Burgundy Wave
@burgundywave.bsky.social
Independent multimedia outlet dedicated to covering Colorado Rapids and Colorado Soccer. Founded July 2010. Independent April 2023. Formerly SB Nation. Led by @bymattpollard.bsky.social.
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Denver Summit News Roundtable: "The Kickoff" at Mile High, uncertainty about the Santa Fe Yards stadium site, and signing some defenders
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November 20, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Denver Summit News Roundtable: "The Kickoff" at Mile High, uncertainty about the Santa Fe Yards stadium site, and signing some defenders
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MLS we'll be making some changes to MLS Season Pass on Apple TV in 2026. The Board of Governors finally voted to move to a European season calendar. We take a look on what this means from a Colorado Rapids perspective. Bundle up.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:19 AM
MLS we'll be making some changes to MLS Season Pass on Apple TV in 2026. The Board of Governors finally voted to move to a European season calendar. We take a look on what this means from a Colorado Rapids perspective. Bundle up.
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What can Colorado Rapids fans expect from this offseason? Friend of BW Eric Stinson shares his thoughts:
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November 14, 2025 at 2:31 AM
What can Colorado Rapids fans expect from this offseason? Friend of BW Eric Stinson shares his thoughts:
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November 14, 2025 at 2:26 AM
1' MLS Next Pro Cup 2025 is officially underway from Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ, between Colorado Rapids 2 and New York Red Bulls II! #Rapids96
November 9, 2025 at 12:10 AM
1' MLS Next Pro Cup 2025 is officially underway from Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ, between Colorado Rapids 2 and New York Red Bulls II! #Rapids96
Starters and subs have been named for both sides: R2 is starting the same 11 as the Western Conference Final. Here's a look at New York Red Bulls II's starters. #Rapids96
November 8, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Starters and subs have been named for both sides: R2 is starting the same 11 as the Western Conference Final. Here's a look at New York Red Bulls II's starters. #Rapids96
BREAKING: Can confirm that Denver Summit will play their first home game Saturday March 28 at noon MT at Mile High, live on CBS!
November 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
BREAKING: Can confirm that Denver Summit will play their first home game Saturday March 28 at noon MT at Mile High, live on CBS!
How Colorado Rapids 2 flipped the script against Minnesota to make the MLS NEXT Pro Cup Final in the most cathartic way possible:
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November 3, 2025 at 6:32 AM
How Colorado Rapids 2 flipped the script against Minnesota to make the MLS NEXT Pro Cup Final in the most cathartic way possible:
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Rapids 2 coaching staff interrupted head coach Erik Bushey's press conference to deliver him the trophy. Photo credit: @5280keith.bsky.social
November 3, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Rapids 2 coaching staff interrupted head coach Erik Bushey's press conference to deliver him the trophy. Photo credit: @5280keith.bsky.social
1' Kickoff! Colorado Rapids 2 hosting MNUFC2 in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. R2 lineup is chalk, great to see Sydney Wathuta starting! Come on Rapidos!
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November 3, 2025 at 1:35 AM
1' Kickoff! Colorado Rapids 2 hosting MNUFC2 in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. R2 lineup is chalk, great to see Sydney Wathuta starting! Come on Rapidos!
0-0 | #Rapids96
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Rapids flipped the pregame stuff around for Rapids 2 with GA fans on the east side
November 3, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Rapids flipped the pregame stuff around for Rapids 2 with GA fans on the east side
"He's a beautiful footballer." Sydney Wathuta is cooking for Colorado Rapids 2 and could break into MLS in 2026:
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November 2, 2025 at 8:45 PM
"He's a beautiful footballer." Sydney Wathuta is cooking for Colorado Rapids 2 and could break into MLS in 2026:
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Colorado Rapids 2 Matchday
R2 vs MNUFC2
6:30 pm MT
DSGP
Rapidos host the fighting Logan Dorseys in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. We'll be in attendance. Tickets are $5. Come support R2. This will be the last home game of the year no matter what.
R2 vs MNUFC2
6:30 pm MT
DSGP
Rapidos host the fighting Logan Dorseys in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. We'll be in attendance. Tickets are $5. Come support R2. This will be the last home game of the year no matter what.
November 2, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Colorado Rapids 2 Matchday
R2 vs MNUFC2
6:30 pm MT
DSGP
Rapidos host the fighting Logan Dorseys in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. We'll be in attendance. Tickets are $5. Come support R2. This will be the last home game of the year no matter what.
R2 vs MNUFC2
6:30 pm MT
DSGP
Rapidos host the fighting Logan Dorseys in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. We'll be in attendance. Tickets are $5. Come support R2. This will be the last home game of the year no matter what.
Switchbacks put up a good effort but are one-and-done in the playoffs, losing to Tulsa in extra time.
November 2, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Switchbacks put up a good effort but are one-and-done in the playoffs, losing to Tulsa in extra time.
How Bello Diop went from an 18-year-old unknown to a well-rounded striker with 14 goals on the brink of a trophy with Colorado Rapids 2:
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November 2, 2025 at 5:40 PM
How Bello Diop went from an 18-year-old unknown to a well-rounded striker with 14 goals on the brink of a trophy with Colorado Rapids 2:
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Guess who’s playing right now in the FA Cup and it’s on ESPN+
November 1, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Guess who’s playing right now in the FA Cup and it’s on ESPN+
Happy Halloweekend Rapids Community. Guess who this is from Halloween past:
October 31, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Happy Halloweekend Rapids Community. Guess who this is from Halloween past:
Podcast: Chris Armas leaves Colorado Rapids. Pádraig Smith and Kevin Demoff press conference. Possible coaching candidates.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Podcast: Chris Armas leaves Colorado Rapids. Pádraig Smith and Kevin Demoff press conference. Possible coaching candidates.
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Colorado Rapids President Pádraig Smith and KSE higher up Kevin Demoff had a press conference yesterday. Let's talk about it:
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October 31, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Colorado Rapids President Pádraig Smith and KSE higher up Kevin Demoff had a press conference yesterday. Let's talk about it:
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Sunday will be the final Rapids 2 home game of the year. They host MNUFC2 in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. The winner will be on the road against one of Philly or RBNY.
Kickoff is 6:30 pm MT at DSGP. R2 is fun. Come show your support, Rapids Community.
Kickoff is 6:30 pm MT at DSGP. R2 is fun. Come show your support, Rapids Community.
October 29, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Sunday will be the final Rapids 2 home game of the year. They host MNUFC2 in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final. The winner will be on the road against one of Philly or RBNY.
Kickoff is 6:30 pm MT at DSGP. R2 is fun. Come show your support, Rapids Community.
Kickoff is 6:30 pm MT at DSGP. R2 is fun. Come show your support, Rapids Community.
Inbox: In the biggest soccer news of the day, Colorado Rapids 2 are officially hosting MNUFC2 on Sunday at 6:30 pm MT in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final.
October 27, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Inbox: In the biggest soccer news of the day, Colorado Rapids 2 are officially hosting MNUFC2 on Sunday at 6:30 pm MT in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Final.
Chris Armas posted a longer statement to the fans and about the club on the other site:
October 27, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Chris Armas posted a longer statement to the fans and about the club on the other site:
BREAKING: Colorado Rapids have parted ways with head coach Chris Armas. Sources tell BW the decision was mutual, with a difference in contract length. The club is formally undergoing a search for a new head coach.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
BREAKING: Colorado Rapids have parted ways with head coach Chris Armas. Sources tell BW the decision was mutual, with a difference in contract length. The club is formally undergoing a search for a new head coach.
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Inbox: The MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Semifinals matchups go chalk. #2 The Town FC will host #3 Colorado Rapids 2. Sunday, 7 pm MT at PayPal Park. It's #1 St. Louis vs #5 Minnesota in the other semi.
October 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Inbox: The MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Semifinals matchups go chalk. #2 The Town FC will host #3 Colorado Rapids 2. Sunday, 7 pm MT at PayPal Park. It's #1 St. Louis vs #5 Minnesota in the other semi.