Zion's Eric Gilmore (left) jump to avoid a tackle by Deerfield's Kevin Mulert on a punt return. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media

Deerfield quarterback Matt Kollada runs of the pocket and looks for yards during Friday's win over the Zee-Bees. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media

Deerfield running back Jake Balder is about to plow over the line into the end zone for a touchdown on this play. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media

Zion's Alex Pasiewicz (center) plows ahead for some tough yards. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media

Zion's Eric Gilmore (right) gets some good yards after catching a pass as Deerfield's Timmy Shanley (left) and Jake Balder pursue. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media

Zion's Alex Pasiewicz (right) stiff arms Deerfield's Jack Purdy and gets away to gain several more yards. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media

Deerfield's Sam Modro (right) gains some yardage before being tackled by Zion's Kealin McLean. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media

Deerfield quarterback Matt Kollada looks to pass. | Michael Schmidt~Sun-Times Media