Lincoln-Way Central delivered a decisive performance on Friday night, defeating DeKalb 45-7 in a road conference matchup.
According to the game summary, the Knights struck early and maintained their lead, demonstrating their offensive capabilities in the first half. Central averaged 15 points in the opening quarter and followed it with a 21-point second quarter, establishing a commanding lead before halftime. With a balanced attack, the Knights continued to control the tempo and limit DeKalb’s opportunities.
Defensively, Lincoln-Way Central effectively contained the Barbs for most of the game, holding them to just one score. The Knights’ defense has been a strength throughout the season, allowing only 38 points through five games. Meanwhile, their offense has accumulated 189 points.
With this victory, Lincoln-Way Central improves its standing in conference play and further solidifies its position as one of the top teams in the area. The Knights aim to maintain this momentum in the coming weeks as they continue their push toward the postseason.
