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The Alleman High School football team has announced the forfeit of their game against Moline due to a lack of healthy players stemming from injuries. With only 11 players available, the team faces significant challenges following a tough season marked by a 1-5 record. After a promising start, injuries have plagued the team, contributing to consecutive losses. As they look ahead to their matchup against Geneseo, the team hopes for player recoveries and a stronger finish to their season.
Rock Island, IL — The Alleman High School football team announced on Thursday that they would forfeit their upcoming game against Moline in the Western Big 6 Conference. The decision comes as the team grapples with a significant lack of healthy players due to injuries. Currently, the Pioneers have only 11 players available, severely limiting their ability to compete effectively.
In their most recent game, a devastating 55-13 loss to Sterling, multiple players sustained injuries, contributing to the team’s current record of 1-5. After a promising start to the season, where they secured a decisive 62-13 victory against Walther Christian Academy in Week 1, Alleman has faltered, losing five consecutive games. During these losses, the Pioneers have struggled defensively, allowing at least 32 points in each match and surrendering over 51 points in three of those games.
So far this season, Alleman has only managed to score a total of 49 points in their losses since the first week, a stark contrast to the points conceded. With only two games remaining in their schedule, the team and school officials remain cautiously optimistic about the recovery of several injured players before their next matchup against Geneseo, scheduled for the following Friday. The season will conclude with a home game against East Moline United on October 24.
The struggles faced by the Alleman football team follow the unfortunate trend of two seasons without a varsity program. Last year, in 2022, the team ended their season with a disheartening record of 1-8. They began strong by winning their first game against Chicago Academy, but faced a tough season thereafter, suffering losses in their final eight matches. Throughout that season, Alleman allowed a staggering 376 points while managing to score only 65 points, highlighting the ongoing challenges within the program.
Despite the current turmoil, there are standout players on the roster. Kyle Boden leads the team as the top rusher, amassing 362 yards and six touchdowns in the season. Meanwhile, Kelly Honert has been notable as the leading passer, accumulating 274 yards and two touchdown passes so far.
As the Pioneers prepare to face Geneseo next week, the focus will be on recovery and resilience. The coaching staff and players are looking to regroup and aim for a stronger finish to the season, hoping to end on a high note despite the struggles faced throughout the current campaign.
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