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The third-ranked Duncanville Panthers and Pantherettes will play the No. 9 North Crowley Panthers on Saturday in the Class 6A Division I semifinal. Both teams are undefeated this season and are two of the highest-ranked teams nationwide per 247Sports.
North Crowley has been phenomenal, winning all their 14 games so far. On the other hand, Duncanville is on a 20-game winning streak since November 2023. The Panthers and Pantherettes are 13-0 this year.
The North Crowley Panthers dominated the Allen Eagles in their previous playoff appearance, winning 35-7. Meanwhile, Duncanville also easily defeated the Bridgeland Bears 31-13 in their quarterfinal game.
Duncanville vs. North Crowley: Prediction
No. 3 Duncanville and No. 9 North Crowley are two of the country's best teams, with their encounter on Saturday afternoon expected to be a close one. The game will be played at a neutral venue, so that won't give an advantage to either team. Going strictly by the team's rankings as per On3, the Duncanville Panthers will enter the game as favorites.
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Duncanville Key Players
Jaqualon Armstrong, RB
In his latest game, Duncanville's running back Jaqualon Armstrong had a great outing against the Bridgeland Bears. He recorded 75 yards on 14 carries and scored a couple of touchdowns.
Dakorien Moore, WR
Another athlete North Crowley will have to keep an eye on is Duncanville's wideout, Dakorien Moore. On Saturday, he was also in top form in the Panthers's 31-13 win against the Bears, tallying 97 yards on five receptions.
Keelon Russell, QB
Although Keelon Russell did not have a great game against the Bears, he is one of the best players at his position in the country. The five-star prospect has recorded 3,874 yards, 53 touchdowns and four interceptions while completing 69.6% of his pass attempts in the 2024-25 season.
North Crowley
Chris Jimerson Jr., QB
The North Crowley Panthers' quarterback, Chris Jimerson Jr., is one of the program's best players. He has 776 yards, 12 touchdowns, and just one interception, which is a huge reason for the Panthers's unbeaten record this season.
Quentin Gibson, WR
Quenton Gibson has also had an excellent season for North Crowley this year. He has recorded 506 yards on 20 carries and ten touchdowns. He will be a key player on Saturday against the Duncanville Panthers.
Cornelius Warren III, RB
Running back Cornelius Warren III is the program's leading rusher this season. On 47 carries, he has accumulated 350 yards and four touchdowns, averaging 116.7 yards per game.
Duncanville vs. North Crowley: Head-to-head
The Duncanville Panthers demolished North Crowley in their previous encounter. These teams met in Dec. last year, with the Duncanville Panthers winning the game 52-10.
