Saturday’s high‑school football playoff semifinals bring two classic Sheridan County rivalries to the field. At Sheridan’s home stadium, the Sheridan High School Rams will meet Cheyenne East at 6 p.m., while just across town, the Big Horn High School Broncos host Thermopolis at the same kickoff time.
Sheridan vs. Cheyenne East: A Dominant Home Record
The Rams lead the all‑time series against Cheyenne East 35‑18, a margin that includes postseason play. Since the first meeting in 1960, Sheridan has won eight straight games, a streak that began in 2022 and continues into this season. In postseason contests, Sheridan holds an 8‑2 advantage, with the most recent postseason meeting occurring in the 2024 state championship, where Sheridan emerged victorious.
When the teams meet on Sheridan’s turf, the Rams have an even more pronounced edge, holding a 25‑5 record at home, including a perfect 5‑0 postseason record at the venue. The longest winning streak for Sheridan over Cheyenne East spans eight games on three separate occasions (1980‑1987, 2004‑2013, and the current run). Cheyenne East’s best stretch against Sheridan was a three‑game streak from 2020‑2021.
Defensively, Sheridan has shut out Cheyenne East seven times, most recently in the 2024 state championship. The Rams’ largest margin of victory over the East is 49 points, achieved in 1984. Conversely, Cheyenne East’s biggest win came in 1961, a 39‑point triumph in the first game played at their home field.
Big Horn vs. Thermopolis: Competitive Edge for the Broncos
The Broncos have shut out Thermopolis twice, the latest shutout occurring in 2018. Thermopolis has never returned the favor. Big Horn’s biggest win over Thermopolis came in 2016, a 45‑point blowout (53‑8). Thermopolis’ largest margin of victory over the Broncos was a 15‑point game in 2011 (21‑6).
Scoring highlights show Big Horn’s offensive ceiling: the team posted 53 points in the 2016 matchup, while Thermopolis’ highest point total against the Broncos is 26, recorded in 2019.
Neither team has ever required overtime in their head‑to‑head history, underscoring decisive outcomes in each encounter.
What Fans Can Expect
Both games promise high‑energy football and a showcase of the talent that has defined Sheridan County’s high‑school sports tradition. Fans can anticipate strong defensive performances from Sheridan and Big Horn, both of which have demonstrated the ability to keep opponents off the scoreboard.
Local supporters are encouraged to arrive early for parking and to wear their school colors proudly. The games also provide a family‑friendly environment, reinforcing the community spirit that high‑school athletics foster across the county.
Looking Ahead
The winners of these semifinals will advance to the state championship, where they will vie for the coveted title and add another chapter to their storied histories. As the season progresses, the rivalry narratives continue to deepen, offering future generations of players and fans a rich legacy of competition and camaraderie.
For live updates, scores, and post‑game analysis, stay tuned to Sheridan Media Sports and the official Wyoming high‑school football website.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
