Doug Ottewill – Aside from being one of the founding members of Haas Rock Publications and an original Mile High Sports Magazine staff member, Ottewill now serves as the magazine’s editor. With a lifelong background in Colorado sports, Ottewill’s sense of history – and humor – have become MHSM trademarks.

James Merilatt – Without Merilatt, Mile High Sports Magazine would never have materialized. Merilatt, the original publisher and creator, now serves as publisher, editor and writing contributor. A native of Colorado, he’s known for his extensive knowledge of Colorado sports history, business savvy and a deep-rooted pride in the local offering.

Brian Dvorak – As senior editor, Dvorak quickly became a magazine favorite when readers began gravitating toward his “devil’s advocate” style and personality. Aside from his argumentative side, Dvorak’s noted for having his ear close to the ground, as he serves as MHSM’s guru of current hot topics.

Michael Stock – The resident funny man, Stock was also in on MHSM’s ground level. Since it’s inception in 2002, he has provided MHSM readers with the lighter side of Colorado sports. In addition to bringing a few laughs, Stock’s knowledge of the professional sports landscape brings an added element to every issue.

Clinton Doaks – During his illustrious career, Doaks traveled the globe to cover every sport imaginable. From Angola to Zaire, this swashbuckler has filed reports from six continents, 16 time zones and 39 countries. He’s covered the Iditarod, 24 Hours of Monte Carlo, the World Cup and every other major sporting event. Now semi-retired and living a life of leisure, this award winning writer pens exclusively for MHSM.


Norm LaChatlier – Proudly leading MHSM’s “The Next Alan Berg” pool is this dagger-throwing columnist. True to his mantra – “an equal opportunity offender” – LaChatlier is easily MHSM’s most loved (and hated) columnist. “Norm’s Notes,” which concludes every issue, is the publication’s holy ground for poking fun at everyone and everything.


Red Schaefley – As MHSM’s resident list man, Schaefley has ranked everything from ballplayers and great games to sports debacles and nicknames. Schaefley’s patented “Baker’s Dozen” is the hallmark of the notebook section, providing a worst-to-first look at Schaefley’s topic du jour.



Adventure Guy – AG, as he’s affectionately known, is the only MHSM staffer who reports to work every day wearing a helmet. Despite an abnormally soft head, Adventure Guy never fails to tackle new opportunities for adventure. His gonzo journalism style, paired with quick wit and sarcasm, are trademarks of MHSM’s Adventure section.


Pencils Robinson – Every rag needs a throwback, East Coast scribe and Robinson fills the void for MHSM. His nostalgic, introspective view of sports is the trademark to each and every rambling, twisting essay. His weekly column, “Just Give Me the Damn Game,” is neither syndicated nor a regular feature in any known publication.


Ken Reed – Reed, MHSM’s resident statistician and point maker, never fails to delve into the tough topics, either supporting or refuting a controversial point of view. His columns are filled with thought-provoking numbers, evidence and opinion, and never lack extensive research and preparation. As a sports industry consultant, Reed’s column is widely read and well received


Vanessa Hughes – MHSM’s “Woman on the Streets” (in a good way) always gets the story. Whether she’s hunkered down at Dove Valley trying to steal five with one of the Broncos or patiently waiting at The Can for a postgame sound bite, Vanessa “Blue Suede” Hughes is a fixture on the sidelines of every team in town. Her knack for finding unique angles, as well as her positive report with Denver’s many coaches and athletes, are important assets to every issue of MHSM.

Jimmy Cautosin – “Jimmy C’s Picks and Pans” are MHSM’s way of delivering timely, cutting-edge commentary to the MHSM faithful. Never lacking an opinion or passing up an opportunity to make a bold prediction, Cautosin calls things as he sees them. An avid tennis player, Cautosin, has been a club champion on several occasions.