Weather Interruption Hits Both Divisions
A sudden thunderstorm rolled through Colorado Springs on Thursday afternoon, prompting officials to suspend the Colorado High School Activities Association’s state soccer championships.
The 2A girls final between Buena Vista and Forge Christian was level at 0‑0 when the lightning strike was detected, and the match was halted at halftime.
Spectators were instructed to move to the concourses or exit the stadium for safety, while officials coordinated with weather services to monitor the situation.
Updates on the resumption of play will be posted on CHSAANow.com and across the organization’s social‑media channels as soon as conditions improve.
Later in the evening, the 5A boys championship slated for 6 p.m. between Mountain Vista and Fossil Ridge may also feel the impact of the storm, though no decision has been made yet.