This week on The Bruin Pod, we’re thrilled to welcome junior Addy Beck, a true triple threat who excels in basketball, soccer, and as QB1 for the Varsity flag football team—but her influence stretches far beyond sports. Her work with our Unified program exemplifies the kind of leadership and heart that makes Creek so special. Unified brings together students with and without disabilities, fostering inclusion and connection through sports, activities, and productions.

Fresh off the Unified production of The Little Mermaid, Addy shares her why—why this program is so meaningful to her and what it’s been like to bring this beloved story to life on stage. From rehearsals to her favorite characters, she takes us behind the scenes of the months-long process that culminated in an unforgettable performance. We also get to know Addy’s Canadian roots, her favorite traditions, and her excitement for the upcoming basketball season, as Creek’s Varsity Girls squad looks to bring home a state championship.

We also dive into her why—what fuels her drive as both an athlete and advocate. With roots in Canada, Addy reflects on her experiences growing up and how her diverse interests make her more than an athlete. Plus, we get a sneak peek at preseason basketball, where Addy and her teammates have their sights set on a championship.

And of course, we catch up with Mr. Knoeckel, celebrating recent Creek successes, discussing the "Pod Effect" on state championships, and gearing up for Thanksgiving week with a dose of gratitude.

Join us for an inspiring episode celebrating Addy Beck and the impact she makes both on and off the court. Don’t miss it!

This week, we’re beyond excited to celebrate Austin Hall and the Creek soccer team’s incredible state championship victory on Saturday! We had the chance to sit down with Austin on Friday, before the big game, to hear all about the team’s journey, their traditions, and his belief that they had what it took to bring home the title. And wow—did they deliver! Winning in thrilling extra-time fashion, the Bruins showed the grit and determination Austin talked about in our interview.

We’re so pumped for Austin and the team—it was a blast catching up with him ahead of the game and hearing the story of a season that ended with a championship.

Plus, we check in with Mr. Knoeckel about an awesome week he had, and take a moment to remind him how proud we are of everything he’s been up to.

Creek sports are on fire right now, and we’re here to bring you all the excitement. Let’s get into it! 🐻⚽🏆

This week on the Bruin Pod, we’re thrilled to welcome Neilly Watts, a senior powerhouse and leader at Creek! Neilly joins us to talk about her journey as the captain of the field hockey team, her role as a student senator, varsity lacrosse player, and spirit club leader. As the daughter of two proud Creek alumni and the oldest sibling of three younger brothers, Neilly shares her passion for Creek pride and her drive to bring home the field hockey state championship – the first since 2007 – with a big game Thursday night against Kent Denver at All City Stadium. Of course, we kick things off with Mr. Knoeckel, who shares highlights from his flag football season wrap-up. Don’t miss this inspiring and fun-filled episode!

In this episode, we hang out with Coleman Rissmller, Creek's super-energetic drum major. Coleman brings his signature enthusiasm as he breaks down what it’s like to lead the marching band, shares some cool stories about their journey this year, and talks about the band's big goals heading into competition this weekend. We also get to hear about his side hustle with the Pancake Club, which is just as awesome as it sounds! As always, Knoeckel and I catch up and talk about our fall break highlights, and we wrap things up by asking a fun question: If you could have dinner with any musician, dead or alive, who would it be? Coleman’s answer was great, and we couldn’t resist jumping in and sharing our picks too. Don’t miss it!

For this episode of the podcast, we are thrilled to have senior golf captain Henry Starr join us. Henry was instrumental in leading the Cherry Creek golf team to their first state championship since 1981, ending a 43-year drought. We'll dive into what this historic victory means for the program and for him personally. As the fourth Starr sibling to attend Cherry Creek, it seems like they may have saved the best for last. We’ll chat about golf, his experiences at Creek, family traditions, and what everyone has planned for fall break.

Plus, we’ll test Henry’s knowledge with some fun trivia questions to wrap things up. With fall break around the corner, we want to wish everyone a great break and thank you for an amazing first quarter!

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Devitt, Creek’s energetic and passionate Activities Director, as she shares insight into her role at the school and the joy she finds in working with students. We also dive into some fun topics as Kelly gets ready for maternity leave and the arrival of her first child! She talks about her love for Creek, the excitement of organizing a successful homecoming, balancing work with her pregnancy, her cravings and our hosts, her love of "ball", and her anticipation for motherhood. This episode is full of energy, laughter, and heartfelt moments you won't want to miss!

In this week’s episode, we’re live from the Cherry Creek High School homecoming carnival! The energy is high as students visit different club tables, play games, grab some food, and check out the cool merch on sale. We’ll chat with three students about their favorite parts of the week, what they're involved in here at Creek and what homecoming means to them. You'll hear the excitement building behind us before the football game. The weather is perfect, and the school spirit is in full force. Stay tuned for some great conversations and a fun look at homecoming at Creek!

Guests Kingsley Woodruff, Ruthie Spiegel, Daniel Zhou

Get ready for the most spirited week of the year—Homecoming is right around the corner! This episode, we sit down with student senators Charlie Stern, Kate Ley, and Dax Rhody to get the inside scoop on all the planning, excitement, and behind-the-scenes magic that brings Spirit Week to life. Expect plenty of laughs, insider stories, and a whole lot of energy from these three! You won’t want to miss this episode as we gear up for a week full of school pride and unforgettable moments!