As the official education partner of the Colorado Rapids, the UCCS Soccer Management Program gives students the opportunity to go behind-the-scenes with the Rapids organization. Connor Pabich and Sam Statton sat down with Rapids Senior Director of Broadcasting and Play-by-Play Announcer Richard Fleming in the midst of his fifth season with the club to discuss how he brings fans closer to the game.
Q: How has your experience covering sports events across the world factored into your ability to engage with Rapids fans?
First and foremost, I’m a sports fan like everybody else.