Mr. Barrios Message
STEM SPOTLIGHT MESSAGE 9/20/26
Dear STEM Families,
STEM Athletics are going strong! Another week of sports activities. The games good and so are the crowds!! It has been great to see parent support for the kids. Be sure to check out the recaps. The games have been good and exciting. This week we have our Spartan Helmet rivalry games with Soccer & Volleyball. The games will be on Wednesday!
Let’s cheer our kids on and get those helmets!!
Check out last week's highlights and this week’s schedules below and come cheer on our Spartans!
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
This week is the Battle of the Spartans Helmet!! This fun tradition with Aurora West College Prep started 4 years ago. Currently the boy’s soccer team is looking to defend the right to the helmet. The girl’s volleyball team is looking to reclaim the helmet! Come out and share in this fun tradition of the Battle of Spartan Helmet. Varsity Sports start having games next week! World domination has begun!!
FALL SPORTS REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON
High School Registration
Registration remains open for:
Cheer - Open
Speech & Debate - Open
Middle School Registration
Registration remains open for:
Girls Basketball
Cheer
Speech & Debate
Registration will close soon. Students who are interested in participating should register as soon as possible.
THIS WEEK'S BOY'S SOCCER RECAP
The STEM Spartans are putting in the work this week as they prepare for their Friday matchup against Denver Academy!After a tough battle last Friday, the Spartans are hungry to get back on the field and compete.
The Spartans battled hard against KIPP Denver, ultimately falling 3–1 in a game that came down to the wire. Lucas Colclasure found the back of the net for the Spartans’ lone goal, giving the team something to celebrate in a hard-fought match. Camren Irish led the Spartans’ defense as they battled to contain KIPP Denver’s quick and aggressive attack. The defense never backed down and continued to fight until the final whistle. The Spartans are back on the practice field, putting in the work, building together, and getting ready to battle.
The STEM Spartan boys were back at it Thursday, and they came ready to make a statement! Taking on Denver Academy, the Spartans put together an incredible team performance and cruised to a COMMANDING 9–0 VICTORY!
Lucas Colclasure was on fire, finding the back of the net four times and continues to rack up the goals. Lucian Rohrbach added Three goals of his own, keeping the Spartan attack rolling all game long!
Camren Irish stepped into a new role on the wing after starting the season at center back—and made an immediate impact by adding a goal! His versatility, energy, and willingness to step into a new position helped spark the Spartan attack. Maddox Mathew made his debut in goal in the second half and came up HUGE, stopping a penalty kick to help preserve the shutout! Logan Sandhoff got the start in goal during the first half and came up with several key saves to keep Denver Academy off the scoreboard.
From the first whistle to the final one, this was a TOTAL TEAM EFFORT! The Spartans played with energy, teamwork, and determination—and it showed on the scoreboard!
Game 7’s player of the match was Camren Irish! Camren's ability to make the transition from center back to wing and immediately contribute offensively. A fantastic performance and a great example of stepping up for the team!
Game 6’s player of the match was Philip Colclasure! Philip had an outstanding performance between the posts, racking up an impressive 20 saves and keeping the Spartans within striking distance all game long!
Game 5’s player of the match was Camden Mauger! Played a tough game and never gave up!
"No one out-mogs the Mauger"
Game 4’s player of the match was Lucas Colclasure. Lucas scored an incredible SEVEN goals!! He played with intensity, confidence and determination every time he stepped on the field.
Game 3’s player of the match was Philip Colclasure. Shot after shot, Philip, says not today.
Game 2’s player of the match was Alex Stone. He is a beast on the defense, He never gives up!!
Game 1’s player of the match was Kellan Madden. “Mad Dog” Madden played his heart out on the wing! This kid has more energy than the Energizer Bunny. What a motor!
Upcoming soccer match
Wednesday Sept 23rd Vs Aurora West College Preparatory Academy
Varsity match @ 3:30pm
Marcy Park Soccer Field
Remember - Wednesday is the Battle for the Spartan Helmet!!!!
One team. One goal. One Spartan family.
LET’S GO SPARTANS!
TEAM HIGHLIGHT: BOYS GOLF
Singh earns 1st Place finish in Skyview Invite at Lone Tree
It was a day of season-best performances at the Skyview Invitational at Lone Tree Golf Course, highlighted by Aarav Singh finishing in a tie for 1st Place with a round of 78.
Singh's score combined with scores from Jaxson Martin (86) and Miles Steiner (93) resulted in STEM placing fourth in the team competition at the tournament -- a mere one shot behind third-place Denver Academy and two shots behind second-place Dawson.
Jacob Penley (100), Kyle Shoemaker (102) and Emmett Cumbler (108) rounded out STEM's performance on the day.
Asberry's varsity debut, Singh's 3rd Place finish highlight Golden View Invite
Markis Asberry became STEM's first freshman this season to appear in a varsity boys' golf tournament in Mile High League competition at the Golden View Classical Invitational at Willis Case Golf Course.
Aarav Singh finished in a tie for third with an 81, with Jaxson Martin (93) and Jamey Espinosa (112) rounding out the scoring three for the Spartans.
Senior Joey Arnold carded a season-best 113, with Asberry (127) and Andrew Brennan (132) rounding out the scoring for STEM.
Way to go Spartans!
Upcoming Tournaments
Tuesday 22nd JV Tournament
Broken Tee
Thursday 24th Varsity Boys Golf MHL tournament #8
Hosted by Dawson
Flatirons Golf course
HIGH SCHOOL GIRL'S VOLLEYBALL RECAP
JV girls volleyball hung tough to beat the Mile High Academy Mustangs! A strong team effort helped them rally for a 28–26 win after trailing throughout the first set. Staying in the roles they’ve been rehearsing for six weeks, the team carried that momentum into the second set and finished with a 25–20 victory. Every player contributed to this fantastic win, from serving to defense.
The STEM Spartans varsity girls volleyball put forth a valiant effort on the court but ultimately came up short against the Mile High Academy Mustangs in a hard-fought matchup: 21/25, 23/25, 5/25. Backed by a boisterous and energetic crowd, the Spartans battled from start to finish, showcasing determination, teamwork, and resilience throughout the contest. Despite the result, STEM never stopped competing, showing grit and determination throughout, and gave fans plenty to cheer about in an exciting evening of volleyball.
Let’s get that Spartan Helmet!!
Upcoming Volleyball games
Monday Sept 21st Vs Ascent Classical Academy
JV starts @ 4:30 pm
Varsity starts @ 5:30 pm
Ascent Classical Academy Main Gym
Wednesday 23rd Vs Aurora West College Preparatory Academy
JV starts @ 4:30 pm
Varsity starts @ 5:30 pm
STEM Athletic Entrance
Remember - Wednesday is the Battle for the Spartan Helmet!!!!
CROSS COUNTRY
Friday Sept 18th @ Hawk MS XC Invite - Race details to come…
Upcoming Cross Country Races
Middle School
Thursday Sept 24th @ Viking Challenge MS XC Invite - Hosted by Goddard MS
Race starts @ 4:00 pm
Goddard Middle School
High School
Friday Sept 25th @ Dave Sanders Invite - Boys & Girls Invite
Race Starts @ 2:30 pm
Race Starts @ 4:45 pm
Clement Park
Keep on Keeping on!!!
THANK YOU, STEM FAMILIES
Thank you for your continued support of STEM athletics. Family involvement plays an important role in creating a positive and memorable experience for every student-athlete.
I look forward to connecting with our families and partnering with you throughout the 2026–27 season. Together, we can build an athletic program centered on growth, character, teamwork, achievement, and STEM pride.
Go STEM!
Samson Barrios
Athletic Director
STEM School Highlands Ranch