Carthage Punches Ticket to State Final With Semifinal Win Over Brock

MESQUITE, Texas (TXAN 24) — Carthage is headed back to the state championship.

The Bulldogs took care of business in the state semifinals, knocking off Brock in a high-stakes matchup. From the opening kick, Carthage set the tone with physical play, disciplined execution, and the kind of poise that has defined its postseason runs.

Carthage controlled the momentum on both sides of the ball, making key stops when Brock threatened and capitalizing on scoring opportunities to keep pressure on throughout the game. The win sends the Bulldogs to yet another state final, continuing a tradition of championship-level football in East Texas.

The final score: 49-21

Carthage will now turn its focus to the state championship game, with a chance to add another title to an already storied program history.