I photographed the 4A football playoff game between Riverdale Ridge and Monarch last weekend. I witnessed my first high school overtime game. The rules are related to college rule but the ball is placed at the opponent’s 10-yard line. Monarch stopped Riverdale at 1 to seal the victory, 14-7. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen as much action in such a low-scoring game. Monarch’s defense line had a field day recording 4 sacks and 2 strip fumbles in the second half to make like miserable for the Riverdale quarterbacks.
Frederick took on Northfield in the first round the CHSAA 4A football playoffs last night in what will be forever known as the snow bowl. As a snowstorm blew through dropping heavy wet snow, Frederick rolled at home behind a strong running game to take down Northfield 32-14 to advance to the second round.
Broomfield defeated Columbine Wednesday to advance to the 5A girl’s soccer semifinals. Columbine struck first with a goal 12 minutes into the second half. The lead stood up until Broomfield redirected a corner kick with 2:39 left to tie it at 1-1. Then Broomfield scored quickly in overtime to win the match and advance.
The Broomfield Eagles pulled their second straight upset defeating #1 seed Loveland 28-27 in the first overtime of Saturday’s quarterfinal matchup in high school football. Despite 3 costly fumbles, Broomfield hung on for the win as Loveland missed an extra point in overtime.
November 18, 2017: Th eLoveland football team runs on the field before its quarterfinal playoff game in Broomfield. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime. Broomfield’s Steve Croell attempts a pass in the first half.
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB lofts a long pass against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. The pass was complete for a long gain but Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Loveland wideout hauls in a long pass against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. The pass was complete for a long gain but Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Loveland wideout hauls in a touchdown pass over the outstretched arms of a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Loveland wideout and a teammate celebrate his touchdown catch against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner fumbles against Loveland in the first half. Loveland recovered the ball but officials fuled him out of bounds. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Loveland cheerleaders urge the fans to make noise against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner hurdles a defender looking for extra yardage against Loveland in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner looks for extra yardage against Loveland in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield and Loveland linemen battle it out during athe first half. Broomfield won 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield QB Steve Croell avoids a Loveland defender in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield QB Steve Croell launches a deep pass against Loveland in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner is frustrated at a missed opportunity in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield hung on to defeat Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner fumbles on the Loveland 3 yard line just before what looked like it would be the go ahead score in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield hung on to defeat Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: The Loveland running back tries to avoid a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland running back is tackled after a long gain by a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB stiff arms a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB throws a pass in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: Broomfield fans cheer on their team against Loveland. Broomfield won 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: The Loveland wide receiver can’t believe there wasn’t an interference call on a deep ball in the second half of the 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB scores the go ahead touchdown in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. The indians missed the extra point and Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield player just misses blocking the extra point attempt by Loveland in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield player just misses blocking the extra point attempt by Loveland in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield scores the tying touchdown in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal as a Loveland defender arrives late. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27
November 18, 2017: Broomfield kicks the winning extra point as they defeated Loveland 28-27 in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield QB Steve Croell celebrates with a student after Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of the 4A quarterfinals.
The playoffs are here for spring sports in Colorado. Â I covered the 5A girl’s soccer game between Broomfield and Chaparral last night in Broomfield. Â The Eagles won easily, 6-0. Â I got some amazing action shots, particularly of Chaparral’s goalie who was under constant pressure. Â Enjoy!
