The Ridgway Demons lost against the Dove Creek Bulldogs back in January of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Saturday. Ridgway fell to Dove Creek 38-34. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Ridgway has scored all season.
Dove Creek's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Josh Kibel, who scored 15 points along with five rebounds and two steals. That's the first time this season that Kibel scored 15 or more points. Liam Hassell was another key contributor, scoring six points along with six rebounds and two steals.
Ridgway has not been sharp recently, as they've lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season. As for Dove Creek, the victory makes it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-7.
Ridgway will be playing in front of their home fans against Ouray at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Dove Creek, they will head out on the road to take on Monticello at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Monticello is out to stop a four-game streak of losses at home.
