Play Maker

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

A Colorado Athlete Conquers 100-Plus Consecutive Miles of Water

In 2017, Sarah Thomas became the first athlete to complete a century swim.

Roy Halladay and Me

One of the most dominant baseball pitchers of all time, Roy Halladay, died Tuesday in a plane crash. Robert Sanchez, who grew up with him in Aurora, remembers Halladay as a great teammate and childhood friend.

How Many Medals Will Mikaela Shiffrin Bring Home To Colorado?

The reigning World Cup and Olympic champion begins her season this Saturday. We caught up with her about her goals, expectations, and Colorado roots.

Where International Avalanche Players Eat In Denver

We asked three Avs players where they go to get a taste of home (and where you can go when you visit their native countries).

A New Cycling Board Game is Coming to Your Local Bike Shop

Alex Bishop's tabletop board game, Glory Gears, packs in the all the thrills—and spills—of cycling.

Train Like a Ninja at a New Colorado Gym

An ER doctor and three other ninjas have opened a socially minded obstacle-course gym in Loveland.

Mile High Magic: Gratitude for the Rockies

A Denver native reflects on why baseball in the Mile High City is a gift—win or lose.

It’s Official: The Rockies (Barely) Made the Playoffs

Despite a soft second-half of the season, the Colorado Rockies officially made the playoffs when the Milwaukee Brewers lost to the Cardinals on Saturday.

Can Noah Droddy Go the Distance?

At near-record pace, this Boulder runner has gone from amateur to one of distance running’s top racers.

How to Behave at High School Sporting Events

Some free advice as we approach the fall season for Colorado high school athletics.

Velorama Colorado Reinvents The Pro Cycling Race

Velorama Colorado promises to be much more than a pro-cycling race, bringing entertainment and enjoyment to spectators, as well as riders.

CSU’s New Stadium Isn’t Just About Winning Football Games

The Rams have drawn up all the plays to win over new students, alumni, fans, and more.

How Many Home Runs Will Darren Holmes Serve Up?

The former major-league reliever and current bullpen coach for the Rockies talks about pitching to Charlie Blackmon at the 2017 Home Run Derby.

CU-Boulder Alumni Compete in Basketball Tournament

University of Colorado-Boulder alumni take another shot at the next best thing to the NCAA tournament.

And The Winners Are…

Why the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team Loves Playing In Colorado

Between the fans, the altitude, and a successful track record, the Centennial State makes for a winning combination.

What You Need to Know About the 8 New Broncos

With the 2017 NFL Draft, the Broncos have collected a diverse roster of young players.

The Pioneers Bring Home a Championship

And with that, the team cements its place as the best college hockey program in the nation.

Where The Colorado Rockies Get Their Bats

Major League Baseball’s bats are held to the highest standards. Here’s what it takes for the lumber to make it to the big leagues.

Can Bud Black Fix The Rockies?

The new Colorado manager might be the best hope the team has of curing its decadeslong pitching problem.

Mikaela Shiffrin Makes Her Move

The Vail resident looks to win her first World Cup title in Aspen.

How Will Local Players Fare at the NFL Combine?

Four days in Indianapolis will help decide the futures of these eight players with Colorado ties.

Rockies Preseason Vibes: Cautiously Optimistic

The Colorado Rockies head into spring training with a stacked lineup and some well-deserved preseason hype. Will they rise to fans’ expectations? 

This Denver Roller Derby Ref Rules The Rink

Andrea Jacobson is one of the highest-ranked female roller derby officials in the world.

Sizing Up The Broncos’ Head Coach Prospects

Multiple candidates will interview for Gary Kubiak's job over the weekend. We look at the top names on the list. 

Why Have Denver Teams Gone Flat?

The glory of the Broncos' Super Bowl 50 victory seems far away, as most of Denver's sports teams find themselves in a downward spiral. 

What’s Next for the Broncos?

Despite Coach Gary Kubiak's sudden departure and a disappointing 2016 season, the team can be a contender again by making a few key tweaks.

The Broncos’ Patchwork Plan Is Unraveling

By over-relying on its defense, the team now risks missing the playoffs.

Remembering Rashaan Salaam

The death of the storied running back strikes a tragic tone during the culmination of CU's fairytale season.