Photo: Zach Fox / @flicsbyfox
By Zach Fox
Paint Branch beat Bethesda-Chevy Chase 15-8 on October 2, 2026, scoring the go-ahead touchdown and two-point conversion in the final minute.
Defensive Battle, Late Swings
Defense controlled the first half. Paint Branch broke through late in the third quarter. BCC answered late in the fourth and added the two-point conversion to take the lead, but Paint Branch drove back and scored with 45 seconds remaining, then converted for two to close it out.
Key Performers
Key performers included Mark-Jefferson “MJ” Joinvil Jr. with a touchdown, and Alijah Bah with two touchdowns and two interceptions.
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