Jackson Dale named top men's college athlete from Fort Collins area

Jackson Dale, a former standout at Poudre School District, has been recognized as the top men's college athlete from Fort Collins for the 2025-26 school year. Voted by local fans, the junior lacrosse player achieved third-team NAIA All-American status while playing for Taylor University. During the spring campaign, Dale set a school record with 111 points, comprising 45 goals and 66 assists. He led all of NAIA in assists, contributing significantly to the team’s performance. The voting results revealed strong support as Dale received 45.3% over nine competitors, including notable athletes from Northern Colorado and Colorado School of Mines.

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