Joliet Catholic

Let's call this feature "Best-of-the-Best."  We are going to take a look at some of the top programs in the state and break down their signature plays.  Today, we start with Joliet Catholic.  With 13 titles, they have won more state championships than any other program in the state.  In last year's 5A state championship, they set a record for most yards rushing in a title game with 747 yards!  This was their best play: the off-tackle Power O.  The Hilltoppers like to run this play out of a double-tight, double-wing formation.  The playside blocks down, the fullback kicks out the defensive end, and the backside guard pulls through.  Unlike most double wing teams, Joliet Catholic aligns their wingbacks inside their tight ends.  Check out the double team by the right wingback and the right tackle as they knock the defensive tackle seven yards off the ball.  Next, the right tight end will set a great block on the playside inside linebacker.  The fullback gets his kickout block creating the seam, and the backside guard will pull through the hole and block the rolled up corner in the 5-4 defense seen here.  The only defensive player with a shot at making the stop is the playside safety.  That assignment falls on the backside tight end, who can't quite get there on the first play.  No matter, wingback Ty Isaac has enough speed to simply outrun him.  In the second play, you will see the backside tight end pancake the safety.  When you combine perfect execution with great talent, the result is an unstoppable offense.