
Colorado Mesa University breaks ground on $1.5 million Canvas Union Champions Center
The groundbreaking ceremony underscores a partnership between CMU, Canvas Credit Union and the city to enhance regional sports infrastructure.
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The groundbreaking ceremony underscores a partnership between CMU, Canvas Credit Union and the city to enhance regional sports infrastructure.

The University of Jamestown’s men’s soccer team begins its 2026 campaign with a home match against Morningside University, aiming to build momentum toward a future Great Northwest Athletic Conference affiliation.

Colorado Mesa University’s baseball program has dominated the RMAC tournament since 2012, earning 20 titles and launching over 55 players into the MLB draft. The program’s achievements are anchored by a coaching staff that blends deep experience with a philosophy focused on mentorship, perseverance, and personal development.

The Mountaineers will face three NCAA Division II tournament qualifiers on home soil and conclude the season with a RMAC postseason tournament in November.
Jace Holley’s standout 2025 campaign for the University of Colorado women’s soccer team has been recognized with the top local athlete award, highlighting a season of historic performances and community acclaim.

Colorado Mesa University’s football program is poised for a stronger 2025 campaign, with Coach Miles Kochevar emphasizing a return to physical play and cohesion after a modest 6‑5 finish last year.

From TV spots to local storefronts, Colorado Mesa University's rising stars are leveraging name, image and likeness agreements to boost both their careers and the businesses that support them.
Marquessa Gilson, a former Division II player with a strong family legacy in basketball, has been appointed head coach at Centralia College, aiming to rebuild the program and return it to the NWAC Tournament.

Coach Ken DeWeese has signed a six‑player recruiting class heavy on Colorado natives, marking a major overhaul of the Mavericks' roster ahead of the upcoming season.

Colorado Mesa University’s men’s basketball program is undergoing a major overhaul after head coach Mike Dunlap stepped down. New head coach Ken DeWeese is assembling a fresh roster through six freshmen and eight transfer portal players, aiming to rebuild on last season’s 21‑11 success.

After head coach Mike Dunlap stepped down, Ken DeWeese takes over a program in flux, bringing in a fresh recruiting class and transfers to reshape the roster.

The University of Western Colorado’s women’s basketball team will begin its 2026‑27 campaign in Honolulu as part of the inaugural Hoops in Hawaii Tip‑Off Classic, facing Hawaii Pacific University before a series of bracket games that culminate in a championship on November 1.

A look at the recent achievements of Colorado Mesa University baseball graduates making impacts in the minor and major leagues.

Several alumni from Colorado Mesa University are excelling in professional baseball, with two already debuting in the major leagues and others carving out promising careers in the minors.

From the baseball diamond to the softball field, Willie Hinojosa’s journey reflects a commitment to mentorship, tradition, and community service at Colorado Mesa University.

The Colorado Mesa University baseball team finished the season atop the national rankings with a 53‑win campaign, matching the school’s all‑time victory mark. The achievement was underscored by seven All‑American selections, each highlighting dominant performances on the mound and at the plate.

A former pro with international experience, Sean Evans has been promoted to assistant coach and rebounding coordinator at Queens University of Charlotte, guiding the team to its first ASUN title and a 21‑win season.

USA Baseball has unveiled the full coaching roster for the 2026 16U/17U National Team Development Program, set to take place in Cary, North Carolina, from July 27‑30.

Despite early leads and a spirited rally, the Mavericks were outmatched by the No. 10 UT Tyler Patriots in the first game of the South Central Regional super regional, falling behind 1‑0 in the best‑of‑three series.

An inside look at three coaches — Trevor Wikre, Ryan Whittington, and Donnie Holmes — who embody the university's legacy of building championship teams from within.

On February 15, the ninth annual Pink the Rink hockey game at Colorado Mesa University concluded with a 2-1 victory over Grand Canyon University, generating $38,000 for local cancer programs and pushing cumulative donations past $240,000.

The UT Tyler baseball team swept Angelo State in a doubleheader to win the South Central Regional title, setting up a best‑of‑three showdown with Colorado Mesa for a spot in the Division II College World Series.

Colorado Mesa University's Pink The Rink hockey game captured national attention after its ninth edition raised $38,000 for cancer patients on the Western Slope, a milestone that underscores the team's commitment to community service.

The Sooners announced the addition of guards Tyler Hendricks and Pop Isaacs, forward Khani Rooths, and centers Akoldah Gak and Yaak Yaak, a group expected to bolster both ends of the floor.