Mile High Academy Mustangs Defeat STEM School Highlands Ranch Spartans 44-18

Mustangs win sixth game by 22 points or more this season

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Mile High Academy Mustangs defeated the STEM School Highlands Ranch Spartans 44-18 in their latest basketball matchup. The Mustangs have now won 8 of their last 10 games, improving their overall record to 9-8 this season. Alaina Hickman led the Mustangs with a career-high 9 points, while Lia Zachawerus added 5 points and 9 rebounds. The Mustangs dominated the offensive glass, finishing with 24 offensive boards. For the Spartans, Elizabeth Hegemann scored 20 points and had multiple steals in the losing effort, as they dropped to 5-13 on the season.

Why it matters

This win continues the Mustangs' recent hot streak, as they've now won 8 of their last 10 games. The Mustangs' strong defensive effort, holding the Spartans to just 18 points, has been a key factor in their recent success. The Spartans, on the other hand, have now lost 4 straight road games and are struggling to find consistency this season.

The details

The Mustangs were led by Alaina Hickman, who scored a career-high 9 points. Lia Zachawerus also had a strong game, contributing 5 points and 9 rebounds. The Mustangs dominated the offensive glass, finishing with 24 offensive boards, the most they've had all season. For the Spartans, Elizabeth Hegemann scored 20 points and continued her strong defensive play with multiple steals. Alexis Frey also added 7 points in the losing effort.

  • The Mustangs won their previous game 30-26 against Front Range Baptist on February 19th.
  • The Spartans lost their previous game 34-24 against Aurora West College Prep Academy on February 20th.

The players

Alaina Hickman

A key player for the Mile High Academy Mustangs, Hickman scored a career-high 9 points in the win.

Lia Zachawerus

Contributed 5 points and 9 rebounds for the Mustangs in the victory.

Elizabeth Hegemann

The leading scorer for the STEM School Highlands Ranch Spartans, Hegemann scored 20 points and continued her strong defensive play with multiple steals.

Alexis Frey

Earned 7 points for the Spartans in the losing effort.

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