Cowboys start season in Aspen with two wins

MEEKER I The Meeker Cowboys mens’ basketball team started the 2011-12 campaign in grand fashion this past weekend, picking up two wins in the Aspen tournament. On Friday, the Cowboys had to overcome deficits in each period to gain a 55-52 victory over Vail Christian. On Saturday, the ‘Pokes were in control for most of the game against 3A Aspen en route to a 49-43 win.
Friday’s season opener started slowly for the Meeker five…