May 18, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

5 questions with TREVOR AMES


How would you describe this team?
This team is special.

What is a lesson you have learned this season?
Having a chip on your shoulder is great thing to have sometimes.

What was your favorite moment from this season?
My favorite moment is after beating Unity.

Do you have any superstitions before games?
I don’t have any superstitions.

What has the fan support been like this season?
The fan support has been great and is part of the reason we’re doing what we’re doing.

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