October 26th 2024.
As the high school football season reaches its climax, the top teams in Class 5A and 4A are gearing up for some intense matchups. Let's take a look at the latest rankings and upcoming games for each division.
Class 5A:
1. Mountain Vista will face off against Rock Canyon on Friday at 7 p.m. before heading to Castle View next week for a game on Nov. 1 at 6:30 p.m.
2. Cherry Creek continues to dominate with a 55-3 win against Smoky Hill. Jayden Fox and Ty Goettsche led the team to victory with impressive plays on both offense and defense. The Bruins have now won nine consecutive games in the Centennial League and are one win away from securing their second straight league title. Up next, they will take on Grandview on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
3. Valor Christian will go up against Fruita Monument on Friday at 7 p.m. and then face Rock Canyon on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m.
4. Legend will play Douglas County on Friday at 7 p.m. before taking on Regis Jesuit, ranked No. 8, on Nov. 1 at 6:30 p.m.
5. Ralston Valley is set to play Denver East on Friday at 7 p.m. and then head to Arvada West on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m.
6. Columbine will face off against Denver South on Friday at 7 p.m. and then play Chatfield on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
7. Pine Creek will go head to head with Regis Jesuit, ranked No. 8, on Saturday at 1 p.m. This game is crucial for the Eagles as a win would bring them one step closer to a first-round bye in the state playoffs. Next week, they will take on Fountain-Fort Carson on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
8. Regis Jesuit will travel to Pine Creek on Saturday at 1 p.m. for a highly anticipated matchup. The Raiders have won five games in a row and are just one win away from a winner-take-all game against Legend for the 5A Southern League title on Nov. 1 at 6:30 p.m.
9. Erie had an impressive win against Legacy, with Ronin Ward and Braylon Toliver leading the team to victory. The Tigers have now won six straight games and are on track to claim an outright league title in their first season in 5A. Next week, they will take on Horizon on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
10. Fairview will play Fossil Ridge on Friday at 7 p.m. before heading to Rocky Mountain on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
In Class 4A, the top teams are also preparing for intense battles on the field.
1. Pueblo West will face off against Falcon on Friday at 7 p.m. and then take on No. 2 Montrose on Nov. 1 at 6 p.m.
2. Montrose will play Widefield on Friday at 6 p.m. before facing off against No. 1 Pueblo West on Nov. 1 at 6 p.m.
3. Dakota Ridge will take on Golden on Friday at 7:30 p.m. and then play Bear Creek on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m.
4. Broomfield will face off against No. 7 Riverdale Ridge on Friday at 7 p.m. and then head to Skyline on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
5. Mesa Ridge had a dominant win against Doherty, with their explosive offense leading the way. The Grizzlies have now scored over 30 points in all six of their wins, with their only losses being close games against No. 1 Pueblo West and No. 2 Montrose. Next week, they will take on Falcon on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
6. Palmer Ridge also had an impressive win against Rampart, with seniors Carson Campbell and Avier Elvira leading the way with 444 yards on the ground. This team is not afraid to get physical and will be a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs. Next up, they will play Liberty on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
7. Riverdale Ridge will go up against No. 4 Broomfield on Friday at 7 p.m. before taking on Grand Junction Central on Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
8. Durango will play Liberty on Friday at 6 p.m. and then face off against No. 10 Vista Ridge on Nov. 1 at 6 p.m.
9. Frederick will take on Monarch on Friday at 7 p.m. before heading to Greeley West on Oct. 31 at TBD.
10. Vista Ridge will play Air Academy on Friday at 7 p.m. and then face off against No. 8 Durango on Nov. 1 at 6 p.m.
As the season nears its end, the competition is heating up for these top teams. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on Denver's teams by signing up for the Sports Omelette.
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