Cheyenne Mountain Boys’ Soccer Advances to State Quarterfinals After 2-1 Victory Over Air Academy
The No. 2 Cheyenne Mountain boys' soccer team defeated crosstown rival Air Academy 2-1 in the second round of the Class 4A state playoffs, securing their spot in the quarterfinals.
Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, November 4, 2026 —
The No. 2 seed Cheyenne Mountain boys’ soccer team has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Class 4A state playoffs following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over crosstown rival Air Academy. The match, which took place in the second round of the state tournament, saw the Cheyenne Mountain team secure its next step toward a potential championship title.
With this win, Cheyenne Mountain moves on to compete in the quarterfinal round, facing an as-yet-unspecified opponent. The team’s performance in this playoff game underscores their standing as a top contender in the Class 4A bracket. Air Academy, also a participant in the state playoffs, concluded its tournament run with this loss.
Specific details regarding the goal scorers for each team, the timing of the goals, or any particular turning points in the match were not provided in the available summary. The outcome, however, clearly indicates a close contest between the two local rivals, culminating in Cheyenne Mountain’s narrow one-goal advantage. The team’s progression to the quarterfinals marks a significant achievement in their playoff journey.
Story summarized from the original created by Marissa Kraus on gazette.com, see more information here.
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