The regular season basketball opener for Silverdale Baptist was one to remember.
The Seahawks flourished inside their brand new state-of-the-art Silverdale Center gymnasium – a $12 million facility which includes a video jumbotron. The boys’ team claimed a pair of wins to begin the season, handing the Chattanooga Patriots a 71-44 defeat in Tuesday afternoon’s opener, then followed with a 69-43 win over Signal Mountain.
“The energy in the gym was electric, especially getting to play in front of the entire student body while school was still in session,” said senior guard Cameron Mullins, who let out a roar after a tough three-point play, which was part of his 16-point showing against Signal Mountain. “That truly was a once in a lifetime opportunity and something I will forever be proud to have been a part of.”
A pair of Silverdale sophomore guards started the season off red hot. Brett Wright scored 40 points and hit a combined seven three-pointers in the two wins. Meanwhile, fellow sophomore Kelsie Johnson stole the show in the girls’ 48-33 win over Signal Mountain, scoring 25 points, including 6-of-10 from 3-point range.
She also blocked a shot for the Lady Seahawks who played outstanding defense in the post.