Silverdale Baptist Defeated Boyd Buchanan 24-20

The Seahawks secured a narrow win after ending their three-game losing streak against the Buccaneers.

Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Football

Silverdale Baptist Defeated Boyd Buchanan 24-20

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Silverdale Baptist Academy overcame a yardage deficit to defeat Boyd Buchanan 24-20 in a Chattanooga football matchup. The victory snapped a three-game losing skid for the Seahawks against their local rival.

Why it matters

The result significantly alters the regional standings, pushing Silverdale Baptist to a 3-2 record in the region. This win provides crucial momentum for the Seahawks as they move into the final stretch of the season.

Silverdale Baptist quarterback Bob Edmonds completed 16 of 23 passes for 219 yards, while Jackson Deitch added 80 rushing yards. Despite losing the game, Boyd Buchanan running back Jack Ferguson gained 122 yards on 22 carries.

The players

Jackson Deitch

He is a key player for Silverdale Baptist Academy who scored the game-winning touchdown.

Bob Edmonds

He is the quarterback for Silverdale Baptist Academy who recorded 219 passing yards in the win.

Jack Ferguson

He is a lead running back for Boyd Buchanan who recorded 122 rushing yards during the contest.

The details

Jackson Deitch delivered the winning blow with a 33-yard touchdown run with eight minutes remaining in the game. The Seahawks defense then sealed the victory by stopping Boyd Buchanan on a critical fourth-and-9 play deep in Silverdale territory.

The game took place on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Boyd Buchanan hosts Christian Academy of Knoxville on October 23, 2026.
Boyd Buchanan hosts Knoxville Webb on October 30, 2026.

Season Trajectory

This victory reshapes the regional playoff picture by moving Silverdale Baptist to a 3-2 record while dropping Boyd Buchanan to 2-3. The result leaves both teams fighting for position as they prepare for their final late-October regional assignments.

The result leaves Silverdale Baptist with a 4-3 overall record, while Boyd Buchanan falls to 4-3. Both teams now rely on their remaining October schedules to solidify their standing in the region before the postseason begins.

The takeaway

Maintaining composure late in a high-stakes game remains the most reliable path to overcoming a yardage deficit. Consistent defensive execution in the final minutes proved more valuable than total offensive volume in this rivalry matchup.

What happens next

Boyd Buchanan is scheduled to host Christian Academy of Knoxville on October 23, 2026, followed by a home game against Knoxville Webb on October 30, 2026. Silverdale Baptist will travel to face Notre Dame on October 23, 2026.