Recap: Rangeview Raiders vs. Highlands Ranch Falcons
Even though the Highlands Ranch Falcons scored an imposing 55 points on Saturday, the Rangeview Raiders still came out on top. Rangeview took down Highlands Ranch 72-55. The score was all tied up 27-27 at the break, but Rangeview was the better team in the second half.
It was another big night for Kenny Black-Knox, who scored 30 points along with nine rebounds and three blocks. As a matter of fact, that's the most points he has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Elijah Denney, who scored 13 points along with six rebounds.
When it comes to explaining why Highlands Ranch lost, one person who can't be blamed is Nico Principato. Despite the final result, he scored 15 points. That's the first time this season that Principato scored 15 or more points. Another player making a difference was Zane El Bassuni, who scored eight points.
Rangeview's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-9. They've been dominating during the games in that stretch too, as they've won by an average of 31 points. As for Highlands Ranch, they have not been sharp recently, as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-7 record this season.
Rangeview will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Far Northeast W at 7:00 p.m. Far Northeast W is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'. As for Highlands Ranch, they will head out on the road to take on Ponderosa at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
