Eagles Start Season in Style on the Diamond

Boulder City High School baseball and golf teams open 2026 seasons with strong performances

Mar. 13, 2026 at 12:03am

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The Boulder City High School baseball team upset 5A Foothill 6-5 in their season opener, led by strong performances from Colton Lewis, Spencer Aten, and Tate Crine. The boys golf team also placed third out of four teams in their first match of the year. Meanwhile, the softball team is off to an 0-5 start but looks to bounce back during an upcoming spring break tournament.

Why it matters

The early season wins for the baseball and golf teams demonstrate the strength and potential of Boulder City High School's athletic programs, which have a history of success. The softball team's struggles highlight the challenges of rebuilding a program, but the spring break tournament provides an opportunity to gain momentum heading into league play.

The details

In the baseball game, Boulder City jumped out to an early 4-1 lead thanks to a three-run home run from Colton Lewis, who finished a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate. Spencer Aten and Cael Starley also drove in runs for the Eagles. On the mound, Tate Crine struck out eight batters over five innings before being relieved by Ethan Wagstaff, who earned the win. In golf, the Eagles placed third out of four teams at Mountain Falls, led by strong individual performances from Chase Herbolsheimer and Brayden Alvarade. The softball team, meanwhile, is still searching for its first win of the season after falling 8-0 to 4A Foothill.

  • The baseball team's season-opening upset victory over Foothill occurred on March 5, 2026.
  • The boys golf team's third-place finish at Mountain Falls also took place on March 5, 2026.
  • The softball team's 8-0 loss to Foothill happened on March 5, 2026.
  • The baseball team will next play 4A Spring Valley on Friday, March 13, 2026 to start their spring break tournament.
  • The boys golf team will next compete on April 1, 2026 at Casa Blanca.

The players

Colton Lewis

A Boulder City High School baseball player who hit a three-run home run in the team's season-opening victory over Foothill.

Spencer Aten

A Boulder City High School baseball player who drove in a run in the team's 6-5 win over Foothill.

Tate Crine

The Boulder City High School baseball team's starting pitcher, who struck out eight batters over five innings in the victory over Foothill.

Ethan Wagstaff

The Boulder City High School baseball pitcher who earned the win in relief of Tate Crine.

Chase Herbolsheimer

A member of the Boulder City High School boys golf team who finished tied for third individually at the team's first match of the season.

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What they’re saying

“We saw some real positives in our new team with great swings and a lot of potential in difficult conditions. We're looking forward to the season and know that their hard work and drive to succeed will earn them top finishes.”

— Todd Imboden, Head Coach, Boulder City High School Boys Golf

What’s next

The baseball team will play 4A Spring Valley on Friday, March 13, 2026 to start their spring break tournament, while the boys golf team will next compete on April 1, 2026 at Casa Blanca.

The takeaway

The early season success of the Boulder City High School baseball and golf teams demonstrates the strength of the school's athletic programs and their ability to compete at a high level, even against larger schools. The softball team's struggles highlight the challenges of rebuilding a program, but the upcoming spring break tournament provides an opportunity to gain momentum heading into league play.