CHESAPEAKE, Va (WAVY) — The Oscar Smith Football team is only one step away from going perfect on the season and capturing their fifth state championship in program history. The matchup Saturday, December 14 is a battle of unbeatens, as the Tigers will take on James Madison for Class 6 gold.

Oscar Smith head coach: Chris Scott

2024 record: 14-0

Players to watch : Sophomore QB Lonnie Andrews, senior RB Brandon Nesbit, junior WR Travis Johnson

Oscar Smith assistant coach, Lafonte Thourogood : “This group is special. Definitely top-five, one of my top-five teams we had. You know, from even being at Bishop Sullivan with Coach Scott, we had what people called a super team, and this is definitely a top-five team that I’ve been a part of.”

James Madison head coach: Alex Jarvis

2024 Record: 14-0

Class 6 state championship: Kickoff is scheduled for 5 pm at James Madison University

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