Battle Mountain and Eagle Valley Rivalries Heat Up: Soccer, Lacrosse, and Basketball Updates
The spring sports season is in full swing in Eagle County, Colorado, with Battle Mountain and Eagle Valley high schools facing off in several key matchups. Recent contests have showcased intense competition in soccer, lacrosse, and basketball, alongside a new initiative to support a vital cause.
Soccer Showdown and the Inaugural ‘Community Cup’
The Battle Mountain girls soccer team improved to 4-2 on the season with a 5-1 victory over Summit on Saturday in Edwards.1 The Huskies have won two consecutive games, following a 3-1 win against Roaring Fork.1 Their next challenge is a rivalry match against Eagle Valley on Monday at 6 p.m. In Edwards.1
This upcoming game marks the inaugural ‘Community Cup,’ a new tradition where players from both teams voted to support the American Cancer Society through fundraising and awareness efforts.1 Coach Lauren Lux expressed her enthusiasm for the initiative, inspired by a similar program she ran in Alaska.1
Lacrosse Dominance and Baseball Battles
Battle Mountain girls lacrosse continues to demonstrate its strength, achieving a 4-0 record after a dominant 24-2 win over Summit on Friday.1 They have outscored opponents by a significant margin, 75-13.1 A 16-5 victory over Roaring Fork last week further solidified their position.1 Fourteen different athletes contributed goals in the win over Summit.1
On the baseball diamond, Battle Mountain started strong with a 10-9 win against Grand Valley on March 12, led by Kai Tipton’s impressive 3-for-4 performance with a triple and three runs scored.1 Eagle Valley baseball currently holds a 4-1 record, despite a recent 10-0 loss to Holy Family.1 They began the season with an 18-1 win over Glenwood Springs and followed with victories against Montrose (9-5), Alamosa (16-11), and Standley Lake (11-5).1 Eagle Valley will host Grand Junction Central on Tuesday at 3 p.m.1
Basketball Rivalry Recap
In a January 30, 2026, boys basketball game, Eagle Valley defeated Battle Mountain 58-37.3 Ethan Hovey of Eagle Valley was instrumental in the win, scoring 13 points in the second quarter, including three 3-pointers.3 Coach Zach Haglin praised Hovey for his ability to “let the game come to him.”3 The victory was fueled by strong defensive play from Malachi Barros and Tavin Shreeve, creating scoring opportunities for the Devils.3
Vail Mountain School Lacrosse Victory
Vail Mountain School boys lacrosse secured a 14-2 win over Summit on Saturday, with Winston Pillsbury leading the Rangers with five goals and three assists.1 George Reihe added four goals and four assists, and Mac Dienst scored three times.1 Vail Mountain School will travel to Gypsum to face Eagle Valley on Monday at 4 p.m.1
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