ROCKTON, Ill. (WIFR) – Hononegah Community High School is on probation and must forfeit one of its varsity football wins after an “oversight” from the athletic director.

On Sept. 18, Hononegah school administration was made aware of concerns regarding the eligibility of one of the varsity football players. The athletic director, Andrew Walters, says he was in contact with the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) and worked closely with them as a ruling was processed.

According to Walters, the IHSA issued the following ruling:

• Based on the information provided and the provisions of IHSA By-laws 3.041 and 6.021, Hononegah Community High School is required to forfeit its win against Harlem High School

• Under the provisions of IHSA By-Laws 3.041 and 6.021, Hononegah Community High School is now on probation until the end of the 2024-25 school year. The probationary status does not deprive Hononegah Community High School of its privileges as an IHSA member school.

Walters released a statement taking ownership of the mistake.

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