The story is finally ready to tell. Most LetsGoDU readers will think this is satire but every word is true. The original 1960’s Denver Boone mascot has been found and is now in the hands of LetsGoDU staff. The original Denver Boone mascot is no worse for wear despite relocation and eventual rediscovery after 50+ years in the hands of unknown individuals. Continue reading Goddard Unearths Boone Treasure in Stunning Quirk of Fate
Category Archives: History & Tradition
Ritchie Memorial Provides Memories and Principles For a Successful Life
The west side of Magness Arena was filled Thursday morning with academics, politicians, and public and private civic community leaders, alumni and friends. All gathered to celebrate the life of Chancellor Emeritus Daniel L. Ritchie. Continue reading Ritchie Memorial Provides Memories and Principles For a Successful Life
End of the Year Postcard
Photo: Courtesy of Denver Athletics
ON SALE – DU Championship Crimson Vests Honor DU Hockey
We’re not done yet!
In addition to our commemorative hockey jerseys, LetsGoDU and the Friends of DU Hockey have something new this year – championship crimson vests with all proceeds going to DU hockey. Continue reading ON SALE – DU Championship Crimson Vests Honor DU Hockey
ON SALE – Championship Hockey Sweaters Honor Matt Davis & Denver Hockey
LetsGoDU and The Friends of DU Hockey spent the last five months designing our collectible, commemorative championship jerseys for DU hockey. All proceeds from sales will be split between Matt Davis via his NIL deal and DU hockey. These limited edition hockey jerseys honor 75 seasons of Denver Hockey and display the ten-time champions patch on the sleeve while showing Denver Boone at his Crimson and Gold best. These are certain to be big sellers so place your order here as soon as possible for the upcoming season. Continue reading ON SALE – Championship Hockey Sweaters Honor Matt Davis & Denver Hockey
Denver Boone Injured, Recovering at Home
Denver Boone was injured in a photo shoot attempting to replicate DU goalie Matt Davis’ “The Save” for a new collectible, commemorative hockey sweater to be released this week. The Matt Davis NIL (name, image, and likeness) sweater was a project commissioned by LetsGoDU and Friends of DU Hockey. Continue reading Denver Boone Injured, Recovering at Home
LetsGoDU Hockey SUPER-POLL™ Selects Pioneers #1 for 20th-Straight Season
We proudly release this season’s 2024-25 LetsGoDU SUPER-POLL™. The storied annual hockey poll is a must-read for collegiate hockey fans around the USA and around the world. This year, our AI data analytics model is backed by a major investment by Canadian Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary and calculated at the Goddard Computing Center in Houston, force-ranked college hockey programs. The complex methodology applies weight to program investment, rosters, coaching staff, fans, mascots, school colors, schedules, and 57 other critical metrics. The generative AI simulations feed the neural network using our large language model, DU was placed in the top spot – the 20th consecutive season for the defending national champions in the LetsGoDU SUPER-POLL™. Here is the top 10 in order: Continue reading LetsGoDU Hockey SUPER-POLL™ Selects Pioneers #1 for 20th-Straight Season
LetsGoDU Inks Clothing Deal with Frozen Four MOP Matt Davis
LetsGoDU and Friends of DU Hockey have signed a NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal with DU goaltender Matt Davis. The Most Outstanding Player from last season’s Frozen Four in St. Paul, Minnesota, Davis’ signature will be reproduced alongside artwork on a one-of-a-kind commemorative championship hockey jersey. All proceeds from the sales will be distributed between DU Hockey and Davis. Continue reading LetsGoDU Inks Clothing Deal with Frozen Four MOP Matt Davis
Neighboring Washington Park Celebrates 125 Years
Classes begin at the University of Denver today for the 2024-25 school year. One experience for both old and new students is Washington Park.
The founding of the University of Denver’s campus was tied closely to the founding of Wash Park 125 years ago. Separated by a mere two miles and I-25, DU students often find solitude, exercise, and/or camaraderie in the park. The two locales are inextricably linked in time, place, and memory. Continue reading Neighboring Washington Park Celebrates 125 Years
Puck Swami: “TENver” Becomes The Best Program in College Hockey History
It’s just been a few days since I stood proudly among the Denver Pioneer faithful at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minn., and watched the giant scoreboard clock tick down to zero, leading me to one of the very best moments of my life, as well the lives of so many other fellow Pioneer fans — especially you hard-core LetsGoDU blog readers! Continue reading Puck Swami: “TENver” Becomes The Best Program in College Hockey History