BuffInsider.com mourns the loss of longtime Colorado reporter Adam Munsterteiger

Surrounded by family members, longtime Colorado reporter Adam Munsterteiger handed away peacefully on Tuesday night.

Adam had lined Colorado athletics since 2003 as the writer of BuffStampede.comwhich transitioned from 247Sports to On3/Rivals in March. During his 23 years on the beat, Adam earned a loyal following by his trusted reporting. His professionalism in protecting each profitable and dropping seasons was revered by all who loved his work.

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders shared his condolences on X early Wednesday morning. “We appreciated u @adamcm777 and revered u really,” Sanders wrote. “Thank u for being u and I’m praying for entire family, friends & loved ones. Adam is 1 of 1. God bless!”

I first met Adam in 2018 as a pupil reporter with the CU Independent. He was at all times prepared and gracious to reply any questions I had about navigating the CU media setting. That identical courtesy was prolonged to each different media member, regardless of outlet.

During numerous hours earlier than and after media availabilities, I received to know Adam past his work. We usually chatted about his love for the Boston Celticsthe greatest barbecue spots in the Front Range and residing in the Loveland/Johnston space. In a occupation that is usually tough to discover a work/life steadiness, Adam provided a lot past sports activities.

What I’ll keep in mind most about Adam is his willingness to assist and supply alternatives to pupil journalists. Chase Howell, Jake Shapiro, Jimmie Searfoss, Leo Rivera IV and Oliver Hayes are just some who benefited from Adam’s dedication to working with younger reporters.

Adam is survived by his spouse, Liz Munsterteiger, and three kids.

“Adam passed at 11:11 pm. Asleep, peaceful, and surrounded by love and family,” Liz shared on social media. “As he always used to say to me: ‘I love you! You’re my favorite noun.'”