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Basketball Roundup: High School Teams Face Tough Competition

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Rawlins, Wyoming - The local high school basketball scene witnessed a flurry of action over the weekend, as teams battled it out on the courts in a series of exciting matchups. From nail-biting finishes to dominant performances, here’s a roundup of the action-packed games.

 

Rawlins High School Outlaws Boys Varsity Team

 

Wrestling in Carbon County: Saratoga and Rawlins teams shine

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

In a thrilling display of skill and determination, two high school wrestling teams from Carbon County traveled to Lusk to face off against stiff competition from 17 other schools. The Tiger Invite proved to be a stage where talent and tenacity were on full display, and both Saratoga and Rawlins teams made their mark in their respective categories.

 

Chiropractor Ultra 4 National Champion

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

It is not lost on Jeremy Jones the irony of being a chiropractor and a racer in Ultra 4 racing.

Now he is not only a racer, but he is also the National Champion and also the Western Champion.

He received the National Champion title at Legends of the Fall Race, which took place at Lake Havasu City, Arizona, from October 24 to 29. 

Thrilling showdown at War Memorial Stadium

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

One of the best games ever in 6-man football occurred in Laramie at the War Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

It was the championship game between the Little Snake River Valley (LSRV) Rattler High School football team and the Burlington Huskies High School football team. It was the type of game where there really were no losers, but one team had to lose.

Lady Rattlers go to finals

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The Little Snake River Valley seems to possess a winning formula as both its high school sports teams, the Lady Rattlers (volleyball) and the Rattlers (football), have secured spots in their respective championship games.

Rattlers going to Championship

By Mike Armstrong    

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The football squad from Little Snake River Valley High School (LSRV) Rattlers, is on a path to the State Championship game following their hard-fought victory against a determined Dubois Ram High School team.

The Barn Burner of a Game

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

In a classic showdown on the gridiron, the catchphrase “It was a real barn burner of a game” truly encapsulated the spirit of the battle between the Encampment Tiger High School football team and the Burlington Huskies football squad on the Huskies’ home turf.

Rattlers stay on the road to the championship

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The Little Snake River Valley (LSRV) Rattler High School football team kept on track to be in Laramie for the state championship when they dispatched the Hulett Devils at home. Head coach Jack Cobb was happy with how his team took on Hulett.

Carbon County sports in late October

By Mike Armstrong    

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Football

 

Encampment High School Tigers dominate Meeteetse High School Longhorns in football playoff

Saratoga’s Cross Country Team excels at State Championships

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Saratoga’s cross country team celebrated an impressive performance at the State Championships, with Coach Rex Hohnholt expressing his pride and appreciation for the athletes who gave their all during the weekend competition.

High School Sports Roundup

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Football

 

Encampment High School Tigers roar to victory

It was a busy home weekend for many sports teams in Carbon County

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

Rawlins Outlaws Show Resilience Despite Loss to Douglas Bearcats

In a hard-fought battle on the gridiron, the Rawlins Outlaws High School football team faced off against the formidable Douglas Bearcats. Although the final score didn’t tip in their favor, the Outlaws displayed unwavering determination throughout the game.

The Rattlers put down the Pronghorns

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The undefeated Little Snake River Valley (LSRV) Rattler football team went to Farson-Eden expecting bad weather and a team to be wary of.

As it turned out, the Rattlers stayed undefeated, beating the Pronghorns 52 to 0 and the weather was good.

Rawlins brings it home for Homecoming

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The Rawlins High School Outlaws celebrated a memorable homecoming week filled with exciting activities and culminating in a victorious football game on Friday night. The week-long festivities showcased the spirit of the Rawlins community.

Exciting volleyball action in the first week of October

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The first week of October brought a whirlwind of volleyball action to Carbon County, Wyoming, with high school teams battling it out on the courts. 

 

Encampment Lady Tigers: A winning streak continues

Saratoga Cross Country Team shines at Leroy Sprague Invite

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

 

The Cheyenne Leroy Sprague Invitational Cross Country meet unfolded on a crisp autumn evening last Friday, October 6, 2023. Saratoga Panther Cross Country coach Rex Hohnholt had plenty of reasons to wear a proud smile as his team delivered a series of remarkable performances.

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