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С�� Men’s Club Soccer Caps Historic Season With Top-Four National Finish

Zoe Bryant — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:36:59 +0000

С�� Men’s Club Soccer Caps Historic Season With Top-Four National Finish Zoe Bryant Thu, 02/12/2026 - 12:36

Kansas City, Kansas — The С�� Men’s Club Soccer Team closed out one of its most successful seasons in program history, earning a place among the top four teams in the nation after a standout performance at the 2025 National Championships. The Buffs entered the tournament as League Champions and Regional Co-Champions, momentum they carried all the way to a semifinal appearance.

Dominant Start Sets the Tone

С�� opened group play with authority, winning its group and delivering one of the tournament’s most eye-catching results — a 1–1 draw against defending national champion BYU, showcasing the Buffs’ ability to compete with the best teams in the country. The group-stage performance secured С��’s advance into knockout play, where the team continued its remarkable postseason run.

A Thrilling Quarterfinal Classic

The highlight of the tournament came in the quarterfinals, where С�� battled Georgia Tech in what players described as one of the most intense matches of the season. The Buffs prevailed 2–1, punching their ticket to the national semifinals and electrifying the sideline with one of the squad’s biggest wins of the year.

Semifinal Setback Doesn’t Diminish Breakthrough Year

С��’s run came to an end in the semifinal matchup against UCLA, but the loss hardly overshadowed the magnitude of the team’s season. The Buffs finished as a top-four team in the country, a testament to their talent, consistency, and grit from August through November.

Depth, Resilience, and High-Level Performance

Across the season and throughout the national tournament, С��’s biggest strengths were its organization, depth, and ability to perform in high-pressure moments. Even as injuries forced players into new roles, the team’s adaptability and cohesion carried them through the postseason.

Individual Recognition on the National Stage

Several С�� standouts earned major postseason honors:

Ale Arellano — Nationals All-Tournament Team
Anthony Ciccarello — All-American; Region V First Team
Luke Nemeth — All-American; Region V First Team
Matthew Healy — All-American; Region V First Team
Santiago Ruiz — Region V First Team
George Hartman — Region V First Team
Jack Carden — Region V First Team
Julio Correa — Coach of the Year

These accolades highlight both the individual talent and the collective excellence that defined С��’s campaign.

A Season to Celebrate — And Build On

From league dominance to regional success to a national semifinal appearance, the 2025 season showcased the best of what С�� Men’s Club Soccer represents: competitive excellence, resilience in adversity, and the belief that they belong among the nation’s elite.

If this season is any indication, the Buffs won’t just be remembered for their 2025 run — they’ve laid the foundation for even bigger things ahead.

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С�� Triathlon Turns Setback Into a Power Weekend in Boulder

Zoe Bryant — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:59:22 +0000

С�� Triathlon Turns Setback Into a Power Weekend in Boulder Zoe Bryant Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:59

When the С�� Triathlon Team packed their bags for the annual Pumpkinman Triathlon at Lake Mead, they expected a weekend of racing, sunshine, and tradition. Instead, just days before departure, federal closures at the national recreation area forced the event to be canceled — a blow to one of the team’s most anticipated fall trips.
But instead of losing momentum, the Buffs did what they do best: adapt, rally, and grind.

A Race Replaced — But Not Reduced

With almost no time to spare, С��’s coaches and officer board created a Plan B worthy of the team’s grit. The new challenge?
A lastminute bike time trial from Lefthand Canyon up to Jamestown — a route famous locally for being uphill from start to finish.

And the athletes showed up.
Roughly 60 team members took the line, pushing themselves and each other through the steady, punishing climb. Even without official opponents, the competitive energy was unmistakable.

Strength in the Climb

The hillheavy route tested everyone, but С�� athletes responded with speed and attitude — laying down fast times despite the course profile. Their biggest strength? The same thing that makes this group special every year:
A collective willingness to tackle whatever is thrown at them.

A Setback That Brought Them Closer

The cancellation could have sunk the weekend. Instead, it became one of the most memorable moments of the season.
Athletes arrived at the time trial with enthusiasm, energy, and a determination to make the best of it. Team bonding activities filled the rest of the weekend, turning disappointment into connection.

Looking Ahead

The October 25th Boulder time trial may not have been the race the С�� Triathlon Team planned for — but in many ways, it became exactly the race they needed. Resilience, teamwork, and adaptability defined the day, and those traits will carry them into the rest of the season.

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Fencing Team Makes Strong Debut at SWIFA Invitational

Zoe Bryant — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:57:45 +0000

Fencing Team Makes Strong Debut at SWIFA Invitational Zoe Bryant Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:57

San Marcos, Texas — In their first-ever time traveling for competition, the Fencing Club stepped onto the piste at the SWIFA Invitational hosted by Texas State University on November 8–9 and delivered a performance that turned heads. Facing 10 other programs, the team finished 5th overall, a promising start for a squad still finding its footing.

The highlight of the weekend came from the Epee squad, which battled its way to an impressive 2nd place finish out of 18 entries. Their consistency and grit set the tone for the team’s debut. While the foil and sabre squads landed in the middle of the pack, the experience proved invaluable for the entire roster.

“Our cohesion and ability to self-coach were huge strengths,” said one team member. “We learned a lot about the competition format, and now we know what to expect next time.”

The event wasn’t without its challenges. The unfamiliar format initially threw the team off, but they adapted quickly and showed resilience. Beyond the bouts, the trip marked a milestone: the team’s first travel experience together, creating memories that will last well beyond the season.

With lessons learned and confidence gained, the Fencing Club is already looking ahead. If their debut is any indication, this team is poised to become a serious contender in future tournaments.

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Buffs Edge Rams in Overtime Thriller at Student Rec Center

Zoe Bryant — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:54:46 +0000

Buffs Edge Rams in Overtime Thriller at Student Rec Center Zoe Bryant Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:54

BOULDER, Colo. — The University of Colorado clawed back from a late surge by Colorado State to steal a 5–4 overtime win Saturday afternoon at the С�� Boulder Rec Center Ice Rink, capping a wild weekend series between the in-state rivals.

Defenseman Jake Carnie played hero for the Buffaloes, burying the game-winner just 3:51 into the extra frame off a feed from Cameron Piggott and Douglas Wood. The goal erased CSU’s hopes of a comeback after the Rams erased a two-goal deficit in the third period.

Colorado jumped out early, striking three times in the opening frame. TJ Norris gave CSU a brief lead at 4:39, but С�� answered with goals from Owen Dickinson, Elliot Testa (on the power play), and Brodie Pearson to take a 3–1 advantage into the first intermission.

Pearson added his second of the night early in the second, but CSU refused to fold. Connor Pietrangelo scored midway through the second to trim the lead to 2. CSU answered with two early goals in the third period to tie it up. Riley Hunt-Bahn combined for a power-play goal and Ryan Andor tied it at 4–4 with another power-play strike, setting the stage for overtime drama.

Goaltender Matthew Server was a rock for С��, turning aside 34 of 38 shots, including several in the dying moments of regulation. CSU split time in net between Colin Gallamore and Ethan Blackburn, who combined for 32 saves.

Special teams loomed large: CSU went 2-for-4 on the power play, while С�� managed just one goal on five chances. Penalties piled up—26 minutes combined—as tempers flared in a rivalry that rarely disappoints.

The win snapped С��’s three-game skid and avenged Friday’s 4–1 loss in Fort Collins. CSU, now 12-5-2-1, remains atop the division standings, while С�� improves to 6-12-1-1.

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Buffaloes Claim First NCRHA National Title in Overtime Thriller

Emily Sampl — Thu, 22 May 2025 16:58:42 +0000

Buffaloes Claim First NCRHA National Title in Overtime Thriller Emily Sampl Thu, 05/22/2025 - 10:58

The University of Colorado Buffaloes roller hockey team made program history this April, capturing their first ever national title at the 2025 National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association (NCRHA) National Championship tournament held in Fort Myers, Florida.

The championship victory capped off an outstanding season for the Buffaloes, who competed against the nation's top Division 3 collegiate roller hockey programs during the tournament. This year’s championships marked the 25th anniversary of the national tournament, making Colorado's triumph even more special as part of this milestone celebration.

Fueled by captain Austin Granmoe’s rallying cry—“We’re only seven wins away from being national champions”—the Colorado Buffaloes delivered on that vision, capping a perfect tournament run with a dramatic 3-2 overtime victory over top-seeded University of Tampa to win their first NCRHA national championship.

Colorado entered the title game riding a 6-0 streak, with key wins over Loyola Marymount, Kennesaw State and Florida Gulf Coast. Against Tampa, the Buffs controlled early possession but fell behind late in the first period on a breakaway goal by Kellen Sargolini.

After a quiet start to the second, Colorado flipped the script in under a minute. Freshman Cole Jacobson tied the game with a top-shelf snipe, and Shawn Valdez followed with a go-ahead goal off a Jacobson assist, giving the Buffs a 2-1 lead heading into the third.

Tampa equalized with just over three minutes remaining, setting the stage for overtime. That’s when sophomore Graeme Ferguson stepped up, intercepting a pass and burying the game-winner from 20 feet out to seal the title.

“It’s an unreal feeling,” Ferguson said. “Even though it’s just roller hockey, it’s one of the best moments of my life.”

The Buffs closed the season on a 22-game win streak, finishing 27-4 overall. With the championship, Colorado will move up to Division 2 next season and plans to launch a beginner-friendly AA team. Interested students can contact curollerhockey@gmail.com.

С��'s roller hockey team claims the D3 national championship title.

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