Falcons Edge Past Holy Family in Playoff Thriller
The Colorado Springs Falcons secured a 2-1 victory over Holy Family in the Class 4A second‑round playoff on Tuesday, advancing to the semifinals where they will meet Pueblo County.
Talan Chubb provided the decisive blow, launching a go‑ahead home run in the sixth inning that shifted momentum in the Falcons’ favor.
Brayden Millikan turned in a complete‑game effort, limiting the opposition to a single run on four hits while striking out several batters.
Defensively, Kasen Patton made several key plays at first base, and Broden Cox capped the night with a diving catch that sealed the win.
The Falcons’ offense also benefited from Garrett Kyle’s sacrifice fly in the third inning, which accounted for the team’s first run of the game.
With the win, Colorado Springs now prepares for a showdown against Pueblo County, a team that will test the Falcons’ pitching depth and offensive firepower.
Meanwhile, Holy Family will await the outcome of the Ponderosa‑Grand Junction matchup before entering their next round of play.