Churchill Bulldogs Defeated Walter Johnson Wildcats 35-6
The Churchill Bulldogs remained undefeated after a dominant 35-6 victory over the Walter Johnson Wildcats.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Football
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Churchill moved to a 3-0 season record following their decisive 35-6 win against the 1-2 Walter Johnson Wildcats. The Bulldogs secured their victory behind a strong offensive showing and a defense that forced three interceptions.
Why it matters
The victory keeps Churchill atop the local standings as they continue an undefeated season. Meanwhile, Walter Johnson faces a challenging rebuilding period after struggling to establish momentum against the Bulldogs defense.
Churchill quarterback Hunter Humphries threw a 20-yard touchdown pass to Will Quackenboss, while Walter Johnson quarterback Luke Maynard threw three interceptions. David Skopec entered the game in the fourth quarter once Churchill held a 35-0 lead.
The players
Churchill Bulldogs
This high school football team based in Bethesda has maintained an undefeated 3-0 record this season.
Walter Johnson Wildcats
The Bethesda-based high school football team currently holds a 1-2 record for the season.
Hunter Humphries
He is the starting quarterback for the Churchill Bulldogs who contributed a touchdown pass in the recent victory.
Luke Maynard
He serves as the quarterback for the Walter Johnson Wildcats.
The details
Churchill utilized a balanced passing attack for the initial touchdown and saw additional scores from James Le, Isaiah Taylor, AJ Wiseman, and Hunter Humphries. David Skopec, who replaced Hunter Humphries late in the game, also contributed three key catches after stepping in for starting tight end Nathan Bugel.
Timeline
September 18, 2026
September 24, 2026
Season Trajectory
This victory positions the Churchill Bulldogs as a primary contender in the local league while signaling a difficult path forward for the Walter Johnson program. The result forces a shift in playoff projections for both teams as Churchill remains undefeated.
Churchill improves to 3-0 on the year, while Walter Johnson falls to 1-2 following the defensive performance that forced three turnovers. The Bulldogs effectively managed their roster rotation, utilizing backup players late in the game to preserve the lead.
The takeaway
Maintaining an undefeated record early in the season relies on efficient scoring and limiting costly turnovers. Local teams must adjust their offensive schemes quickly to avoid falling behind in divisional standings.
What happens next
Walter Johnson will host the Wootton Patriots on Thursday, September 24, 2026, while Churchill will travel to play Walt Whitman on the same day.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Bethesda Magazine.
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