Mustangs swim to second
Ralston Valley High School’s girls swim team had an impressive Saturday at EPIC in Fort Collins. The Mustangs racked up 214 points to finish second to Regis at the Class 4A swimming/diving state championships. It’s the best finish in the program’s history. Freshman Arianne Lujan had the most impressive individual performance, taking second in the 100-yard butterfly and fourth in the 100 breaststroke. Kylie Sellers (second, diving), Katie Johnson (sixth, 500 freestyle and seventh 200 IM), Jordan Quick (seventh, 100 freestyle) and Molly Myers (100 backstroke) all placed in the finals for Ralston Valley. The Mustangs’ 200 medley (second) and 400 freestyle (third) relay teams also advanced to the finals.
D’Evelyn’s Kim Freeman had a strong meet, taking sixth in both the 200 IM and 100 breaststroke. The Jaguars’ 200 freestyle (third) and 400 freestyle (seventh) relay teams also made the finals.
Swango, Cook impressive
Faith Christian junior Cori Swango, who dives for Pomona High School, and Bear Creek junior Kelly Cook dove their way near the top of the podium Friday at the Class 5A state girls swimming championships. Swango took second scoring 474.4 points in the 1-meter diving competition. She finished third as a sophomore and seventh as a freshman. Cook finished fourth at EPIC in Fort Collins diving to 421.55 points.
Athletes of the Month
The Arvada Press is accepting nominations for its male and female athletes for the month of February. Nominations can be e-mailed to dennisp@milehighnews.com or sportsdesk@milehighnews.com. Please include contact information for the student/athlete and his or her coach.
Flag football fun
North Jeffco Park and Recreation is taking registration for its spring men’s flag football league. There will be recreational and competitive divisions. Deadline to register is Friday, Feb. 24. For more information call 303-403-2553.
Youth sports in action
The Susan M. Duncan Family YMCA, 6350 Eldridge St., in Arvada is holding registration for its spring youth sports season. Sports include basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball and roller hockey. Registration deadline is Friday, Feb. 24. For more information, call 303-422-4977.