Last week, Lyons Township defeated York in a game that wasn’t determined until the final seconds.

Friday night at Bennett Field in Western Springs, the two West Suburban Silver rivals squared off in another contest that went down to the wire.

Once again, LT came out on top as Ryland Avants’ 31-yard field goal as time expired gave the Lions a 24-21 victory over the Dukes in a Class 8A first-round football playoff game.

Avants, who also plays soccer, said he wasn’t nervous about attempting a game-winning kick.

“I’m used to penalty kicks and I’m able to keep my composure in those moments,” Avants said.

LT coach Jon Beutjer had no doubts that Avants would come through at the end, given his demeanor.

“He’s got a really strong leg,” Beutjer said. “(Soccer) coach (Paul) Labbato has been

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