Colorado High School Basketball - Rye crushes Ellicott
February 2, 2024: Calhan, CO 80808 Rye Thunderbolts (Rye, CO) backers were in high spirits Friday as they witnessed their basketball squad bounce the host Ellicott Thunderhawks (Calhan, CO), 66-34 in a league bout.
With the win, Rye upgrades its record to 11-5 on the season. The Thunderbolts host Manitou Springs (Manitou Springs, CO) to clash with the Mustangs in a 4A/3A Tri-Peaks bout on Saturday, February 10. The Mustangs go into the bout with a record of 8-9.
Next up, the Thunderhawks clash with the Crowley County Chargers (Ordway, CO) in a non-league bout, on Thursday, February 8. Ellicott will attempt to upgrade on its 0-16 season record. The Chargers go into the bout with a 17-0 record after their 73-37 league win over Las Animas (Las Animas, CO).