By Jayce Treat – Loveland, Colorado …While varsity sports have been suspended throughout Colorado due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Campion Academy got creative to find a way for students to enjoy sports.
Students formed several intramural teams to allow for friendly competition.
Individuals have a chance to choose from different sports including flag football, volleyball, and disc golf.
“It’s more accessible than regular sports, so everyone has an opportunity to have fun,” explained Randolph Ottschofski, Campion athletic director. “We also get to play some cool sports that we don’t normally get to.”
COVID-19 has caused several events to be cancelled, so intramural sports are a welcome addition.
“I think it’s a great way to replace what would’ve been our soccer season,” explained Andy Obregon, Campion, senior. “Although some of us don’t usually play the sports that the intramurals offer, it’s still a great way to keep ourselves busy.”
With the new social distancing regulations, it has been harder for students to spend time together.
“Probably the thing that has stuck out to me the most about intramurals so far is how it’s bringing people together and creating stronger bonds, especially with the newer students this year.” said Collin Velbis, Campion, junior. “The intramurals give students more opportunities to socialize and bond with one another.”
A lot of students don’t have much free time, but they enjoy playing sports to relax.
“It’s a nice breather to distract from all of our hard classes,” Isaac Avila, Campion, junior said.
Groups may form their own teams that will compete against each other for a championship.
Ottschofski plans to add more intramural sports later on.
—Jayce Treat is a senior at Campion; photos by Jill Harlow
