Rock Island, Illinois, October 10, 2025
News Summary
The Alleman High School football team has forfeited their upcoming game against Moline due to a critical shortage of healthy players. With only 11 players available following injuries, the team announced the decision just one day before the game. This forfeiture marks a tough season for the Pioneers, who are currently 1-5 after five consecutive losses. School officials hope that some injured players will recover in time for the last two games of the season as they continue to face challenges in rebuilding their program.
Rock Island, Illinois – The Alleman High School football team has officially forfeited their upcoming game against Moline due to a critical shortage of healthy players. The decision was announced on Thursday, just one day before the game, which was part of the Western Big 6 Conference schedule. Currently, the team has only 11 players available following multiple injuries sustained during recent matchups.
In their last game, Alleman faced a significant loss, falling to Sterling with a score of 55-13. This defeat marked their fifth consecutive loss, bringing their season record to 1-5. The only win for the Pioneers this season came in Week 1, where they triumphed over Walther Christian Academy with a significant score of 62-13. However, since that initial victory, the team has struggled to find success, being unable to secure any wins over the last month. In their five losses since Week 1, Alleman has averaged allowing at least 32 points per game and has only managed to score a total of 49 points.
The Pioneers show a particularly troubling trend, having surrendered over 51 points in three consecutive games. With only two games remaining in their schedule, they will face Geneseo next Friday and conclude their season at home against East Moline United on October 24. School officials express hope that some injured players will recover in time to participate in these final games.
Alleman High School has been facing ongoing challenges since the discontinuation of their varsity program two seasons ago. The last time the team participated as a varsity squad was in 2022, where they concluded the season with a disappointing 1-8 record. That season was marked by a series of struggles, culminating in eight straight losses after an opening game win against Chicago Academy. During that 2022 season, the Pioneers allowed a staggering 376 points while only managing to score 65 points throughout their games.
Statistically, Kyle Boden stands as the leading rusher for the Pioneers this season, amassing 362 yards and scoring six touchdowns. Meanwhile, Kelly Honert has emerged as the team’s leading passer, with a total of 274 passing yards and contributing two touchdown passes. As the season approaches its end, the focus remains on player health and performance in the final matches.
As Alleman High School continues to navigate the struggles of competition and rebuilding their program, the hope for recovery and improvement remains a priority for coaching staff and school officials alike.
FAQ
- Why did Alleman High School forfeit their football game?
The team forfeited the game against Moline due to a lack of healthy players resulting from injuries. - What is Alleman High School’s current record for the season?
Their current season record is 1-5, with their only victory being in Week 1 against Walther Christian Academy. - How many games are left in Alleman High School’s football season?
They have two games left in their schedule. - Who is leading the team in rushing and passing yards?
Kyle Boden is the leading rusher with 362 yards and six touchdowns, while Kelly Honert is the leading passer with 274 yards and two touchdowns. - What were the team’s overall statistics last season?
In the 2022 season, Alleman finished with a record of 1-8, allowing 376 points while scoring 65 points throughout the entire season.
Key Features Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Record | 1-5 |
| Next Game | Against Geneseo on the following Friday |
| Top Rusher | Kyle Boden (362 yards, 6 touchdowns) |
| Top Passer | Kelly Honert (274 yards, 2 touchdowns) |
| Last Season Record | 1-8 (Allowed 376 points, Scored 65 points) |
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- SI.com: Illinois High School Football Team Forced to Cancel Game
- PJ Star: IHSA Playoff Outlook Week 7
- Pantagraph: Illinois High School Football News
- MaxPreps: Illinois High School Football Week 7 Scores
- The Telegraph: Illinois High School Football AP State Polls
- Wikipedia: Illinois High School Football
- Google Search: Illinois High School Football News
- Google Scholar: Illinois High School Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football (Sport)
- Google News: Illinois High School Football
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