Brown, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden), 2000 (7 for 286 yds.)
[8.]  40.0, Craig VanDuyne, Coal City, 1993
[9.]  39.7, Ashton Gronewold. Carthage, 2003 (8 for 318 yds.)
[10.]  38.7, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2002
[10.]  38.7, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2002 (10 for 387 yds.)
[12.]  37.7, Stan Loyd, Auburn, 1978
[12.]  37.7, Doug Stoutlin, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1986 (6 for 226 yds.)
[14.]  37.4, Uhlon Rich, Belleville, 2001 (9 for 337 yds.)
[15.]  37, Pat New, Lisle (Benet), 1986
[16.]  36.8, Guillermo, Belleville (West), 1999 (9 for 331 yds.)
[17.]  36.6, Dean Crowley, Ottawa (Marquette), 1984 (5 for 183 yds.)
[18.]  36, Mike Theodosakis, Mt. Prospect (Prospect), 1986

Highest Kickoff Return Average (yards per attempt), Game

[1.]  87.5, Clyde Kuehn, Belleville (West) vs. Webster Groves, MO, 1965
[2.]  86.0, Kris Donaldson, Vandalia vs. Piasa (Southwestern), Oct. 24, 1997 (1 return)
[3.]  83.5, Darrell Thurmond, Mascoutah vs. St. Jacob (Triad), 1977
[4.]  81.0, Jason Horton, Naperville (Neuqua Valley) vs. Plainfield, Sept. 6, 2002 (2 for 162 yds.)
[5.]  80.0, Robbie Brown, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden) vs. Georgetown (G.-Ridge Farm), Sept. 15, 2000
[6.]  80, Justin Dunn, Chicago (Agricultural Science) vs. Chicago (Tilden), Sept. 9, 2005
[7.]  67.0, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs) vs. Woodstock, Oct. 3, 2003 (4 returns for 268 yds.)

 Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns

Most Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns, Career

*[1.]  7, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1995-97
*[2.]  6, Mike Williams, Cuba, 1994
*[2.]  6, Ashton Gronewold, Carthage, 2000-03
[4.]  5, Walter Eckersall, Chicago (Hyde Park), 1900-02
[4.]  5, Mike Gilmartin, Lombard (Montini), 1984-85
[4.]  5, Craig VanDuyne, Coal City, 1992-93
[4.]  5, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin), 1997-99
[4.]  5, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs), 2003

Most Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns, Season

*[1.]  6, Mike Williams, Cuba, 1994
*[2.]  5, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs), 2003
*[3.]  4, Walter Eckersall, Chicago (Hyde Park), 1902
*[3.]  4, Tim McGugan, Chicago Hts. (Marian Catholic), 1978
*[3.]  4, Mike Gilmartin, Lombard (Montini), 1984
*[3.]  4, Craig VanDuyne, Coal City, 1993
*[3.]  4, Jason Smith, Pontiac, 1994
*[3.]  4, Eric Bava, Riverside (R.-Brookfield), 1997
[3.]  4, Jeremy Rhodes, Chicago (Brother Rice), 2007

Most Touchdowns on Kickoff Returns, Game

*[1.]  3, Mike Gilmartin, Lombard (Montini) vs. Chicago Heights (Marian), 1984
*[1.]  3, Sam Shepherd, Algonquin (Jacobs) vs. Woodstock, Oct. 3, 2003
[3.]  2, Walter Eckersall, Chicago (Hyde Park) vs. Chicago (West Division), 1902
[3.]  2, Clyde Kuehn, Belleville (West) vs. Webster Graves, MO, 1965 (cons.)
[3.]  2, David Rhodes, Pittsfield vs. Winchester, 1977
[3.]  2, Stan Loyd, Auburn vs. Divernon, 1978
[3.]  2, Tim McGugan, Chicago Hts. (Marian Catholic) vs. Bolingbrook, 1978
[3.]  2, Chris Johnson, Metamora vs. East Peoria, Sept. 18, 1992 (both 82)
[3.]  2, Tony Shragel, Knoxville vs. Orion, Sept. 25, 1992 (94 and 65 yds.)
[3.]  2, Mike Hawks, Petersburg (PORTA) vs. Eureka, 1993
[3.]  2, Brett Johnson, Pekin vs. Peoria (Notre Dame), 1994
[3.]  2, John Attaway, Monticello vs. Clinton, 1994 (both 92 yds.)
[3.]  2, Mike Williams, Cuba vs. Monmouth (Yorkwood), 1994
[3.]  2, Eric West, Colfax (Ridgeview) vs. Paxton (P.-Buckley-Loda), 1996 (94 & 90 yds.)
[3.]  2, Dirks, Moweaqua (Central A & M) vs. Maroa (M.-Forsyth), Oct. 9, 1998 (87 & 85 yds.)
[3.]  2, Dennis Sanders, Chicago (Dunbar) vs. Chicago (South Shore), Sept. 6, 2003
[3.]  2, Quincy Smith, Melrose Park (Walther Lutheran) vs. Aurora (Christian), Sept. 17, 2004 (89 & 99 yds.)
[3.]  2, Anthony Seay, Midlothian (Bremen) vs. Country Club Hills (Hillcrest), Sept. 23, 2005 (85 yds., twice)

 Individual Defense

 Passes Intercepted

Most Passes Intercepted, Career

[1.]  28, Jason Henry, Tolono (Unity), 1996-97
[2.]  27, Bob Westerkamp, Lombard (Montini), 1979-82
[3.]  25, Al Lakomskis, New Lenox (Providence), 1991-93
[4.]  24, Jim Braksick, Flanagan, 1971-1974
[4.]  24, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.), 2003-06
[4.]  24, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.), 2003-06
[7.]  23, Mike McKibben, Tinley Park (Andrew), 1990-91
[8.]  22, Chris Vandeventer, Villa Grove, 1989-92
[9.]  21, Drew Hummel, Auburn, 1979-82
[9.]  21, Mike Wright, Morris, 1988-89
[9.]  21, Sean Knox, White Hall (North Greene), 2001-04
[12.]  20, Michael Meunier, New Lenox (Providence), 1981-83
[12.]  20, Brett Thompson, Walnut (W.-LaMoille), 1989-91
[12.]  20, Chris Katzmark, Rochester, 2000-02
[12.]  20, Dexter Reid, Mundelein (Carmel), 2000-02
[16.]  19, Ben Moss, Lake Forest (H.S.), 1991-93
[17.]  18, Mike Howlett, Schaumburg, 1986
[17.]  18, Clint Wherley, Beardstown, 2001-03
[19.]  17, John Fishel, Arcola, 1974-77
[20.]  16, Chad Hopkins, Arcola, 1985-88
[20.]  16, Ken Radcliffe, Richmond (R.-Burton), 1986-1987
[20.]  16, Roger Hauri, Richmond (R.-Burton), 1986-1989
[20.]  16, Patrick Farritor, Midlothian (Bremen), 1989-91
[20.]  16, Michael Pierce, Chatham (Glenwood), 1997-98
[25.]  15, E. J. Viking, Mooseheart, 1982-85
[25.]  15, Brad Schmitt, Coal City, 1992-93
[25.]  15, Chris Daniels, Auburn, 1999-2002

Most Passes Intercepted, Season

[1.]  16, Mike Wright, Morris, 1989
[2.]  15, Alan Lakomskis, New Lenox (Providence), 1992
[2.]  15, Bill Brune, Springfield (Sacred Heart-Griffin), 1995
[2.]  15, Jason Henry, Tolono (Unity), 1996
[2.]  15, Chris Katzmark, Rochester, 2002
[6.]  14, Gary Chinn, Kankakee (McNamara), 1981
[6.]  14, Kevin Brunstein, Concord (Triopia), 1988
[6.]  14, Drake Marshall, Belleville (Althoff), 1990
[9.]  13, George Chianakas, Eureka, 1942
[9.]  13, Norm Botteron, Hampshire, 1968
[9.]  13, Ed Harseim, Morris, 1969
[9.]  13, Bob Westerkamp, Lombard (Montini), 1982
[9.]  13, Eric Parker, Joliet (Twp.), 1995
[9.]  13, Jason Henry, Tolono (Unity), 1997
[9.]  13, Al Mau, Frankfort (Lincoln-Way East), 2005
[16.]  12, Mark Harrington, Morris, 1983
[16.]  12, Michael Meunier, New Lenox (Providence), 1983
[16.]  12, Mike McKibben, Tinley Park (Andrew), 1991
[16.]  12, Brad Schmitt, Coal City, 1993
[16.]  12, Sean Knox, White Hall (North Greene), 2003
[16.]  12, Chris Schultz, Plainfield (Central), 2007
[22.]  11, Gary Evans, Colfax (Octavia), 1974
[22.]  11, Bret Melton, Kirkland (Hiawatha), 1983
[22.]  11, J. Hagan, Granite City, 1986
[22.]  11, Dwayne Rose, East St. Louis (Sr.), 1988
[22.]  11, Scott Attig, Walnut, 1988
[22.]  11, Selby Howard, Normal (University), 1989
[22.]  11, Chris Vandeventer, Villa Grove, 1990
[22.]  11, Trevor Elliott, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1996
[22.]  11, Michael Pierce, Chatham (Glenwood), 1998
[22.]  11, Chad Mowery, Johnston City, 2000
[22.]  11, Rob Anderson, Hinsdale (Central), 2001
[22.]  11, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.), 2005
[22.]  11, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.), 2005
[35.]  10, Curt Heibenthal, El Paso, 1968
[35.]  10, Jeff Moore, Arcola, 1978
[35.]  10, Jim Manley, Assumption, 1979
[35.]  10, Kelly Newlin, Lawrenceville, 1979
[35.]  10, Craig Robertson, Monmouth (Warren), 1980
[35.]  10, Bob Westerkamp, Lombard (Montini), 1981
[35.]  10, Neal Hermanson, Bolingbrook, 1986
[35.]  10, Curt Mink, Assumption, 1987
[35.]  10, Ken Radcliffe, Richmond (R.-Burton), 1987
[35.]  10, Ben Moss, Lake Forest (H.S.), 1993
[35.]  10, Eric Parker, Joliet (Twp.), 1996
[35.]  10, Travis Oliver, Chicago (Hubbard), 1998
[35.]  10, Gentre Graham, Lewistown, 1999
[35.]  10, Matt Brewer, Springfield (Sacred Heart-Griffin), 2001
[35.]  10, Reginald Gray, Chicago (Morgan Park), 2001
[35.]  10, Sean Fahey, Deerfield, 2003
[35.]  10, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.), 2006
[35.]  10, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.), 2006
[35.]  10, Tom Thomas, Oak Lawn (Richards), 2006

Most Passes Intercepted, Game

*[1.]  6, Derek Warner, Rantoul vs. Gibson City, 1973
*[1.]  6, Chad Thoma, Bloomington (Central Catholic) vs. Clinton, Oct. 11, 1991
*[3.]  5, Tom Maloney, Alton (Marquette) vs. Wentzville, MO, 1975
*[3.]  5, Mark Larimore, Mascoutah vs. Wood River (East Alton-W.R.), 1977
*[3.]  5, Bob Westerkamp, Lombard (Montini) vs. Olympia Fields (Rich Central), 1982
[6.]  4, Dick Thomas, Rock Island (H.S.) vs. East Moline (United), 1949
[6.]  4, Jerry Hewerdine, Fisher vs. LeRoy, Sept. 23, 1966
[6.]  4, Ken Klimes, Berwyn (Morton West) vs. Villa Park (Willowbrook), Oct. 4, 1969
[6.]  4, Tom Nardi, Auburn vs. Pawnee, 1971
[6.]  4, Jim Blome, Belleville (Althoff) vs. Alton, Oct. 21, 1972
[6.]  4, James Ambrose, LeRoy vs. Heyworth, 1979
[6.]  4, Brad Fanale, Riverton vs. Havana, 1982
[6.]  4, Rob Neirynck, Bloomington (Central Catholic) vs. Villa Grove, Nov. 9, 1983
[6.]  4, Paul Petty, Pittsfield vs. Quincy (Notre Dame), 1984
[6.]  4, Jason Knapp, Morris vs. Ottawa (Twp.), 1986
[6.]  4, Joe Starkey, Streator (Twp.) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), Sept. 20, 1986
[6.]  4, Joe Starkey, Streator (Twp.) vs. Chillicothe (Illinois Valley Central), Sept. 20, 1986
[6.]  4, Pat New, Lisle (Benet) vs. Lombard (Montini), Oct. 4, 1986
[6.]  4, Ryan Cox, Rossville (R.-Alvin) vs. Bement, Nov. 4, 1989
[6.]  4, Ryan Treiber, Gurnee (Warren) vs. Vernon Hills, Sept. 20, 2002
[6.]  4, Chris Slater, Martinsville vs. Flora, Sept. 19, 2003
[6.]  4, Sean Knox, White Hall (North Greene) vs. Rushville, Nov. 1, 2003
[6.]  4, Pagel Williams, Chicago (Morgan Park) vs. Chicago (Harper), Sept. 11, 2004
[6.]  4, Sean Knox, White Hall (North Greene) vs. Greenfield, Sept. 17, 2004
[6.]  4, Benjamin Mathis, Springfieldd (H.S.) vs. Collinsville, Aug. 24, 2007
[6.]  4, Chris Schultz, Plainfield (Central) vs. Oswego (East), Sept. 7, 2007
[6.]  4, Mike Tauchman, Palatine (Fremd) vs. Palatine (H.S.), Sept. 28, 2007
[6.]  4, Mike Tauchman, Palatine (Fremd) vs. Palatine (H.S.), Sept. 28, 2007
[29.]  3, Tim Cunningham, Orland Park (Sandburg) vs. Naperville (North), Aug. 27, 2004
[29.]  3, Adam Vloedman, Palos Hts. (Chicago Christian) vs. Melrose Park (Walther Lutheran), Oct. 15, 2004
[29.]  3, Colin Luczynski, Frankfort (Lincoln-Way East) vs. Lockport (Twp.), Oct. 29, 2004
[29.]  3, Andy Lange, Rolling Meadows vs. Chicago (St. Patrick), Nov. 5, 2004
[29.]  3, Kyle Hudson, Mattoon vs. Highland, Nov. 15, 2004
[29.]  3, Dean Beck, Hebron-A.) vs. Mooseheart, 2005
[29.]  3, Dean Beck, Hebron-A.) vs. Mooseheart, 2005
[29.]  3, Joe Gibson, Chicago (Brother Rice) vs. Kankakee (McNamara), Sept. 2, 2005
[29.]  3, Mike Collins, LaGrange (Lyons) vs. Hillside (Proviso West), Sept. 23, 2005
[29.]  3, Adam Cunningham, Peoria (Richwoods) vs. Peoria (Notre Dame), Oct. 14, 2005
[29.]  3, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.) vs. Marantha (Baptist), 2006
[29.]  3, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.) vs. Marantha (Baptist), 2006
[29.]  3, James Glaesser, Chicago (Lane) vs. Chicago (Curie), Oct. 13, 2006
[29.]  3, John Borsellino, Lombard (Montini) vs. Aurora (Marmion), Sept. 22, 2007
[29.]  3, John Borsellino, Lombard (Montini) vs. Aurora (Marmion), Sept. 22, 2007
[29.]  3, Matt Nelsen, Cary (C.-Grove) vs. Woodstock (H.S.), Oct. 20, 2007
[29.]  3, Matt Nelsen, Cary (C.-Grove) vs. Woodstock (H.S.), Oct. 20, 2007
[29.]  3, Michael Panno, Pontiac vs. Jacksonville (H.S.), Oct. 27, 2007 (state p-layoffs)
[29.]  3, Michael Panno, Pontiac vs. Normal (University), Nov. 3, 2007 (state playoffs)
[48.]  2, Andrew Hoppe, Northbrook (Glenbrook North) vs. Waukegan, Sept. 15, 20072
[48.]  2, Rashaan Melvon, Wauken vs, Northbrook (Glenbrook North), Sept.15, 2007
[48.]  2, Rashaan Melvon, Wauken vs, Northbrook (Glenbrook North), Sept.15, 2007
[48.]  2, Jason Conn, Arcola vs Lovington, Oct. 13, 2000
[48.]  2, Kevin Johnson, Lake Zurich vs. Deerfield, Novv. 6, 2006
[48.]  2, Dan Hess, Naperville (North) vs. Flossmoor (Homewood-F.), 2007 (state semifinals)
[48.]  2, Brian Flaheaty, Lewistown vs. Pleasant Plains, Aug. 24, 2007
[48.]  2, James Allen, Chicago (Steinmetz vs. Chicago (Dyett), Aug. 24, 2007
[48.]  2, Chris Mulligan, Elmhurst (Immaculate Conception) vs. Melrose Park (Walther Lutheran), Aug. 31, 2007
[48.]  2, Shane Holl, Batavis vs. West Chicago, Aug. 31. 2007
[48.]  2, Kyle Duffy, Ottawa (Twp.) vs. East Moline (United), Sept. 7, 2007
[48.]  2, Neal Turner, Streator (Twp.) vs. Fairbury (Prairie Central), Sept. 7, 2007
[48.]  2, Joe Okon, Rolling Meadows vs. Hoffman Estates (H.S.), Sept. 14, 2007
[48.]  2, Joe Okon, Rolling Meadows vs. Hoffman Estates (H.S.), Sept. 14, 2007
[48.]  2, Luke Jackson, Peotone vs. Braidwood (Reed Custer), Sept. 14, 2007
[48.]  2, Luke Jackson, Peotone vs. Braidwood (Reed Custer), Sept. 14, 2007
[48.]  2, Andrew Hoppe, Northbrook (Glenbrook North) vs. Waukegan, Sept. 15, 2007
[48.]  2, Stan Pheteau, Rolling Meadows vs. Wheeling, Sept. 20, 2007
[48.]  2, Stan Pheteau, Rolling Meadows vs. Wheeling, Sept. 20, 2007
[48.]  2, Alex Vitkauskas, Chicago (St. Rita) vs. New Lenox (Providence), Sept. 21, 2007
[48.]  2, Alex Vitkauskas, Chicago (St. Rita) vs. New Lenox (Providence), Sept. 21, 2007
[48.]  2, Max Timmons, Cary (C.-Grove) vs. Crystal Lake (South), Oct. 12, 2007
[48.]  2, Max Timmons, Cary (C.-Grove) vs. Crystal Lake (South), Oct. 12, 2007
[48.]  2, Pattrick Ziegenfuss, Mt. Prospect (Prospect) vs. Buffalo Grove, Oct. 19, 2007
[48.]  2, Pattrick Ziegenfuss, Mt. Prospect (Prospect) vs. Buffalo Grove, Oct. 19, 2007
[48.]  2, David Bradford, Chicago (De LaSalle) vs. McHenry, Oct. 26, 2007 (state playoffs)
[48.]  2, David Bradford, Chicago (De LaSalle) vs. McHenry, Oct. 26, 2007 (state playoffs)
[48.]  2, Mike Dore, LaGrange Park) vs.Chicago (Manley), Oct. 27, 2007 (state playoffs)
[48.]  2, Mike Dore, LaGrange Park) vs.Chicago (Manley), Oct. 27, 2007 (state playoffs)
[48.]  2, Ken Eichotst, New Lenox (Providence) vs. Bloomington (H.S.), Nov. 3, 2007 (state playoffs)
[48.]  2, Ken Eichotst, New Lenox (Providence) vs. Bloomington (H.S.), Nov. 23, 2007 (state title game)
[48.]  2, Dave Schwabe, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Bloomington (Catholic), Nov. 24, 2007 (1 for td, 49 yds.state title game)

Most Touchdowns on Interception Returns, Career

[1.]  5, Joe Roberts, El Paso, 1920-1922
[2.]  4, Jason Henry, Tolono (Unity), 1996-97

Most Touchdowns on Interception Returns, Season

[1.]  6, Eric Parker, Joliet (Twp.), 1995
[2.]  4, George Chianakas, Eureka, 1942
[2.]  4, Arthur Sargent, East St. Louis (Sr.), 1985
[2.]  4, Jake Lindley, Schaumburg, 1996
[5.]  3, Don Cash Seaton, El Paso, 1917
[5.]  3, Joe Roberts, El Paso, 1922
[5.]  3, Geo Votava, Belleville (West), 1923
[5.]  3, Jim Cryder, Morris, 1948
[5.]  3, Don Ballard, Greenfield, 1961
[5.]  3, Gregg Gundy, Flanagan, 1974
[5.]  3, Bret Melton, Kirkland (Hiawatha), 1983
[5.]  3, Rob Hakes, Minonk (Fieldcrest), 1993
[5.]  3, Shannon Heston, Bethalto (Civic Memorial), 1993
[5.]  3, Jason Henry, Tolono (Unity), 1997
[5.]  3, Michael Dietrich, Lake Zurich, 2006

Most Touchdowns on Interception Returns, Game

[1.]  3, Geo Votava, Belleville (West) vs. Granite City, 1923
[1.]  3, George Chianakas, Eureka vs. Farmington, 1942
[1.]  3, Colin Luczynski, Frankfort (Lincoln-Way East) vs. Lockport (Twp.), Oct. 29, 2004
[1.]  3, Joe Gibson, Chicago (Brother Rice) vs. Kankakee (McNamara), Sept. 3, 2005
[5.]  2, Bob Enger, Morris vs. Dwight, 1947
[5.]  2, Don Ballard, Greenfield vs. Carrollton, Nov. 10, 1961
[5.]  2, Mike Heaton, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. Wheaton (St. Francis), Nov. 3, 1962
[5.]  2, Jed Waters, Morris vs. Sheridan, 1965
[5.]  2, Mike Harris, Normal (Community) vs. Washington, Oct. 3, 1969
[5.]  2, Bret Melton, Kirkland (Hiawatha) vs. Rockford (Lutheran), 1983
[5.]  2, Steve Zuber, Assumption vs. Moweaqua, 1985
[5.]  2, Bobby Bowser, Bridgeport (Red Hill) vs. Albion (Edwards County), 1986
[5.]  2, Jason Long, Metamora vs. Bartonville (Limestone), 1991
[5.]  2, Shannon Hamilton, Chicago (Kennedy) vs. Chicago (Crane), Sept. 12, 1991
[5.]  2, Matt Spittler, Martinsville vs. Broadlands (Heritage), Sept. 18, 1992 (55 and 88 yds.)
[5.]  2, Ryan Wallace, Monmouth (H.S.) vs. Taylor Ridge (Rockridge), Oct. 12, 1992
[5.]  2, Carlos Burns, Chicago (Robeson) vs. Chicago (DuSable), 1993
[5.]  2, Rob Hakes, Minonk (Fieldcrest) vs. Mackinaw (Deer Creek-M.), 1993
[5.]  2, Marcus Smith, Bolingbrook vs. Burbank (Reavis), 1995
[5.]  2, John Buckley, Chicago (Brother Rice) vs. Burbank (St. Laurence), Sept. 9, 1995
[5.]  2, Lance Shaner, Toulon (Stark County) vs. Bradford, 1996
[5.]  2, Travis Andrew, Clinton vs. Warrensburg (W.-Latham), Sept. 5, 1997 (70 and 60 yds)
[5.]  2, Kip Daniels, Colfax (Ridgeview) vs. Gridley, Sept. 12, 1997 (50 and 58 yds)
[5.]  2, David Splithoff, Northbrook (Glenbrook North) vs. Des Plaines (Maine West), Oct. 1, 1999
[5.]  2, Travann Hayes, Elgin (Larkin) vs. Aurora (East), Oct. 1, 1999 (41 and 43 yds.)
[5.]  2, Bob Harazin, Wheaton (St. Francis) vs. , (75 & 80 Yds.), 2000
[5.]  2, Marcus Reynolds. Chicago (De La Salle) vs. Chicago (St. Francis de Sales), Aug. 26, 2000 (41 & 71 yds.)
[5.]  2, Ryan Armetta, Mahomet (M.-Seymour) vs. Charleston, Sept. 8, 2000
[5.]  2, John Moore, Lemont vs. Elmwood Park, Oct. 15, 2001
[5.]  2, Karmie Williams, Chicago (Dunbar) vs. Bradley (B.-Bourbonnais), Sept. 6, 2002
[5.]  2, Chris Cryder, Morris vs. Norridge (Ridgewood), Oct. 25, 2002
[5.]  2, Dan Volpe, carol Stream (Glenbard North) vs. Wheaton (North), Sept. 10, 2004 (53 & 45 yds.)
[5.]  2, Jake Gaebler, Mundelein (H.S.) vs. Lake Forest, Oct. 8, 2004
[5.]  2, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.) vs. Moodeheart, 2005
[5.]  2, Dean Beck, Hebron (Alden-H.) vs. Moodeheart, 2005
[5.]  2, Colin Greiner, New Lenox (Lincoln-Way Central) vs. Tinley Park (Andrew), Sept. 2, 2005
[5.]  2, Patrick Ziegenfuss, Mt. Prospect (Prospect) vs. Buffalo Grove, Oct. 19, 2007
[5.]  2, Patrick Ziegenfuss, Mt. Prospect (Prospect) vs. Buffalo Grove, Oct. 19, 2007

Longest Interception Return for Touchdown

[1.]  109, Kevin Parker, Round Lake vs. Waucondo, Sept. 28, 2002
[2.]  107, Tony DiMonte, Barrington vs. Palatine (Fremd), Sept. 23, 2004
[3.]  106, Mike Durham, Dunlap vs. Pontiac, Oct. 5, 1990
[4.]  105, Eric Bush, Quincy (Sr.) vs. East Peoria, Oct. 25, 1985
[4.]  105, Blain Carr, Chatham (Glenwood) vs. Taylorville, Sept. 10, 2004
[6.]  104, Jim Kelly, Elmwood Park vs. Riverside (R.-Brookfield), Nov. 2, 1985
[6.]  104, Mat Quinn, Chicago (Marist) vs. Burbank (St. Laurence), 1986
[8.]  103, Scott Toberman, Nokomis vs. Palmyra (Northwestern), 1986
[8.]  103, Shannon Washington, Evanston (Twp.) vs. Highland Park, 1991
[8.]  103, Chris Dockery, Lisle (Sr.) vs. Addison (Driscoll), Nov. 6, 1991
[8.]  103, Jason McDearmon, Morrison vs. Port Byron (Riverdale), Sept. 25, 1998
[8.]  103, Adam Mock, Mattoon vs. Chicago (Robeson), Nov. 2, 2002 (1st round, playoffs)
[13.]  102, Tom Grimm, Tremont vs. Cuba, 1977
[13.]  102, Dryke Maricle, Peoria Heights vs. Tremont, 1991
[13.]  102, Todd McPartlin, New Lenox (Providence) vs. Chicago Heights (Marian Catholic), 1992 (playoff)
[13.]  102, Matt Hanlon, Gilman (Iroquois West) vs. Watseka, Oct. 23, 1992
[13.]  102, Trevor Carlson, Woodhull (AlWood) vs. Oneida (ROWVA), Oct. 8, 2004
[13.]  102, Jasper DeBerry, Chicago (Fenger) vs. Chicago (Farragut), Sept. 11, 2005
[19.]  101, John Day, Springfield (Lanphier) vs. Pekin, Oct. 16, 1992
[19.]  101, Matt Peyton, Vandalia vs. Shelbyville, Oct. 8, 1993
[19.]  101, Derek Stephens, Fairbury (Prairie Central) vs. Stanford (Olympia), Sept. 17, 1999
[19.]  101, Aaron Sanders, Palos Hts. (Chicago Christian) vs.Wheeling, Sept. 8, 2000
[19.]  101, John Dergo, Morris vs. Geneva, Aug. 26, 2005
[19.]  101, David Schwabe, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Chillicthe (Illinois Valley Central), Nov. 3, 2007 (state playoffs)
[19.]  101, David Schwabe, Addison (Driscoll) vs. Chillicthe (Illinois Valley Central), Nov. 3, 2007 (state playoffs)
[26.]  100, Larry Knapp, El Paso vs. Lexington, Oct. 9, 1964
[26.]  100, Tony Lubrant, Gillespie vs. Highland, 1967
[26.]  100, John Longeville, Atkinson vs. LaMoille, 1977
[26.]  100, Tim Howard, Auburn vs. Riverton, 1980
[26.]  100, Landis Loewen, El Paso vs. Chenoa, Sept. 29, 1981
[26.]  100, Kevin Pleasant, Roselle (Lake Park) vs. Carol Stream (Glenbard North), Aug. 31, 1985
[26.]  100, Mike Senese, Lombard (Montini) vs. Elgin (St. Edward), 1987
[26.]  100, Albert Barnett, Lockport (Twp.) vs. Bolingbrook, 1992
[26.]  100, B.J. Bellafiore, Aurora (Marmion) vs. LaGrange Park (Nazareth), 1992
[26.]  100, Tim Hogan, Macon vs. Tuscola, 1993
[26.]  100, Bubba Mariani, Palatine (H.S.) vs. Barrington, Sept. 27, 1996
[26.]  100, Pat Vance, Pontiac vs. Washington, 1997
[26.]  100, Semaj Allen, Metamore vs. East Peoria, Sept. 19, 1997
[26.]  100, Jared Donley, Cullom (Tri-Point) vs. Streator (Woodland), Oct. 8, 1999
[26.]  100, Bret Smith, Monmouth (Warren) vs. Freeport (Aquin), Oct. 30, 1999
[26.]  100, Maurice Houston, Chicago (Taft) vs. Chicago (Schurz), Oct. 6, 2000
[42.]  99, Dave Rogers, Yorkville vs. Marseilles, Nov. 5, 1965
[42.]  99, Juan Herrera, Arcola vs. Villa Grove, 1992
[42.]  99, David Gruber, Atwood (A.-Hammond) vs. Villa Grove, Oct. 2, 1992
[42.]  99, Azikiwa Green, Palos Hills (Shepard) vs. Dolton (Thornridge), Oct. 9, 1992
[42.]  99, Ken Mason, Chicago (Hubbard) vs. Chicago (Senn), Oct. 30, 1992
[42.]  99, Josh Gunning, Carthage vs. Pittsfield, Oct. 15, 1999
[42.]  99, Adam Witvoet, Herscher vs. Bloomington (Central Catholic), Sept. 27, 2002
[42.]  99, Todd Pitsley, Hume (Shiloh-East Central) vs. Okaw Valley), Aug. 29, 2003
[42.]  99, Gary Jones, Albion (Edwards County) vs. Casey (C.-Westfield), Sept. 23, 2005
[42.]  99, Steve Polard, Hoffman Estates (Conant) vs. Schaumburg (H.S.), Sept. 29, 2006

Most Fumbles Recovered, Career

[1.]  18, Tim Walsh, Bement, 1984-87
[2.]  15, Mike Sule, Auburn, 1968-71
[3.]  14, Troy Wolford, Oneida (ROWVA), 1984-86
[4.]  13, Mike Dodson, Auburn, 1974-77
[5.]  11, Bob Englebretson, Belleville (West), 1959-61
[5.]  11, Pete Hynes, El Paso, 1979-81
[5.]  11, Yale Acton, Bolingbrook, 1983-86
[5.]  11, Todd Drake, Byron, 1985-1986
[5.]  11, Rick Scott, Greenfield, 1989-91
[5.]  11, Earl Wright, Mooseheart, 1990-93
[11.]  10, Bob Ihlenfeldt, Auburn, 1959-62
[11.]  10, Dan Barton, Pittsfield, 1982-83
[11.]  10, Doug Stuart, Greenfield, 1985-87

 Fumbles Recovered

Most Fumbles Recovered, Season

[1.]  11, Rick Scott, Greenfield, 1991
[2.]  9, Jack Stoner, Winchester, 1956
[2.]  9, Deron Patton, Columbia, 1989
[4.]  8, Joe Weiss, Mooseheart, 1987
[5.]  7, Mike Sule, Auburn, 1971
[5.]  7, Mike Dobson, Auburn, 1976
[5.]  7, Pete Hynes, El Paso, 1980
[5.]  7, Yale Acton, Bolingbrook, 1984
[5.]  7, Tim Walsh, Bement, 1985
[5.]  7, Troy Wolford, Oneida (ROWVA), 1985
[5.]  7, Kevin Baker, Auburn, 1986
[5.]  7, Chris Monahan, Arcola, 1990
[5.]  7, Joe Maley, Auburn, 1994
[14.]  6, Bob Ihlenfeldt, Auburn, 1960
[14.]  6, Tom Neiman, Wilmette (Loyola Academy), 1966
[14.]  6, Keith Ihlandfeldt, Belleville (West), 1967
[14.]  6, Paul Adamson, Belleville (West), 1967
[14.]  6, Tom Craven, Chatham (Glenwood), 1974
[14.]  6, Mark Colvin, Lawrenceville, 1975
[14.]  6, John Yakie, Chatham (Glenwood), 1978
[14.]  6, Brian Copple, El Paso, 1983
[14.]  6, Dan Barton, Pittsfield, 1983
[14.]  6, Dan Jesse, LeRoy, 1984
[14.]  6, T.J. Henry, Lawrenceville, 1984
[14.]  6, Lee Schaller, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1986
[14.]  6, Robbie Wanless, Riverton, 1986
[14.]  6, Todd Drake, Byron, 1986
[14.]  6, Andy Voris, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1990
[14.]  6, Robert Wilson, Sesser (S.-Valier), 1991
[14.]  6, Jon Freedlund, Byron, 1992
[14.]  6, Mike Adams, Chicago (Luther North), 1996
[14.]  6, Craig Murray, Mt. Carroll (Thomson). 1999
[33.]  5, Bob Englebretson, Belleville (West), 1960
[33.]  5, Tom Stock, Belleville (West), 1968
[33.]  5, Rod Habermeyer, Normal (Community), 1973
[33.]  5, Dave Barsi, Ottawa (Marquette), 1974
[33.]  5, Dave Damyen, Ottawa (Marquette), 1977
[33.]  5, Murray Hynes, El Paso, 1977
[33.]  5, Jerome Downs, Arcola, 1980
[33.]  5, Brian Hughes, Ottawa (Marquette), 1982
[33.]  5, Troy Wilkey, El Paso, 1983
[33.]  5, Troy Tegard, El Paso, 1985
[33.]  5, Darren Bell, Wheaton (Central), 1988
[33.]  5, Jason VanHoutte, Orion, 1989
[33.]  5, Andy Manna, Arcola, 1991
[33.]  5, Jamie Pennock, Pittsfield, 1991
[33.]  5, Jeremy Gentry, Cerro Gordo, 1994
[33.]  5, Clint Terwilliger, Toulon (Stark County), 1997
[33.]  5, Scotty Savidan, Auburn, 1999
[33.]  5, John Suwalski, Franlin Park (Leyden), 2000
[33.]  5, Daniel Moore, O'Fallon, 2003

Most Fumbles Recovered, Game

*[1.]  6, Brendan Cameron, Park Ridge (Maine South) vs. Waukegan, Oct. 13, 2001
*[2.]  5, Rich Dalman, Nashville vs. Pinckneyville, 1965
*[3.]  4, Mike Adams, Chicago (Luther North) vs. Chicago (Luther South), 1996
*[3.]  4, Scott Duffield, Lewistown vs. Peoria Hts., Sept. 15, 2000
*[3.]  4, Ben Holman, Eureka vs. Manlius (Bureau Valley), 2001
*[3.]  4, Jeff Meisenheimer, Palmyra (Northwestern) vs. Winchester (West Central), Aug. 29, 2003
[7.]  3, Kyle Edwards, Aurora (Catholic) vs. Elgin (St. Edward), Sept.7, 2007
[7.]  3, Kyle Edwards, Aurora (Catholic) vs. Elgin (St. Edward), Sept.7, 2007
[7.]  3, Mark Kerr, Auburn vs. Girard, 1972
[7.]  3, John Truelove, Casey (C.-Westfield) vs. Woodstock (Marian), 1985
[7.]  3, Chung Sul, Northbrook (Glenbrook North), 1987
[7.]  3, Cody Stamp, Cerro Gordo vs. ??, 1989
[7.]  3, Shane Livvix, Casey (C.-Westfield) vs. Oblong, 1991
[7.]  3, Matt Orwig, Toulon (Stark County) vs. Woodhull (Alwood), 1994
[7.]  3, Clint Terwilliger, Toulon (Stark County) vs. Cambridge, 1997
[7.]  3, Andy Lubesnick, Northbrook (Glenbrook North), 2001
[7.]  3, Brandon Dockery, Chicago (Morgan Park) vs. Belvidere, Oct. 26, 2001 (state playoffs)
[7.]  3, Bill Spieth, Flossmoor (Homewood-F.) vs. Chicago Hts. (Bloom), Oct. 25, 2002 (2 tds.)
[7.]  3, Charlie Auteberry, Hume (Shiloh) vs. South Piatt, 2006

Longest Fumble Return

[1.]  102, Adam Love, Dixon vs. LaSalle (L.-Peru), Oct. 15, 1999
[1.]  102, Kyle Deeder, Winchester (West Central) vs. Carthage, Nov. 9, 2002
[3.]  101, Kyle Cedergren, Richmond (R.-Burton) vs. Stillman Valley, Sept. 9, 2005
[4.]  100, Bill Hamilton, Joliet (Twp.) vs. Rochelle, 1911
[5.]  99, Virgil Gordon, El Paso vs. Eureka, 1915
[5.]  99, Gary Plum, Vandalia vs. Mt. Vernon, 1965
[5.]  99, Joe Harmon, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. Morris, Sept. 29, 1967
[5.]  99, Chuck Woolley, Walnut vs. Tampico, 1981
[5.]  99, Tony Vincent, Mt. Sterling (Brown Co.) vs. Beardstown, 1985
[5.]  99, Dave Schultz, St. Charles vs. Elgin (Larkin), 1986
[5.]  99, Matt Ritterbusch, Peoria (Woodruff) vs. Springfield (Southeast), Sept. 3, 1993
[5.]  99, Terry Rosenthal, Rock Island (H.S.), 1996
[5.]  99, Geno Luscalzo, Barrington vs. Park Ridge (Maine South), 2006
[14.]  98, Roger Mello, Bolingbrook vs. Joliet (Central), 1985
[14.]  98, Mike Dannefeldt, Moline (H.S.) vs. Washington, 1991
[16.]  97, Peter Cajigas, Franklin Park (Leyden) vs. Addison (A.-Trail), Oct. 6, 2006
[17.]  96, Kenneth Gresham, Chicago (Harper) vs. Chicago (Dunbar), Sept. 20, 1991
[17.]  96, Joe Rizzo, Hoffman Estates (Conant) vs. Barrington, Sept. 21, 2001
[17.]  96, Kyle Grisius, Cary (C.-Grove) vs. Grayslake), Oct. 7, 2005
[17.]  96, Kyle Schwetz, Carol Stream (Glenbard North) vs. Chicago (Mt. Carmel), Nov. 17, 2007 (state prelims)
[21.]  95, Paul McDonald, Byron vs. Mt. Morris, 1987
[21.]  95, Tyrin Wilson, Peoria (Manual), 1992
[21.]  95, Joe Rizzo, Hoffman Estates (Conant) vs. Barrington, Sept. 21, 2001
[21.]  95, Toby Temple, Chicago (Grant) vs. Antioch, Sept. 10, 2004
[25.]  94, Brad Lancaster, Bolingbrook vs. Lockport (Twp.), 1979
[25.]  94, Troy Adleman, Stockton vs. Milledgeville, Nov. 31, 1990
[27.]  93, George Woefel, Morris vs. Mooseheart, 1920
[27.]  93, Jeff Meisenheimer, Palmyra (Northwestern) vs. Cerro Gordo (coop), Nov. 1, 2003
[29.]  92, Russ Hoffman, Byron vs. Leaf River, 1971
[29.]  92, Brad Lancaster, Bolingbrook vs. Lockport (Twp.), 1979
[29.]  92, Brian Kiley, Bloomington (Central Catholic) vs. Peru (St. Bede), Oct. 17, 1992
[29.]  92, Brandon Clark, Biggsville (Union) vs. Monmouth (Warren), Oct. 23, 1992
[29.]  92, Jeremy Bright, Chicago (Prosser) vs. Chicago (Lake View), Sept. 23, 1999
[29.]  92, Jac Jones, Flanagan vs. LeRoy, Oct. 29, 2004
[35.]  91, Johnny Harris, Pontiac vs. Dwight, 1943
[35.]  91, Dan Blackbourn, Freeport (Aquin) vs. Millledgeville, Sept. 14, 2001
[37.]  90, Roger McDaniel, Joliet (Twp.) vs. LaSalle (L.-Peru), 1957
[37.]  90, John McCullum, Joliet (Central) vs. Chicago Heights (Bloom), 1965
[37.]  90, Jeff Waymoth, Effingham (H.S.) vs. Newton, Oct. 23, 1992
[37.]  90, Ryan Velasquez, Sterling (Newman) vs. Galena, Nov. 11, 1995
[41.]  87, Pat Petty, Pittsfield vs. Monmouth (H.S.), 1982
[41.]  87, Chris Sims, Glen Ellyn (Glenbard South) vs. Ottawa (Twp.), Sept. 5. 1992
[43.]  86, Lance Gardner, Auburn vs. Moweaqua (Central A.M.), Nov. 16, 2002
[44.]  85, Kenny Smith, Evanston vs. Park Ridge (Maine South), Sept. 28, 2000
[44.]  85, David Inman, Naperville (Neuqua Valley) vs. Aurora (Waubonsie Valley), Sept. 20, 2002
[46.]  84, Brandon Decker, Galena vs. Lexington, Nov. 4, 2006 (state tourn.)
[47.]  80, Koshion Barfield, Chicago (Lane) vs. Lincolnshire (Stevenson), Oct. 27, 2006
[48.]  79, Tom Bonner, O'Fallon vs. Belleville (West), 1996
[48.]  79, Travis Surma, Tuscola vs. Concord (Triopia), Nov. 3, 2007 (state playoffs)
[50.]  75, Bret Collier, Wauconda vs. Antioch, Sept. 14, 2007
[50.]  75, Bret Collier, Wauconda vs. Antioch, Sept. 14, 2007

Most Touchdowns on Fumble Returns, Season

[1.]  2, John Schoffstall, Belleville (West), 1952
[1.]  2, John Gain, Belleville (West), 1955
[1.]  2, Gary Blome, Belleville (Althoff), 1964
[1.]  2, Harry Adams, Byron, 1969
[1.]  2, Dave Anderson, Flanagan, 1974
[1.]  2, Jim Braksick, Flanagan, 1974
[1.]  2, John Knobloch, Normal (Community), 1976
[1.]  2, Marty Heller, El Paso, 1978
[1.]  2, Lee Schaller, Genoa (G.-Kingston), 1986
[1.]  2, James Nutt, Sesser (S.-Valier), 1991
[1.]  2, Simeon Rice, Chicago (Mount Carmel), 1991
[1.]  2, Rusty Voss, Mendon (Unity), 1996
[1.]  2, Joe Langdon, Jacksonville (Routt), 2006

Most Touchdowns on Fumble Returns, Game

[1.]  2, John Knoblough, Normal (Community) vs. Jacksonville (H.S.), 1976
[1.]  2, Marty Heller, El Paso vs. Mackinaw (Deer Creek-M.), Oct. 6, 1978
[1.]  2, Elliot Sedgwick, Lexington vs. Cullom (Tri-Point), Sept. 15, 2000
[1.]  2, Bill Spieth, Flossmoor (Homewood-F.) vs. Chicago Hts. (Bloom), Oct. 25, 2002
[1.]  2, Kyle Grisius, Cary (C.-Grove) vs. Grayslake, Oct. 7, 2005 (92 & 46 yds.)

 Blocked Kicks

Most Blocked Kicks, Career

[1.]  11, Tim Walsh, Stanford (Olympia), 1990
[2.]  10, David Gowing, Mt. Prospect (Prospect), 1997-98
[3.]  9, Jon Kowalyshen, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1997-98
[4.]  8, Matt Umbarger, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 1999-2001
[4.]  8, Zach Becker, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), 2006-07
[6.]  7, Carl Verble, Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1945-1946
[6.]  7, Mark Wertz, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden), 1998-2000
[6.]  7, Dave Francioni, Hoffman Estates (Conant), 2000-01
[9.]  6, Frank McCartney, Pittsfield, 1984-85
[10.]  5, Jack Eddy, Normal (University), 1972
[10.]  5, Jim Concklin, Bloomington (Central Catholic), 1991
[12.]  4, Bob Corcoran, Ottawa (Marquette), 1956
[12.]  4, James Wilson, Flossmoor (Homewood-F.), 1992

Most Blocked Kicks, Season

[1.]  6, Carl Verble, Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1946
[1.]  6, David Gowing, Mt. Prospect (Prospect), 1998
[1.]  6, Gannon Novak, New Lenox (Providence), 2004
[4.]  5, Jack Eddy, Normal (University), 1972
[4.]  5, Matt Russell, Belleville (East), 1991
[4.]  5, James Kary, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden), 1995
[4.]  5, Dave Francioni, Hoffman Estates (Conant), 2000
[4.]  5, Jon Kowalyshen, Franklin Park (Leyden), 2000
[4.]  5, Matt Umbarger, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden), 2000
[10.]  4, Brett Sharkey, Hoffman Estates (Conant), 1989
[10.]  4, Jon Kowalshyen, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1997
[10.]  4, Matt Roth, Villa Park (Willowbrook), 2000

Most Blocked Kicks, Game

[1.]  3, Frank Nuckolls, Auburn vs. Waverly, 1931
[1.]  3, Bob Corcoran, Ottawa (Marquette) vs. DeKalb, Sept. 22, 1956
[1.]  3, Tracy Graham, Chicago (St. Rita) vs. South Holland (Thornwood), Nov. 3, 1990
[1.]  3, Joshua Harmon, Franklin Grove (Franklin Center) vs. South Beloit, Sept. 6, 1991
[1.]  3, Joel McCree, Bolingbrook vs. Joliet (West), 1992
[1.]  3, Chicago (Mt. Carmel) vs. Chicago (De LaSalle), Oct. 22, 1999
[1.]  3, Matt Umbarger, St. Joseph (S. J.-Ogden) vs. Georgetown (G.-Ridge Farm), Sept. 15, 2000
[8.]  2, Bob Housman, Oak Lawn (Community), 1966
[8.]  2, C.J. Kupec, Oak Lawn (Community), 1966
[8.]  2, Dan Nord, Normal (Community) vs. Bloomington (Trinity), 1967
[8.]  2, Stan Camp, Normal (Community) vs. Decatur (St. Teresa), 1970
[8.]  2, Brian Anderson, Oneida (ROWVA) vs. Kewanee (Wethersfield), Oct. 30, 1981
[8.]  2, Lucius Mackey, Chicago (C. Vocational) vs. Chicago (Phillips), 1991
[8.]  2, Travis Huffman, Oneida (ROWVA) vs. Lewistown, Oct. 28, 1994
[8.]  2, Josh Johnson, Oneida (ROWVA) vs. Bradford (B.-Henry), Sept. 22, 1995
[8.]  2, Jon Kowalshyen, Franklin Park (Leyden) vs. Schaumburg, Aug. 29, 1997
[8.]  2, Glenn Holland, Franklin Park (Leyden) vs. Morton, Oct. 11, 1997
[8.]  2, Dan Hall, Oneida (ROWVA) vs. Westmer, Oct. 23, 1998
[8.]  2, Jon Kowalyshen, Franklin Park (Leyden) vs. Moline, Oct. 30, 1998
[8.]  2, Mike Maloney, Joliet (Catholic) vs. Chicago (Mt. Carmel), Aug. 28, 1999
[8.]  2, Jake Dean, Lockport (Twp.) vs. Downers Grove (South), Aug. 24, 2001
[8.]  2, Chris Cryder, Morris, vs. Country Club Hills (Hillcrest), Nov. 7, 2003
[8.]  2, Eric Eric Achaid, Hebron (Alden-H.) vs. Freeport (Aquin). 2005
[8.]  2, Eric Eric Achaid, Hebron (Alden-H.) vs. Freeport (Aquin). 2005
[8.]  2, Tyler West, Downers Grove (South) vs. Addison (A. Trail), Sept. 30, 2005
[8.]  2, Maurice Hill, Bolingbrook vs. New Lenox (Lincoln-Way Central), Oct. 21, 2005

Most Touchdowns Returning Blocked Kicks, Career

[1.]  3, Carl Verble, Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1946
[1.]  3, Jon Kowalyshen, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1997-98

Most Touchdowns Returning Blocked Kicks, Season

[1.]  4, Brett Sharkey, Hoffman Estates (Conant), 1989
[2.]  3, Carl Verble, Anna (A.-Jonesboro), 1946
[3.]  2, Jon Kowalyshen, Franklin Park (Leyden), 1998
[3.]  2, Matt Umbarger, St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden) vs. Georgetown (G.-Ridge Farm), 2000

 Solo Tackles

Most Solo Tackles, Career

[1.]  336, Scott Germain, Columbia, 1987-1989
[2.]  301, Robert May, Waukegan, 1997-98
[3.]  298, Dallas Roberts, Mendon (Unity), 1994-96
[4.]  293, Kyle McGivney, Warren (W.-River Ridge), 2004-06
[5.]  291, Mark Henderson, Pittsfield, 1990-92
[6.]  286, John Mendes, Chicago (Luther North), 1994-97
[7.]  285, Jeremy Angelo, Auburn, 1998-2001
[8.]  254, Brian Zeeb, Greenville, 1980-90
[9.]  243, Eric Garrett, Bolingbrook, 1993-95
[10.]  242, Joel Dodson, Pontiac, 1995-98
[11.]  239, Yale Acton, Bolingbrook, 1984-86
[12.]  231, Andrew Beauchamp, Riverton, 1999-2003
[13.]  228, Kris Knoblock, Rochester, 1997-2000
[14.]  226, Tim Walsh, Bement, 1984-1987
[15.]  223, Phil King, Edwardsville (H.S.), 1975-1977
[16.]  219, Bill Tranquilli, Auburn, 1964-67
[17.]  217, Marc Featherstone, Auburn, 1998-2001
[18.]  216, Carl Brown, Villa Grove, 1988-90
[19.]  203, James Blair, Auburn, 1999-2002
[20.]  201, Tom Monahan, Arcola, 1978-81
[21.]  200, Dave Francioni, Hoffman Estates (Conant), 2000-01
[22.]  196, Veto Santini, Rockford (West), 1965-67
[23.]  195, Kyle Romadka, Rochester, 2000-02
[24.]  193, Josh Kaburick, Highland, 1992-94
[25.]  192, Kelly Duncan, Greenville, 1985-87
[26.]  189, Dennis Winkler, Sterling (Newman), 1961-62
[27.]  183, Eric Gregory, Watseka, 1988-90
[28.]  182, Clint Terwilloger, Toulon (Stark County), 1994-97
[29.]  181, Tony Miroballi, Hoffman Estates (Conant), 1988-89
[29.]  181, Donovan Lewis, Albion (Edwards County), 2002-04
[31.]  178, Scott Winters, Greenfield, 1994-96
[32.]  175, Dan Harringyon, Lawrenceville, 1976-77
[32.]  175, Dan Seckler, Metamora, 1976-77 (26 games)
[34.]  174, Fred Wakefield, Tuscola, 1992-95
[35.]  173, Matt Powell, Coal City, 1991-93
[36.]  171, George Czart, Bolingbrook, 1977-79
[37.]  169, Adam Crissey, Auburn, 1995-98
[38.]  167, Joe Remes, Wheaton (W. Warrenville South), 1992-93
[39.]  166, Randy Richards, Casey (C.-Westfield), 1978-81
[40.]  156, Rick Kramer, Richmond (R.-Burton), 1986-89
[41.]  149, Drew Long, Rochester, 1996-98
[42.]  148, Jerod Mercer, Cerro Gordo, 1994-97
[43.]  145, Jeff Ator, Pittsfield, 1990-92
[44.]  143, Paul Jeffens, Rochester, 2000-02
[45.]  142, Tony Villacci, Bolingbrook, 1984-85
[46.]  139, Dan Moore, O'Fallon, 2002-04
[47.]  136, Colby Jordan, Girard, 2005-06
[48.]  133, Shane Pembleton, Bridgeport (Red Hill), 1985-87
[49.]  132, Jim Haynes, Oneida (ROWVA) 1989-91

Most Solo Tackles, Season

[1.]  176, Jason Trotter, Macon (Meridian), 1999
[2.]  169, Joe Leitner, Edwardsville (H.S.), 1967
[3.]  160, Kirk Stevens, Princeton, 1989
[4.]  154, Dave Francioni, Hoffman Estates (Conant), 2001
[5.]  147, Kurt Holler, Schaumburg, 1999
[6.]  144, Kyle McGivney, Warren (W.-River Ridge), 2006
[7.]  141, Dennis Winkler, Newman, 1962
[8.]  140, Robert May, Waukegan, 1998
[9.]  137, Mark Henderson, Pittsfield, 1992
[10.]  133, John Mendes, Chicago (Luther North), 1997
[11.]  132, Mark Pessman, Fulton, 1991
[12.]  126, Chris Kiley, Bloomington (Central Catholic), 1994
[13.]  125, Jim Rybarczyk, Schaumburg, 1999
[14.]  119, Chad Bower, Orangeville, 1989
[15.]  117, Levelle Brown, Naperville (North), 1994
[16.]  116, Dallas Roberts, Mendon (Unity), 1996
[16.]  116, Kris Renfro, Macon (Meridian), 1999
[18.]  115, Ron Barnes, Auburn, 1950
[19.]  113, Scott Winters, Greenfield, 1996
[20.]  111, Dan Harrington, Lawrenceville, 1977
[20.]  111, Jon Bickell, Monmouth (H.S.), 1983
[20.]  111, Craig Olson, Morris, 1995
[23.]  109, Jeremy Angelo, Auburn, 2001 (11 ga.)
[23.]  109, Chris Jeske, Joliet (Catholic), 2003
[25.]  108, Carl Brown, Villa Grove, 1990
[26.]  107, Kelly Duncan, Greenville, 1987
[26.]  107, Kurt Anderson. Glen Ellyn (Glenbrook South), 1996
[28.]  106, Bill Marinangel, McHenry, 1991
[28.]  106, Dallas Roberts, Mendon (Unity), 1995
[30.]  105, Jeff Ator, Pittsfield, 1991
[30.]  105, Mark Henderson, Pittsfield, 1991
[30.]  105, Jarid Crain, Auburn, 2002 (13 ga.)
[30.]  105, Darius Fleming, Chicago (St. Rita), 2006
[34.]  104, Tim Walsh, Bement, 1986
[35.]  102, Tim Taylor, Riverton, 1987
[35.]  102, Dave Stachura, St. Charles, 1988
[35.]  102, Joe Panatera, Chicago (Mt. Carmel), 2000
[38.]  101, Andrew Beauchamp, Riverton, 2002
[39.]  96, Kyle McGivney, Warren (W.-River Ridge), 2005

Most Solo Tackles, Game

[1.]  27, Kyle McGivney, Warren (W.-River Ridge) vs. East Dubuque, 2006
[2.]  23, John Mendes, Chicago (Luther North) vs. Melrose Park (Walther Lutheran), Sept. 27, 1997
[3.]  22, John Mendes, Chicago (Luther North) vs. Chicago (Christian), Oct. 11, 1996
[4.]  20, Bob McCarthy, Auburn vs. Gillespie, 1958
[4.]  20, Dennis Winkler, Newman vs. St. Joseph (S.J.-Ogden), Sept. 1962
[4.]  20, John Mendes, Chicago (Luther North) vs. Peotone, 1997
[4.]  20, Andrew Beauchamp, Riverton vs. New Berlin, Sept. 13, 2002
[4.]  20, John Torres, Elmwood Park vs. Princeton, Sept.