How will Duncanville handle being the hunted, instead of hunter?

The Duncanville Panthers have become a massive brand in the state of Texas.

Thanks Captain Obvious… but winning a state title just over a year ago in a 28-21 win over North Shore, has made up for the near-misses of the past. It’s put Duncanville on a new level inside and outside the locker room.

“Winning a title really puts that stamp on your program,” coach Reginald Samples said. “It validates that you are one of the best teams in the state of Texas, maybe even the country. You can’t really say that until you win that state title.”

Duncanville is on another collision course with destiny as they face Westfield Saturday at 3 pm at Reeves Stadium in Round Rock in the Class 6A DI Region II Final. The Panthers beat Westfield (28-21) last season in the regional final before earning that coveted state title.