URGENT UPDATE: The boys soccer postseason kicks off its quarterfinals today, November 4, 2023, with thrilling matchups across classifications. Fans are eager to see if Boulder can avenge its season’s most painful loss against top-ranked Ralston Valley and if Legacy can maintain its unbeaten streak.
In the 5A quarterfinals, action unfolds at Englewood High School. The schedule features No. 4 Legacy facing No. 12 Cherokee Trail at 10 a.m. and No. 1 Ralston Valley squaring off against No. 9 Boulder at 6 p.m. Legacy aims to build on its recent victory over Broomfield, where Channing Schmidt netted an overtime winner.
Meanwhile, the 4A quarterfinals spotlight Silver Creek, who stunned Rampart in overtime to advance. Star player Parker Brown, known for his postseason heroics, scored a hat trick in a decisive 7-1 win over Pueblo County and delivered the crucial goal in the previous round. Today, Silver Creek takes on No. 10 Air Academy at an undetermined time.
In the 3A bracket, the focus is on Jefferson Academy and Peak to Peak, both of whom have dominated their earlier matches. Jefferson secured a convincing 4-0 victory over Lamar thanks to Troy Brown‘s hat trick, bringing his season total to 27 goals. The quarterfinal matches include No. 7 Coal Ridge against Jefferson Academy at 11 a.m. and No. 5 Peak to Peak facing No. 4 Kent Denver at 10 a.m. today.
As excitement builds among players and fans alike, this afternoon’s games promise high-stakes action and compelling narratives. Can Boulder overcome past misfortunes, or will Legacy continue its flawless run? With so much on the line, every match is a must-watch.
Stay tuned for real-time updates as these critical matchups unfold across Colorado.
