The Cheyenne Mountain Red-Tailed Hawks had to endure a nine-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past Palmer Ridge 70-49. Cheyenne Mountain's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Cheyenne Mountain to victory, but perhaps none more so than Mark Ruiz, who scored 19 points along with five rebounds. It was the first time this season that Ruiz scored 15 or more points. Another player making a difference was Will Weinstein, who scored four points along with nine rebounds.
When it comes to explaining why Palmer Ridge lost on Thursday, one person who can't be blamed is Logan Boyer. Despite the final result, he scored 22 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Kraft, who scored 13 points.
Cheyenne Mountain's victory ended a eight-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-15. As for Palmer Ridge, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-9 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cheyenne Mountain will take on Pueblo South at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Pueblo South is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 61.8 points per game this season. As for Palmer Ridge, they will be playing at home against Mesa Ridge at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Averaging 67.87 points so far this season, Mesa Ridge's high-powered offense has been in full-swing lately, so Palmer Ridge better be ready for a challenge.
