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More Girls Than Ever Are Playing High School Football

As kicker, Alexa Karsel was the first female player to score for Lyons Middle-Senior High School’s football team. She’s one of thousands of girls playing high school football nationwide.

By Christoph Ludwig

Rockies’ Season Fizzles, But Don’t Forget Their 2018 Success

We take a look at the highlights and the lowlights from an exciting season of Mile High baseball.

By Matt Johnson

Rocktober Is On: What to Expect From the Rockies’ Postseason Run

After knocking off the Cubs in 13 innings, the Rockies are off to Milwaukee. Here, we break down Tuesday's drama and size up the Rockies' odds against the red-hot Brewers.

By Matt Johnson

Groundbreaking New Tennis Facility Set to Open in Denver

The $14 million complex aims to both boost the sport's esteem locally and encourage underprivileged kids to be more active.

By Shane Monaghan

A Look Inside America’s Largest Indoor Climbing Gym

Earth Treks debuted its new, 53,000-square-foot facility in Englewood last week.

By Sam Spengler

Why Is Ed McCaffrey Coaching High School Football?

Can an ex-Bronco repair the off-the-field reputation of Colorado’s most dominant high school football team?

By Spencer Campbell

What to (Reasonably) Expect from the Broncos’ 2018 Season

We take a look at three areas of concern—and three reasons for optimism—as the Broncos approach the regular season. Plus, our predictions for how it will all play out.

By Jay Bouchard, Shane Monaghan

How Rockies Broadcaster Jenny Cavnar Made Baseball History

The Aurora native became one of the first women to call play-by-play for a MLB broadcast last spring, but that's not her only historic achievement.

By Christoph Ludwig

Quiz: Are You a Kyle Freeland Guy or Gal?

Colorado Rockies fans have taken to social media to proclaim themselves “Kyle Freeland guys.” But what exactly does that mean? We made a quiz to help you find out.

By Shane Monaghan

The Trials and Tribulations of Raising a Colorado Athlete

This is what it takes to rear a competitive athlete in the Centennial State today.

By Kasey Cordell

3 New Recruits Ready to Revive the Broncos (We Hope)

The Denver Broncos team taking to the turf is not the one you remember—and desperately miss—from the Super Bowl L win. Allow us to catch you up.

By Jessica LaRusso

One of the World’s Rarest Baseball Cards Is Now on Display in Denver

A mint condition 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card, owned by Denver lawyer Marshall Fogel, is on display (and heavily secured) through Wednesday at the History Colorado Center.

By Will Jarvis

Denver’s Flourishing Ultimate Scene Takes The World Stage

Want to root for a Denver team on the rise? Look no further than Molly Brown Ultimate.

By Katie Ciaglo

Why You Should Watch the U.S. Senior Open

First of all, it’s in Colorado. Secondly, it’s awesome.

By Spencer Campbell

How an Indoor Soccer Field Is Bringing Grand County’s Population Together

For Granby's increasingly diverse population, the Grand County Soccer Club is a magnet for people of all kinds to gather and play.

By Martin J. Smith

The Rockies Lost the Pennant (Well, Sort Of)

The large pennant commemorating the Rockies' 2007 National League Championship is nowhere to be found on the new scoreboard at Coors Field. So, a curious reporter went looking for it.

By Cohen Peart

Lindsey Vonn Looks to the Future

Fresh off her 82nd World Cup victory last month, the Vail skier is turning her attention to inspiring the next generation of young women through the Lindsey Vonn Foundation.

By Shauna Farnell

From Last Place to the Playoffs: The Colorado Avalanche Are Back

A year ago, the Colorado Avalanche were the worst team in the NHL—by far. Now, they’re playoff bound. Here’s how the Avs turned things around.

By Mike Tish

Nolan Arenado’s Big Season Starts Now

Too fat. Too slow. Too angry. Too quiet. Nolan Arenado's heard it all. These days, he dares you to say he's not good enough.

By Robert Sanchez

This Denver Auction House Sells Some of the Rarest Baseball Cards Around

Mile High Card Company auctions off Babe Ruth and Mickey Mantle cards that go for tens of thousands of dollars.

By Robert Sanchez

The Most Extreme Female Rally Racer Lives in Colorado

And Renée Brinkerhoff's taking her talents to all seven continents.

By Mary Clare Fischer

Can Colorado Golf Courses Get Young People on the Greens?

Amidst a string of golf course closures, course owners hope to score major points with junior players

By Mike Tish

Colorado Native Ty Blach Named Opening Day Starter for the San Francisco Giants

The Regis Jesuit High School alumnus—who begins his second full season in the Majors on Thursday—is one of the most promising professional baseball players to emerge from Colorado in recent memory.

By Shane Monaghan

Mikaela Shiffrin Places Fourth in Slalom, Misses Podium in Surprising Upset

After winning gold in the giant slalom race on Wednesday, Mikaela Shiffrin fell short in the slalom—her signature event and a race she was widely expected to win.

By Jay Bouchard

4 Places to Start Your Olympic Career in Denver

Feeling inspired by Team USA? These local spots offer intro lessons for adults in several Olympic sports.

By Christopher Chase Edmunds

How Colorado’s Olympians Are Faring (Thus Far)

Red Gerard and Mikaela Shiffrin have both earned gold medals for Team USA. Here's a look at how the rest of Colorado's Olympians are performing.

By Jay Bouchard

For Patriots & Eagles Fans, These Local Bars Feel Like Home

We spoke to folks from a few of Denver’s Boston- and Philadelphia-centric bars about supporting their favorite teams far beyond their city limits.

By Mike Tish

The Nuggets Are for Real. It’s Time for Denver Fans to Care

Even though the Nuggets are every basketball nerd's favorite up-and-coming team, the Mile High City doesn’t seem to appreciate the young squad's promise.

By Shane Monaghan

Colorado Has More Winter Olympians Than Any Other State

The Centennial State will be the highest-represented state in the country this year in PyeongChang. Is anyone surprised?

By Elisa Wiseman

Play Maker

Meet the Colorado man (and Avalanche Zamboni driver) responsible for all things ice hockey at this year's Olympics.

By Mike Tish