2023 UIL Texas Football State Championships
Matchup: North Shore vs Deer Park
Game Type: UIL Texas 6A D1 Playoff
Date: Thursday,9 November 2023
How to Watch on TV: HSstateFootball.Com
North Shore struggled in its opening game of the tournament, narrowly defeating Kentucky 2-1. However, the Bulldogs showed their resilience in the Playoff, coming from behind to edge out Texas A&M 3-2 in double-overtime. Nicole Vernis, Hannah White, and Croix Bethune each scored goals for North Shore, while Jordan Brown made 11 saves in net.
Deer Park had a more straightforward path to the final, defeating Mississippi State 2-0 in the Playoff. Ava Tankersley and Morgan White scored goals for the Razorbacks, while Phoebe Carver kept a clean sheet with three saves.
When these two teams met during regular season play, Deer Park earned a narrow 2-1 victory at home. The Razorbacks are the favorites to win the 2023 UIL Texas Football State Championships, but North Shore is a dangerous team that is capable of beating anyone on their day.
North Shore: The Bulldogs will need to find a way to slow down Deer Park’ high-powered offense. The Razorbacks have scored two or more goals in nine of their last 10 games. North Shore will also need to get more production out of their offense, which has struggled at times this season.
Deer Park: The Razorbacks will need to continue their strong defensive play. They have allowed one goal or less in seven of their last 10 games. Deer Park will also need to get off to a good start and avoid falling behind early.
Deer Park is the favorites to win the 2023 UIL Texas Football State Championships, but North Shore is a dangerous team that is capable of beating anyone on their day. I predict that Deer Park will win the game 2-1.