The stage is set at AT&T Stadium as the Westbrook Wildcats and the Gordon Longhorns square off in the Class A Division I state championship game. Kickoff is at 11 a.m., and both teams bring stellar records and high expectations.

Battle of the Best

Gordon, undefeated at 14-0 and ranked No. 1 by SixManFootball.com, enters as the favorite. The Longhorns boast a dominant defense that recorded five shutouts this season. Meanwhile, Westbrook, the defending state champion, holds a 13-1 record and is ranked second, bringing valuable championship experience with their third straight title game appearance.

Key Matchups

Offensively, these teams are evenly matched in scoring. However, defense may be the deciding factor. Gordon’s unit has been nearly impenetrable, allowing fewer points per game and limiting opponents to one or no scores in most contests. Westbrook, though resilient, concedes about eight points more per game.

Strength of Schedule

Westbrook’s edge could come from its tougher schedule. The Wildcats’ opponents combined for 94 wins this season, compared to Gordon’s 84. This battle-tested approach might help Westbrook counter Gordon’s defensive dominance.

As the championship kicks off, the question remains: Will Gordon’s unblemished record and suffocating defense prevail, or will Westbrook’s experience and grit secure back-to-back titles? The answer awaits on the field.