The Longhorns were in unchartered territory in the semifinal win playing four quarters for the first time this season — eventually beating Abbott, 77-36. Stryker ‘Ry’ Reed ran for six touchdowns and passed for three more in the semifinal win. 

The Longhorns have outscored opponents 798-84 this year.

Prior to this season, Whiteface had a losing record in four previous playoff trips — 1-4 — and hadn’t played more than two postseason games ever.

All-state running back Ethan Kauffman had 5 TDs on the ground, while Jeremiah Rendon had five total touchdowns between rushing and passing in a 74-54 victory over Water Valley.

Follow along below for live updates from the Class 1A-Division II state finals between Gordon and Whiteface, scheduled to kick off at 2 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

Gordon vs. Whiteface, Class 1A-Division I state finals live updates

The game is scheduled to begin at 2:07 p.m.

First Quarter Updates

Will update here once the game starts

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