"For Denver FC!" An ownership group including
@jordangeli
is bringing professional Women's Soccer to Denver. A launch event is scheduled for July 21. It's finally happening. Read all about it and what Denver could bring as a WoSo market:
FULLTIME!!!!! RSL 1, COLORADO 2!!!!!!!!!
For just the second time EVER, the Colorado Rapids have won in Sandy! A gradually better performance. Huge and much needed goals from Navarro and Bassett! It wasn't convincing but it worked! What a way for Armas to get his first win!
Sources tell Burgundy Wave that Sam Vines is close to finalizing a return to Colorado Rapids. He’ll be flying back to Colorado over next 48-72 hours. Still needs to do a medical. Details in the works. It will not be a loan.
Sources: Jack Wilshere is not a finalist for the Colorado Rapids head coaching search, possibly by choice.
The club has a favorite of the four finalists. The process may be drawn out due to negotiations, reports
@LWOSMattPollard
.
Full story⤵️
New Colorado Rapids DP Djordje Mihailović during the MLS Media Roundtable:
"I won't be the last signing they make."
"Colorado has ambitions to be the best team in the league. That's plain and simple."
"I'm coming back from Europe to challenge for the Cup. That's it."
The members of the
#Rapids96
that participated in the pregame demonstration were Kei Kamara, Lalas Abubakar, Kellyn Acosta, Collen Warner, Austin Trusty, Andre Rawls, and HC Robin Fraser (cc:
@LWOSMattPollard
&
@DoubleOhNegatve
)
Zack Steffen has officially joined Colorado Rapids. Burgundy Wave breaks down what he potentially brings to Colorado, Goalkeeper Math implications for Ilic and others, and more:
The Jack Price Exit Interview:
- His take on the departure being mutual
- Rapids legacy as captain and fan favorite
- Fraser's firing, Max's situation, next captain
- What's next back home in England
For any national/non-local outlets looking to cover or better understand the state of the Colorado Rapids, KSE, or the supporters protest and walkout, DMs are open.
We're an open book for anyone who want boots on the ground reporting knowledge.
On his subdued celebration being respectful:
"100%. I love the Colorado fans. I've done a lot in this community. They've shown a lot of love for me. I'll always have love for Colorado."
Fulltime! 2-2!
Good effort to get a result. Miami with better chances but down at half. Lionel Messi and Barca friends sub in and change the game. Colorado gets one chance down 2-1 and makes it count. What a moment for Bassett to earn a point at Inter Miami! History.
#Rapids96
NEW: On Friday afternoon,
#MLS
announced that it will have its Next Pro developmental teams participate in the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup instead of its first teams.
The league will reassess participation for future iterations next winter. Report:
Inbox: Colorado Rapids officially trade the MLS rights to goalkeeper William Yarbrough to San Jose Earthquakes. Rapids get San Jose's natural third round pick for 2025.
Happy trails, Will. Like other vets to leave this winter, you were good to the club and underrated.
.
@C38sg
has published an open letter to the Colorado Rapids front office and KSE.
Here's what was said, our thoughts, what affect it could have, and what to expect during Saturday's home match against New England:
FULLTIME! RAPIDS WIN 3-2!
Two goals from Mihailovic in the final seven minutes! First Rapids home win of the year. ANOTHER massive result at home against LAFC. Season defining moment potentially. Djordje has delivered. Enjoy your Easter weekend, Rapids Community!
Sources tell Burgundy Wave that Colorado Rapids have interest in signing Kellyn Acosta. The former Rapids midfield war daddy (2018-21) is a free agent. He's wanted to play in Europe. That led to his departure in 2022. A reunion could happen if foreign targets don't work out.
Cole Bassett with his fourth. Calvin Harris with his third assist. They combine well AGAIN.
Rapids have been on the back foot this half. Bassett had one big chance to put the game away and he did. You watching Olympics coaches?
Rapids in transition. Harris with a good run. Cole Bassett finds space. Composed finish. Moments away from a massive point. SIX minutes of stoppage time.
It's really hard to not feel bitter about how Hudson blew it so badly at the beginning of the season but we're so proud of how the players stuck with it & fought back (except BF), how Casey turned things around, and how bright the future looks with Fraser.
#Rapids96
#LAFCvCOL
Three months ago,
@JoanDobrzynski
was hospitalized. The
@ColoradoRapids
community rallied around her. Now she's feeling well enough to attend games again, just in time for the win against Dallas. Joan is our people and always will be.
#KeepFighting
Inbox: The 2024 Leagues Cup group stage draw is out. Colorado Rapids will play at Portland Timbers and will host Club León.
DSGP will host a
@marcelobalboa17
Derby!
“We talk about not having ‘superstars,’ but we have 11 every time we’re on the field. We want to work for each other and give everything for the club. You want to be a part of it, it’ll be no different this season.” - Jack Price
#Rapids96
Via
@MLSfrom5280
Dominique Badji spoke with
@MLSfrom5280
on his return to the
@ColoradoRapids
: "Since I left it hasn’t really felt like home anywhere. This feels like home again."
#Rapids96
Update on our future:
Burgundy Wave will be leaving SB Nation effective at the end of March. We're not sure yet if we're going independent or if we'll be joining a larger existing platform/network. DMs are open for anyone who's interested.
"I hope they can feel a part of that, they're all a part of that. For our fans, they're there for us. We're all in on this one together."
- Chris Armas while rocking a
@C38sg
scarf
Bombito has played the last three games and not looked out of place. Several times he's been the last man and made a clean simple defensive play. He looks confident and energetic. Twice he's gotten the ball at midfield and dribbled his way into a great shot on goal.
#CANMNT
@Burgundywave
@CanMNTBible
If you don't mind me asking... How exactly has he been balling what does he need to work on? Are you excited to have him on your team? I'm excited to see him for cannot but haven't been able to watch any rapids games.
Former Rapids center back Kortne Ford has announced his retirement via his Instagram. Nothing but the best
@KortFord
. You were a good person and player for Colorado and Kansas City. You carry on your mom’s legacy. Be well.
Say what you will about Robin Fraser and his failures over the last 18 months. He was a calm steady hand Colorado Rapids needed. He's a good person and professional. Nothing but respect for him. He'll land on his feet. Likely as an assist elsewhere in MLS next year.
Commerce City Mayor Benjamin Huseman:
"The Kroenke organization can afford the entire $50,000."
To Josh Kroenke's letter to the fans saying he's committed, Huseman says "Prove it!"
"The residents of Commerce City deserve better."
Have heard from several people now that Jack Wilshere supposedly nailed his first round interview with Colorado Rapids. His tactical ideas and approach to player development seemed advanced for his amount of coaching experience.
He could be favored to get the job. We'll see.
"For people who came to the stadium tonight who didn't know Andrew, you got a very good look at what he is. A very aggressive and energetic, talented and smart attacking fullback. Happy to have him."
- Fraser on Andrew Gutman's debut
Rafael Navarro: 4 for 4 on penalties. One corner goal. Two from the run of play. Seven goals overall. Plus 2 assists. In just under 1,100 minutes. He's on pace for 18 goals.
Burgundy Wave can confirm Andreas Maxsø suffered a concussion on Saturday against Sporting KC. He is doing well today. No update on if he'll be available for Saturday @ Charlotte FC.
We don't know whether
#DALvCOL
will be played this evening or not, but in solidarity with the
@BPCMLS
and
#BlackLivesMatter
, we won't be tweeting tonight except to update you if the game is boycotted/cancelled
#Rapids96
We're excited to announce that FIFA has credentialed
@Photog_JohnB
through the Women's World Cup Final. Burgundy Wave will be one of a handful American outlets to cover the tournament in person from start to finish.
UPDATE: Sources tell Burgundy Wave the club will be launching a fan survey this week. Will be open to the public as to include non-STMs.
Rapids Community, this is your chance to be heard in a measurable way that will be shared directly with Josh and Stan.
Last month, Colorado Rapids had fan focus groups to get feedback on how to improve DICK's Sporting Goods Park.
Burgundy Wave goes inside those meetings to see what could be in the works to make The Richard less of a "low value, bare bones stadium."