ALTON 28, BELLEVILLE WEST 7: Keith Gilchrese scored twice, on a four-yard run and a 10-yard touchdown reception from Graham McAfoos as Alton won its first game under head coach David Parker over West at Bob Goalby Field.
McAfoos also scored on a two-yard run as the Redbirds took the win.
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Alton is now 1-3, while the Maroons go to 0-4.
The Redbirds host Belleville East at 7 p.m. next Friday at Public School Stadium.
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