In a dramatic homecoming showdown on Friday night, the Sheridan High School Broncos overcame three turnovers and scored a decisive touchdown with just under three minutes remaining to beat Kelly Walsh 24‑21. The victory keeps Sheridan unbeaten at 4‑0 this season and stretches the program’s overall win streak to an impressive 59 games, while the home‑field streak now stands at 35 consecutive wins.
Key moments
After a shaky start that saw the Broncos commit three turnovers, the team stayed disciplined on defense and found a rhythm on offense in the second half. With 2:45 left on the clock, senior quarterback Jordan Miller connected with wide receiver Tyler Hayes on a 15‑yard pass that set up the go‑ahead score. The extra point sealed the win, and the crowd at Bronco Stadium erupted in celebration.
Upcoming schedule
The Broncos now turn their attention to the Class 4A championship matchup scheduled for next Friday, when Sheridan will travel to Nachrona County for a showdown with the other undefeated 4A team. Kickoff is slated for 6 p.m., and the game promises to be a pivotal test before the state playoffs.
Other local high‑school results
Across the region, Bighorn enjoyed a comfortable 55‑7 victory over Glenrock at home, with the Rams set to face Moorcroft on Friday. Tongue River fell 12‑7 to Newcastle after surrendering a touchdown in the final minute, and the Eagles will travel to Wheatland next week. Buffalo was defeated 14‑6 by Powell, and the Bison head to Lander for their next contest.
Volleyball and other sports
In volleyball, the Sheridan Lady Broncos dropped a close 4‑8 Northeast Quadrant match at Thunder Basin on Saturday. The team will return to action Thursday at Kelly Walsh, followed by two more matches at the Casper Invitational.
Bighorn secured a 3‑0 win at Wright on Saturday, while Tongue River posted back‑to‑back victories, beating Buffalo on Friday and Newcastle at home on Saturday.
Golf, tennis, cross country and more
On the golf front, Addison Bettinger of Buffalo repeated as the 3A girls state champion in Torrington, with the Lady Bison finishing as runners‑up. In the 3A boys division, Buffalo placed fourth thanks to strong showings from Bryson Kolb (fourth) and Wyatt Coldiron (tenth). Parker Rieger of Sheridan tied for fourth in the Class 4A state meet in Evanston, while Hannah Barnes finished seventh.
In high‑school tennis, Sheridan’s boys team earned third place and the girls took fifth at the North Regional Meet in Gillette. Notable performances included Christian Lamont and Lawson Woodrow in the boys’ #2 doubles and Andrew Wee with Michael Hodnett in the boys’ #3 doubles. The state meet begins Thursday in Gillette.
Cross country saw Sheridan host the Michelle Ludwig Invitational at the Sheridan VA, drawing teams from across the region.
Swimming, diving and junior hockey
The Sheridan girls’ swimming and diving squad claimed victories in dual meets against Thunder Basin and Kelly Walsh, while Buffalo placed second at the Worland Invitational. Upcoming meets include the Sheridan Pre‑Invite and Invitational slated for Friday and Saturday.
Junior hockey’s Sheridan Hawks split a weekend road trip in Montana, falling 4‑1 at Helena but rebounding with a 3‑2 win at Great Falls.
Overall, Sheridan’s high‑school athletics continue to showcase strong performances across multiple sports, reflecting the dedication of student‑athletes, coaches, and the supportive community.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
