Providence Academy and Donelson Christian Academy squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Providence Academy had to settle for second. They took a blow against the Wildcats, falling 42-14. While losing is never fun, Providence Academy can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee football rankings (they are ranked 270th, while Donelson Christian Academy is ranked 109th).
Although Providence Academy took the loss, they still got scores from Ty Puhr and Cole Blanton.
Ford Bowman
| 11/07/25 @ Donelson Christian Academy | 15 |
| 10/31/25 vs Zion Christian Academy | 16 |
| 10/24/25 vs Grace Baptist Academy | 13 |
| 10/17/25 vs Providence Christian Academy | 22 |
| 10/03/25 vs Concord Christian | 25 |
| + 5 more games |
Even if they lost, Providence Academy's defensive line still kept up the pressure with four sacks. Ford Bowman was especially locked on to Donelson Christian Academy's QB and sacked him 2.5 times. Bowman is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least eight every time he's taken the field this season.
It was another big night for King Gardner, who rushed for 138 yards and one TD on only 14 carries for Donelson Christian Academy. The Wildcats are undefeated when Gardner posts 80 or more rushing yards, but 1-4 otherwise.
Providence Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Donelson Christian Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-4 record this season.
Providence Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Donelson Christian Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against University School of Jackson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bruins' defense has only allowed 8.5 points per game this season, so the Wildcats' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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