The Homewood High School football team faces a challenging matchup against top-ranked Clay-Chalkville in the Class 6A quarterfinals this Friday at 7 p.m. Following a solid victory over Hartselle, Homewood, led by senior quarterback Kaleb Carson, aims to upset a formidable Clay-Chalkville squad that recently trounced Gadsden City. With Clay-Chalkville's impressive defense conceding only 11 points per game, Homewood will rely on key plays, like forced turnovers, to secure a win. This marks Homewood's first appearance in the quarterfinals since 2022 and reflects their recent playoff history against a consistently strong Clay team.

By the Numbers
  • Homewood defeated Hartselle 31-24 in last week's playoff round.
  • Clay-Chalkville won their previous game against Gadsden City 44-7.
State of Play
  • Homewood is in the quarterfinals for the third time in 18 years.
  • Clay-Chalkville has reached this stage six times in the last eight years.
What's Next

The winner of this matchup will face either Mountain Brook or Muscle Shoals in the semifinals, providing high stakes for both teams. Homewood needs to leverage Carson's leadership and strategic plays to advance further in the playoffs.

Bottom Line

This game presents a critical opportunity for Homewood to prove themselves against a top contender; success could pivot their playoff journey and reinstate their program's competitive edge.