Willis traveled to Waco for a regional finals showdown against DeSoto, falling behind 13-0 before mounting an impressive comeback attempt. Jermaine Bishop Jr. electrified with a 49-yard touchdown, while Sarod Baker found the end zone four times in the first half.
Tenacity kept Willis within striking distance, closing to a six-point deficit in the second half. DeSoto ultimately advanced to the state semifinals, but Willis's fight demonstrated the resilience that defined their postseason run through the competitive 6A bracket.
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