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

Five question Friday with SJO senior soccer player Will Page

What is the best part about playing soccer for SJO?
The community and fans are good, and my teammates are always keeping my head up no matter what, and we have some really good soccer players and coaches.

What has playing on the team taught you about yourself?
I can be a leader when I need to be, and I need to have confidence in my abilities

Do you have any pre-practice rituals or pre-game superstitions?
Always have a clear mind, or always be thinking of something that will give you drive.

What opponent are you most looking forward to?
Oakwood and Monticello

What are your goals for the season?

Score a couple of goals

Make a lot of great passes and assists

get the perfect free kick balls

Don’t let opponents score more than one goal on us

Have a good time with my teammates

Don’t leave high school without beating every team we have played at least once 

Teach the freshmen some new things they may not know.

Photo courtesy of the News-Gazette.

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