September 14th 2024.
Class 5A had a lot of exciting matchups this week, with top teams facing off against each other. In the first game, Cherry Creek dominated Regis Jesuit with a final score of 42-7. It was the Bruins' first game in Colorado this season, and they came out strong with a solid defense that held Regis scoreless until the late stages of the fourth quarter. This marks their sixth straight win against the Raiders, dating back to 2020. In fact, the Bruins have scored over 40 points in each of their last three meetings. Next up, they will be facing off against Highland Park on September 20th at 7pm.
Mountain Vista also had a game this week, facing off against Cherokee Trail on Friday at 7pm. Their next game will be a bye week, giving them some time to rest and prepare for their next opponent.
Columbine had a great game this week, winning against Fossil Ridge with a final score of 35-21. Running backs James Basinger and Mark Snyder were the stars of the game, taking turns running through the Fossil Ridge defense for a total of 362 yards and all five of Columbine's touchdowns. Basinger's final run, a 39-yard dash, sealed the deal for Columbine with a 35-14 lead in the fourth quarter. Fossil Ridge's senior quarterback, Nick Kubat, put up a good fight with 169 yards and three touchdowns on 20-of-30 passing, but it just wasn't enough. Next up, Columbine will be facing off against 4A No. 7 Vista Ridge on September 19th at 7:30pm.
Valor Christian had a game in Salt Lake City against East High on Friday at 7pm. Their next game will be against Mullen on September 20th at 7pm.
Legend had a tough loss last week, but they bounced back with a solid win against Prairie View on Saturday with a final score of 23-16. The Titans were determined to come out on top after their close loss to third-ranked Columbine last week. Next up, they will have a bye week to rest and prepare for their next opponent.
Ralston Valley had a game on Friday at 7:30pm against Mullen. Their next game will be against ThunderRidge on September 19th at 4pm.
Chatfield had an intense game against Eaglecrest this week, with a final score of 23-16. The Chargers were able to secure the win with a touchdown from Cash Williams in the last 19.8 seconds of the game. The sophomore also threw two touchdown passes to Roni Rohlman and Rome Bell, while Hunter Balderston added a safety to help build a 16-8 lead for Chatfield. However, Eaglecrest didn't go down without a fight, with Joe Steiner connecting with Logan Robitaille for a long touchdown pass to tie the game at 16-all in the fourth quarter. In the end, Chatfield was able to pull off a win and will be facing off against Brighton next week on September 20th at 7:30pm.
Fairview had a game on Friday at 5:30pm against Boulder. Their next game will be against Monarch on September 20th at 7pm.
Grandview had a tough loss against Legacy with a final score of 34-27. The Wolves had a 14-point lead in the first half, but Legacy was able to come back and score four straight touchdowns in the second half. However, quarterback Blitz McCarty put up a good fight with one touchdown pass and two rushing touchdowns. Next up, Grandview will be facing off against Rock Canyon on September 20th at 7pm.
Castle View had a game on Friday at 7pm against Horizon. Their next game will be against Douglas County on September 19th at 6:30pm.
In the 4A division, Palmer Ridge had a game against Lewis-Palmer on Friday at 7pm. Their next game will be against Longmont on September 19th at 7pm.
Broomfield had an impressive win against Rocky Mountain with a final score of 51-7. Quarterback Darien Jackson threw touchdown passes to four different receivers, while Colin Torres and Elliot Less added rushing touchdowns to bring the Eagles to their third straight win with over 40 points. Next up, they will be facing off against Legacy on September 20th at 7pm.
Montrose had a bye week this week after dominating their first three opponents with a combined score of 125-36. They have now won nine straight regular-season games dating back to last season. Next up, Montrose will be facing off against Grand Junction Central on September 20th at 7pm.
Mesa Ridge had a tough game against Dakota Ridge on Friday at 7:30pm. Their next game will be against Heritage on September 20th at 7pm.
Pueblo West had a game against 3A No. 2 Lutheran on Friday at 7pm. Their next game will be a bye week.
Heritage had a great win against Northfield with a final score of 40-17. After a tough loss to Arapahoe last week, the Eagles were determined to bounce back and they did just that with their second 40-point game of the season. They handed Northfield their third straight loss to a ranked opponent this season. Next up, Heritage will be facing off against Mesa Ridge on September 20th at 7pm.
Vista Ridge had a game on Friday at 7pm against Denver South. Their next game will be against 5A No. 3 Columbine on September 19th at 7:30pm.
Dakota Ridge had a tough game against Mesa Ridge on Friday at 7:30pm. Their next game will be against 3A No. 9 Pomona on September 20th at 4pm.
Ponderosa had a close game against 3A No. 1 Roosevelt, but ultimately fell short with a final score of 42-24. The Mustangs had a lead in the fourth quarter, but Roosevelt was able to score 21 unanswered points to secure the win. Next up, Ponderosa will be facing off against Falcon on September 20th at 7pm.
Riverdale Ridge had a game on Friday at 7pm against Severance. Their next game will be against Thornton on September 20th at 7pm.
It was an action-packed week in Colorado high school football, with many exciting games and close matchups. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on Denver's top teams with the Sports Omelette.
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