John F. Russell: Feeling lucky in Steamboat Springs
It's easy to forget just how lucky we are to live in Steamboat Springs, but then again all you have to do is look around to realize what a great place this is.
Steamboat golf tournament raises money for suicide prevention
Organizers hope money raised from a local golf tournament will help young people recognize the signs, help raise awareness and help prevent suicide in the future.
John F. Russell: Hitting the road for a weekend of soccer
When you are 46, a trip to Denver requires clean underwear, a clean shirt, deodorant and a toothbrush. But when you are taking your 11-year-old daughter to Denver, it’s a different story.
John F. Russell: Playoffs bring a new sense of importance to the game
The regular seasons are coming to a close, and high school athletes are looking forward to the opportunities playoffs have to offer.
Steamboat soccer tops Glenwood in league tournament, waits on state playoff announcement
Steamboat Springs girls soccer topped Glenwood Springs on Thursday to finish third in the Western Slope League standings but are waiting to find out whether a state playoff run is in its future.
Steamboat Springs High School tennis team looking to lock up regional title, state berths
The Steamboat Springs High School girls tennis team is looking for its 10th-straight title after a strong start at the regional tournament.
John F. Russell: Spillane's legacy about more than Olympic medals
It takes more than one good race to become an Olympic-sized legend in Ski Town USA.
John F. Russell: Pioneers make Hall of Fame one cool journey
Last weekend, a new class of athletes was inducted into the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame insuring their stories will live on for future generations to enjoy.
World champion, 3-time Olympic medalist Johnny Spillane announces retirement
World Champion and three-time Olympic silver medalist Johnny Spillane announced he is retiring from the U.S. Nordic Combined Ski Team to spend more time with his family.
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club honors best at annual awards night
On Tuesday night, the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club handed out 31 awards memorializing noteworthy alumni and recognizing those Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club athletes who are setting the standards for today.
John F. Russell: Cheering for those who live life to its fullest
It's easy to cheer for the superstars in sports, but the guys I admire play the game for love, not the spotlight.
John F. Russell: Steamboat athletes and Olympic fans are following the road to Sochi, Russia
It's fun and frustrating to watch as athletes with ties to Steamboat Springs chase their dreams along the road to Sochi, Russia, and the 2014 winter Olympic Games.
Yampa Valley Golf Course in Craig opens for season
The Yampa Valley Golf course in Craig has opened for the season a bit earlier than expected thanks to a string of warm days, new pro David Hardison said Saturday morning.
John F. Russell: Golfers hit the road to fill hunger for the game they love
The valley has been treated to a warm dose of spring the past few weeks, which has resulted in a bad case of the golfing bug for many local residents.
John F. Russell: Feeling the magic, failing to make the right March Madness picks
I never can seem to pick the right teams, but that hasn't stopped me from understanding the magic of one of the biggest events in college athletics.
West Routt firefighters extinguish vehicle fire in Hayden High School parking lot
Classrooms at Hayden High School were locked down Thursday morning while firefighters extinguished a truck fire in the parking lot.
Steamboat resident 5th in Heartland Poker Tour, pockets $46,299
Steamboat Springs resident Ryan O’Donnell pocketed a little more than $46,000 on Monday evening by finishing fifth in the Heartland Poker Tour event at the Golden Gates Casino in Blackhawk.
John F. Russell: Spring in Steamboat Springs
In the old days, playing a home game in a spring sport in Steamboat Springs seemed impossible. It was hard to imagine just a few years ago how things would change in our mountain town.
Postal Service's Sundance location appears poised to shut down
Postal officials would not comment about potential consolidation of all post office boxes to the downtown location. But construction at the Third Street and Lincoln Avenue branch seems to tell the story.
Steamboat slalom skiers race into top 10 as NCAA Skiing Championships move into 3rd day
Two former Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Alpine skiers raced into the top 10 on Friday in the slalom at the NCAA Skiing Championships at Snow Bowl in Middlebury, Vt.
Steamboat Springs High School cancels weekend sports games with storms on horizon
Officials at Steamboat Springs High School canceled most Friday and Saturday prep games after a weather forecast and travel advisories warn of dangerous conditions this weekend.
Former Steamboat Springs ski racers vie for national titles at NCAA championships in Vermont
Max Marno led a group of former Steamboat Spring ski racers by breaking into the top 10 on Wednesday in the giant slalom on the opening day of the NCAA Skiing Championships at Snow Bowl in Middlebury, Vt.
Steamboat jumper Marsh Gooding soars to top spot in Montana Gelande championships
Marsh Gooding soared to the top spot at the Snowbowl Cup last weekend near Missoula, Mont., marking the first time a Steamboat Springs Gelande jumper has won the event.
Routt County high school basketball teams ready for busy week of playoff action
This is a big week for basketball teams from Steamboat Springs, Hayden and Soroco as playoffs take the game to new levels.
John F. Russell: Taking in the spotlight at state wrestling championships
State wrestling championships give wrestlers a chance to step into the spotlight at one of the best events in high school sports.
Soroco, Hayden wrestlers prepare for state tournament
Two Soroco High School wrestlers and five Hayden High School wrestlers are headed to the Colorado High School State Wrestling Championships, which begin Thursday in Denver.
John F. Russell: I can't imagine Howelsen Ice Area without a roof
It's hard to imagine what Steamboat Springs would be like without the Howelsen Ice Arena. Luckily, we don't have to.
John F. Russell: Traditions continue to live, grow on the streets of Lincoln Avenue
Street events are one of the main reasons thousands of people come to Steamboat Springs each year for Winter Carnival. Sure, there are risks, but the chance to take part has become a right of passage in our mountain town
John F. Russell: Opportunities in athletics come at a cost
There was a time in Steamboat Springs when all high school sports were funded. But those days are gone, and as schools continue to struggle to make ends meet, the challenges of providing increased sporting opportunities in this valley will grow.
John F. Russell: Collecting sports history 1 board at a time
Powder Pursuits owner Chris Smith may not look like a historian, but his collection of historic boards someday will help relay the sports journey to the next generation.
John F. Russell: Professional athletes build, grapple with the images they create
Professional athletes spend years building an image they hope will bring them fame and fortune. But in some cases, that isn't enough.
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club athletes shine in junior championships qualifier
Members of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club's Nordic program grabbed most of the top finishes during a junior national championships qualifier last weekend at Howelsen Hill.
John Russell: Grab a whistle and lend a hand for local youths
The need for local referees is critical to the success of building a strong soccer program in Steamboat Springs.
Former Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club rider races to 4th at Wold Cup
Justin Reiter raced to a fourth-place finish at a World Cup parallel giant slalom race in Bad Gastein, Austria.
Peabody Energy recognizes Hayden kindergarten teacher Laura Voorhees
Hayden teacher Laura Voorhees got a nice surprise Thursday when she was recognized as a leader in education by Peabody Energy.
New take on snow removal helps keep holidays happy for a pair of pilots
Steamboat's airport manager says a new method has proved its worth after two separate incidents involving airplanes during the holidays.
John F. Russell: Chasing dreams isn't always easy in Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs graduate Tanner Barr knows that reaching his dreams of playing professional golf means leaving Steamboat Springs behind.
John F. Russell: Steamboat presents challenges for cyclists committed to commuting
Bike to work in Steamboat Springs isn't always a ride in the park, but many local cyclists refuse to let the weather get in the way of their daily routines.
Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs to keep holiday tradition alive
The Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs has stepped up to keep the community holiday party alive after the city of Steamboat Springs cut funding for the annual holiday tradition.
Howelsen Hill Ski Area in downtown Steamboat to open season Saturday
Skiers and snowboarders will have the chance to ski the steep face of Howelsen Hill starting Saturday, when the historic downtown ski area opens for another season.
John F. Russell: Opening Day conditions don't define season
I've seen a lot of conditions on Opening Day throughout the years. The one thing I've learned is that Opening Day rarely defines a ski season.
John F. Russell: Racing for the future of Alpine snowboarding
Alpine snowboarders in the United States opened the season with top results and high hopes for the future of their sport.
Steamboat snowboarders jump out to fast start on NorAm
Local snowboarders open season with strong finishes at Copper Mountain NorAm events.
John F. Russell: I can only imagine what it would be like to own the Colorado Rockies
What do baseball fans in Colorado want from the state's only major league baseball team? They could have more pitching, different coaches and so much. This is what I would do if I could find $33 million.
John F. Russell: Playing the name game, hoping for fame
I've always dreamed of being a professional athlete. It didn't happen for me, but I'm lucky enough to share a name with more than a few.
John F. Russell: Braving the cold and the Rapids in search of a new experience
This weekend, I drove to Denver and braved the cold to watch my first professional soccer game. Call me crazy, but in some ways, it sounded like fun.
John F. Russell: Hanging on to fall in Steamboat Springs
This is the time of year when a person's true love of skiing shows, the time of year when some rush back to winter, the time of year when I attempt to hold on to a few last days of fall.
John F. Russell: Steamboat Olympian recalls Atlanta games while creating new memories in London
Steamboat Olympian Anne Kakela recalls what it was like coaching in London and competing in Atlanta.
Steamboat bears surprise woman who was unloading groceries
The three black bears had their sights set on groceries in a car on Meadowbrook Circle on Monday.
John F. Russell: The rematch is to sports what the 2nd chance is in life
You don't always get a second chance in life, but that's not the case in sports, which is why the rematch is one of the best things in the world for athletes, coaches and fans.
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