Denver, CO
Resurrection Christian beats Kent Denver in Class 4A boys title, giving Cougars first hoops championship
The Yoders are going to be talking about Saturday at family get-togethers for the rest of time.
A year after falling in the Class 4A championship, Resurrection Christian won its first boys hoops title by beating Kent Denver, 76-61, at the Denver Coliseum. The Cougars did it behind head coach Ryan Yoder and his son, junior point guard Ty Yoder.
Resurrection Christian led almost the whole game, then pulled away from Kent Denver in the second half behind Ty, who paced the team with 19 points, and three other players in double figures. Senior center Jacob Barker and junior guard Cade Crutcher both had 18 points, while senior forward Marcus Phillips had a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.
“My favorite moment was this morning,” Ty Yoder said. “Me and my dad both woke up, and we said, ‘We’re going to go win a state championship tonight.’ And we did. We did it together.”
The game was fast-paced from the start, and the Cougars led 22-21 after one quarter despite 14 points from Kent Denver sophomore sensation Caleb Fay. Phillips had 10 in that quarter as the 5-foot-11 forward played much bigger than his size all night.
Behind Phillips and Barker, RCHS outscored Kent Denver 24-10 in the paint in the first half, a big reason why they jogged to the locker room with a 39-32 lead.
“In the first quarter, they couldn’t stop Marcus and we knew that,” Barker said. “They put these little kids on him, and it was like baby food out there. He was getting lay-ups. When they put a bigger dude on him, it opened it up for me, because they couldn’t guard us down low.”
In the third quarter, the Cougars began to distance themselves, prompting Sun Devils head coach Todd Schayes to put on the full-court press midway through the frame. That led to a couple turnovers and fast-break buckets, but the Cougars were largely unfazed, and held onto a 48-41 lead heading into the fourth.
In the final quarter, Kent Denver hit some big shots, but could never get close enough to make Resurrection Christian uncomfortable. The Cougars started consistently breaking the press that led to some fast-break buckets of their own. And when they got fouled, they continued to make their free throws. The Cougars were 24 of 28 from the stripe overall.
Ryan Yoder said his team handled pressure “extremely well” and was prepared for Saturday’s stage after playing a rigorous summer and fall schedule that included matchups against bigger-school powers such as ThunderRidge, Windsor, Mountain Vista and Regis Jesuit.
“We’ve got so many veteran, experienced guys,” Ryan Yoder said. “And when you’ve got experience, it gives you a lot more peace and calm you can handle pressure. We’ve been practicing for years (for what Kent Denver did in the second half).”
Kent Denver only led for a little over two minutes, late in the first quarter. Beyond that, it was all RCHS, which finished with a 36-24 advantage in points in the paint. Fay was outstanding in the defeat, dropping 25 points.
Resurrection Christian, which lost last year’s 4A title game to Holy Family by a score of 53-43, also fell in narrow fashion in 2A championship games to Sanford in 2015 and ’16. But the team’s balanced scoring effort on Saturday, and poise amid Kent Denver’s pressure, ensured there wouldn’t be a disappointing title result for the Loveland faithful this year.
“In some ways, I’m dedicating this championship to the 2020 team because they got to the Final Four and then COVID hit and they couldn’t play it out,” Ryan Yoder said. “They were No. 1-ranked, they were undefeated, and we got to finish (what they couldn’t).
“It’s an honor to be the first title (in school history), and it’s also an honor that it’s been since 1986 that a team from the Loveland area has won a championship, and since 1954 that a team from Fort Collins won a boys basketball championship. We’re honored to bring the title up north.”
The Cougars, the Patriot League champions, finished 26-2. Their lone losses came to Lutheran, which they avenged in the Final Four, and to Riverdale Ridge. The Sun Devils, the Metropolitan League champions, finished 25-3.
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Von Miller has made it abundantly clear that he would like to return to the Denver Broncos and finish his career where it started. Miller has made that fact known at every possible opportunity, including a Von’s Vision charity event on Wednesday.
“I would love to bring back those Super Bowl 50 vibes, love to assist, to be the vice president to Bo Nix, to Courtland Sutton,” Miller said. “I’ve been the guy and also I’ve been the vice president as well. I would love to contribute to us getting back to the glory land, to holding up that trophy.”
Miller went on to note that he has lobbied coach Sean Payton to sign him (Payton coached Miller at a flag football tournament earlier this year).
Unfortunately for Miller, it sounds like there are no plans for a potential reunion with his old club. The Denver Post‘s Luca Evans reported that “as of last week,” there have been no talks between the Broncos and Miller’s representatives about a potential contract.
With a crowded outside linebacker room, Denver seems unlikely to re-sign Miller, but the 37-year-old pass rusher said he will “for sure” play in 2026. After totaling nine sacks with the Washington Commanders last fall, Miller will probably be able to find a home as a rotational pass rusher, but it might not be with the Broncos.
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Denver, CO
Denver Summit FC delays opening of Centennial Stadium, will play next 2 home games at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Denver Summit FC will play their next two home games at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.
Colorado’s first professional women’s soccer team was hoping to be at their new training facility in Centennial by July, but team says recent rain delayed construction, so they need to push back by two weeks.
That means their July 3 and July 12 matches will be at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.
Summit FC is hopeful to be at their stadium in Centennial for their July 18 game against the Portland Thorns.
Centennial Stadium will ultimately become Summit’s training facility. They’ll play their games there until 2028, when they hope to move into their official home stadium at the Santa Fe Yards at Broadway and I-25. The Santa Fe Yards stadium will have room for more than 14,000 fans.
Denver, CO
Denver Fashion Week Responds To Community Demand With Second Model Audition Date – 303 Magazine
Following overwhelming demand from aspiring models across Colorado, Denver Fashion Week (DFW) has announced a second round of model auditions for its upcoming Fall/Winter 2026 runway season.
According to DFW, the organization received a large number of emails and social media messages from models hoping for another opportunity to audition after the initial model auditions on May 17.
In response, DFW will host an additional audition date on August 9, giving fresh talent another chance to join one of Denver’s biggest fashion platforms.
Known for its commitment to inclusivity and community-driven casting, Denver Fashion Week is searching for both traditional and non-traditional models with strong runway presence, personality, and confidence.
Audition opportunities include:
- Male and female models ages 6–65+
- Kids and teen models ages 6–14
- Stylish moms and fashionable children for the “Mommy & Me” runway segment
DFW continues to emphasize its all-inclusive approach to casting and does not select talent based on race, religion, body type, height, age, or sexual orientation. Both agency-represented and independent models are encouraged to audition.
Model Workshop Recommended
For first-time runway talent or anyone looking to sharpen their walk and stage presence, DFW highly recommends attending its Model Workshop ahead of auditions. The workshop is designed to help prepare models for the runway experience and provide insight into what casting directors are looking for during Fashion Week. REGISTER HERE
Audition Schedule
11:00 AM — Mommy & Me
Moms + children ages 6–12
11:45 AM — Ages 14+
Models 5’4” and under
12:20 PM — Kids & Teens
Ages 6–14
1:00 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’5”–5’7”
1:45 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’8”–5’10”
2:30 PM — Ages 14+
Models 5’11” and taller
What To Wear
Models are encouraged to wear fitted clothing that allows the casting team to clearly view silhouette and movement.
Recommended attire includes:
- Black fitted tank top or t-shirt
- Skinny or fitted jeans
- Heels 3”+ for those auditioning in heels
- Natural hair
- Minimal makeup and jewelry
DFW also recommends avoiding loud accessories that may distract from the runway presentation.
Important Notes
Models who previously walked in Denver Fashion Week’s Spring 2026 season are not required to audition again.
No comp card is required, as DFW will take measurements, photos and video during auditions.
As Denver Fashion Week continues to expand its platform, the organization remains one of the few major regional fashion weeks actively prioritizing accessibility, diversity and opportunities for emerging talent.
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