Outstanding Alumni 2026

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Congratulations to our winner ​​

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Robin F. Lopez — Outstanding Cowboy 

 

Robin F. Lopez, a proud 1977 graduate of West High School, has dedicated nearly five decades to uplifting the West Denver community through service, leadership, and unwavering Cowboy pride. A former student‑athlete in football and wrestling, Robin’s early commitment to teamwork and discipline shaped a lifetime of mentorship and community impact. From 2010 to 2016, he returned to West to coach Girls’ Summer and Fall Softball, investing in young athletes and strengthening the legacy of Cowboy Athletics.
 

Robin served more than ten years on the West High School Alumni Association Board of Directors, contributing to governance, recruitment, fundraising, and the execution of major alumni events. Together with his wife, Barb, he made the WHSAA Scholarship Committee a personal mission—reviewing essays, interviewing students, and ensuring that deserving graduates received opportunities to pursue higher education. His dedication to education is reflected in his own family, with all three of his children graduating high school and two earning multiple college degrees.
 

During the COVID‑19 pandemic, Robin played a critical role in keeping the West High Food Bank operational at a time of unprecedented need. Volunteering weekly with his truck and his time, he ensured that students and families facing hardship continued to receive essential support. His ongoing work in food distribution remains a vital lifeline for the community.

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Robin’s service extends to veterans across Colorado. Through the Colorado Knock Knock Angels, he helps furnish homes for unhoused veterans, restoring dignity and stability to those who served. Each year, he also participates in Wreaths Across America at Ft. Logan National Cemetery, honoring fallen soldiers and preserving their memory.
 

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Robin Lopez exemplifies the values of integrity, service, and community that define the West High spirit. His lifelong commitment to giving back makes him a distinguished and deserving recipient of the Outstanding Cowboy Alumni Award.