On Saturday night at Trailblazer Stadium, the Mountain Vista Golden Eagles girls flag football team made history. In a thriller, neck-and-neck game, the Mountain Vista girls won 32-21 over Arvada West, earning their first-ever 5A Flag Football title. The girls were exceptional all season, remaining undefeated (19-0). While last year's pilot program champions, the Arvada West Wildcats ended their season 16-3. The Golden Eagles started hot with an early lead, but the Wildcats would put up a fight, making it a one-point game in the third quarter, 21-20. Still, the Golden Eagles held the lead for most of the game and would end up on top. Senior Quarterback Ariana Akey with an outstanding performance, rushing for three touchdowns, and a couple of interceptions in the fourth to end their undefeated season with a championship.