Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis is making headlines off the field this week — and for all the right reasons. The Denver Post reports that Lewis has been giving back to Denver’s youth, describing the experience as “a blessing.”

Lewis, who plays for the University of Colorado, has been connecting with local kids in the Denver community in a way that goes beyond football. According to the Denver Post, the young quarterback has embraced the opportunity to be a positive presence for Denver’s youth, reflecting the kind of community spirit that makes college athletics meaningful far beyond the scoreboard.

It’s a reminder that Denver’s sports figures can serve as powerful role models, and Lewis appears to be taking that responsibility to heart. His willingness to invest time and energy into the next generation speaks to a growing culture of community engagement among CU athletes.

Meanwhile, Denver residents looking to get out and enjoy the city had no shortage of options this past Colorado Day weekend. RTD encouraged riders to take public transit to celebrate the holiday weekend’s events across the region, making it easy for families and individuals to participate in festivities without the hassle of driving and parking. Colorado Day, which marks the anniversary of Colorado’s statehood, is a beloved annual occasion that brings communities together across the Front Range.

Whether cheering on a hometown quarterback who’s pouring back into the community or hopping an RTD train to a Colorado Day celebration, Denver continues to show why it’s a city that takes pride in both its people and its spirit of togetherness.

Sources: The Denver Post, RTD-Denver