ARLINGTON — Experience meets opportunity Thursday afternoon as Grandview faces Yoakum in the Class 3A Division I state championship game at AT&T Stadium.
Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. with both teams entering at 13-2, though their paths to Arlington tell very different stories. Grandview arrives as a familiar postseason presence, while Yoakum makes its first championship appearance in program history.
Grandview, a former state champion, last claimed the Class 3A Division I title in 2019 and is seeking what would be the third championship in school history. Despite its pedigree, the Zebras enter the matchup as the underdog, embracing a role that has fueled their postseason run. Grandview has relied on composure and physical play throughout the playoffs, leaning on its experience in high-pressure situations to navigate close games.
Yoakum enters the title game with momentum and expectations. The Bulldogs have put together a breakthrough season, earning a spot in the championship game for the first time and holding a 77% favorability entering the matchup. Yoakum’s rise has been driven by consistency and confidence, with a balanced approach that has carried it through a demanding postseason bracket.
The contrast between the two programs adds intrigue to the matchup. Grandview’s championship history provides a sense of familiarity with the stage, while Yoakum’s first appearance brings hunger and the opportunity to make history. For the Bulldogs, a win would cap a landmark season and establish a new standard for the program. For the Zebras, it would mark a return to the top of the division and reaffirm their place among the state’s elite.
With evenly matched records, contrasting narratives and a championship trophy at stake, Thursday’s Class 3A Division I final sets the stage for a compelling afternoon showdown in Arlington.