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Houston, TX - The Houston area is at the forefront of the Texas high school football playoffs, with a plethora of exciting matchups featuring local teams set to unfold in the coming week. Here's a breakdown of the key games that promise gridiron action and drama in the regional semifinals.

Triple-Header at NRG Stadium: Local Showcases and Out-of-Town Duels

A triple-header at NRG Stadium on Friday takes center stage, boasting six Houston-area contenders and captivating matchups that extend beyond the city limits.

Cy-Fair vs. North Shore: North Shore, Class 6A's top-ranked team, faces Cy-Fair in what is anticipated to be a clash of titans. Cy-Fair, with a remarkable rebound after their season opener loss, stands as a formidable opponent, particularly after their overtime victory against No. 8 Katy last week. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Friday at NRG Stadium.

Lamar vs. Atascocita: Undefeated Lamar Texans look to extend their winning streak against Atascocita, closing out the triple-header at NRG Stadium. Despite facing a scare against Fort Bend Ridge Point last week, Lamar's 12-0 record and talented roster make them a force to be reckoned with.

Out-of-Town Showdowns:

Port Neches-Groves vs. Montgomery Lake Creek: The historic success of Montgomery Lake Creek continues with an undefeated record through 12 games. Facing their toughest challenge against No. 3 Port Neches-Groves at Sheldon ISD's Panther Stadium, this matchup promises to test Lake Creek's mettle. The game kicks off at 4 p.m. on Friday.

Duncanville vs. The Woodlands: Despite the travel to Hutto's Memorial Stadium, the matchup between The Woodlands and Duncanville is one to follow closely. Duncanville, the reigning Class 6A, Division I champion, faces The Woodlands, a team that has been more impressive than its 10-3 record might suggest. Streaming is available on Texan Live for fans eager to witness the action.

DeSoto vs. Willis: Friday night's showdown at San Antonio's Alamodome between Willis and DeSoto is a clash of undefeated powerhouses. Star-studded rosters featuring five-star Florida commit DJ Lagway for Willis and 2022 state champion and Sam Houston commit DJ Bailey for DeSoto promise a high-scoring spectacle.

Key Playoff Pairings:

The playoff pairings, compiled by Dave Campbell's Texas Football and distributed through The Associated Press, reveal the date, time, and location for all playoff games involving Houston-area teams this week across various divisions.

As the excitement builds, fans are in for a treat with these compelling matchups that will undoubtedly add more chapters to the ongoing saga of Texas high school football. Stay tuned for live coverage and updates as these teams vie for supremacy on the gridiron.