The Widefield Gladiators basketball squad (Colorado Springs, CO), was crushed 67-43 in Thursday's non-league battle with the visiting Palmer Ridge Bears (Monument, CO)

With the victory, Palmer Ridge advances its record to 2-1 on the year. The Bears travel to Freshman Opponent (, ) to meet the in a non-league battle on Tuesday, December 17. The enter the battle with a record of 25-55. Freshman Opponent lost 38-24 in their recent league battle against Grace Christian (Sanford, NC)

The Gladiators now own a 0-1 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to James Irwin for a non-league battle on Saturday, December 14.