Rock Island, Illinois, October 10, 2025
News Summary
The Alleman High School football team has forfeited an upcoming game against Moline due to a shortage of healthy players, suffering multiple injuries this season. With a record of 1-5 and five consecutive losses following their opening victory, the Pioneers have faced significant challenges on the field. Despite these struggles, school officials remain hopeful that injured players can return for the final two games of the season against Geneseo and East Moline United.
Rock Island, Illinois – Alleman High School’s football team has announced the forfeit of their upcoming game against Moline scheduled for Friday in the Western Big 6 Conference. This decision was made due to a significant number of injured players, leaving the team with only 11 healthy participants for the contest.
Injuries have plagued the Pioneers during the season, highlighted by a recent game where they suffered a heavy 55-13 defeat against Sterling. With a current season record of 1-5, the team’s struggles on the field have been evident as they have lost five consecutive games following their initial victory in Week 1.
In that opening match, Alleman achieved a solid 62-13 win against Walther Christian Academy. However, since then, the team has faced one of the toughest stretches in its football history, allowing at least 32 points in each of the five subsequent losses. The Pioneers have scored just 49 points during this streak, and three of these games saw them concede more than 51 points.
Despite the ongoing difficulties, school officials remain hopeful that they will be able to recover several injured players in time for the remaining two games scheduled for the season. The next game will take place against Geneseo, followed by a home matchup with East Moline United on October 24.
A review of previous seasons shows that Alleman’s football program has struggled since the end of the last varsity season in 2022, when they concluded with a record of 1-8. During that season, the team faced a nine-game losing streak after starting strong with a victory against Chicago Academy. They allowed a staggering total of 376 points while only scoring 65 points over the entire season.
Individually, Kyle Boden stands out as the leading rusher for the Pioneers, accumulating 362 rushing yards and scoring six touchdowns. In the passing game, Kelly Honert leads with 274 yards and two touchdown passes, but overall, the Pioneers have struggled to find a rhythm on both offense and defense.
As the season progresses, more injuries could potentially impact the team further. With only two games left in the regular season, players, coaches, and supporters are hoping for a turnaround as the team continues to push through adversity.
Upcoming Games
The remaining schedule for the Alleman Pioneers includes:
- Geneseo – October 14
- East Moline United (Home) – October 24
Key Statistics
Here is a glance at the team’s performance over the current season:
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Record | 1-5 |
| Total Points Scored | 49 |
| Total Points Allowed | 232 |
| Leading Rusher (Kyle Boden) | 362 yards, 6 TDs |
| Leading Passer (Kelly Honert) | 274 yards, 2 TDs |
FAQs
Why did Alleman High School forfeit the game against Moline?
The team forfeited the game due to a lack of healthy players, with only 11 players available after numerous injuries.
What has been Alleman High School’s performance this season?
Alleman High School’s football team currently holds a record of 1-5, with their only win occurring in Week 1 against Walther Christian Academy.
When are Alleman’s remaining games?
The remaining games for Alleman include a match against Geneseo on October 14 and a home game against East Moline United on October 24.
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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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