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Maurikus Banks' long touchdown pass to Keyontae Gray, which he caught at about midfield, gives the Phantoms a dramatic third consecutive VHSL championship.
Maury plays Stone Bridge at UVA, while at Liberty University Phoebus meets Salem and Lafayette faces Liberty Christian.
The Phantoms' offense took control early as Phoebus earned another state semifinal berth. The Phantoms rushed to a 27-0 lead in the first half, and then their defense forced four turnovers in the second half.
"I'm staying in the pocket, looking down field and trusting my guys more," Rios said. "I'm not really getting scared at defensive lineman putting pressure on me."
The Phantoms give up their first defensive touchdown, one they dispute, but pull away from rival Hampton behind quarterback Adonis Stowers and a stingy defense to remain unbeaten.