Tag: falcon
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Falcon girls win eighth straight, defeat Sierra 56-34; Sierra’s Burns ninth in state record books for all-time blocks
This is a different cast of Falcon players from the end of December. Since the calendar flipped to January, these Falcons have remained sharp, focused and locked in, especially at the free-throw line. The Falcons beat host Sierra 56-34 to balloon their win streak to eight in a row. And 23 of Falcon’s points came…
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Pikes Peak region boys wrestlers shine in early portion of season
Pikes Peak region boys wrestlers return to the mats soon with the state tournament less than eight weeks away. Several upcoming tournaments and duals will help athletes jockey for position for regional berths and a chance at the state tournament at Ball Arena in February. Below are some of the area wrestlers who have made…
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Lewis-Palmer wrestling team ready to represent legendary coach ahead of 45th annual Harold McCray Invitational
Upon entering Lewis-Palmer’s athletic facilities, a look to the left shows a wall decorated with silver and gold plaques. Various teams highlight the Rangers’ athletic spoils from the 1990s into the 2020s. A closer gaze displays a plethora of wrestling triumphs with one recurring name on each plaque: Harold McCray. McCray spent 32 years as…
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LETTERS: Rapid response to request; unrealistic expectation of schools
Rapid response to request I wish to say, “Way to go Commissioner Carrie Geitner and your staff”. You completed my suggestion to make the intersection at Meridian Road and Falcon Highway into a “full four way stop”. I understand, it takes awhile to clear this type of change, but, you and your staff and the…
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Golf and beer go hand-in-hand at Bogeys and Brews
Golfers of all skill levels will soon have a new place in Falcon to grab a beer and hit the links. Bogeys and Brews, an indoor golf simulator facility and bar, officially opens its doors Saturday at 11694 Bent Grass Market View, Suite 140. A grand opening celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will…
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Fox’s Pizza Den coming soon to Falcon
A new pizzeria in Falcon will soon bring northeastern-style pies farther westward. Fox’s Pizza Den is opening its second Colorado location in a year, and its first in El Paso County, on Saturday at 11694 Bent Grass Market View in Falcon, northeast of Colorado Springs. There will be a grand opening celebration from 11 a.m.…
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School District 49 begins exploring eastward expansions
As School District 49 continues to expand eastward, leadership has begun discussing how it might build on its existing schools and programs to meet their projected needs. Consolidating the existing Falcon Elementary School of Technology and Bennett Ranch Elementary Schools to a single building and selling existing properties along Woodmen Road to go toward developing…
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Falcon freshman Cayden Besler places fifth in 4A state golf tourney; Air Academy earns sixth as team
Cayden Besler remained composed in his first state golf tournament and reaped the benefits of his poise. The Falcon freshman finished fifth in the 4A boys state tournament and carded a two-day 3-over-par 143 at Fox Hill Club in Longmont. During Tuesday’s final round, Besler had an even-par 70. After the 14th hole, Besler was…
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Pine Creek girls volleyball’s mellow approach keeps winning tradition alive; Eagles defeat Palmer Ridge 3-1
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Caleb Sjoerdsma has a complex last name, but a simple coaching style. The Eagles’ girls volleyball coach knew Pine Creek had a commendable culture as he inherited the job this season. Sjoerdsma, pronounced “Shurds-muh,” wanted to implement his style and allow players to maintain their…
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Peak Performer: Manitou Springs boys golfer Hayden Dorsey grateful, but not satisfied, with steady improvement
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Each step Hayden Dorsey takes on the links is accompanied by a smile of gratitude thanks to an already stellar season. Dorsey recalls his finish at the state boys golf tournament as a freshman when he placed 43rd in a field of 84 with a…