RMCNews – Denver, Colorado … Campion and Mile High academies faced each other February 8 on the same court where the Denver Nuggets play their annual game at Ball Arena in Denver.
The much-anticipated event returned after a forced two-year break during the pandemic. Ball Arena had a strict Covid protocol for entering the arena, requiring proof of vaccination or a negative test.
Reflecting on the event, Love, a Campion senior, said, “Even though fellow classmates and many families couldn’t attend to cheer on the Campion Cougars, there was a tremendous amount of spirit among the players competing on such an empowering court.”
Love added, “The [Campion] girls varsity basketball team entered the arena with a determined mindset to win their last game. The girls won the game with a score of 37-22, which brought up their morale after a long season of setbacks.”
The Mile High Academy varsity boys’ team led by game MVP Wil, scored 17 points, fought hard against the Campion boys, and won 38-24.
“Our Mustangs came into the Ball Arena with so much excitement and anticipation built up over the last two years,” said Michael Camacho, MHA’s athletic director. “The teams played hard throughout the games and were able to be mentally strong and competitive against their friends at CA.”
After the games, the teams enjoyed a meal together and returned to the arena to watch the Denver Nuggets take on the New York Knicks.
Camacho was grateful for the experience and, most importantly, the bonds formed between Campion and Mile High Academy.
“We are very grateful for this experience and for all of [the] fans who came out to support. We were able to get one win but, most importantly, still hold [on to] our friendship and sportsmanship with Campion Academy above all else.”
–RMCNews; photos courtesy of Campion and Mile High Academy
This article was adapted from an article in Campion Academy’s newsletter and a Facebook post by Mile High Academy.
