Naperville North senior safety Griffin Jurjovec recalls that trips to his grandparents’ house were always a treat.

The milk and cookies weren’t the only reason. The football paraphernalia once worn by his father and uncles was a source of fascination.

“My grandma always had their old helmets and jerseys and stuff,” Griffin Jurjovec said. “Putting those on as a kid and going to games when you’re young, seeing the players, is a great experience.”

Griffin Jurjovec’s father, Tom Jurjovec, played running back and linebacker, uncle Dan Jurjovec played linebacker and uncle Bill Jurjovec played running back and safety. All three appeared in a state semifinal for the Huskies, and Tom Jurjovec got action in the 1994 Class 6A state championship game.

“They love football,” Griffin Jurjovec said. “

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