Broncos to host Crusaders

RITZVILLE – The Broncos will face their toughest challenge of the football season, so far, this Friday, Sept. 29, when the Northwest Christian (Colbert) Crusaders come to town.

The matchup of the two defeated teams could be the game that decides the league champion.

Northeast Christian (4-0) is the No. 1-ranked Class 2B boys football team in the state; Lind-Ritzville/Sprague (4-0) is ranked No. 8.

“They are a pretty good football team,” Bronco Coach Brendan Bermea said Saturday. “I’m excited for the game, and so are my guys.”

Both teams come into this week’s 7 p.m. game at Jimmie Snider Field...