WARSAW, Va. The Rappahannock Raiders are headed to the Class 1 state championship game after defeating Buffalo Gap 38-32 in a thrilling semifinal matchup that featured multiple lead changes and explosive plays.

The game was tied 16-16 late in the first quarter when the Raiders seized momentum. Tanner Cook forced a fumble by knocking the ball loose from Cooper Reed's hands, and Christian Destin scooped up the loose ball and returned it 33 yards for a touchdown, giving the Raiders their first lead of the day at 23-16.

Buffalo Gap answered in the second quarter when Isaac Goff punched in a 5-yard touchdown run. The Bisons successfully converted the 2-point conversion to take a 24-23 lead into halftime.

The Bisons extended their advantage in the third quarter, building a 32-23 lead before t

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