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Bringing in the reinforcements
High School Sports

Bringing in the reinforcements

December 5, 2014

It came down to simple mathematics – the Wolverines couldn’t field a team large enough to fill out enough weight classes to avoid forfeits. Here comes the cavalry. BHS will…

There’s no doubting Thomas’ intentions
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There’s no doubting Thomas’ intentions

December 5, 2014

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas would like to celebrate in Broncos colors for years to come.Joe Mahoney/Associated Press file photo If he does, the Broncos can thank Peyton Manning…

Colorado skier McKennis back in the saddle
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Colorado skier McKennis back in the saddle

December 5, 2014

For Alice McKennis, who grew up on a ranch just outside Glenwood Springs, it came down to this – riding ponies or skiing powder. “I needed to decide where I…

Jansrud wins 3rd World Cup race in a row
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Jansrud wins 3rd World Cup race in a row

December 5, 2014

Kjetil Jansrud of Norway had reason to celebrate, making it three men’s World Cup wins in a row Friday at Beaver Creek.John Locher/Associated Press Jansrud followed his two-race sweep last…

Fewer nail-biters doesn’t hurt NFL ratings much
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Fewer nail-biters doesn’t hurt NFL ratings much

December 5, 2014

Lopsided games have been the norm this NFL season – not often do you see New England quarterback Tom Brady on the bench early in the fourth quarter with the…

Focused in on Fitzpatrick
High School Sports

Focused in on Fitzpatrick

December 5, 2014

Tim Fitzpatrick has made his return to the bench with the Durango High School varsity girls basketball team. He coached the Demons’ boys team for 10 years before taking more…

You won’t be needing this
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You won’t be needing this

December 4, 2014

Ignacio junior Chrystianne Valdez (3) steals the ball from Pagosa Springs' Madison Lewis (24) during Tuesday evening's season-opener at PSHS.  Valdez also scored five points in a 59-39 loss to…

Ducks win Pac-12 championship
College Sports

Ducks win Pac-12 championship

December 4, 2014

It was that kind of night for Arizona and Oregon: The Wildcats’ Tyrell Johnson fumbles the ball as he is hammered by Oregon’s Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14), Torrodney Prevot (86) and…

Monahan’s OT goal carries Flames over Avalanche
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Monahan’s OT goal carries Flames over Avalanche

December 4, 2014

Winnipeg’s Dustin Byfuglien and the Jets took out Colorado’s Zach Redmond and the Avalanche on Friday in Winnipeg, Manitoba.John Woods/Associated Press Monahan scored 1:47 into the extra session to lift…

Wizards see double in easy win over Nuggets
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Wizards see double in easy win over Nuggets

December 4, 2014

Denver forward Wilson Chandler soared high to take a shot, but Washington did most of the soaring Friday in Washington.Nick Wass/Associated Press Washington won its fourth straight improving to 13-5.…

Ignacio boys, girls win
High School Sports

Ignacio boys, girls win

December 4, 2014

The boys easily won, 57-42, and the girls held on for a 47-44 win. For the Bobcat boys (1-1), Wyatt Hayes led with 17 points, followed by Kruz Pardo with…

Air Pot Roast?
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Air Pot Roast?

December 4, 2014

It’s unknown if Knighton can dunk, but he can disrupt pass game

Ousel Falls offers canyon scenery
Outdoors

Ousel Falls offers canyon scenery

December 4, 2014

A short drive from the Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls offers a retreat into the thick conifer forest characteristic of the Madison Range. The trail leads through a steep…

Outdoors Briefs
Outdoors

Outdoors Briefs

December 4, 2014

A fundraiser for the American Safe Climbing Association will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave. The American Safe Climbing Association is…

A daily obsession
Outdoors

A daily obsession

December 4, 2014

Alaskan shares love, knowledge of cross country skiing

A loss-win-win for CSU
College Sports

A loss-win-win for CSU

December 4, 2014

Hard to say Colorado State lost even though the coach who orchestrated the dramatic turnaround is bailing on the Rams after three years to take over at Florida. Jim McElwain…

Playoff scenarios: Who’s in if things get really weird?
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Playoff scenarios: Who’s in if things get really weird?

December 4, 2014

A loss by Nick Saban’s Alabama squad Saturday could throw a wrench into the College Football Playoff rankings.Vasha Hunt/Associated Press file photo How difficult the committee’s job will be depends…

McElwain leaves CSU for Florida
College Sports

McElwain leaves CSU for Florida

December 4, 2014

Jim McElwain’s offensive background made him an attractive option for Florida, which is looking for an offensive renaissance and hired McElwain away from Colorado State on Thursday.Dave Martin/Associated Press file…

Monahan’s OT goal carries Flames over Avalanche
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Monahan’s OT goal carries Flames over Avalanche

December 3, 2014

Colorado’s Matt Duchene, right, hits Calgary’s David Jones, but the Flames ultimately hit back, winning 4-3 in overtime Thursday in Calgary.Larry MacDougal/Associated Press Monahan picked up a rebound in front…

Murray, Romo lead Cowboys over Bears 41-28
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Murray, Romo lead Cowboys over Bears 41-28

December 3, 2014

Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray (29) is gang-tackled by the Chicago Bears defense Thursday in Chicago, but it was the Dallas gang that, in the end, would tackle the…

Sports Extra
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Sports Extra

December 3, 2014

Fla. AD heads home, CSU’s McElwain still in Colorado GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Athletic director Jeremy Foley is headed back to Florida. Colorado State’s Jim McElwain might be right behind him.…

Lucky No. 13: Hawk99 gobbles up the glory
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Lucky No. 13: Hawk99 gobbles up the glory

December 3, 2014

Frank Hawkins of Bayfield – Hawk99 – was one of only four Gridiron Guru contestants to correctly pick 13 out of 16 in Week 13. The tiebreaker was the Denver-Kansas…

Thomas edges closer to returning to lineup
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Thomas edges closer to returning to lineup

December 3, 2014

Ben Margot/Associated Press file photo<br><br>Without Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas in the lineup, the red zone has been the dead zone for the Broncos. The Broncos (9-3) have scored…