Author: Chris Schmaedeke
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Colorado School of Mines women win first RMAC cross country title | Colorado Sunshine
Where the good news shines Colorado School of Mines made history Saturday. The Orediggers women’s cross country team won its first Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Championship, and Grace Strongman won individual gold in record-setting fashion for Mines. The women’s team showed eight all-conference finishes. Strongman, Emily LaMena, Margaux Basart, Callen Nash, Sierra Wall and Gabi…
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Broncos vs. Cowboys grades: Denver dominates Dallas with complete team effort
The Broncos ran past the Cowboys on Sunday to move to 6-2 on the season. Here are the grades for the 44-24 win at Empower Field at Mile High. Offense The Broncos wanted a fast start and got it. But unlike other games this season, the offense kept its foot on the pedal and routed…
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How to watch: Broncos vs. Cowboys
Broncos TV Guide Week 8 TV: CBS (Jim Nantz, play-by-play; Tony Romo, analyst; Tracy Wolfson, sideline) Kickoff: 2:25 p.m. Sunday Radio: 94.1 FM and 850 AM KOA (Dave Logan, play-by-play; Rick Lewis, analyst; Susie Wargin, sideline) Betting line: Broncos -3.5
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From George Washington to CU to Nuggets, a timeline of Chauncey Billups’ career
The FBI on Thursday announced the arrest of Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups for his involvement in an illegal gambling scheme. Here is a look at the decorated basketball career of the Denver native: Born: Sept. 25, 1976 (Denver) High school 1992-95: George Washington High School (Denver) College 1995-97: University of Colorado NBA Playing FBI…
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The Denver Gazette’s NBA predictions for 2025-26 season | Nuggets Season Preview
The Denver Gazette’s predictions for the 2025-26 NBA season: Paul Klee, sports editor MVP: Nikola Jokic, Nuggets Clutch Player of the Year: Nikola Jokic, Nuggets Executive of the Year: Rafael Stone, Rockets Coach of the Year: Jamahl Mosley, Magic Defensive Player of the Year: Chet Holmgren, Thunder Sixth Man of the Year: Josh Hart, Knicks Rookie of the Year: Cooper Flagg, Mavericks Most Improved Player: Andrew Nembhard, Pacers NBA Finals: Nuggets over Cavaliers in 7 games The Nuggets will… win 53 games and…
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Broncos vs. Giants grades: Denver’s fourth-quarter rally saves day
The Broncos scored 33 points in the fourth quarter on Sunday to beat the New York Giants 33-32 at Empower Field at Mile High. Here are the grades from the comeback win. Offense How do you grade an offense that was shut out for three quarters but scored 33 points in the fourth to win?…
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Nuggets begin season with revamped bench unit | The Starting Lineup
Turn on the game! Three must-see events this week: 1. Denver Nuggets at Golden State (8 p.m. Thursday, ESPN) – Denver’s new bench unit will face a tough opening test against Steph Curry and the Warriors on the road. Let’s hope Nikola Jokic plays about 35 minutes a game and gets the rest this season.…
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Do the Broncos have a franchise quarterback in Bo Nix? | Friday Faceoff
Friday Faceoff: Do the Broncos have a franchise quarterback in Bo Nix? Mark Kiszla, sports columnist Answer: No The weakest link of this Broncos team? Right now, it’s quarterback Bo Nix. You could argue Nix lacks Grade A offensive weapons. And you’d be correct. But by almost any statistical standard of measuring his position, Nix…
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Colorado Golf Club can shine again with 2030 USGA championship | Golf Insider
It’s been a minute since Colorado Golf Club was in the spotlight. The club co-hosted the 2023 U.S. Amateur with Cherry Hills Country Club, but most of the drama took place during match play at Cherry Hills. It won’t be until 2030, but Colorado Golf Club will have its chance to show why it’s ranked…
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Colorado Golf Club to host 2030 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship
The United States Golf Association is bringing another championship to Colorado. The USGA announced Monday Colorado Golf Club will host the 2030 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship. The dates of the championship are July 22-27, 2030. Colorado Golf Club, which was designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw and opened in 2007, has hosted one USGA…