The West Frankfort Redbirds stunned Nashville last Friday night 50-41 for their first win of the conference season and were named Team of the Week thanks to the big upset.  West Frankfort coach Josh Sertich talked with Matt Varney about the big win, rebuilding the program, and upcoming games for the Redbirds.

 

The Du Quoin Indians were selected as the Team of the Week after a 28-14 win over Murphysboro that improved them to 5-4 on the season and earned them the 10 seed in the 3A Southern Bracket of the IHSA Playoffs.  Coach Derek Beard spoke with Matt Varney on the victory, earning a high seed for a 5-4 team, and their opponent in the first round: Carlinville

 
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Murphysboro's offense is clicking on all cylinders after a 49-13 win in the first round of the IHSA playoffs.  Coach Gary Carter spoke about that and the upcoming game against Charleston on Saturday with Matt Varney.

 
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Monday night was Herrin Girls Basketball's first game back from a COVID pause.  The Tigers beat Murphysboro 59-24 behind a career-best 26 from Presli Karnes.

John Homan spoke with coach Chris Roberts and Karnes after the game:

 

Chris Roberts - 00:00

Presli Karnes - 1:31

 
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