On Thursday, the Denver East Angels came up short against the Arvada West Wildcats and fell 29-21. Despite 72 more yards than the Wildcats, the Angels couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Despite the loss, Denver East still got an impressive performance from Sean Campbell, who rushed for 145 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Campbell has posted since back in October of 2023.
Denver East wouldn't let Arvada West keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Denver East can thank Arthur Humphrey III and Elijah West-Duah for forcing both of them. Humphrey III has been hot recently, having also posted five or more total tackles the last three times he's played.
Jaiden Green was his usual excellent self, picking up 40 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 87 yards on only 12 carries for Arvada West.
Denver East's loss dropped their record down to 5-3. As for Arvada West, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a nice bump to their 6-2 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Denver East will challenge Ralston Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both have allowed few points on average, (Ralston Valley: 14.6, Denver East: 14.8) so any points scored will be well earned. As for Arvada West, they are on the road again on Thursday to play Chatfield at 7:00 p.m. The last three games Chatfield has played have been within three points, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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