In a wild offensive shootout, Custer County traveled to 10,000 feet and endured a see-saw first half to soundly defeat South Park 48-34 and earn a winning season.
The Burros took the opening kickoff and marched down the field and got on the board first but in what would be a theme for the day, the Bobcats would stop them on the 2 point conversion to make it 6-0 Burros. The Bobcats answered quickly with a 38 yard TD run by Cole Budds, Ray Perez added the 2 point conversion to make it 8-6. Continue reading Bobcats Outlast the Burros 48-34→
by CCSD-1 Coaching Staff
The Miami-Yoder Buffaloes came to Custer County for the annual homecoming game and left with a 72-0 loss on their record. It was a beautiful day that began with the dedication of a brand-new scoreboard which was donated by the Aught-6-Ranch.
New Scoreboard
Following the kickoff, the Bobcats stopped Miami in 3 downs and an errant snap gave CCHS the ball on the Buffaloes 30 and in a few plays, Chad Lewenkamp hit Elias Zeller on a touchdown pass that put Custer County up to stay. Lewenkamp added the extra point and it was 8-0.
A key 4th down stop by Lewenkamp and Wyatt Aldrich gave the Bobcats the ball back and, in a few plays, Cole Budds was walking into the end zone followed by 2 point conversion by Ray Perez. Continue reading Bobcats Roll at Homecoming, Tailgate Party a Success→
It was a big night at Henrich Field on Friday, the Custer County Bobcats had their opening home game against Las Animas and played under the lights for the first time at Mile and a Half Stadium. The Custer County Booster Club made the experience possible and the players made the most of the evening downing the Trojans from Las Animas 38-14.
The Bobcats received the ball and marched down the field on an opening 50 yard, 6 play drive that was highlighted by a 37 yard strike from Chad Lewenkamp to Michael Stanley. Cole Budds scored on a 3 yard run to make it 6-0 with just a few minutes into the 1st quarter. The Bobcats defense swarmed the Trojans on the next series and the offense went back to work pounding out its run game with senior Ray Perez scoring on a 3 yard run to make it 12-0. As the skies darkened and the first night game in over 10 years at Custer County began to be reality, Las Animas showed they had some fight in them. The Trojans marched down the field and scored a touchdown and extra point to make it 12-8.
The 3rd possession for the Bobcats came up empty and Las Animas began to drive again. Junior Cole Budds stepped in to strip the ball from a Trojan runner and Jake Morris was close by to scoop up the fumble and rumble 20 yards giving the Bobcats the ball at midfield. Driven behind the running of quarterback Chad Lewenkamp, the Cats moved down to the 2 yard line where an errant handoff turned the ball over to Las Animas. The Bobcat defense would hold off until the half ended 12-8. “Although the score was close at half, we felt in control of our destiny,” said head coach Troy Bomgardner. “We had done what we wanted offensively and they only had a few plays on offense that kept their drives alive so we felt the game was ours to win in the 2nd half.”
The Bobcats went on defense first in the 2nd half and held Las Animas to 3 down and a punt and this is when the Custer County began to take the game over. Ray Perez broke through on 4th down and blocked a punt and then on 1st down Budds bolted for a 25 yard touchdown with Lewencamp adding a 2 point conversion taking the game to 20-8.
However, the Trojans would not quit and drove down for another score bring the game to 20-14. An onside kick recovery by Las Animas kept the fans wondering where this game was going but on the next defensive play, Custer County forced another turnover when junior Patrick Post intercepted a pass with a good runback to the Bobcats 40 yard line. Again, on the 1st play following the interception, Budds busted through on a 60 yard touchdown run. “Cole is becoming more comfortable running the football,” said Bomgardner. “The rest of the season should be exciting to watch him progress.”
The Bobcats defense began to tighten up and forced a punt to junior Post which he made a good 35 yard return to the 50 yard line. On the next snap Lewenkamp found Post for a 50 yard touchdown pass to take the score to 32-14. The teams traded a few drives with again the Cats fumbling inside the 10. The JV squad came in and shut down the Trojans and even had a short scoring drive with freshman Ben Penkoff connecting with freshman Sam Babcock for a TD.
Leading the Bobcats offensively were Budds with 134 yards rushing followed by Perez with 58 yards. Lewencamp finished with over 100 yards passing to Post and Stanley. Defensively, Budds had a big game with 22 tackles and Perez with 13 tackles. The Bobcats again led in the turnover game with 5 takeaways and only giving up 2 turnovers.
The Bobcats have an off week this week on the varsity level and will be at home vs Simla on Sept 15th at 1pm at Henrich Field.
by Amy Moulton
The Wet Mountain Minors youth baseball team kept a firm hold on their first-place standing with a week of blowouts. On Tuesday, July 10th, a hard-hitting home run by Grant Rusk, a triple by Colt Moulton with an RBI and walks from the Tigers’ pitchers started out the game with a strong lead. Then Moulton pitched three strikeouts, only allowing one run to end the inning at 8-1. In the second inning, Braden Troyer hit a triple with an RBI, which was followed by three runs by walk. Taylor Bradford finished the batting with a double, hitting in two RBIs. Kate Doughty pitched for the first time this season, getting the ball across the plate for two strikeouts, four runs by hits and only two runs by walk. Relief pitcher Rusk Grant came in with three strikes in a row to finish the inning at 14-7. Continue reading Wet Mountain Minors – First Place Standing→
Celestina Barnes and mentor, Monte Lee. Photo courtesy of CCSD-1
Custer County graduate Celestina Barnes is in a select group. This past spring she was awarded a Air Force Academy nomination by the office of Colorado Senator Michael Bennett. Although Barnes did not receive an appointment to the Academy, she is still passionate about her dream of becoming a pilot in the Air Force.
“I remember seeing planes take off and land at the Silver Cliff Airport,” recalls Barnes. “And this has inspired me to chase the dream of becoming a pilot in the Air Force!” To fulfill this dream, Barnes began the process of applying to the Air Force Academy. Her journey began during her freshman year when school volunteer Walter van Woudenberg connected Barnes with mentor Monty Lee. It was a perfect match as Lee graduated from the Academy and served 26 years in the Air Force and in addition was an Academy Liaison Officer for four years with the Air Force. “My role as a Liaison Officer was to counsel students interested in the Air Force Academy,” noted Lee. “So it was a natural fit to work with Celestina and her desire to attend the Academy.” Continue reading CCHS Graduate Continues To Chase Her Dream→
L to R: Dylan Schoch, Courtney Flynn, Scott Freeburg, Jack Bowker, and Kobe Lewsader. Photo by Jim Silver
Five seniors will graduate from Custer County High School having already set a course on serving in a branch of the United States military. School Guidance Counselor Troy Bomgardner arranged for an interview session in the school library with these soon-to-be graduates last Monday, May 14th. Listening to them express their plans and aspirations that day made for a meaningful few moments. These young people have done some serious thinking on their own and with their parents, and have made a choice which will thrust them into something bigger than just themselves in very short order. Following is an introduction of these students: Continue reading Grads of Custer County Class of 2018: Seniors On a Military Career Path→
Back Row Left to Right: Doug Burgdorff, Esther Christensen, Aly Taylor, Pike Rutt, Aurora Strait, Gavin Bonilla, Jacksyn Adamov, Lili Kozlowski, and Ted Johnson Front Row Left to Right: Nora Christensen, Everest Rutt, Brayden Baker, Matthew Burgdorff, Lily Anne Taylor, Jasmine Ferris, and Keller Johnson.
Last Friday, May 18th, the Girl Scouts and the Cub Scouts Pack #114 got together for some bowling fun and comradery. It was the first time for this joint venture. They are looking forward to more combined events in the future.
The Cub Scouts are looking forward to marching in the Memorial Day Parade on May 26th. On Monday May 28th, they will be joining the Boy Scouts to help the American Legion Post #170 with the Annual Memorial Day Service at Silver Cliff Memorial Park at 10 am. While you’re there remember to stop by the Boy Scout tent for their annual bake sale! There are sure to be some yummy baked goods available.
Anyone interested in joining the Scouting programs in the Westcliffe area should contact Doug Burgdorff-Cub Scout Committee Chair at 719-371-0902, Ted Johnson-Cub Master at 719-371-1257.
Last week, the Custer County Boy’s Basketball team had their end of season banquet. Coach Prins talked about the successful things that happen this year, the 18-game JV schedule, having 16 players to finish the season, the team improving each week, never quitting and the 22 points scored in the second
quarter at Del Norte.
Each player was introduced and received an award.Participation awards went to Wyatt Aldrich, Matthew Kienbusch, Dillon Kinsey, James Koester, JD Morris, Hunter Speer, and Elias Zeller.
Letters went to William (Billy) Berry, Wesley Curtis, David Kinsey, Chad Lewenkamp, Kobe Lewsader, Jakob Morris, Patrick Post, Eero Prusti, and Cash Rowley.
Assistant Coaches Cole McCollum and Scott Thomas handed out the team awards. These awards were voted on by the players. Coach Thomas handed out the “Hustle Award” to Patrick Post and
“Defensive Player of the Year” to
David Kinsey. Coach McCollum handed out the “Most Improved Player” to Eero Prusti and the “Most Valuable Player” to William (Billy) Berry.
Coach Prins thanked the parents, Joy Parrish, Jack Christensen and the players for their support. The program ended with a slide show of pictures and music put together by Deanna Woods.
Custer County Middle School Track Team Competes at Sangre de Cristo Track Meet
Coach Eric Prins reported that the middle school team traveled to Mosca and participated in the Sangre De Cristo Track Meet on Friday April 6th.
The boys were led by Joshua Christy and TonyTomasoni. Joshua placed First in the long jump and second in the 100 m. Tony placed second in the discus, third in the shot put and forth in the triple jump.
The girls were led by Kyleigh Martin, who finished second in the 400 m., fifth in the hurdles and was part of the sixth place 1600 m. relay. Brooke Bomgardner finished third in the 800 m. and was part of the 1600 m. relay. Brooke Flynn finished second in the hurdles, Miah Sayhouse placed second in the shot put. Katelyn Daniels and Kylie Carter were the other members of the 1600 relay.
Custer County High School Track Competes at Salida Invitational
On Saturday, April 7th the Custer County Bobcats traveled to Salida to run, jump and throw against 21 other high school teams. The girls placed 13th and the boys were ranked 9th at the end of the day, a day which started out pretty cold but warmed up by noon.
Bobcat girls who placed in the top eight in their respective events—thus earning points for the team—were the following: Kaydin Moore placed 3rd in triple jump, 8th in 300 m. hurdles and tied for 8th in 100 m. hurdles. Kayla Camper placed 5th in long jump and 6th in 100 m. dash. Memphis Curry placed 8th in shot put.
Press Release,
The American Legion
Post 170
Good News!!! At the March 5th meeting of Boy Scouts Troop 114, ceremonies included presentation of the Scout sponsorship charter to The American Legion Westcliffe Post 170. This charter confirms the strong bond between Troop 114 and Post 170. As the sponsoring agency for Troop 114, Post 170 provides support, encouragement, recognition, participation, recruiting and patriotic education as needed and requested as well as some financial assistance.
Recently, Troop 114 had three scouts elevated to Eagle Scout; a huge achievement. The Troop is active and engaged in our community and sets the example for excellence.
