Sports

If you thought rugby was messy, try Tejo. Colombia’s national sport involves heavy metal discs and lots of team spirit.

With golds for Pajón, Ibargüen, and Figeroa, Rio was the best Olympics in Colombia's history.

Considered the "most successful football coach in Colombian history, Argentina's José Pékerman's days with La Selección are numbered.

Relatively new to Colombia, ultimate frisbee is taking the nation by storm, with more than 175 teams registered.

Uniting Bogotanos for decades, the city's old billiards halls are iconic and a key meeting space for residents.

As Colombia's cyclists endure the alpine stage of the Tour de France, the nation's flag will be raised in honor of the country's 207th Independence Day.

For youth in the Colombian Pacific region, soccer teaches skills like teamwork and cooperation — and helps keep kids out of conflict.

Colombia has qualified directly for Russia 2018 World Cup after a tie against Peru in Lima. Colombia is ranked fourth among the South American nations.

Across South America, the barras bravas command power with football clubs. But how can the sport stem the violence?

All but forgotten in Bogotá, the town of his death, football coach Jack Greenwell finally got the recognition he deserves in his hometown.

A goal by defender Yerry Mina in the second half of the final match in Group H has secured Colombia's place in the knockout round of the Russia World Cup.

All but forgotten, Jack Greenwell was one of the more illustrious foreigners to lead Independiente de Santa Fe.

With the 2015 Copa America over, writer Stephen Tew reflects on the "golden age" of Colombian football.

The Colombian national football team is down to the wire to secure its place in Russia 2018. The Selección must secure a victory in Lima on Tuesday.

"Stunt," an informal sport where motorcyclists perform daring moves in city streets is gaining popularity in Colombia and around the world.

Colombia's synchronized swimmers at the UANA Pan American Championships have clinched medals. Among the champs, The City Paper's Olga Helena Fernández.