Springville earned a 9-7 victory against Timpview in a 5A Region 7 football game on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026. The Red Devils relied on their defense to secure the win on their home turf, marking their second straight victory in the series against the Thunderbirds.
Timpview established an early 7-0 lead in the first quarter after TJ Tuha ran for a five-yard touchdown, with Easton Baird providing the extra point. Springville responded when Sam Nadauld caught a 6-yard touchdown pass from Beckett Burton, though the extra point was blocked.
Following a 25-yard interception return by Dallas Torres and a 37-yard connection from Burton to Damian Tupou, Springville had an opportunity to score before halftime. After a wide field goal attempt by Timpview resulted in a running-into-the-kicker penalty, Ben Smith converted an untimed down field goal to give Springville a 9-7 lead.
The second half remained scoreless as both defenses dominated the contest. Springville's defense, highlighted by freshman Brooks Johnson, recorded two critical sacks, including one on Timpview quarterback Mathew Manuma that depleted the clock.
In the final drive, Timpview attempted a Hail Mary pass that was caught by Dennis Tua’one, but Sam Nadauld brought him down two yards short of the goal line to preserve the win. Springville head coach Dave Valeti expressed pride in the defensive performance despite the high-pressure nature of the game.
The Springville Red Devils (6-2, 4-1) and Timpview Thunderbirds (3-5, 3-2) both look to continue their seasons next week. Springville is scheduled to host Spanish Fork in a 5A Region 7 matchup, while Timpview will play Pleasant Grove. Both games are scheduled for Thursday night at 7 p.m.
Springville's victory over the traditional Timpview power was celebrated by players, including freshman Johnson, who noted the significance of proving themselves against a strong opponent.
