Arlington, Texas – The excitement is building as the 2024 UIL Texas high school football playoffs enter the fourth round, known as the regional finals. This thrilling tournament runs from November 14 to December 21, with the prestigious state championship games set to take place at the iconic AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
As the playoffs progress, several Central Texas teams have made their mark and are just one win away from claiming a coveted state title. The defending champions in their respective classes include Duncanville for Class 6A Division I, DeSoto for Class 6A Division II, Aledo for Class 5A Division I, and Port Neches-Groves for Class 5A Division II, among others.
This week, exciting matchups are on the horizon. North Crowley (15-0) will face off against Austin Westlake (14-1) at 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 21. Meanwhile, Southlake Carroll (15-0) is set to take on Austin Vandegrift (14-1) at 3 p.m. on the same day, while Highland Park (14-1) takes on Spring Branch Smithson Valley (13-2) at 11 a.m. on Saturday.
Friday’s schedule is just as packed, with a key matchup between South Oak Cliff (13-2) and Richmond Randle (15-0) at 7 p.m., followed by Celina (15-0) and Kilgore (13-2) at 3 p.m. Additionally, Carthage (14-1) will face Waco La Vega (12-3) at 11 a.m. on the same day.
As the competition heats up, fans eagerly await the showdown of top teams, including the undefeated Malakoff (14-0) against Columbus (13-1) at 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 19. The games promise to be thrilling, with each team striving for glory and the chance to be crowned state champions.
With tickets available for these exciting clashes, fans will have the opportunity to witness high school football at its finest. As the semifinals come to a close, the journey to the state finals is almost complete, and only the best teams will advance to compete for the title.
Mark your calendars and get ready for some action-packed football this December!
