Phoebus will play Mount Vernon next Saturday in the state Group AAA Division 5 semifinals.

The Phantoms dominated Hampton in the first half on the passing of Ronnie Hendricks and the rushing of Travis McCright. Phoebus scored on four consecutive possessions and held Hampton to only 8 offensive possesions in the first half.

In the second half the Phantoms continued where they left off in the first half, but with a slight twist. Xavier Adibi, a strong and very physical fullback, carried the ball and several Hampton players on his way to a spectacular night offensively and defensively. Adibi finished the night with 106 yards on 16 carries and two touchdowns.

Travis McCright finished the night with 123 yards rushing on 16 carries (105 yards in the first half) and one touchdown.

Sophmore sensation Phillip Brown, started and ending the scoring for the Phantoms. On the opening drive, of the first quarter, Hendricks threw a 27 yard strike to Brown for a 6-0 lead and ended the scoring, in the fourth quarter, with a 58-yard touchdown run.

Shadeed Harris, a tight end and linebacker, became the fifth phantom to score a touchdown with his 15-yard catch in the third quarter. His touchdown came four plays after he blocked a Crabber punt. "Nobody is going to stop our offense as long as we stay focused," said Harris.

Phoebus gave up seven or less ponts during the regular season and have outscored their opponents 95-29 in the playoffs. ``We're peaking at just the right time,'' said Phoebus coach Bill Dee. "This is a satisfying victory," said Dee. "Our goal is to win a state championship, but we needed to get out of the Eastern Region."

Phoebus' last appearance in a state semifinal game was in 1987. Their main nemesis always has been Hampton. But, not this year as Phoebus has dominated both victories against the Crabbers.

Hampton ran only 8 offensive plays in the first half as Phoebus was most impressive moving the ball on the ground and succesful when Hendricks went to the air.

"Hampton knew what plays were coming from playing us before, but they still couldn't stop us,'' said Hendricks, who was 7-10-1 in passing for 110 yards and two scores as well as rushing for another touchdown.

The Phantoms have an opportunity to bring another state championship to the Peninsula District. Last year it was Heritage and now Phoebus has a chance. They have all the ingriedients of a great football team, versitle offense, aggressive defense, and a great coaching staff. Continued success in your quest for a Division 5 State Championship.

PHOEBUS 46, HAMPTON 15
Hampton 0 7 0 8 15
Phoebus 6 20 13 7 46

SCORING
Pho - Brown 27 yard pass from Hendricks (kick failed)
Pho - Hendricks 18 yard run (pass failed)
Pho - McCright 25 yard run (Adibi run)
Pho - Adibi 1 yard run (kick blocked)
Ham - Banks 12 yard run (Whitehead kick)
Pho - Harris 15 yard pass from Hendricks (kick failed)
Pho - Adibi 7 yard run (Mickle kick)
Ham - Wyatt 14 yard run (McGlone pass from Wyatt)
Pho - Brown 58 yard run (Mickle kick)

HAMPTON
First Downs10
Rushing yards 22 for 78 yards
Passing yards 65
Comp-Att-Int 5-10-0
Punting Average 4 for 17.7
Fumbles - Lost 3-2
Penalties yards 4 for 30 yds

PHOEBUS
First Downs24
Rushing yards 49 for 345 yards
Passing yards 110
Comp-Att-Int 7-10-1
Punting Average 0 - 0
Fumbles - Lost 0 - 0
Penalties yards 5 for 32 yds