Decatur Edges Juanita 34-33 in Overtime Thriller
A game-ending blocked extra point secures a narrow victory for Decatur at Memorial Stadium.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Football
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Decatur defeated Juanita 34-33 in a dramatic overtime contest decided by a defensive stop. Scottie Dinwiddie blocked the final extra point attempt to prevent a second overtime period.
Why it matters
The narrow victory improves Decatur's standing as they navigate the remainder of their regular season schedule. Juanita remains winless in overtime play following the missed conversion opportunity.
Jordan Clay paced the offense with two rushing touchdowns of 53 and 13 yards, while Dalton Brown contributed field goals of 40 and 42 yards. Juanita stayed competitive with a 22-yard field goal and scoring connections between Cole Zientko and Jack Duckworth.
The players
Decatur
This high school football program maintains a 6-2 season record following their victory at Memorial Stadium.
Juanita
This team dropped to a 3-5 record after failing to convert a game-tying extra point attempt in overtime.
Scottie Dinwiddie
He is the defensive player who broke through the offensive line to block the deciding extra point kick.
Jordan Clay
He is a key offensive contributor who recorded two rushing touchdowns during the game.
Dalton Brown
He is the kicker responsible for successful field goals from 40 and 42 yards.
The details
The game was forced into overtime, where Jordan Clay scored a 12-yard rushing touchdown to take the lead. Scottie Dinwiddie then broke through the offensive line to block the final extra point, sealing the win.
Timeline
October 24, 2026, saw Decatur defeat Juanita in an overtime football game.
Season Trajectory
This win keeps Decatur in a strong position within the conference as they prepare to face Auburn Mountain View next week. Meanwhile, Juanita looks to bounce back against Issaquah to improve their standing before the regular season concludes.
Decatur's 6-2 record puts them on an upward trajectory for playoff consideration heading into their next matchup. The loss for Juanita drops them to 3-5, narrowing their margin for error as they finalize their season schedule.
The takeaway
Close overtime games are often decided by single special teams plays that can shift the entire momentum of a season. Teams that practice disciplined line penetration in high-pressure situations frequently secure these narrow margins of victory.
What happens next
Decatur is scheduled to play against Auburn Mountain View next week, while Juanita will face Issaquah.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by West 42 Sports.
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