Cowboys start season with win

The 2019 opener for the Meeker Cowboy football team came a week earlier than originally planned when the Hotchkiss Bulldogs were added to the schedule. The teams will meet twice this season.
“It’s always tough in the beginning of season to have to travel as we are developing our identity,” said head coach Shane Phelan.
The Bulldogs rushed for 170 yards but only threw for 53. “They have a pretty good team and nice core…