RMCNews with Todd Essex – Highlands Ranch, Colorado … Mile High Academy (MHA) has been ranked as the top team in the Colorado 1A basketball program as the 2021 season begins. The poll is released weekly after voting by coaches and officials at Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA). There are currently 60 teams in Class 1A basketball.
Being ranked number one at the beginning of season is a testimony of the dedication the students and coaches have to the basketball program at MHA.
“Over the last 3 years since joining CHSAA, I’m very proud of the players, coaches, Athletic Director’s, and many others that have helped get to this point,” Todd Essex, MHA Varsity Boys Head Coach said.
Parents echoed Essex comments. “Congratulations to our kids and to all the coaches. I am beyond happy. I missed screaming for them,” Roselyn Oneka, parent of MHA student commented.
Essex reflects on the students he gets the privilege to coach, “The kids have always worked hard, been committed, and they compete with integrity. For me, there is nothing more rewarding than to be respected by other coaches and programs.”
The MHA Mustangs tip off their season on February 1.
–Todd Essex is the Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach at Mile High Academy; photo courtesy of Todd Essex Facebook.
