From Friday night lights to packed gyms, Glenwood Springs High School’s fall sports teams have been competing across the state. In an interview with Glenwood Athletic Director Jordan DeCrow, The Sopris Stars takes a closer look at how these teams are performing and the challenges they have faced so far this year.
As the fall sports season continues, Glenwood Springs has competed across multiple sports with many ups and downs; here are some of the recent scores and updates. Glenwood’s high school football team recently competed during their senior night, where they lost to the Palisade High School Bulldogs 6-42, with their only touchdown scored by sophomore Oliver Furlong, bringing their record to 0-8 as they face Eagle Valley and Steamboat Springs high schools in their final two games.
The Glenwood boys soccer team also played its senior night this past Thursday, Oct. 15, with a convincing 6-0 win against Rifle High School, bringing the Demons’ season record to 8-6 as it faces Steamboat and Summit in its final two games.
That said, the men’s soccer team isn’t the only team in Glenwood with success; the Demons’ girls volleyball team currently has a 12-4 record, ranking No. 2 in the 4A Western Slope League. They continued this winning streak taking on Eagle Valley on Oct. 21 in a 3-2 win for senior night.
Regardless of the season’s results, DeCrow emphasized that high school sports are about more than wins and losses. With 18 to 19 varsity sports, including cheer, DeCrow said one of the biggest challenges is making sure every program receives the support and attention it deserves.
“My goal is to make every sport feel like they’re the only sport at the school,” DeCrow said.
DeCrow also highlighted the role the Glenwood Springs community plays in supporting its student-athletes, pointing to local sponsors and community partners who help provide resources for the school’s athletic programs.
“Our community is super giving, and they’re willing to … rally together to make sure that our kids have whatever they need,” DeCrow said.
Although winning remains a goal for Glenwood’s teams, DeCrow said the lessons athletes learn through competition are just as important as their results. From commitment and dedication to learning how to overcome adversity, DeCrow believes sports help prepare students for life beyond high school.
“Winning’s obviously our goal, but it’s not our purpose,” DeCrow said. “And our purpose is to create young men and women of character and people who will thrive in a changing world.”