One order of business remained before the Chattanooga Christian football team could finish tying a ribbon on a dominating, 39-0 road victory over a young Silverdale Baptist Academy squad Friday night.
The Chargers, with a relentless ground game that amassed 303 yards and set the contest’s tone from the outset, huddled around CCS coach Rob Spence. They did their best to stay in harmony on the sideline while singing a heart-felt version of “Happy Birthday” to the first-year coach who has his team making positive strides.
“This was absolutely a great birthday present,” Spence said. “Tonight was a reflection of the team’s hard work throughout the year. We have been progressing all year on rushing and passing the ball. We enjoy running the ball when we have the opportunity.”
Those opportunities came early and often Friday as Chattanooga Christian (4-3) took control from the team’s first possession. The Chargers marched 68 yards on their opening drive with Brandon Mason scoring the first of his four touchdowns.
Two consecutive fumbles (the second one lost) by the Seahawks (3-4) on the next possession set up the Class AA Chargers at the SBA 14-yard line. Mason powered into the end zone on the next play and CCS had tight control of the game.