Friday, October 23, 2026 · District game · Texas HS football
La Villa at Santa Maria
Texas high school football preview & AI prediction
AI prediction: Santa Maria by 2 · Toss-up
Santa Maria 55%45% La Villa
# La Villa at Santa Maria, District Matchup
Santa Maria gets the nod in our crystal ball, but barely, with the algorithm calling a 2-point edge and giving the home crowd a 55% win probability. This one screams toss-up, and that's exactly what you'll get when these district rivals square off, so don't be shocked if the model eats crow. The real question for fans: do you trust the math, or do you trust your gut that one of these teams is about to make a statement? Either way, this game has all the makings of a Friday night thriller that comes down to the final possession.
- AI prediction: Santa Maria by 2 · Toss-up
- Win probability: Santa Maria 55%, La Villa 45%
- Santa Maria is the model's favorite; La Villa is the underdog
- District game: playoff seeding is on the line
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Gameday
KickoffFriday, October 23, 2026
WhereSanta Maria (home)
WeatherUpdates closer to kickoff
District Rivalry
All-time seriesSanta Maria 0 · La Villa 0
Holds the trophyUp for grabs
Winner takes bragging rights and holds them until these two meet again.
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