November 30th 2024.
The recent matchup between Cherry Creek and Valor Christian at the Stutler Bowl left no doubt about the Bruins' dominance. Led by coach Dave Logan, the team secured their seventh consecutive appearance in the Class 5A championship game. After falling short in last year's final against Columbine, the Bruins are determined to reclaim the top spot.
From the start, it was clear that Saturday's game would be a one-sided affair. Quarterback Brady Vodicka and running back Jayden Fox were unstoppable on offense, while the Cherry Creek defense was impenetrable. In fact, the Bruins had two turnovers that allowed them to take control early on.
Fox's 2-yard touchdown run in the first quarter set the tone for the game. Shortly after, senior safety Dwight Johnson intercepted a pass from Dawson Olk, giving the Bruins excellent field position and leading to Vodicka's 23-yard touchdown run. With a 14-0 lead, Cherry Creek was well on their way to victory.
The Bruins' defense continued to shine in the second quarter. Senior linebacker Ashton Shepardson intercepted a screen pass and returned it for a touchdown, extending the lead to 21-0. However, Valor Christian was able to get on the board before halftime with a 1-yard touchdown run by junior Cash Spence.
But the Bruins were not finished yet. With just 28 seconds left in the half, Alijah Landrum-Hamilton caught a 17-yard touchdown pass, increasing Cherry Creek's lead to 28-10. Although Valor Christian managed to score a field goal before the break, the Bruins went into halftime with a comfortable lead.
In the third quarter, Cherry Creek continued to dominate. They put together a long, time-consuming drive that ended with Fox's 5-yard touchdown run, bringing the score to 35-10. From there, the game was out of reach for Valor Christian. Freshman Elijah Cromwell's 5-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter sealed the deal for the Bruins, who went on to win 42-17.
The victory over Valor Christian was not only a significant win for Cherry Creek, but it also marked the 12th meeting between these two powerhouse teams since 2014. The all-time series is now tied at 6-6, with the Bruins having the upper hand in title matchups with a 4-1 record. In fact, Cherry Creek has won three consecutive Class 5A titles, including a thrilling 25-24 victory over Valor Christian in 2014.
Next Saturday, the Bruins will face off against Legend at Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins. As they seek to claim their fifth title in six years, Cherry Creek is the clear favorite to win it all. Keep up with all the latest sports news by signing up for the Sports Omelette, where we provide in-depth analysis on Denver's teams.
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