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September 15, 2026
7th grade Bulldogs defeat Lytle Pirates 34-0
By Tiffany Pierce
Bandera ISD Director of Communications
The 7th Grade Bandera Middle School Bulldogs turned in a dominant performance against the Lytle Pirates, earning a convincing 34-0 shutout victory behind big plays on offense, a physical defense, and outstanding special teams.
Bandera struck first when Charlie Byrd connected with Taggert D’Spain on a 55-yard touchdown reception. Hunter Cardenas added the extra point, finishing the night 4-for-5 on extra point attempts.
The Bulldogs' special teams answered with a big play of their own as Tyden Crowley forced a fumble on the ensuing kickoff, which was recovered by Boone Verstuyft. On the very next play, Maverick Fontenot-Amedee scored on a 20-yard rushing touchdown to extend the Bulldogs' lead.
The defense continued to make its presence felt on the first defensive possession when Maverick Stephens recovered a fumble. Bandera's defense remained relentless throughout the game, recording five tackles for loss and keeping the Lytle offense out of the end zone.
The Bulldogs continued their offensive success when Brayden Bolt connected with D’Spain for a 22-yard touchdown, followed by a 68-yard touchdown run by Cardenas.
Bandera carried its momentum into the second half. Tyler Baker kicked off, and Trevor Woody recovered the kick, giving the Bulldogs another strong special teams play. Byrd and D’Spain connected again, this time for a 15-yard touchdown reception, giving D’Spain three touchdown receptions on the night.
The Bulldogs' defense closed the game in impressive fashion, coming up with a goal-line stand to keep the Pirates off the scoreboard before Bandera ran out the clock.
With explosive plays, multiple takeaways, five tackles for loss, and a shutout defensive effort, the 7th Grade Bandera Middle School Bulldogs earned a hard-fought and complete 34-0 victory over the Lytle Pirates.
Final: Bandera Bulldogs 34 — Lytle Pirates 0
Bandera struck first when Charlie Byrd connected with Taggert D’Spain on a 55-yard touchdown reception. Hunter Cardenas added the extra point, finishing the night 4-for-5 on extra point attempts.
The Bulldogs' special teams answered with a big play of their own as Tyden Crowley forced a fumble on the ensuing kickoff, which was recovered by Boone Verstuyft. On the very next play, Maverick Fontenot-Amedee scored on a 20-yard rushing touchdown to extend the Bulldogs' lead.
The defense continued to make its presence felt on the first defensive possession when Maverick Stephens recovered a fumble. Bandera's defense remained relentless throughout the game, recording five tackles for loss and keeping the Lytle offense out of the end zone.
The Bulldogs continued their offensive success when Brayden Bolt connected with D’Spain for a 22-yard touchdown, followed by a 68-yard touchdown run by Cardenas.
Bandera carried its momentum into the second half. Tyler Baker kicked off, and Trevor Woody recovered the kick, giving the Bulldogs another strong special teams play. Byrd and D’Spain connected again, this time for a 15-yard touchdown reception, giving D’Spain three touchdown receptions on the night.
The Bulldogs' defense closed the game in impressive fashion, coming up with a goal-line stand to keep the Pirates off the scoreboard before Bandera ran out the clock.
With explosive plays, multiple takeaways, five tackles for loss, and a shutout defensive effort, the 7th Grade Bandera Middle School Bulldogs earned a hard-fought and complete 34-0 victory over the Lytle Pirates.
Final: Bandera Bulldogs 34 — Lytle Pirates 0