Streak broken: Heyworth defeats Panthers 42-8, moving to 5-0

Heyworth dominated Le Roy from start to finish Friday night, earning a 42-8 victory and improving to 5-0 on the season. The Hornets' offense, defense and depth proved too much for the visiting Panthers in the dominant road win.
Braydon Laesch puts the first points on the board
Photo: Alan Look Photography

Heyworth's Braydon Leasch drags a Le Roy defender into the end zone for a touchdown. Leasch ran for 226 yards on 14 carries in the Hornets' upset victory over the Panthers.

by Alan Look
Best Look Magazine


Le Roy - History was made under the Friday night lights in Le Roy as the Heyworth Hornets delivered a statement performance, dominating the Panthers 42-8 on their home turf. The victory marked a major milestone for the Hornets, snapping a 13-year losing streak against their rival and securing their first win over Le Roy since 2013.

Connor Karr kicks off after a TD
Photo: Alan Look Photography

Heyworth took control from the opening quarter, executing with precision on both sides of the ball. The Hornets' offense set an aggressive pace early, breaking through the Le Roy defensive unit with sustained drives and explosive plays. Defensively, Heyworth suffocated the Panthers' backfield, denying internal running lanes and keeping Le Roy bottled up throughout the contest to preserve a massive lead.
Looks for a way out of the backfield
Photo: Alan Look Photography

The loss drops Le Roy to 2-3 on the season as they look to recalibrate during conference play. For Heyworth, the dominant road win elevates their record to an unblemished 5-0, reinforcing their status as a force to be reckoned with this fall.

Brett Helfrich hands off to Matt Helfrich
Photo: Alan Look Photography


Best Look Magazine brings you the heart and emotion of Central Illinois sports, capturing the moments that define our local communities. For complete event coverage, high-resolution action photos, and full gallery access from Friday night’s historic rivalry game in Le Roy, visit Alan Look Photography — Capturing the Soul of the Heartland.
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