Streamwood's Blake Holder hands the ball off to an official after a touchdown catch last season. Holder is back for the Sabres this year after committing to Northern Illinois earlier this summer. | John Konstantaras~For Sun-Times Media
Burlington Central quarterback Ryan Ritchie runs upfield during a game last season. Ritchie is back at quarterback this fall as the Rockets seek a return to the playoffs. | Jeff Cagle ~ For Sun-Times Media
ERIK JACOBSEN
High school football practices begin all over the state Wednesday, a sign that the 2012 season is nearly upon us. Only 17 days remain until opening night Aug. 24, and as with every new season, there are plenty of questions surrounding area teams going into …
