Duncanville Football seeking more Texas dominance against stiff schedule
Duncanville High is coming off a historic 2023 campaign, as it claimed a second consecutive Texas state championship for the first time in school history.
Headlined by the nation’s No. 3 overall prospect, Oregon Five-Star Plus+ wide receiver commit Dakorien Moore, the Panthers are well positioned to rule its division in the Lone Star State for a third year in a row. Top in-state competition will look to dethrone Reginald Samples’ program this fall.
The highlight matchup on the Panthers’ schedule is set for Oct. 11, as they’ll head to DeSoto (Texas) for a date with the fellow back-to-back champion Eagles. A big clash against St. Frances Academy (Md.) will come following the season-opener on the road at South Oak Cliff (Texas) on Sept. 6.
Two 5-stars set to lead the Panthers
All eyes will be on the Duncanville offense this season. Five-star quarterback Keelon Russell flipped his commitment from SMU to Alabama at the beginning of June and has since boosted his stock with a big-time performance at the Elite 11 Finals in Los Angeles. He’s now the nation’s No. 26 recruit and No. 5 QB.
Russell will likely always have an open target down field, as Five-Star Plus+ wide receiver Dakorien Moore is considered by many to be the top athlete in the country. The former LSU pledge committed to Dan Lanning and Oregon earlier this month.
Other top recruits on the roster include:
SMU 3-star safety commit Tyren Polley (No. 607 NATL., No. 55 SAF)
SMU 3-star CB commit Javion Holiday (No. 608 NATL., No. 59 CB)
2026 4-star EDGE Kevin Ford (No. 137 NATL., No. 11 EDGE)
2026 4-star athlete Zachery Turner (No. 292 NATL., No. 28 ATH)
Duncanville 2024 Schedule
Sept. 6: @ South Oak Cliff (Texas)
Sept. 14: vs. St. Frances Academy (Md.)
Sept. 20: vs. Waxahachie (Texas)
Sept. 27: @ Skyline (Texas)
Oct. 11: @ DeSoto (Texas)
Oct. 18: vs. Lancaster (Texas)
Oct. 25: @ Horn (Texas)
Nov. 1: vs. Mesquite (Texas)
Nov. 8: @ Cedar Hill (Texas)
About Duncanville
Texas high school football continues to reach new heights and Duncanville continues to prove itself as one of the top programs in the state. Notable recent alumni on the gridiron include: Ennis Rakestraw, Colin Simmons, Omari Abor, Savion Byrd, Ja’Quinden Jackson and Caden Durham.
“Duncanville High School, located in Duncanville, Texas, is a prominent public school known for its rigorous academics, outstanding athletics, and vibrant extracurriculars. Offering a wide array of AP and dual credit courses, it prepares students for college and careers. The school’s athletic programs are highly competitive, frequently achieving state championships. Duncanville High emphasizes leadership, community service, and personal growth, ensuring students are well-rounded and ready for future success.” – via school’s website.