When we think of "influencer," social media comes to mind, but true influencers in high schools are the student-athletes setting the culture daily. Pro Football Hall of Famer Champ Bailey and CHSAA Commissioner Mike Krueger, along with Colorado school leaders, discussed these students' impact. They lead without titles, work hard without prompting, and elevate those around them. Coaches and administrators witness their influence firsthand. Recognizing these students can transform their...

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our 2025-26 Colorado State Award Winners! This year was incredibly special for our team, capped off by an amazing surprise: Colorado Governor Jared Polis officially proclaimed June 3, 2026, as POSITIVE ATHLETE DAY across the state! In his proclamation, Governor Polis highlighted exactly what we believe—that who an athlete is as a person matters just as much as what they accomplish on the field. He recognized that the transferable skills built through...

San Fernando High School graduate Jessica Hernandez has been named one of 14 inaugural recipients of the VKTRY Good Sole Award, a new national scholarship created by performance-insole company VKTRY and Positive Athlete. A softball captain who battled back from a medical setback and emergency surgery during her freshman season, Hernandez helped lead her team to a CIF LA City Section Division I title game and was chosen from more than 15,500 nominations across all 50 states.