The Cardinals dominated the first half, leading 13-0 by halftime. The touchdowns were scored by Lacy Antinora, who connected on a passing touchdown to Emma Guhl, and Annabelle Nelson, who added a rushing touchdown. This strong offensive performance set the tone for the rest of the game.

Defensively, the Cardinals were led by Erika Hefty, who had an outstanding game with 8 flag pulls and 5 sacks, accounting for a loss of 41 yards to the Sailors. Hefty's impressive defensive effort culminated in a crucial play under 60 seconds remaining on the clock when she sacked the Steamboat Springs quarterback on 4th down, effectively sealing the victory for the Cardinals.

With this win, Elizabeth High School improves to a 3-0 record for the season. The next game for the Cardinals is scheduled for September 9, 2025, against Fountain Fort Carson at the Fountain Fort Carson High School Stadium.