The second round of the 2024 NCAA Division III Football Championship brings an electrifying showdown between the Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusaders (6-3) and the Hardin-Simmons Cowboys (10-0). Set to kick off at 12:00 AM on December 1, 2024, at Shelton Stadium in Abilene, TX, this clash of Texas titans promises high stakes and intense action. The game will be streamed live on ESPN+.
Mary Hardin-Baylor vs Hardin-Simmons Football Game Info:
What: NCAA DIII Football Championship
Who: Mary Hardin-Baylor vs Hardin-Simmons
When: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Time: 1 PM
Live stream: Watch here
Matchup Overview
- Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusaders
The Crusaders, perennial contenders in Division III football, enter this game with a record of 6-3. Despite a tough loss to Hardin-Simmons earlier in the season, Mary Hardin-Baylor has rebounded impressively with a recent two-game win streak. Their latest triumph, a hard-fought 29-22 victory over Trinity, shows their resilience as they aim to avenge their regular-season defeat. - Hardin-Simmons Cowboys
The Cowboys, undefeated at 10-0, have been a powerhouse all season. With a dominant 45-23 victory over East Texas Baptist in their last outing, Hardin-Simmons heads into this game brimming with confidence. As the home team and top seed in this matchup, the Cowboys are determined to extend their perfect season.
Team Form: Last Five Games
Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusaders
- 11/24/24: @ Trinity (W 29-22)
- 11/17/24: vs Howard Payne (W 63-7)
- 11/10/24: @ Hardin-Simmons (L 27-19)
- 11/3/24: @ East Texas Baptist (W 27-14)
- 10/20/24: @ Howard Payne (W 41-0)
Hardin-Simmons Cowboys
- 11/17/24: @ East Texas Baptist (W 45-23)
- 11/10/24: vs Mary Hardin-Baylor (W 27-19)
- 11/2/24: vs Howard Payne (W 44-17)
- 10/27/24: vs East Texas Baptist (W 38-22)
- 10/20/24: @ McMurry (W 17-12)
Key Storylines
- Rematch with High Stakes
This game is a rematch of their November 10 clash, where Hardin-Simmons narrowly edged out Mary Hardin-Baylor 27-19. The Crusaders will look to flip the script this time around. - Battle-Tested Crusaders
With tough road wins and a commanding performance against Howard Payne, Mary Hardin-Baylor has shown its ability to perform under pressure. - Unbeaten Cowboys
Hardin-Simmons’ undefeated record speaks volumes about their consistency. Playing at home in Shelton Stadium gives them an added advantage.
Gametime Conditions
The weather in Abilene, TX, is expected to be 57°F at kickoff, offering ideal conditions for a competitive game under the lights.
Fans can anticipate a thrilling matchup as the Crusaders aim to end the Cowboys’ perfect run and advance to the next round. Don’t miss a moment of the action on ESPN+ this Sunday!
