For now, sophomore Matt LaCosse is the starting quarterback at Naperville North.
LaCosse won the job when senior Matt Manade injured his left knee about a week ago. LaCosse edged out junior Trevor Hall (an Oswego East transfer) for the start in Friday's season-opening win over Neuqua Valley.
"We really think Matt (LaCosse) has a good future, but Matt Manade's our quarterback," North coach Larry McKeon said afterward. "And when Matt Manade comes back -- as soon as he's willing and ready -- he's back at the helm."
LaCosse helped lead North to a 41-19 victory over the Wildcats by completing 6 of 12 passes for 149 yards. He also rushed for a score.
McKeon praised his young signal-caller after the game but also spelled out why Manade will be valuable upon his return.
"Matt Manade's a really good player," McKeon said. "You feel confident using your whole playbook when you have your senior quarterback back there, you don't feel as confident when you have your sophomore quarterback back there."
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