Denver women’s volleyball (3-1) lost the first game of their Hamilton Gym opener to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) but swept the next three games for the match win (20-25, 25-19, 25-15, 25-22). Fan’s eyes were focused on the court and around the venue as they took in the new scoreboard, improved lighting and premium setback chairs for the first time. The shiny court featured DU’s new West Coast Conference (WCC) affiliation logos as well. Continue reading Denver Volleyball Opens Home Slate in Revamped Hamilton Gym, Defeats SIUE 3-1
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Soccer Teams Struggle in Early Season Matches, Volleyball wins 2 of 3 to Open the Season
It’s not how you start but how you finish. At least, we would like to think so after a bumpy start for men’s and women’s soccer. The teams have stumbled to a combined 0-5-3 to open the 2026 season. Continue reading Soccer Teams Struggle in Early Season Matches, Volleyball wins 2 of 3 to Open the Season
Championship Hockey Store Remains Open for Jerseys and Merch
Fall sports have started and hockey is only 35 days away! In addition to hockey jerseys, our Crimson Crush™ store features our DU championship logo on clothing as well as our Viva Las Vegas clothing line. Order now so you are ready for DU homecoming! Continue reading Championship Hockey Store Remains Open for Jerseys and Merch
University Area Crime Continues to Drop in First Half of 2026
Reported crimes dropped significantly over the first half of 2026 in the DU local area and have continued a downward trend over the past 12-18 months. The University of Denver’s surrounding neighborhoods, University & University Park, continue to be among the safest neighborhoods in the City of Denver. The City of Denver also saw significant drops in reported crime over the past 6 months.
Continue reading University Area Crime Continues to Drop in First Half of 2026
Will U.S. World Cup Collapse Damage College Soccer and DU?
One of the obvious observations from the USMNT’s 4-1 collapse to Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16 was the talent gap between the US and a Top 10 side. Not only did the top FIFA teams display more elite talent, but they also carried depth off the bench. Following the last World Cup held on US soil, Major League Soccer – the top professional league in the United States – was founded. Since that time, MLS teams began to identify and develop homegrown talent through club teams. There are currently 30 teams that operate their own youth academies. Expect this trend to continue going forward as US Soccer looks to fill the talent gap. Continue reading Will U.S. World Cup Collapse Damage College Soccer and DU?
A Look Back at the Denver Women’s Lacrosse Season
By any measure, head coach Liza Kelly and her team had another outstanding season. They have won 16 or more games in each of the last five seasons. In 2023, they racked up 22 wins in a run to the program’s first and only Championship Weekend. About the only remaining question is: Can DU women’s lacrosse take the next step and be the first all-women’s team at University and Evans to win a national championship? They have done just about everything else. Continue reading A Look Back at the Denver Women’s Lacrosse Season
A Look Back at Denver Men’s Lacrosse Season
What happened to DU men’s lacrosse (6-8, 2-3) this season?
In what looked like a potential breakthrough season for head coach Matt Brown and his team, Denver faded down the stretch, squeaked into the BIG EAST Tournament, and was quickly dispatched by their nemesis, Georgetown, 11-8. Season over. Continue reading A Look Back at Denver Men’s Lacrosse Season
NCAA Moving Men’s Soccer Schedule to Split Season for 2027-28
A year ago, we told you that men’s NCAA soccer would be changing to a Fall/Spring split-season model. That is now a reality, beginning in the 2027-28 season. Continue reading NCAA Moving Men’s Soccer Schedule to Split Season for 2027-28
Update: Answering Questions following the Hockey Championship Celebration
It’s been a busy past week with the conclusion of the Championship celebration at The Pioneer. It was a huge success. Hockey fans had a chance to meet the players and take photos with the NCAA Championship trophy at The Pioneer.
As a follow-up, we want to answer several questions about posters, flags and the status of orders from the Crimson Crush™ store. Also, we want to share new news about the recently restored Denver Boone head. Continue reading Update: Answering Questions following the Hockey Championship Celebration
Denver Women’s Lacrosse Comes up Short in Boulder, 11-9, to End Tournament Run
Boulder – Denver faced off against the Colorado Buffalos Sunday afternoon in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. DU built an early 4-1 lead but could not hold up the final three quarters, falling 11-9. Continue reading Denver Women’s Lacrosse Comes up Short in Boulder, 11-9, to End Tournament Run