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For Colorado native Thompson, DU was a no-brainer

Denver, CO — Aidan Thompson is one of three players for the University of Denver who is a local. The Fort Collins, Colorado native grew up cheering for the Pioneers.

“So it was kind of a no-brainer when DC (David Carle) and Tavis (Tavis MacMillan) recruited me when Monty (Jim Montgomery) was coach, so it was pretty special,” Thompson said.

Aidan Thompson with the takeaway and the wrister to get the Pioneers on the board first.#GoPios pic.twitter.com/rALLOmgcLB

— Denver Hockey (@DU_Hockey) March 3, 2024

Family has always been a big factor in Thompson’s life.