Prospect Ridge Academy kicked off their season on the road on Thursday and hit a couple of potholes. They were beaten by the Denver West Cowboys 49-0. The Miners lost against the Cowboys in their previous head to head back in August of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 35-15 score last time.
A big part of Denver West's victory came down to the chemistry between Marcelo Ortiz and his top target Robert Wittke. Ortiz threw for 124 yards and five TDs while Wittke picked up 62 receiving yards and three touchdowns. That's the most receiving touchdowns Wittke has posted since back in September of 2024.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Prospect Ridge Academy will square off against Manitou Springs at 6:00 p.m. on September 6. As for Denver West, they will take on Englewood at 7:00 p.m. on September 5.
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