Maroa-Forsyth was excited to get back on the field Friday night as the Trojans hosted Oregon in the opening round of the playoffs. The Trojans came out firing, building a commanding 21-0 lead heading into halftime. Maroa-Forsyth continued to control the game in the second half, never looking back as they cruised to a 49-18…
Two teams we cover. Two teams ready to battle. And one Regional Championship on the line. The Maroa-Forsyth Trojans and Taylorville Tornadoes met Thursday night with a regional title up for grabs, as two Central Illinois programs looked to keep their postseason runs alive. Maroa-Forsyth entered the matchup as a scrappy team playing some of…
The Maroa-Forsyth Trojans opened their postseason with a statement victory after a successful regular season that saw them finish second in the Sangamo Conference and defeat several talented opponents. With a new goal in mind, the Trojans entered the playoffs focused on one thing: making a run toward state. Maroa-Forsyth came out firing in the…
By Jack Hart | ILSportsWire The Maroa-Forsyth Trojans entered the IHSA football playoffs with an 8-1 record and plenty of motivation following a Week 9 loss to rival Williamsville. During the IHSA bye week, ILSportsWire caught up with head coach Josh Jostes and senior leaders Aiden Williams, Jerrin Taylor, and Declan Shannon to discuss the…
Maroa-Forsyth earned a straight-set victory over Mt. Zion on Thursday night, winning 25–16, 27–25 as the Braves celebrated Senior Night. The Trojans took the opening set by nine points before Mt. Zion delivered a stronger challenge in the second. The Braves pushed the set into extra points, but Maroa-Forsyth secured the two-point margin needed to…
Maroa-Forsyth combined a balanced attack with strong defensive contributions to earn a straight-set victory over Meridian, defeating the Hawks 25–18, 25–21. The Trojans claimed the opening set by seven points before finishing a more closely contested second set to complete the 2–0 sweep. Contributions throughout the lineup helped Maroa-Forsyth secure both sets and keep the…
Williamsville delivered one of the biggest surprises of the night Friday, knocking off heavily favored Maroa-Forsyth 14-7 in a defensive battle that came down to the final minute. The Trojans traveled to Williamsville expecting a tough matchup, but the Bullets were ready to defend their home field. With temperatures sitting at 48 degrees and rain…
The Sangamo Conference championship was on the line Tuesday night in Williamsville as the Bullets welcomed the Maroa-Forsyth Trojans for a matchup with plenty at stake. Maroa-Forsyth looked to slow down Williamsville’s dominance, but the Bullets came through when it mattered most, securing a three-set victory and the conference championship on their home court. Williamsville…
Maroa-Forsyth built a commanding first-half lead and held off a second-half push from Olympia to earn a 43–21 victory Friday night. The Trojans scored the game’s first 36 points, combining long offensive plays with a safety to take control early. Gunnar Larner contributed two rushing touchdowns, while Braeden Lee and Declan Shannon each added a…
Maroa-Forsyth came into tonight looking to keep their recent success rolling, but their rivals from Warrensburg-Latham had other plans. The Cardinals came out firing, jumping ahead 7-0 early and immediately bringing the energy to the court. Maroa-Forsyth battled back, but Warrensburg-Latham held on to take the opening set 26-24. The Trojans responded in the second.…
