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Four‑star point guard J'Lon Lyons, a standout from Washington, D.C., is set to visit Syracuse and other elite schools, drawing attention from top coaches and analysts.
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Four‑star point guard J'Lon Lyons, a standout from Washington, D.C., is set to visit Syracuse and other elite schools, drawing attention from top coaches and analysts.

University of Northern Colorado head coach Ed Lamb and two players will take part in the Big Sky Conference’s annual football kickoff weekend in Spokane, Washington, a multi‑day event featuring programming, a Hall of Fame gala and coverage on ESPN+.

David Joyce, once the head coach of Battle Mountain High School, has returned to Colorado to guide Summit High School, his former rival. He views rivalries as a catalyst for growth and plans to build friendly contests with nearby mountain communities.

A 40‑year‑old youth hockey coach in Highlands Ranch was arrested after multiple underage victims were identified. He faces sexual assault and internet exploitation charges while investigators urge anyone with information to come forward.

A Highlands Ranch man who coached youth hockey teams in the Denver metro area has been taken into custody on allegations of sexual assault, electronic communication of obscene material and exploitation of minors.

Pueblo County secured its maiden Colorado 4A baseball championship with a 9‑4 victory over Falcon, highlighted by consistent hitting, strong pitching from Blake Swift, and a three‑RBI performance by Nick Hernandez.

Saturday's championship games will feature debut appearances by Falcon, D'Evelyn and Monte Vista, while undefeated squads eye a single win. All matches are available for purchase on GoFan.

The final weekend of the Colorado high school baseball championships unfolds across four cities, featuring decisive games in Classes 5A, 4A, 3A and 2A that will decide this year's state champions.

Washington State’s baseball team earns its 17th NCAA tournament appearance, capturing the Mountain West championship and preparing to face Oregon State in a much‑anticipated May 29 contest.

Megan Griffith, Columbia’s record‑breaking women’s basketball coach, joins the USA Basketball U18 staff for the 2026 trials in Colorado Springs, bringing a winning legacy to the national team selection process.

The 2026 CHSAA baseball championships will feature eight‑team fields in each classification, with games spread across Pueblo, Greeley, Colorado Springs, Denver and Aurora. Spectator rules, ticketing and broadcasting details have been announced.

An overview of the upcoming Class 5A and 4A state baseball tournaments, highlighting favorites, emerging programs, and standout athletes.

Forge Christian’s Kali Knight scored the decisive goal in the second half, sparking a 2‑0 victory that ended Buena Vista’s 15‑game streak.

Evergreen High School's girls soccer team captured its third consecutive Class 4A championship, defeating Mullen 3-0 after a season marked by a tragic incident, player illness, and unwavering team cohesion.

The Evergreen girls soccer team defeated Mullen 3-0 in the Class 4A state championship, securing its third consecutive title and extending its program-record five championships.

Colorado Academy defeated Kent Denver 2-1 in the Class 3A girls’ soccer championship, securing its third consecutive state title. The win, fueled by Lyla Kocher’s two second‑half goals, also marks the final championship under the teams’ current classifications.

The Mountain West Conference will field a fresh lineup in 2026 after losing five schools to the Pac‑12 and welcoming three newcomers. With Boise State no longer in the league, a new champion will emerge, and 16 marquee games will shape the season.

The conference released its 2026 slate on May 19, introducing Hawai'i, UTEP and UC Davis while confirming that all Spartans matches will stream on the new Mountain West platform.

Legendary goalkeeper Jaclyn Kintzer Briggs joins the USA Field Hockey Hall of Fame, reflecting on a career that spanned Olympic appearances, world‑class victories and a new chapter shaping the next generation of players.

Jaclyn Kintzer Briggs, celebrated goalkeeper and coach, receives a place in the USA Field Hockey 2026 Hall of Fame, reflecting on a journey that spans international caps, Olympic appearances, and a new chapter in coaching.

The Macalester College baseball team saw its championship hopes curtailed on Thursday night, dropping a 13-4 decision to third-seeded UW-Whitewater in the NCAA Division III Baseball Championship at the Whitewater Regional complex.

A second‑year initiative brings free competitive basketball to over 100 elementary students across eight schools, removing financial barriers and fostering personal growth.

The national team’s training camp, set to begin May 21 in Colorado Springs, will feature 35 athletes from the classes of 2026, 2027 and 2028, with 12 eventually earning a spot on the squad bound for the FIBA U18 AmeriCup in Mexico.