Sterling scored 21 points in the second half to win the season opener Friday at Lake Villa Lakes.

The Sterling football team faces a stiff challenge in Week 1, hitting the road to Lake Villa to play Lakes High School, a perennial 6A playoff team, right off the bat.

Grant senior John Bolton showcased his vast skill set with 142 yards rushing, an interception and three rushing touchdowns to lead Grant to a 34-14 victory over Lakes.