As winter sports playoffs draw to a close, the local sports landscape shifts toward spring competitions. Fort Lewis College's men's basketball team reached the RMAC tournament semifinals but fell short in a 77-75 loss to top-seeded Black Hills State, hampered by season-long injuries to key guards.[1] The Skyhawks finished 18-11 overall, reflecting on a campaign marked by early dominance followed by setbacks.
Track and Field Milestone
Fort Lewis College track and field made history at the RMAC Indoor Championships in Gunnison, with six athletes qualifying for the NCAA Division II nationals on March 13-14 in Virginia Beach. Senior Brady Burrough became the first men's individual qualifier in program history for the mile, while the women's distance medley relay team also advanced. Men's head coach Dalton Graham praised the distance group's performance: “On the men’s distance side, we just crushed it across the board. I was super pleased with it.”[2]
High School Spring Launch
Durango High School's girls golf team opens its season at the Chipeta Kick Off Classic in Grand Junction, featuring returning standouts junior Dylan Livingston and seniors Jayden Craig and Riley Harms, who aim to build on last year's second-place state finish.[3] Similarly, the Demons girls soccer squad, under coach Zac Keeler, returns offensive leaders like senior Josie Phare and juniors Ellis Campbell and Lila Scherer-Sickler, targeting a deeper playoff run. Keeler noted, “I’m extremely excited to start this season off with this group of talented young ladies.”[4] Local schedules include lacrosse, tennis, and the Durango Dust Off track meet hosted by Durango High.[5]
Youth Programs Expand
City Parks and Recreation introduces new offerings like youth flag football, archery, and SuperTot programs starting at age 2 for soccer and baseball, expanding to lacrosse and more for older youth, fostering broader participation during the seasonal transition.[6]
These developments signal sustained activity amid the shift from winter to spring, with FLC's national contenders and high school pursuits drawing community focus. Upcoming events, including nationals and regional competitions, promise heightened spectator interest and opportunities for local venues through expanded youth leagues and meets.
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- Kelly: Skyhawks men’s basketball season turns into ‘what could’ve been’ exercise
- Skyhawks track and field sends six to indoor national championships
- Durango girls golf ready to return to state with two of top four returning
- Durango girls soccer ready to make another deep playoff run
- Local sports schedule for upcoming week
- Parks and Recreation Newsletter, March 2026