The 2025 Colorado high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Rye travels to face Monte Vista on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The Thunderbolts look to remain unbeaten at 3-0, while the Pirates aim to secure their first win of the year in front of the home crowd.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Rye Thunderbolts @ Monte Vista Pirates
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 6:00 PM
○ Location: Monte Vista High School (Monte Vista, CO)
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Rye Thunderbolts
Rye has been dominant to start the season, outscoring opponents 69-9 across two games. With momentum and confidence, the Thunderbolts will look to keep their balanced attack sharp in their first road test against Monte Vista.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #11,902
○ State Rank (CO): #163
○ Key to Win: Continue their defensive dominance and capitalize on Monte Vista’s offensive struggles.
Main Squad:
○ Adrian Martinez – QB
○ Mason Lopez – RB
○ Elijah Torres – WR
○ Julian Rivera – WR
○ Damian Chavez – LB
○ Carter Johnson – DB
○ Isaiah Gonzales – OL
○ Noah Hernandez – DL
○ Xavier Flores – WR
○ Jalen Foster – DB
○ Brandon Ortiz – LB
Monte Vista Pirates
Monte Vista dropped its opener 6-3 in a defensive battle but showed promise on that side of the ball. To compete with Rye, the Pirates will need to find more offensive rhythm while leaning on their physical defense.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #10,035
○ State Rank (CO): #129
○ Key to Win: Establish an early rushing attack and control time of possession to limit Rye’s opportunities.
Main Squad:
○ Ethan Johnson – QB
○ Michael Rivera – RB
○ Gabriel Martinez – WR
○ Adrian Lopez – WR
○ Nathaniel Torres – LB
○ Christian Ramirez – DB
○ Logan Sanchez – OL
○ Hunter Chavez – DL
○ Mason Ortiz – WR
○ Jalen Brown – DB
○ Diego Gonzales – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rye | #11,902 | #163 (CO) | #18 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 100% | 69 | 9 |
| Monte Vista | #10,035 | #129 (CO) | #12 | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0% | 3 | 6 |
