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Clemson 5-star commit Cade Klubnik wins state championship behind huge second half

Clemson quarterback commit Cade Klubnik shook off a sluggish first half and threw three second-half touchdown passes to lead Austin Westlake to a 40-21 over Denton Guyer in the Class 6A Division II title game Saturday at AT&T Stadium.

Westlake trailed 14-13 at halftime but came to life in the second half as the Chaparrals claimed their third consecutive state championship. Westlake wide receiver Jaden Greathouse set a 6A title game record with 236 receiving yards and reeled in two big touchdowns from Klubnik as the Chaps outscored Denton Guyer 27-7 in the second half.

Klubnik finished the night 14-of-21 pass for 280 yards, four touchdowns, and an interception.