Muenster rides into the semifinals with the confidence of a defending state champion after dispatching Lindsay 28-14 in the Class 2A Division I quarterfinals, while Gruver punched its ticket with a tight 19-14 win over Stratford.
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These two programs are familiar with each other, as they faced off in last year’s semifinals. The Hornets dominated that game, winning 49-26 against the Greyhounds. In this matchup, the winner will advance to play either Shiner or Mount Enterprise in the Texas (UIL) 2A Division II state championship.
Here's what you need to know about Thursday's matchup between Gruver and Muenster, including broadcast information and start time.
Where to watch Gruver vs. Muenster football
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: NFHS Network
Gruver vs. Muenster will not be broadcast on traditional television, but it will be streamed live by the NFHS Network.
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Gruver vs. Muenster start time
- Date: Thursday, December 11
- Time: 6 pm
Gruver vs. Muenster is set for kickoff at 6 pm from Canyon, Texas, at Happy Bank Stadium.
Gruver playoffs results 2025
Gruver’s regional games were tougher, but the Greyhounds answered every challenge. They outlasted Ropes 23-13 in the regional semifinals, then flipped the script on district rival Stratford with a 19-14 win in the Region I final after losing to the Elks in October. That surge has Gruver riding a four-game postseason win streak into a semifinal rematch with defending champion Muenster.
Muenster playoffs results 2025
Muenster has backed up its defending state championship with another dominant postseason run, blasting Cross Plains 77-6 in bi-district before overwhelming Wellington 63-21 in the area round and clamping down on Albany 28-7 in the regional semifinals. The Hornets then completed a season sweep of district rival Lindsay with a 28-14 quarterfinal win, riding a balanced offense and physical defense into a Class 2A Division I state semifinal rematch with Gruver.
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