News & Athlete of the Week

Mustangs will open against Legend in nonleague before heading into league play against Jefferson County; Week 7 will be in the playoffs or in an assigned game.

Mullen wins only 1 of 3 matches in the finals, but ties for second with ever-present Cheyenne Mountain and George Henry Hanzel wins No. 2 singles.

Mustangs' super sub commits to UCCS basketball; entertains ideas of becoming a doctor.

Mullen drops opener 12-2, rallies to take 2nd game 7-4; team awaits seeding on Sunday for 3 rounds of league tourney for Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Mullen advances in 6 of the 7 spots in Class 4A tennis and owns the team lead; 'Stangs bidding for various individual titles as well as their first team championship.

Thursday's official beginning of football 2020 came with 88 players, optimism, relief, social-distancing, promise, joy and relief, lots of relief. The season is here.

Mullen, 2nd in 2019, will bid for its 1st boys tennis championship Friday-Saturday in Pueblo in a COVID-19- shortened format.

Senior and 2 others finish in the top 10 to earn all-Centennial League; boys finish as runner-up as a group. 

Mustangs fall behind early, can't handle Eaglecrest in indifferent 9-2 loss as regular season and league tournament near.

Smoky Hill tops Mullen in league's second go-round; Mustangs battle, but come up short., 

Mustangs will open against Parker's Legend, then league play against the high end of Jefferson County. First game set for Oct. 9.

Mario Dino shoots even-par 72 to lead Mullen to a 2-stroke victory in Class 4A Region 3 held at Quail Dunes in Fort Morgan; next up is a team showing at state Oct. 5-6.

Brady, Dino, Hawes and Johnson carry Mullen hopes in Class 4A postseason golf.

Mustangs' new Director of Sports Performance comes with considerable credentials, even bigger appetite for becoming a part of the high-school ranks.

Mustangs take advantage of late chance for a shortened, protocol-filled Season A; players, staff, school, followers "excited" about season to begin on Thursday as opposed to February.

In a reversal, the level's most-popular game, field hockey and sideline spirit got the go-ahead late Wednesday; districts and individual schools to make decisions to play or wait until the spring.

Improving Mustangs overcome blown lead, score late and outlast Grandview 9-8 in the Centennial League; team improves to 3-6 overall, 3-5 in the loop.

Mustangs take 3rd in final Centennial League match as Dino, Brady and Johnson lead the way.

Mustangs sweep singles and 3-of-4 doubles to qualify at all seven spots; 4A state tourney in Pueblo awaits.

Mullen ready to defend its 4A Region 3 title and advance its team at all 7 spots to the Colorado tournament to be held later this month in Pueblo.

Arapahoe erupts for 18 hits, drills Mullen 11-3 after suffering road loss late the past month. 

Behind Mac Caldwell, Mullen fares well in strong gathering in Arvada; home match today vs. Colorado Academy will wrap up regular season. 

Senior takes advantage in latest Centennial League meet to finish 6th at Arapahoe County Fairgrounds; O'Connell heads girls on season's first cool race day.

Mullen erupts for a 6-run 2nd inning on the way to a 10-8 decision at Eaglecrest in league; Centennial victory snaps 3-game slide aided by season-high 14 hits.

On the day the Colorado High School Activities Association elects not to change its COVID-19-modified sports calendar, the National Federation of State High School Association's executive director urged the country to 'never say never' for fall sports, performing arts. 

State officials say they revisited their plan for 2020-21, but decide to pass on any change. Hence, only 4 sports to continue for Season A and the new, other 3 seasons won't begin until after the New Year.

5A Cougars win Centennial League games 18-0 and 14-3; Mullen dips to 1-5 in 2020, but isn't discouraged.

Dudzic, boys finish runners-up at Centennial League Warrior 5k; O'Connell again leads girls.

Niwot wins 4-3 in a 4A nonleague dual, but encouraged Mullen is preparing for the postseason against heavy competition.

Senior leads Mullen to 3rd place in latest Centennial League tournament; Dino 5 shots back.

Smoky Hill blasts Mullen 11-0 in Centennial League play; 'Stangs manage only two base runners.

Boys golfers finish 1st at Bear Creek G.C. as Johnson ties for first; additional Mustangs get experience at Kennedy G.C.; and their regional site is set for later this month.

'Stangs host the football drills, including under the lights, for 148 senior players across the state; wet weather didn't put a damper on it.

Led by a singles sweep, Mullen improved to 6-2 in dual matches with a 6-1 decision of the Wolves in the Centennial League; Niwot is next.

Runners take fourth in both genders at Creek meet, headed by Dudzic and O'Connell; netters continue busy schedule, including against Niwot.

Resilient Mullen wins a slugfest 14-10 over visiting Arapahoe in handing new coach Dave Atencio his first victory in command.

Mullen boys win 6 of first 7 matches.

Top 'Stangs combined for 5-under, team finishes at even-par 288 in Centennial League match No. 3.

Rookie WR wasn't trying out for the 'Stangs; no, he was being filmed for a new series to be streamlined.

Ponderosa-sponsored testing and drills to run on Friday; event is free and open to all in-state seniors.

Mullen soph wins wrestling title; junior Alina Antillon runner-up. 

Mullen's Varsity II defeated the host Buffaloes 6-1 in a Centennial League match; 'Stangs are 3-1.

2-1 loss in 8 innings similar to previous setback in season opener.

In Mullen's first home meet in at least a decade, 'Stangs excited about competing as social distancing met cross country. And it worked.

Mullen drops only a combined 10 games in routing the Cougars 7-0 in Centennial League boys tennis; 3 matches on consecutive days await.

'Stangs to open cross country season and host first meet of the season.

There will be, of course, social distance for distance running, but 'Stangs ready to tackle a new form of the sport during the pandemic.

Always powerful 5A Bruins roll 7-0 in winning all singles and doubles matches.

Bruins plate one in the 7th with two outs to beat Mullen 4-3 in new head coach Dave Atencio's debut.

Seniors grab 2nd and 3rd, respectively, Mustangs move to runner-up as a team in Centennial League Match No. 2.

'Stangs to open softball season Monday, Aug.17. new head coach Dave Atencio welcomes experience and newer talent among format changes during the coronavirus (COVID-19).

'Stangs boys tennis begins 2020 with a 6-1 victory over visiting Arapahoe in league; seniors singles sweep.

It's another fall sport with cuts due to COVID-19, but Mullen boys tennis brings back experience and younger talent has improved. Team was 4A state runner-up in 2019.

All Mullen players break 80 in a promising, opening Centennial League match at Meadow Hills G.C.; senior Rhett Johnson leads way with 1-over 71.

Gifted point guard, all-league and all-state, excited to join Rangers and head into their nursing program. 

Amid the pandemic, changing times, schedule switches and more of the unknown, Mullen opens its season today in Aurora for a Centenniual League match.

Talented pitcher/infielder chooses Cardinal; junior-to-be works through COVID-19 problems with recruiting, hopes it gets better for future players. 

Remaining 3 sports for Season A due to open practice this week as are 1st varsity events. Games are on.

Softball to open under different circumstances, but new head coach Atencio centers on the positives of beginning a new season in the face of the pandemic.

Football may be months away, but new coach Bennett says his Mustangs have handled the news well and the race is on to get better.

Four sports seasons to happen in 2020-21, with football beginning in February and basketball in January, but the Colorado consensus is relief and joy for competition to resume.

Softball and boys tennis will follow next week, but in-staters anxiously awaiting decisions on additional sports.

Boys tennis and softball join boys golf as 3-of-9 fall sports to open as scheduled; information on others due by the end of the week. 

Former in-state running back set to join Mullen as athletic director on Aug. 3; Colorado native "excited" about his new position and opportunities for his student-athletes.

The Colorado native, a former schoolboy star running back and high-end student-athlete, has been appointed Mustangs athletic director. Mullen community excited about his leadership potential.

Despite recent stretch of scorching weather, Mustangs softballers thrilled to participate in OTAs and get ready for 2020 season.

New head coach Dave Atencio eager to open work with Mustangs.

Former Bronco WR's annual gathering looks a bit different in 2020 with the pandemic, but an enthusiastic group was on hand for its debut with Mullen as host site.

2nd day of drills fantastically welcomed for football hopefuls, new head coach Jeremy Bennett and his staff; safety precautions in place.

Former Bronco and new UNC head coach will host his annual youth gathering June 22-25 on campus; safety precautions in place to keep it running.

Caution, intelligence and patience will be required, but it's a start -- individual decisions to be made at the local level.

Paige Sowitch, Meagan Compton lost their senior seasons to the coronavirus, but still racked up lots of terrific memories.

Mullen Sports Performance is conducting live, Zoom workouts for all Mullen students starting Tuesday June 2nd.  No exercise equipment or weights are required, but can be used.  Email Coach Stewart, stewart@mullenhigh.com and join the Google Classroom to register for dates and times.  The Google Classroom code is: uhh2n6i.  Updates will also be on Twitter @mullen_strength and Instagram @mullensportsperformance

As a catcher in softball, Avery Panozzo knows how to take charge, serve as a kind of quarterback and maintain her composure. It’s how she’s handling herself during the coronavirus (COVID-19). Centering on the memories she has from the school year, the junior also writes for Mullen Today’s Unordinary Times about seniors who were robbed of finales, staying in shape the best she can, staying optimistic about the future, missing her classmates and teachers, and remaining determined.

For Joe Welling, assistant principal and multi-sport running coach, he writes for Mullen Today’s Unordinary Times from the heart. With years of experience as a Lasallian Educator, he has broken down this difficult stretch of the coronavirus (COVID-19) into running on faith, love and hope. He also cites the resilience of the Mustangs community, its ability to continue to produce outstanding young people in the  midst of joy at Mullen and operating under the Grace of God. 

Sports Information Director Neil H. Devlin, in the latest Mullen Today Unordinary Times, writes about the unmatched speed and devastation of the coronavirus (COVID-19); the relentless boredom of staying home; missing the Mullen community and all that comes with it; and the void of working at a high school that was suddenly taken away. However, there’s hope, we need to follow it and we’ll keep putting up a fight. It’s one we can win if we’re smart.

Antonio Corral has dabbled in many classes, sports and programs while at Mullen. So when the coronavirus (COVID-19) hit and wiped out what his final months with the school, he decided to use the resilience he developed as a Mustang. Indeed, he misses what could have been, but he’ll always be with Mullen, always be counted among the Mustangs. 

Recent program-high of 7 Mustangs set for the first national tournament to be held online.

Mustang senior golfer headed to Meadville, Pa., for DIII play.

Mustangs' 2020 schedule set -- 4 new nonleague opponents, Regis Jesuit and another league round against Jefferson County.

I miss my family at Mullen.

I have been a part of Mullen ever since I can remember.  As a kid, I remember playing on the cement “M” during football games. I didn't have any other school in mind when I looked at high schools.  My family was literally there with me. Growing up at Mullen was the best thing that could have happened to me. Mullen is my home and will forever be. 

Wake up; go to school; go to practice; do homework; grab something to eat; lift; try to squeeze a few minutes in with the family; sleep; repeat. Athletes’ lives revolve around routine, so when the threat and spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) caused a screeching halt to life as we knew it, athletes were left with whiplash and uncertainty. At first, a little alleviation from the grind seemed a tolerable slow down, but when it became apparent that sports weren’t coming back any time soon, hiccups turned into a complete halt. As championships were canceled and entire seasons were left in the dust, anger, sadness and uncertainty set in … in essence, student-athletes were grieving.

Trey Sieradski goes from shocked cancer patient to spokesman for Children's Hospital.

Third of 3 annual seasons halted by coronavirus (COVID-19).

Swim's Zucchini-Fowler captures healthcare professionals poignantly with a colorful mural downtown that has been seen worldwide.

Trackster will compete with  Catholic University in Washington, D.C.

Ben Martinez, a sophomore, writes about tough times and ways to deal with them. The footballer and baseballer discovered he doesn’t have to wait for weights, neighbors rule and more time at home than usual shouldn’t be taken for granted.

Colorado chapter had to cancel due to COVID-19; Mullen senior 1 of 18 to be feted.

A sweet 16 assistants on board; a few more to be added.

Coaches, staff get together through video amid quarantine.

For Mullen teacher-coach Matthew Guglielmo, dealing with the ramifications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) is proving challenging on all levels. Below, he has shared the aspects of a routine vs. no routine. Days with the same tasks; and days with different tasks. Unusual teaching and no coaching, but more family interaction and time at home. Learning something new, yet doing many of the same things. Like everyone else, he realizes’s in the same boat …

Megan Pohs, a junior, is arguably the best point guard as well as player in Class 4A girls basketball. A three-year starter, she has been all-Centennial League three times, twice named to the first team. The recognized Mustangs leader who has led them to 40 victories the past two seasons writes about her strong relationships with teammates, working their way to another title shot, dealing with unannounced disappointment and trying to come through the pandemic as a better, stronger person.

Three Mustangs cited as female and male athletes of the month, and coach of the month.

Five Mustangs competitors named to 4A swim and dive group.

Extension for the stay-at-home order by Gov. Polis to be determined; current deadline is April 11. Campus remains closed.

'Stangs soph one of nation's top triple-jumpers.

Junior is a 1st-teamer; Gallegos, Perez honorable mention.

Ten Mustangs basketballers named to the all-Centennial League teams.

Coach Cawley suggests Mullen and Holy Family share the 4A crown due to bizarre circumstances from COVID-19.

'Stangs blitz Highlands Ranch 11-1 in season opener, but, like others, have no idea about their next game.

Late Thursday decision halts play; looks like there will be no champions.

Sophomore fires 1-under 64; freshman Zingler, senior Sowitch are next.

Pohs goes for 30 as Mullen wins at a sparsely attended Denver Coliseum; team goes for a repeat on Saturday after one of the most-bizarre settings in Colorado history.

Mullen elects to be pro-active about COVID-19; spring sports mandated to play away events at least until end of the month.

Key injuries mar opening of season, but 'Stangs ready to adjust.

Track and field numbers, possibilities growing, headed by Dwol.

19-7 'Stangs ready to meet Berthoud at the Coliseum and play for a 2nd straight championship.

Participation, expectations higher for Mustangs girls tennis.

Improvement the theme for Spring 2020 season.

Boys lacrosse wants to stay healthy, advance to postseason.

Lots of new faces dot the roster for Spring 2020.

Sophomore Choi heads a larger, more-experienced roster. 

Boys swim and dive readies for Spring 2020.

Defending champ Mustangs crush Canon City 70-33, earn a trip to the Denver Coliseum as soph Gracie Gallegos goes for 27 points. 

4A defending champ Mullen, which has won 7 straight playoff games, will host the Tigers; trip to historic Denver Coliseum at stake.

Defending 4A champion Mullen blows out host Montrose 65-40, will host Canon City on Friday in the Great 8.

Due to the high alert around the world concerning the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Mullen High School has prepared a plan of response. We are monitoring statements and advice from the Center for Disease Control and the Colorado State Department of Health.  As of now, even with the lower risk here in Colorado and the United States, steps will be made at the school to prepare students and staff in the currently very low chance that a breakout occurs in our buildings. These best practice procedures are designed to protect the safety of all parties involved and to prevent any further infections from occurring.

4A defending champs head to hills for Sweet 16.

Seven sports will run into the end of 2019-20 school year.

Mullen blitzes Indians 86-42; will head to hills for 3rd round.

4A title winners to welcome Cheyenne Mountain in 2nd round.

Monarch too strong, wins 5-0; but Mullen optimistic about future.

Mullen earns final seed, set to meet Monarch on Tuesday.

'Stangs blitz Sailors 7-0 in final bid to make postseason.

Wolves edge Mullen 53-49 to cap the regular season, but 'Stangs show well and seem ready for the 4A postseason. 

Mullen falls to Grandview, ends 4-19 overall, 1-13 league.

Trio, 3 others show well at the Pepsi Center for upbeat wrestling program.

Linares, Sumner and Troni can still make podium.

Sumner, 3 first-timers head wrestling effort.

Mullen blows 2-0 lead, falls to Castle View in nonconference.

Mullen's inner core strong in 4A; Stone is coach of the year again.

Mullen sending some quality to the Pepsi Center in the latest version of the Colorado wretrsling tournament.

Mullen heads for big finish in 4A swim & dive.

Mullen set for mid-range swim and dive title.

Cougars rock Mustangs to keep them in Centennial cellar.

Coach thrilled with 65-48 handling of Cherokee Trail.

6 Mustangs advance through regionals and punch state tickets. 

Familiar figure in Jeffco will head Mustangs.

Defending 4A champs crush Buffs, get better.

Mullen falls 85-67, but may still have a postseason chance.

Mullen drops a 5-2 conference game to Kent Denver.

Mustangs have seven hopefuls headed to 3A Region 3 at Holy Family.

Decorated coach now in command of Mullen softball.

Mullen falls 81-66 to Centenniual-leading Cherry Creek.

5A Creek downs 4A 'Stangs 60-39, but Mullen shows much better 2nd time around.

Pros from another era, Hammond and Williams, view Centennial game.

Mustangs win twice in shortened league meet.

Soph Antillon wins her 2nd straight wrestling title.

Soph shines as do more Mustangs in Boise Nike meet.

Mullen soph 27-0 and ready to go at girls state wrestling.

Mullen rolled by Eaglecrest after snapping 10-game skid on Saturday,

Mullen overcomes slow start, sickness in 51-32 road victory.

Mustangs, peers, family celebrate National SIgning Day.

A triple-jump leap of 40-3.75 puts her 4th nationally.

'Stangs' sophomore impressive in running season record to 27-0.

Mullen loses 6-0, fades again against a high-end foe.

Mullen wins 81-80, snaps 10-game losing streak.

Soph's double-double large in 48-32 win at The Hutch.

Senior wins at 152; Mustangs 6th as a team with 4 placers.

Grandview wins 50-33; Mullen drops 10th consecutive game.

5A Wolves out of reach for 4A 'Stangs, who fall 58-36. 

Senior fares well in 2020 Polynesian Bowl in Honolulu.

Mullen falls to 5A Arapahoe as the 4A postseason awaits. 

Mustangs joined others in grass-roots play at Keystone Lake.

Mullen downs Chatfield 2-1 in well-played thriller; Denver East is next.

Mullen falls to Regis Jesuit 70-55 at crowded Hutchison Fieldhouse.

Gallegos and Co. rock Overland; Grandiew is next at home.

Mullen loses 55-33 as losing skid reaches eight.

Mustangs swim past Overland 137-33 in a Centennial dual.

Mullen falls 48-30 to Warriors in the Centennial League.

Mullen falls 82-60 on the road to Cherokee Trail.

Junior's 4-point game paces 5-3 victory over Palmer.

Junior scores season-high 14 and defends well in 69-50 league victory at Cherokee Trail.

Chargers tally 3 3rd-period goals to win 5-2.

Mullen is 15th at Flornece Invitational with 2 placers.

Mullen shakes off Creek loss, blows out Smoky Hill.

Mustangs rolled 94-50, suffer 6th loss in a row.

Goalie is stellar again; 'Stangs tame Rebels 3-1.

Shots from the Mustangs, No. 2 in 4A, against the Wolves.

Strong 2nd half lifts Smoky Hill to 69-57 win.

Mullen senior DT set for Saturday's Polynesian Bowl.

Mullen loses by 30, falls to 3-7 with 5th straight loss.

4A Mustangs no match for 5A Bruins, fall 58-38. 

Mullen grabs 42-33 Centennial League dual meet.

Simons, Cashman score twice in 7-0 win over CA.

Mullen gaining momentum, improvement after holiday break.

Powerful Eagles take a 4-0 decision.

Mustangs 5th at Smoky Hill Invitational, lots of SQTs.

Sumner meets Valdez-Lemos as Mullen grabs 6th at Denver South.

'19 title championship placard released; Dominguez, Perez spark 53-19 rout of Raptors.

Mustangs' effort improved in close loss to talented Eaglecrest. 

Mustangs outshot by 49-5 in 3-0 setback.

After the break, Mustangs rolled by Arapahoe in league opener. 

Pohs sidelined, but deep roster comes through in league opener.

Mullen beats Summit 5-2 and welcomes back goalie Mahon.

Linares, Sumner win weight classes as winter play resumes.