Big Sandy battles illness, elements and Panthers

Big Sandy High School head football coach Scott Chauvet isn't pessimistic, he's realistic. With the weather on the Hi-Line more characteristic of January than November, and his starting quarterback suffering mononucleosis, Chauvet is preparing for the worst possible situation for Saturday's Class C quarterfinal playoff game against Sheridan - Gage Brumwell not playing.

"We're practicing like he won't be on the field in any way," Chauvet said. "If he is on the field, then it's just a bonus.

Brumwell, who's been the starting quarterback for the past two seasons, was diagnosed with mono about...