COLORADO SPRINGS — The Summer Olympics in Los Angeles aren't until 2028, but generating excitement for the games has already begun.
Coaches from USA Basketball went to Fremont Elementary School in Colorado Springs Tuesday to promote the sport and teach students some skills.
Tuesday's clinic was also a chance for staff members at Team USA to get to work with kids. They say helping kids learn about the joy of the sport is a big reason why they love working for Team USA.
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Nine people shot in Denver, at least one dead
The Denver Police Department reported the shooting happened near East Hampden Avenue and South Dayton Street. The area is on the southeast side of the city. Police posted information about the incident to social media just before 1 a.m. Monday. An update was provided just after 5 a.m., adding that at least one person had died.
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