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Oak Forest’s Andrew Dawson grew up with a vivid, keen sense of action-driven performance.

The senior receiver was never one for enjoying idle moments or time spent just lounging around and watching TV, unless it happened to be an engrossing football or baseball game.

“There were no video games around my family,” Dawson said. “Competition is a big part of me. I can’t just not do anything. I can’t just sit around. Sports keeps me busy all the time.

“My parents always put a ball in my hand, and always having an older brother to compete with was a big part of who I am.”

Dawson played the part Saturday, catching the go-ahead touchdown pass and recovering a crucial onside kick for the host Bengals in a 34-20 win over Peoria in a Class 5A state

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