Rifle High School's Record-Breaking Pitcher Chooses Western Colorado University on National Signing Day.

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Yadier Loya achieved his goal in May 2025 after breaking a discus throw record that had stood at Rifle High School for 25 years. After surpassing the old record by more than seven feet during an event at Coal Ridge High School, Loya told the Post Independent, “I hope to continue my throwing career in college. I strive to accomplish great things in college.” The first step in that plan came Wednesday morning when Loya signed his letter of intent …