North Crowley powered past Byron Nelson in the Class 6A Division I bi-district playoffs, clinching a 56-21 victory. Despite being tied 21-21 at halftime, the Panthers dominated the second half with five unanswered touchdowns. Their balanced offense and tight defensive adjustments proved too much for Byron Nelson to handle.
The Panthers’ offensive charge was led by Cornelius Warren, who rushed for 125 yards and three touchdowns, and Quentin Gibson, who hauled in 176 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Daniel Bray added a 78-yard rushing effort, including a 59-yard touchdown. Meanwhile, quarterback Chris Jimerson Jr. threw for 216 yards and two scores, showcasing efficiency under pressure.
Byron Nelson’s Anthony Sexton recorded 128 total yards and a touchdown, but the team struggled to maintain momentum. North Crowley’s explosive plays and relentless defense sealed the game, setting the stage for a second-round matchup against Odessa Permian.
Key Players:
- North Crowley: Cornelius Warren (125 rushing yards, 3 TDs), Quentin Gibson (176 receiving yards, 2 TDs), Chris Jimerson Jr. (216 passing yards, 2 TDs).
- Byron Nelson: Anthony Sexton (128 total yards, 1 TD).
North Crowley advances to face Odessa Permian in the area round.
Trophy Club Byron Nelson Bobcats (21) vs. North Crowley Panthers (56)
Date: November 16, 2024
Round: Bi-District
Final Score:
- Byron Nelson: 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 21
- North Crowley: 7 | 14 | 21 | 14 | 56
Team Stats:
| Stats | Byron Nelson | North Crowley |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Downs | 16 | 21 |
| Total Yards | 339 | 579 |
| Passing Yards | 216 | 216 |
| Completion Attempts | 16-29 | 12-16 |
| Yards Per Pass | 7.45 | 13.5 |
| Interceptions Thrown | 1 | 1 |
| Rushing Yards | 123 | 363 |
| Rushing Attempts | 30 | 45 |
| Yards Per Rush | 4.1 | 8.07 |
| Penalties | 4-50 | 8-92 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Fumbles/Lost | 1-1 | 1-0 |
Trophy Club Byron Nelson Passing:
| Player | Comp | Att | Pct | Yds | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Bizjack | 15 | 27 | 55.56 | 192 | 1 | 0 |
| Garrett Owen | 1 | 2 | 50 | 24 | 0 | 1 |
North Crowley Passing:
| Player | Comp | Att | Pct | Yds | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Jimerson Jr. | 12 | 16 | 75 | 216 | 2 | 1 |
Trophy Club Byron Nelson Rushing:
| Player | Att | Yards | Yds/Att | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Sexton | 14 | 73 | 5.21 | 0 |
| Grant Bizjack | 11 | 26 | 2.36 | 2 |
| Sean Robinson | 4 | 21 | 5.25 | 0 |
| Leo Almanza | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
North Crowley Rushing:
| Player | Att | Yards | Yds/Att | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornelius Warren | 18 | 125 | 6.94 | 3 |
| Daniel Bray | 7 | 78 | 11.14 | 1 |
| Kiante Ingram | 9 | 65 | 7.22 | 2 |
| Chris Jimerson Jr. | 6 | 39 | 6.5 | 0 |
| Malachi Releford | 1 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| Kade Smith | 4 | 23 | 5.75 | 0 |
Trophy Club Byron Nelson Receiving:
| Player | Rec | Yards | Yds/Rec | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Ippolito | 3 | 81 | 27 | 0 |
| Anthony Sexton | 6 | 55 | 9.17 | 1 |
| Leo Almanza | 4 | 41 | 10.25 | 0 |
| Joshua Engstrom | 1 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| Parker Almanza | 2 | 15 | 7.5 | 0 |
North Crowley Receiving:
| Player | Rec | Yards | Yds/Rec | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quentin Gibson | 9 | 176 | 19.56 | 2 |
| Jeramie Cooper | 1 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| Cam Hunter | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 0 |
Photos from Pat Carrigan:
