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Friday Pick ‘Em (October 30th)
A .500 week for us last week, and we’re still searching for our first correct score of the season. Here is this week’s Friday Pick ‘Em.
Pick Record: 13-6 Points: 19
Series (Since 2004): 2-0 Granada Last Meeting (10/4/2019): 26-12 Granada
A battle of Top-10 teams takes place tonight in Granada, the winner of the game is likely the league champion. Both teams are on the verge of making the playoffs, a win here might help secure that. Cheraw 56-48.
Series (Since 2004): Tied 1-1 Last Meeting (9/20/2019): 61-19 Branson/Kim
A game of struggling 6-man teams tonight, we featured it in Part 2 of our Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week. Manzanola 56-32
Series (Since 2004): First Meeting Last Meeting: N/A
Swink and Denver Christian have never met. The Lions are at home, coming off a win, Lions 32-20
Series (Since 2004): Tied 2-2 Last Meeting (10/17/2019): 58-6 Fowler
Easy one here, Grizzlies 45-8
Series (Since 2004): 2-0 CSCS Last Meeting (10/24/2015): 49-0 CSCS
These teams haven’t met in 5 years, look for it to be a good one tonight as the Meloneer offense finds it groove, Meloneers 21-20
Series (Since 2004): 8-3 La Junta Last Meeting (9/13/2019): 22-6 Alamosa
La Junta has lost 2 straight and they aren’t happy about it, their offense gets going tonight en route to a victory. Tigers 35-13
Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week: Branson/Kim @ Manzanola
The Bobcats lost a close one last week to Hanover, they get back to the league schedule this week. Here’s Part 2 of this week’s Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week.
Manzanola Bobcats
Record: 0-3 Overall, 0-1 A-6 Southeast
Last Week: Lost to Hanover 27-25
Pass Yards/Game: 134 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 132 yards
Total Yards/Game: 266 yards
Points/Game: 24 points
Players to Watch: Daniel Escareno (Junior), Blake Williams (Senior)
Branson/Kim Mustangs
Record: 1-2 Overall, 0-2 A-6 Southeast
Last Week: Lost to #6 Granada 52-14
Pass Yards/Game: 66.5 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 169 yards
Total Yards/Game: 235.5 yards
Points/Game: 30 points
Players to Watch: Peyton Cranson (Sophomore), Brody Doherty (Junior)
Ark Valley Sports Prediction
Manzanola is another one of our Ark Valley teams that has struggled this season. The Bobcats look to right the ship tonight, Manzanola 56-32
Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week: Rocky Ford @ #9 Colorado Springs Christian
The Meloneers have had a rough go the first three weeks of the season, having played the #4 team in the state two weeks in a row and then a tough Bennett team last week. The schedule doesn’t get easier this week for Rocky Ford as they travel to take on #9 Colorado Springs Christian. Here’s Part 1 of this week’s Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week.
Rocky Ford Meloneers
Record: 0-3 Overall, 0-1 1A Tri-Peaks
Last Week: Lost to Bennett 51-0
Pass Yards/Game: 73.3 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 14.3 yards
Total Yards/Game: 87.7 yards
Points/Game: 4.3 points
Players to Watch: Chance Finch (Senior), Shaun Gonzales (Junior)
#9 Colorado Springs Christian Lions
Record: 2-1 Overall
Last Week: Lost to #1 Limon 42-7
Pass Yards/Game: 75.7 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 137.7 yards
Total Yards/Game: 213.3 yards
Points/Game: 23.5 points
Players to Watch: Caleb Stockton (Senior), Joe Dunn (Senior)
Ark Valley Sports Prediction
Like mentioned above Rocky Ford has seen it’s struggles this year. The offense has to get going at some point, tonight is that point. It’ll be a close one but I’m sticking with them, Mighty Meloneers 21-20
Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week: Swink @ Dolores Huerta
Week 3 is upon us. Playoff teams are beginning to emerge from the back and some crucial games are ahead. Here’s part one of the Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week.
Swink Lions
Record: 1-1 Overall, 0-1 A-8 Southern
Last Week: Lost to Simla 26-12
Pass Yards/Game: 86.5 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 143.5 yards
Total Yards/Game: 230 yards
Points/Game: 18 points
Players to Watch: Clay Roweth (Junior), Matthew Mendoza (Senior)
Dolores Huerta Prep Scorpions
Record: 1-1 Overall
Last Week: Lost to Elbert 16-6
Pass Yards/Game: 28 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 168 yards
Total Yards/Game: 196 yards
Points/Game: 11 points
Players to Watch: Alejandro Lopez (Junior), Jose Garcia (Senior
Ark Valley Sports Prediction
Both teams are coming off losses last week. Running games are key for both teams. Swink has the edge here, Lions 42-12
#ArkValleyFootball Week 3 Scoreboard
We have a full weekend of High School Football coming at you. Tonight features 3 games with Arkansas Valley teams, that includes “The Whistle Game” between La Junta and Lamar. 3 games are on tap for tomorrow afternoon. Be sure to follow along with us here all weekend for live scores…
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Friday Pick ‘Em (October 23rd)
Week 3 is upon us in Prep Football. League matchups taking place across the board. We went 5-2 last week with our picks and picked up 8 more points. Here’s this weeks Friday Pick ‘Em!
Pick Record: 10-3 Points: 16
Series (Since 2004): 5-1 Walsh Last Meeting (9/13/2019): 34-20 Walsh
Walsh has won the last 4 matchups between theses two. But the Cheraw offense is firing on all cylinders this year. Wolverines in a blowout 62-12
Series (Since 2004): Tied 3-3 Last Meeting (10/16/2015): 53-7 Hanover
It’s been 5 years since these teams have matched up. The series is tied. Manzanola gets the edge in the series, Bobcats 45-38
Series (Since 2004): 7-3 Fowler Last Meeting (10/25/2019): 50-6 Fowler
Fowler is the #2 team in Class A-8. The Grizzlies have no problem with the Longhorns this week. Fowler 54-6.
Series (Since 2004): First Meeting Last Meeting: N/A
Swink shut out Simla last weekend in the second half, the Lions look to keep that going against DHPH. The Scorpions have struggled in recent years and those struggles continue. Swink 42-12
Series (Since 2004): First Meeting Last Meeting: N/A
The Meloneers are coming off two weeks of playing the #4 team in Class 2A. They’re back at home this week and it’ll be a good one with Bennett. Mighty Meloneers 34-21.
Series (Since 2004): 11-5 Lamar Last Meeting (10/18/2019)
Lamar won “The Whistle” back last year for the first time in 5 years. The Savages are #4 in the state. BUT, its “The Whistle Game”, and if there’s one thing we have learned over the rivalry, it’s that anything is possible. Am I really going to say it…you bet! Lamar on Upset Alert. Tigers 35-28
Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week: #8 Cheraw @ Walsh
Some fast paced, high scoring 6-Man action is coming to this segment this week. Cheraw is 2-0 this year and #8 in the most recent CHSAA poll. Here’s part 2 of this week’s Ark Valley Sports Game(s) of the Week
#8 Cheraw Wolverines
Record: 2-0 Overall
Last Week: Defeated Cotopaxi 46-0
Pass Yards/Game: 80 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 215.5 yards
Total Yards/Game: 295.5 yards
Points/Game: 52.5 points
Players to Watch: Cade Phillips (Sophomore), Braeden Harris (Sophomore)
Walsh Eagles:
Record: 1-1 Overall, 1-0 A-6 Southeast
Last Week: Defeated #10 Branson/Kim 16-12
Pass Yards/Game: 62 yards
Rush Yards/Game: 102 yards
Total Yards/Game: 164 yards
Points/Game: 12 points
Players to Watch: Kevin Rodriguez (Senior), Leyton Jones (Freshman)
Ark Valley Sports Prediction
Not to get ahead of ourselves, but we could have a slugfest coming next week with Cheraw and Granada both being undefeated and ranked in the Top-10….With that its all Wolverines here, Cheraw 62-12
#ArkValleyFootball Standings
A-6 Southeast LEague
| Pos | Team | LW | LL | W | L | Pct | PF | PA | Net Pts | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  #7 Cheraw Wolverines | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.000 | 159 | 24 | 135 | W3 |
| 2 |  #4 Granada Bobcats | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.000 | 184 | 40 | 144 | W3 |
| 3 |  Walsh Eagles | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 48 | 105 | -57 | L1 |
| 4 | Branson/Kim Mustangs | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 60 | 87 | -27 | L2 |
| 5 |  Manzanola Bobcats | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 72 | 145 | -73 | L3 |
A-8 Ark Valley League
| Pos | Team | LW | LL | W | L | Pct | PF | PA | Net Pts | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  #7 Crowley County Chargers | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1.000 | 94 | 12 | 82 | W2 |
| 2 |  #2 Fowler Grizzlies | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.000 | 135 | 14 | 121 | W2 |
| 3 |  Wiley Panthers | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 24 | 68 | -42 | W1 |
| 4 |  McClave Cardinals | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.333 | 30 | 132 | -102 | L3 |
| 5 |  Springfield Longhorns | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 60 | 143 | -83 | L3 |
| 6 |  #10 Holly Wildcats | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.000 | 48 | 44 | 4 | W1 |
A-8 Southern League
| Pos | Team | LW | LL | W | L | Pct | PF | PA | Net Pts | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  #9 Pikes Peak Christian Eagles | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.000 | 82 | 40 | 42 | W3 |
| 2 | Simla Cubs | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.667 | 84 | 31 | 53 | L1 |
| 3 |  Swink Lions | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.667 | 58 | 62 | -4 | W1 |
| 4 |  Dolores Huerta Prep Scorpions | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 50 | 54 | -4 | L2 |
| 5 |  Calhan Bulldogs | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.667 | 70 | 46 | 24 | W1 |
1A Tri-Peaks League
| Pos | Team | LW | LL | W | L | Pct | PF | PA | Net Pts | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  #3 Florence Huskies | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.000 | 128 | 20 | 108 | W3 |
| 2 |  Peyton Panthers | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.667 | 75 | 48 | 27 | L1 |
| 3 |  Rye Thunderbolts | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.500 | 13 | 43 | -30 | L1 |
| 4 |  Rocky Ford Meloneers | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 13 | 153 | -140 | L3 |
| 5 |  #9 Colorado Springs Christian Lions | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.667 | 49 | 50 | -1 | L1 |
| 6 |  Trinidad Miners | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0 | 50 | -50 | L2 |
2A Southwest LEague
| Pos | Team | LW | LL | W | L | Pct | PF | PA | Net Pts | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  #5 Pagosa Springs Pirates | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.000 | 132 | 20 | 112 | W3 |
| 2 |  #4 Lamar Savages | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.000 | 116 | 41 | 72 | W3 |
| 3 |  La Junta Tigers | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 43 | 98 | -55 | L2 |
| 4 |  Alamosa Mean Moose | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 19 | 67 | -48 | L2 |
| 5 |  Bayfield Wolverines | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 37 | 115 | -78 | L3 |
Friday Pick ‘Em (October 16th)
It’s back again, the Friday Pick ‘Em is here . Last week we picked 5 of the 6 winners, let’s see if we can make it a perfect week this week. Here’s your Week 2 Friday Pick ‘Em
Pick Record: 5-1 Points: 8
Series (Since 2004): 2-1 Cheraw Last Meeting (10/24/2015): 77-38 Cheraw
For the second week in a row Cotopaxi will play a team from the A-6 Southeast League, and once again the game will be in Cotopaxi. The Pirates had a close one against Manzanola last week. And it’s a close one again this week. Cheraw 44-40
Series (Since 2004): 3-0 Granada Last Meeting (8/30/2019): 24-18 Granada
This one is easy, Bobcats win! As we mentioned above, Manzanola had a close one with Cotopaxi last week. But it’s not Cotopaxi this week, instead Manzy opens the league schedule with a solid Granada team. Granada is too much for Manzanola to overcome, Granada 60-14.
Series (Since 2004): 6-2 Simla Last Meeting (10/18/2019): 28-14 Simla
Almost a year later to the date, these two will meet. A close matchup these last two squared off, and I wouldn’t expect anything less than that tonight. Swink comes out on top 35-30
Series (Since 2004): 6-2 Fowler Last Meeting (10/11/2019):
Fowler is going to be playing 2 games in a matter of 4 days. This one is in the Ark Valley League, which I feel is Fowler’s to lose. Grizzlies handle Panthers easily 52-6.
Series (Since 2004): 1st Meeting Last Meeting: N/A
Crowley County’s move to 8-Man began with a 35-0 shutout of Akron. We’ll see how they can handle a league foe like McClave. Chargers are ranked #8 in A-8, they win by 8. Crowley 28-20
Series (Since 2004): 2-0 Florence Last Meeting (8/30/2019): 40-6 Florence
Rocky Ford had a tough time with #4 Centauri last week, once again they play the #4 team in Florence. The Florence run game is going to be the key here. Huskies run away here 21-7.
Series (Since 2004): First Meeting Last Meeting: N/A
COVID-19 has once again played apart of schedules for Colorado. Originally La Junta was set to host Manitou Springs, instead they welcome in Pueblo County. These two teams have met for preseason scrimmages the past few years. La Junta gets the first regular season matchup, 35-7.