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Patch Exclusive: Can’t-Miss 2011 Prep Football Story Lines
Rams look to even record with road game on SLUH Junior Billiken turf.
Despite the uncomfortable 90-degree temperatures and 8 p.m sunsets, it is still time to revel in the reality that football season has taken firm grasp across the St. Louis metropolitan area.
With one week of the high school football season officially in the record books, there is no better time to look ahead at the splendor that awaits in September, October and November as area programs look to fulfill the dreams of students, families and fans.
Patch is devoted to bringing the best of our community sports coverage to each of you this football season in a variety of ways. But, ultimately, we are relying on you to let us know what you most want to see on your local Patch, so never hesitate to drop us a note with your suggestions, criticism and, when deserved, your positive feedback.
We are very proud of our network of web sites in the area, and football fans can get a snapshot below at the biggest stories to follow this prep football season in each of our 24 Patch coverage areas.
We’ve already provided you with season previews, and will continue to supply weekly game previews and thorough, multimedia coverage on game day and beyond. Also, don’t miss our new football audio streaming partnership with Prepcasts.
-- Prepcasts Patch Game of The Week: Please click here.
Local Spotlight
Ladue enjoyed an 11-2 season in 2010, losing in the Class 4 state playoff quarterfinals. Senior star receiver Jehu Chesson is back, but will have to adjust to a new quarterback now that Kortland Webb has moved on to college. Senior QB Brandon Carr takes over for Webb one season after throwing just 36 passes. Chesson, a hotly-recruited player, had 53 receptions for 605 yards and 11 TDs in 2010. The Rams lost, 31-14, to Parkway Central in Week 1.