Epic Showdown: Duncanville vs North Crowley State Semifinals Recap

North Crowley edged Duncanville 36-34 in a state semifinal showdown between undefeated powerhouses. North Crowley jumped ahead with quick scores, but Duncanville's Keelon Russell, the national Gatorade Player of the Year, kept his team within striking distance throughout.

Key fourth-down conversions allowed North Crowley to maintain their slim advantage down the stretch. The two-point victory advances North Crowley to the state championship while ending Duncanville's perfect season.