Share Your Downers Grove Homecoming Photos on Patch

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It's time to cheer on the hometown team and celebrate your school. Last weekend, Downers Grove North students danced the night away at their annual homecoming events; the week before, Downers Grove South held their own celebrations. But whether you're a Trojan or a Mustang, you're invited to share your homecoming 2012 photos with Downers Grove Patch. Just click "upload photos and videos" to get started, or email Local Editor Amanda Luevano at amanda@patch.com. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  There are plenty of ways to keep up on Downers Grove news: From Darien or Woodridge? We've got you covered:

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Downers Grove South Takes on Willowbrook in 2012 Homecoming Game: Watch It Live

The Mustangs (1-4, 1-1) will hit the football field at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Use Patch to watch the game live, courtesy of High School Cube.

Homecoming celebrations will continue at Downers Grove South on Friday with a football game against Willowbrook. The Mustangs (1-4, 1-1) will host Willowbrook (4-1, 2-0) at 7:30 p.m. at South High, 1436 Norfolk St. Through High School Cube, we are able to bring you a live stream of the game. Leave your predictions on the game below.  If you are a super fan of any sports team you should be blogging on Patch. CLICK HERE to give your team an even bigger presence on Patch. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  There are plenty of ways to keep up on Downers Grove news: From Darien or Woodridge? We've got you covered:

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District 99 Education Foundation Hosts Homecoming Events for South, North High Schools

The first homecoming social for Downers Grove South will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at the Moose Lodge. Food and beverages will be served during a live broadcast of the school's football game.

The District 99 Education Foundation will hold two homecoming socials in the coming days to celebrate the homecomings of both Downers Grove high schools. The events will be held at Friday, Sept. 28, for South's homecoming, and Friday, Oct. 5, for North. Both socials will run from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Downers Grove Moose Lodge, 1030 Warren Ave., where the schools' football games will be screened live. The socials will include pizza from Skuddlebutts, wings from Lemon Tree Grocer, popcorn from the Tivoli Theatre and a shuttle bus from the alumni tent to the Moose.  The complete schedule for both schools' homecomings is as follows: Tickets for the Moose social are $25 and are limited; they may be ordered by sending an email to president@…

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Mustangs Keep the Cannon, Defeat Hinsdale South 49-6

DGS beats Hinsdale South for the sixth straight year behind big efforts from its defense and running back Josh Wiliams.

The Rebel Cannon will remain in Downers Grove for at least another year. Downers Grove South extended the trophy’s stay by blowing out Hinsdale South 49-6 Friday night in Downers Grove. The two rivals have battled for the Cannon every year since 1966 and the Mustangs have now won it six years in a row, meaning this year’s seniors are the third straight class to have never lost the Cannon. “We’ve always beaten Hinsdale South, so it’s nice to finish it off,” Downers South Senior Defensive Lineman Jeremy Ulrich said. The Mustangs, who improved to 8-0 overall and 5-0 in the West Suburban Conference Gold Division, were led again by running back Josh Williams, who continued his terrific senior season by rushing 37 times for 233 yards and four …

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PHOTOS: DGS Beats Hinsdale South During Homecoming Game

The Downers Grove South Mustangs maintain their perfect record by beating the Hinsdale South Hornets 49–6. The 8–0 Mustangs will face Addison Trail next week for the final game of their regular season.

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DGS Homecoming Week Full Schedule

From Tuesday's Homecoming Olympics to Friday's dance, check out all of the week's festivities.

Homecoming Theme: Under the Mustang Big Top Dress-up Days:  Tuesday: Pajama Day Wednesday: Chicago Sports Team Day  Thursday: Super Hero Day  Friday: Blue on Blue Day  Special Events:  Tuesday: Homecoming Olympics at 6 p.m., Powder Puff football at 7 p.m.  (For Powder Puff, girls from each of the four classes will square off in a flag football tournament. One class will be crowned champion. Tickets are $3 at the gate for Powder Puff.) Wednesday: After-school clubs will compete in a hallway decorating contest with the "Under the Big Top" theme.  Variety show at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and seating is reserved. Tickets can be purchased prior to the show in the Student Activities Office or at the door.  Thursday: Variety show at 7 p.m. Tickets …

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VIDEO: DGS Fillies Halftime Homecoming Performance

Watch the Downers Grove South Fillies' performance from Friday night

Miss the game? Want to watch the show again? Just check out our video below.

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