Vista Ridge has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 15.75 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They were dealt a 42-7 loss at the hands of the Columbine Rebels. The Wolves were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-0.
Zayden Stevens threw for 189 yards and a touchdown.
Jamir Ford was his top target, picking up 66 receiving yards. On the ground,
Gabriel Mcfarland rushed for 34 yards.
James Basinger continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Columbine, rushing for 129 yards and three touchdowns on only 14 carries. That high mark didn't come from nowhere: Basinger now rushed for 125 or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season.
The defeat snapped Vista Ridge's winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-1 record. As for Columbine, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Vista Ridge will host Pueblo West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Vista Ridge: 15.8, Pueblo West: 9.5) so any points scored will be well earned. As for Columbine, they will head out to take on Heritage at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Columbine is looking to tack on another W to their eight-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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