THE Varsity Voices: High School Sports Talk

In depth discussions and inside information on different topics pertaining to high school sports in Illinois and across the country, high school football and the Chicago Catholic League.

THE Varsity Voices: High School Sports Talk is a sports podcast hosted by THE Varsity Voices, with 167 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

THE Varsity Voices hosts THE Varsity Voices: High School Sports Talk, a sports show with 167 episodes published.

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  Episode #153

  Chicago Catholic League Football 2026: Orange & Green Division Preview

  Aug 14, 20261h 2m

  Our 2026 Chicago Catholic League Football preseason division previews conclude with the Orange and Green Divisions! ORANGE DIVISION Carmel Catholic • Fenwick • Providence Catholic • Saint Ignatius GREEN DIVISION Montini Catholic • Nazareth Academy • St. Francis • St. Rita Joe and Dan break down all eight teams heading into the 2026 Illinois high school football season. Who are the players to watch? Which games could define the season? Which teams will exceed expectations — and who comes out on top in two very intriguing CCL divisions? We cover: • Team-by-team preseason outlooks • Key players to watch • Biggest games on the schedule • Over/Under win predictions • Bold predictions • Orange & Green Division contenders • Our picks for how each division shakes out The Green Division is especially loaded. Montini enters 2026 after winning back-to-back IHSA state championships, while Nazareth, St. Francis and St. Rita make this one of the most intriguing four-team divisions in the Chicago Catholic League. And in the Orange, Carmel, Fenwick, Providence and Saint Ignatius each enter the season with something to prove. This is the final stop on our preseason tour. Next up — the predictions become results and Friday night football is back! Subscribe to THE Varsity Voices for Chicago Catholic League football coverage throughout the 2026 season. Who wins the Orange and Green Divisions? Follow THE Varsity Voices on Spotify for Chicago Catholic League football coverage throughout the 2026 season.#ChicagoCatholicLeague #CCLFootball #IllinoisHighSchoolFootball #IHSAFootball #HighSchoolFootball

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  Episode #152

  2026 Chicago Catholic League Football Blue & White Division Preview | Predictions, Key Games & Bold Picks

  Aug 7, 202649 min

  The countdown to kickoff continues! In this episode of THE Varsity Voices: Chicago Catholic League Sports Talk , Joe and Dan preview two of the most intriguing divisions in Illinois high school football—the Blue Division and White Division of the Chicago Catholic League. The Blue Division features perennial state powers: Mount Carmel Brother Rice Marist Loyola Academy The White Division may be the league's most competitive race featuring: DePaul Prep Joliet Catholic Academy IC Catholic Prep St. Laurence During this episode we discuss: ✅ Key players to watch ✅ Biggest storylines entering the season ✅ Must-watch games ✅ Over/Under win predictions ✅ Bold predictions for every team ✅ Which programs are poised to surprise the Chicago Catholic League this season Who wins the Blue? Who emerges from the White? Which bold prediction will actually come true? Join the conversation and let us know your predictions in the comments! Subscribe to THE Varsity Voices Media Network for year-round coverage of Chicago Catholic League football and Illinois high school sports including interviews with coaches, players and athletic directors, recruiting news, rankings and in-depth analysis. #ChicagoCatholicLeague #CCLFootball #IllinoisHighSchoolFootball #VarsityVoices#HighSchoolFootball

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  Episode #151

  Chicago Catholic League Football 2026 Preview | Red & Purple Division Predictions, Players & Key Games

  Jul 31, 202654 min

  The countdown to kickoff continues! In this episode of THE Varsity Voices: Chicago Catholic League Sports Talk , Joe and Dan preview two more divisions in one of the nation's premier high school football conferences—the Chicago Catholic League Red and Purple Divisions . We break down each team's outlook for the 2026 season, discuss impact players, analyze the biggest games on the schedule, make our over/under win predictions, and finish with our bold predictions that we'll revisit once the season begins. Red Division • Leo Catholic • Saint Viator • De La Salle Institute • Marian Catholic Purple Division • Benet Academy • Notre Dame College Prep • Marmion Academy • Saint Patrick ✔ Team-by-team breakdowns ✔ Key returning players ✔ Biggest games on each schedule ✔ Over/Under win predictions ✔ Bold predictions ✔ Season storylines to watch Which team will exceed expectations? Who wins each division? Which prediction do you think we'll regret? Leave your predictions in the comments! Subscribe for weekly coverage of Chicago Catholic League Football and Illinois High School Football , including game previews, interviews with coaches and players, rankings, recruiting, and in-depth analysis throughout the season. #ChicagoCatholicLeague #CCLFootball #IllinoisHighSchoolFootball #HighSchoolFootball #IHSAFootball #ChicagoFootball #FootballPodcast #BenetAcademy #NotreDameCollegePrep #MarmionAcademy #SaintPatrick #LeoCatholic #SaintViator #DeLaSalleInstitute #MarianCatholic #VarsityVoices #HighSchoolSports #FootballPredictions

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  Episode #1

  Benet Academy Head Coach Joe Cabay | Building a GCAC Flag Football Championship Program

  Jul 29, 202621 minS1

  Welcome to the very first episode of THE Varsity Voices Girls Catholic Athletic Conference Flag Football Podcast! To kick off our inaugural season, we're joined by Benet Academy Head Coach Joe Cabay to discuss the exciting growth of girls high school flag football in Illinois and what fans can expect from the Redwings this season. Coach Cabay shares insights on: How Benet Academy is building its flag football program What makes girls flag football unique and exciting The skills that separate great flag football players Team culture, player development, and coaching philosophy Expectations for the upcoming GCAC season Why the future of girls flag football has never been brighter Whether you're a player, parent, coach, alumni, or simply interested in the fastest-growing high school sport in America, this conversation is the perfect introduction to the Girls Catholic Athletic Conference Flag Football Podcast. THE Varsity Voices is your home for comprehensive Girls Catholic Athletic Conference (GCAC) Flag Football coverage, including interviews with coaches and players, game previews, rankings, analysis, and weekly recaps. Subscribe to THE Varsity Voices Media Network for weekly interviews, team previews, player spotlights, game analysis, rankings, and coverage throughout the GCAC flag football season. #GCAC #GirlsFlagFootball #BenetAcademy #IllinoisHighSchoolSports #VarsityVoices #FlagFootball

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  Episode #150

  Chicago Catholic League Mascot Draft | Which CCL Mascots Reign Supreme?

  Jul 24, 202642 min

  Who has the best mascot in the Chicago Catholic League? Is a Corsair tougher than a Viking? Could a Spartan take down a Crusader? Does a Hilltopper automatically win because they're already standing at the top of the hill? And what exactly is a Caravan anyway? In this offseason episode of THE Varsity Voices: Chicago Catholic League Sports Talk, Joe and Dan take a fun and unique look at all 24 Chicago Catholic League school mascots. We dive into the history and meaning behind each mascot before putting them to the ultimate test. In this episode, we: Explore the origins and meanings of all 24 CCL mascots Conduct our Chicago Catholic League Mascot Draft Rank the toughest, coolest, and most unique mascots Debate which mascot would dominate in a Battle Royale Discuss which mascot best represents Chicago Catholic League football Have a little fun with one of the greatest high school sports conferences in the country Whether you're a Crusader, Caravan, Hilltopper, Corsair, Viking, Spartan, Bronco, or Shamrock, there's something for every Chicago Catholic League fan in this one. Let us know in the comments: Which CCL mascot would you draft first? Who wins the Mascot Battle Royale? Which mascot has the best history? Which mascot deserves a redesign? Subscribe for weekly coverage of Chicago Catholic League football and high school sports throughout Illinois. #ChicagoCatholicLeague #CCLFootball #IllinoisHighSchoolFootball #HighSchoolFootball #THEVarsityVoices

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