Sports

Could the Chicago Bears leave Illinois? Indiana makes a play for the historic franchise

FILE – Soldier Field is seen for an MLS soccer match between the Chicago Fire and the CF MontrÃ©al, Saturday,…

March 14, 2026 • By JOHN O'CONNOR — Associated Press

Dynasty at the Pit: Kirtland Central captures 22nd state title

Behind 17 points from sophomore Allyson Tsosie and a relentless defense, the top-seeded Broncos pull away from Gallup in Class…

March 14, 2026 • Steven Bortstein — Tri-City Record Sports Editor

Basketball

Former Fort Lewis College basketball coach denies claims of ‘toxic’ culture

Bob Pietrack acknowledges sending texts using N-word but denies racism, academic misconduct

March 13, 2026 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Aztec High School

Panther Tournament underway this week at Ricketts Park

Area teams open three-day event; Tigers, Panthers, Scorpions come out on top

March 13, 2026 • Kaitlyn Lowley — Tri-City Record

Associated Press

Nazem Kadri returns to Avalanche and it already feels like 2022 again as team chases another title

Colorado Avalanche center Nazem Kadri, left, celebrates scoring against the Seattle Kraken with center Nathan MacKinnon, right, during the second…

March 13, 2026 • By PAT GRAHAM — AP Sports Writer

Alpine skiing

DWSC skiers podium in Aspen

Championships in Powderhorn are next big event

March 13, 2026 • Herald Staff

College sports

Former Durango star part of historically great RMAC women’s basketball team

Colorado Mesa finished conference play undefeated with Mason Rowland

March 13, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Durango

Durango boys lacrosse loses home opener to Telluride

Offense, clearing and ground balls were struggles in 11-2 loss

March 13, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Bayfield

Two days, two wins for Wolverines

Bayfield girls soccer starts strong under Kitchen

March 12, 2026 • Joel Priest — Special to the Herald

Durango

Durango baseball ready to compete at top of state in Year 2 under Hibbeler

Demons return nearly entire roster from last season’s state team

March 12, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Associated Press

NFL free agency: Panthers, 49ers, Patriots, Jets and Rams are early winners

FILE – Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jaelan Phillips warms up before an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the San Francisco…

March 12, 2026 • By ROB MAADDI — AP Pro Football Writer

Durango

DHS roundup: Girls golf, boys, girls lacrosse start seasons with win

Dylan Livingston won the opening tournament for Demons girls golf

March 12, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Associated Press

Trey Hendrickson joins Ravens, Maxx Crosby still on Raiders and Daniel Jones re-signs with Colts

FILE – Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) looks on during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions…

March 12, 2026 • By JOSH DUBOW — AP Pro Football Writer

Durango

Demons track and field dominates Durango Dust Off to begin season

Durango High School hosted local teams on Saturday

March 11, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Bayfield

Local sports schedule for upcoming week

FLC track and field at national championships; Durango boys lax at home

March 11, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Bayfield

EPIC EXIT: Bayfield boys basketball falls to St. Mary’s in state playoffs

Malone’s 33 points, Bayfield’s 15 3-pointers, not enough

March 11, 2026 • Joel Priest — Special to the Herald

Basketball

Duke marks its record 150th No. 1 ranking in the AP Top 25, Wisconsin, Louisville back in poll

Duke's Dame Sarr (7) dunks ahead of North Carolina's Derek Dixon (3) during the second half of an NCAA college…

March 10, 2026 • By DAVE SKRETTA — AP Basketball Writer

Alpine skiing

Durango High School ski team’s slalom state qualifiers set

Demons will host giant slalom event at Purgatory Resort on Friday

February 6, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

College recruiting

Fort Lewis College names Shawn Jakubowski as director of athletics

Skyhawks promote from within to replace Whipple

November 15, 2025 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Basketball

Skyhawks men’s basketball looks to host regional in Year 2 under Mast

Fort Lewis College returns solid core, brings in quality transfers

November 9, 2025 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Basketball

Claims of slurs, bullying led to Fort Lewis College basketball coach’s resignation

Bob Pietrack quit in 2024 after a letter from his assistant coach triggered an investigation

October 6, 2025 • Jessica Bowman — Herald Staff Writer