Dakota Runs Past Tuscola for 1A Title

by Jeff Fisher
Illinois High School Football Huddle

Dakota (12-2) running back Jake Apple set a state championship game rushing record to lead his school to a 41-27 win over Tuscola to win the Class 1A state championship.

Apple rushed for 373 yards (31 carries) and scored four touchdowns to lead the Indians back from a 14-0 first half deficit.  Apple, who is also a state wrestling champ, finished the season with 2,574 yards rushing.

Dakota now owns three state titles; all since 2005.