Dakota Ridge Football's First Win Over Rival Chatfield Since 2003

LAKEWOOD, CO — By Dennis Pleuss for CHSAANow.com/Jeffco Dakota Ridge football reeled rival Chatfield back to the pack in the race for the Class 4A Jeffco League on Thursday night at Jeffco Stadium.

The Eagles rallied in the second half for a 31-21 victory over the Chargers. According to Dakota Ridge coach Ron Woitalewicaz, it’s the first win on the football field for Dakota Ridge over Chatfield since 2003. The Eagles were 0-6 in meetings against the Chargers over the past 14 years.

“We talked about that all week,” Woitalewicaz said of getting the win over the Chargers. “Sooner or later it had to be our time. We had a great week of practice and they were excited.”

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Images: 1) Dakota Ridge senior Jered Garcia, right, rushed for three touchdowns in the Eagles' 31-21 victory Thursday night over rival Chatfield. (Dennis Pleuss/Jeffco Athletics). 2) Chatfield senior Hunter Barnes (1) is able to keep his balance after taking a hit from Dakota Ridge senior Joshua Roybal. (Dennis Pleuss/Jeffco Athletics). 3) Chatfield quarterback Zack Yanda drops back to pass Thursday at Jeffco Stadium. (Dennis Pleuss/Jeffco Athletics). 4) Dakota Ridge quarterback Benjamin Biffinger is wrapped up by Chatfield's Anthony Johnston (68) and Derian Smith (36) during the first half Thursday. (Dennis Pleuss/Jeffco Athletics)