Here’s the Herald-News prep football preview for Week 9, featuring key showdowns across the greater Joliet area.

Southwest Valley Blue

Lockport (5-3, 4-2) at Neuqua Valley (3-5, 2-4)

When: 7 p.m. Friday

About the Porters: Lockport claimed its fourth consecutive victory with a win over Metea Valley, assuring its return to the postseason with its fifth victory. The Porters once again continued to get solid play from its defensive unit. QB Brendan Mecher has been a solid dual performer for the Porters offensive attack and has been particularly difficult to keep from making an impact in the running game. Lockport has clinched a playoff berth, but a win here would help cinch a seeding outside of the bottom ten teams in the Class 8A draw.

About the Wildcats: Neuqua Valley has taken b

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