Keith Richards
@5280keith.bsky.social
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A very happy Girls and Women in Sports Day to our very own @wednesdayaddamx.bsky.social !
Quite literally a creative powerhouse. Very thankful for their work on the site and their eye for the beautiful game!
Give her a follow 🙌
Quite literally a creative powerhouse. Very thankful for their work on the site and their eye for the beautiful game!
Give her a follow 🙌
February 4, 2026 at 11:00 PM
A very happy Girls and Women in Sports Day to our very own @wednesdayaddamx.bsky.social !
Quite literally a creative powerhouse. Very thankful for their work on the site and their eye for the beautiful game!
Give her a follow 🙌
Quite literally a creative powerhouse. Very thankful for their work on the site and their eye for the beautiful game!
Give her a follow 🙌
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🧵📝 Notes from HC Matt Wells Preseason Presser 3:
- Unrelenting, clear coaching identity & expectations. Sentiment lauded by Hamzat.
- Youth Excitement: Wayne(!), Jackson, Syd, KSB.
- Syd’s versatility as much a strength as need for shaping—trained all but GK so far (LB today).
1/4 #Rapids96
- Unrelenting, clear coaching identity & expectations. Sentiment lauded by Hamzat.
- Youth Excitement: Wayne(!), Jackson, Syd, KSB.
- Syd’s versatility as much a strength as need for shaping—trained all but GK so far (LB today).
1/4 #Rapids96
February 4, 2026 at 8:43 PM
🧵📝 Notes from HC Matt Wells Preseason Presser 3:
- Unrelenting, clear coaching identity & expectations. Sentiment lauded by Hamzat.
- Youth Excitement: Wayne(!), Jackson, Syd, KSB.
- Syd’s versatility as much a strength as need for shaping—trained all but GK so far (LB today).
1/4 #Rapids96
- Unrelenting, clear coaching identity & expectations. Sentiment lauded by Hamzat.
- Youth Excitement: Wayne(!), Jackson, Syd, KSB.
- Syd’s versatility as much a strength as need for shaping—trained all but GK so far (LB today).
1/4 #Rapids96
Back with thoughts on the latest media availability with Rapids Head Coach Matt Wells and defensive midfielder Hamzat Ojediran.
Coach Wells:
-Hamzat Ojediran has trained this week, and he's been impressive and lived up to expectations
Coach Wells:
-Hamzat Ojediran has trained this week, and he's been impressive and lived up to expectations
February 4, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Back with thoughts on the latest media availability with Rapids Head Coach Matt Wells and defensive midfielder Hamzat Ojediran.
Coach Wells:
-Hamzat Ojediran has trained this week, and he's been impressive and lived up to expectations
Coach Wells:
-Hamzat Ojediran has trained this week, and he's been impressive and lived up to expectations
We’ve just about covered all the position groups of the inaugural roster. Yet, we’ve come to arguably the deepest, most talented group on the team: The defenders. Let’s checkout this loaded, championship quality group
#NWSL
#ColoradoSoccer
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#NWSL
#ColoradoSoccer
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The Inaugural Roster for Denver Summit FC – The Defenders
By Keith Richards As we continue to draw closer to the inaugural season for Denver Summit FC, we continue to
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February 4, 2026 at 4:13 PM
We’ve just about covered all the position groups of the inaugural roster. Yet, we’ve come to arguably the deepest, most talented group on the team: The defenders. Let’s checkout this loaded, championship quality group
#NWSL
#ColoradoSoccer
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#NWSL
#ColoradoSoccer
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📦BSF Scoop!
Sources report that Adam Beaudry will be going on loan to Loudoun United for the 2026 season.
Beaudry had spent the 2025 season with Rapids 2 (11 apps), Colorado Springs Switchbacks (6 apps) and the Rapids first team (1 app).
Beaudry will continue his development in USL-C
#Rapids96
Sources report that Adam Beaudry will be going on loan to Loudoun United for the 2026 season.
Beaudry had spent the 2025 season with Rapids 2 (11 apps), Colorado Springs Switchbacks (6 apps) and the Rapids first team (1 app).
Beaudry will continue his development in USL-C
#Rapids96
February 3, 2026 at 3:19 PM
📦BSF Scoop!
Sources report that Adam Beaudry will be going on loan to Loudoun United for the 2026 season.
Beaudry had spent the 2025 season with Rapids 2 (11 apps), Colorado Springs Switchbacks (6 apps) and the Rapids first team (1 app).
Beaudry will continue his development in USL-C
#Rapids96
Sources report that Adam Beaudry will be going on loan to Loudoun United for the 2026 season.
Beaudry had spent the 2025 season with Rapids 2 (11 apps), Colorado Springs Switchbacks (6 apps) and the Rapids first team (1 app).
Beaudry will continue his development in USL-C
#Rapids96
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have acquired $850,000 in GAM from Chicago Fire FC.
Colorado will send Chicago two 2026 international roster slots. In exchange, Chicago send Colorado $600,000 GAM in 2026 and $200,000 in 2027.
Colorado will send Chicago two 2026 international roster slots. In exchange, Chicago send Colorado $600,000 GAM in 2026 and $200,000 in 2027.
February 3, 2026 at 8:04 PM
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have acquired $850,000 in GAM from Chicago Fire FC.
Colorado will send Chicago two 2026 international roster slots. In exchange, Chicago send Colorado $600,000 GAM in 2026 and $200,000 in 2027.
Colorado will send Chicago two 2026 international roster slots. In exchange, Chicago send Colorado $600,000 GAM in 2026 and $200,000 in 2027.
INBOX: Rapids 2 are on the road! The team announced they’re moving on to the next phase of their preseason. They will continue training and participate in four preseason matches. Those matches are below:
Feb. 6 Palm Beach Flames
Feb. 11 Huntsville City FC
Feb. 14 – Orlando City B
Feb. 21 – TBD
Feb. 6 Palm Beach Flames
Feb. 11 Huntsville City FC
Feb. 14 – Orlando City B
Feb. 21 – TBD
February 3, 2026 at 5:13 PM
INBOX: Rapids 2 are on the road! The team announced they’re moving on to the next phase of their preseason. They will continue training and participate in four preseason matches. Those matches are below:
Feb. 6 Palm Beach Flames
Feb. 11 Huntsville City FC
Feb. 14 – Orlando City B
Feb. 21 – TBD
Feb. 6 Palm Beach Flames
Feb. 11 Huntsville City FC
Feb. 14 – Orlando City B
Feb. 21 – TBD
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Colorado Rapids sign 2025 SuperDrat pick and Rapids 2 live wire Sydney Wathuta to an MLS contract. Two seasons plus options for 2027-28 and 28-29. BW breaks down his career so far and what this means for the Rapids winger depth chart:
burgundywave.com/2026/02/02/c...
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February 2, 2026 at 7:21 PM
Colorado Rapids sign 2025 SuperDrat pick and Rapids 2 live wire Sydney Wathuta to an MLS contract. Two seasons plus options for 2027-28 and 28-29. BW breaks down his career so far and what this means for the Rapids winger depth chart:
burgundywave.com/2026/02/02/c...
burgundywave.com/2026/02/02/c...
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have announced that they have signed forward Sydney Wathuta to a first team contract.
The contract is through June 2027 with two additional option years. Wathuta was the Rapids 16th pick in the 2025 SuperDraft.
The contract is through June 2027 with two additional option years. Wathuta was the Rapids 16th pick in the 2025 SuperDraft.
February 2, 2026 at 7:08 PM
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have announced that they have signed forward Sydney Wathuta to a first team contract.
The contract is through June 2027 with two additional option years. Wathuta was the Rapids 16th pick in the 2025 SuperDraft.
The contract is through June 2027 with two additional option years. Wathuta was the Rapids 16th pick in the 2025 SuperDraft.
I’m sure Don Lemon and Georgia Fort being arrested has absolutely nothing to do with Trump going after targets that are easy. Whether you use the FACE Act or the KKK Act, there was no attack on a church or Christianity.
January 30, 2026 at 3:15 PM
I’m sure Don Lemon and Georgia Fort being arrested has absolutely nothing to do with Trump going after targets that are easy. Whether you use the FACE Act or the KKK Act, there was no attack on a church or Christianity.
Some highlights from @5280Keith from today's media availability with Colorado Rapids head coach Matt Wells:
-The Bassett deal moved quickly over the past 24 hours. There will be a period of change. Change is always uncomfortable. Will be a good opportunity for the team
-The Bassett deal moved quickly over the past 24 hours. There will be a period of change. Change is always uncomfortable. Will be a good opportunity for the team
January 28, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Some highlights from @5280Keith from today's media availability with Colorado Rapids head coach Matt Wells:
-The Bassett deal moved quickly over the past 24 hours. There will be a period of change. Change is always uncomfortable. Will be a good opportunity for the team
-The Bassett deal moved quickly over the past 24 hours. There will be a period of change. Change is always uncomfortable. Will be a good opportunity for the team
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Keith’s on it—we talked last season about the “moving back home after college” of returning to Colorado from Europe.
Glad Cole got to be a big bro for Sam’s last DU years & fulfill their dream of playing together.
Perfect time to spread his wings again personally & professionally. #Rapids96
Glad Cole got to be a big bro for Sam’s last DU years & fulfill their dream of playing together.
Perfect time to spread his wings again personally & professionally. #Rapids96
In some unexpected news, it looks like Cole Bassett will be leaving the Colorado Rapids. He's the best homegrown in club history. I discuss whether it's the right time for him and the Rapids to move on.
#Rapids96
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#Rapids96
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The Legend of Cole Bassett – Is the Time Right to Let Him Go?
By Keith Richards Last night, Tom Bogert reported, and Matt Pollard and Braidon Nourse confirmed, that Colorado Rapids homegrown midfielder
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January 28, 2026 at 7:14 AM
Keith’s on it—we talked last season about the “moving back home after college” of returning to Colorado from Europe.
Glad Cole got to be a big bro for Sam’s last DU years & fulfill their dream of playing together.
Perfect time to spread his wings again personally & professionally. #Rapids96
Glad Cole got to be a big bro for Sam’s last DU years & fulfill their dream of playing together.
Perfect time to spread his wings again personally & professionally. #Rapids96
This is officially an Ayo Oke Stan account. Before the end of the season, I will all of Denver at @denversummitfc.bsky.social matches screaming:
AAAAYYYYOOOO
AAAAYYYYOOOO
January 28, 2026 at 5:05 AM
This is officially an Ayo Oke Stan account. Before the end of the season, I will all of Denver at @denversummitfc.bsky.social matches screaming:
AAAAYYYYOOOO
AAAAYYYYOOOO
In some unexpected news, it looks like Cole Bassett will be leaving the Colorado Rapids. He's the best homegrown in club history. I discuss whether it's the right time for him and the Rapids to move on.
#Rapids96
teamnbsmedia.com/the-legend-o...
#Rapids96
teamnbsmedia.com/the-legend-o...
The Legend of Cole Bassett – Is the Time Right to Let Him Go?
By Keith Richards Last night, Tom Bogert reported, and Matt Pollard and Braidon Nourse confirmed, that Colorado Rapids homegrown midfielder
teamnbsmedia.com
January 28, 2026 at 3:56 AM
In some unexpected news, it looks like Cole Bassett will be leaving the Colorado Rapids. He's the best homegrown in club history. I discuss whether it's the right time for him and the Rapids to move on.
#Rapids96
teamnbsmedia.com/the-legend-o...
#Rapids96
teamnbsmedia.com/the-legend-o...
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Josh Atencio is starting at first base.
January 28, 2026 at 3:39 AM
Josh Atencio is starting at first base.
CORRECTION: Phillip recently joined the team in camp but has been there less than a week. So, must be a strong impression
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have signed 2025 SuperDraft pick Donavan Phillip to a two-year contract through the 2027 season. There will be three additional club option years.
Phillip is the most recent MAC Hermann Trophy Winner.
Phillip is the most recent MAC Hermann Trophy Winner.
January 23, 2026 at 8:27 PM
CORRECTION: Phillip recently joined the team in camp but has been there less than a week. So, must be a strong impression
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have signed 2025 SuperDraft pick Donavan Phillip to a two-year contract through the 2027 season. There will be three additional club option years.
Phillip is the most recent MAC Hermann Trophy Winner.
Phillip is the most recent MAC Hermann Trophy Winner.
January 23, 2026 at 8:03 PM
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have signed 2025 SuperDraft pick Donavan Phillip to a two-year contract through the 2027 season. There will be three additional club option years.
Phillip is the most recent MAC Hermann Trophy Winner.
Phillip is the most recent MAC Hermann Trophy Winner.
Not to be forgotten, the Colorado Rapids 2 season starts soon! They will be looking to defense their MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Championship. I take a look at the five matches that could make or break their season.
#Rapids96
#Rapidos
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#Rapids96
#Rapidos
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2026 Colorado Rapids 2 Schedule – What Matches to Watch For
With all the other news this offseason in Colorado soccer, there is one team that should not be forgotten: Colorado
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January 22, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Not to be forgotten, the Colorado Rapids 2 season starts soon! They will be looking to defense their MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Championship. I take a look at the five matches that could make or break their season.
#Rapids96
#Rapidos
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#Rapids96
#Rapidos
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Correction:
It’s June, not December, on the month
It’s June, not December, on the month
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have signed goalkeeper Nico Hansen to a contract extension. The new contract runs through December 2028, with club options for December 2029 and December 2030. Hansen proved himself more than capable while filling in for Zack Steffen last season
#Rapids96
#Rapids96
January 22, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Correction:
It’s June, not December, on the month
It’s June, not December, on the month
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Hot Stove Season 2026 for the Colorado Rapids, Reviewed
Who's in? Who's out? Will there be more moves?
#Rapids96
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Who's in? Who's out? Will there be more moves?
#Rapids96
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January 22, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Hot Stove Season 2026 for the Colorado Rapids, Reviewed
Who's in? Who's out? Will there be more moves?
#Rapids96
open.substack.com/pub/holdingt...
Who's in? Who's out? Will there be more moves?
#Rapids96
open.substack.com/pub/holdingt...
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have signed goalkeeper Nico Hansen to a contract extension. The new contract runs through December 2028, with club options for December 2029 and December 2030. Hansen proved himself more than capable while filling in for Zack Steffen last season
#Rapids96
#Rapids96
January 22, 2026 at 5:05 PM
INBOX: The Colorado Rapids have signed goalkeeper Nico Hansen to a contract extension. The new contract runs through December 2028, with club options for December 2029 and December 2030. Hansen proved himself more than capable while filling in for Zack Steffen last season
#Rapids96
#Rapids96
🧵 Some highlights from the availability with Coach Wells:
-The team will be a work in progress for a while. They're in a good place, and the players have been receptive
-Impossible to identify any individual that sticks out the most right now, early signs are positive
-The team will be a work in progress for a while. They're in a good place, and the players have been receptive
-Impossible to identify any individual that sticks out the most right now, early signs are positive
January 22, 2026 at 1:03 AM
🧵 Some highlights from the availability with Coach Wells:
-The team will be a work in progress for a while. They're in a good place, and the players have been receptive
-Impossible to identify any individual that sticks out the most right now, early signs are positive
-The team will be a work in progress for a while. They're in a good place, and the players have been receptive
-Impossible to identify any individual that sticks out the most right now, early signs are positive
After looking at the forwards, let’s move on to the midfielders. More intriguing, up and coming talent with a USWNT GOAT at the center of it all!
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The Inaugural Roster for Denver Summit FC – The Midfielders
By Keith Richards When we last met, we analyzed the forwards on Denver Summit FC's inaugural roster. Today, we move
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January 22, 2026 at 12:04 AM
After looking at the forwards, let’s move on to the midfielders. More intriguing, up and coming talent with a USWNT GOAT at the center of it all!
teamnbsmedia.com/the-inaugura...
teamnbsmedia.com/the-inaugura...