Colorado Snowplow Crash Kills Van Driver, Injures 8 with California Girls Hockey Team

The collision occurred on Interstate 70 near Georgetown, Colorado, leaving one dead and several hospitalized.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 2:15pm

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A Colorado Department of Transportation snowplow collided with a van carrying members of a California girls hockey team on Interstate 70 near Georgetown, Colorado, killing the van driver and injuring eight of the van's nine passengers, one of them critically. The crash happened when the plow driver lost control in snowy weather and crossed the median, hitting the van and a pickup truck.

Why it matters

This tragic accident highlights the dangers of winter driving conditions and the risks faced by youth sports teams traveling long distances for competitions. It also raises questions about snowplow safety protocols and the need for increased precautions on highways during severe weather.

The details

The van was carrying members of the Santa Clarita Lady Flyers 12AA girls hockey team, who were in Colorado for a tournament. The van driver was killed at the scene, while four juveniles were taken to a local hospital and later released. Three adults remained hospitalized, two in fair condition and one in serious condition. A fifth juvenile was flown to a trauma center in critical condition. No one else involved in the wrecks was hurt.

  • The crash happened on Thursday morning.
  • As of Friday, a donation page had raised over $35,000 for the players and their families.

The players

Santa Clarita Lady Flyers 12AA

A girls hockey team from California that was involved in the accident while traveling to a tournament in Colorado.

Prescott Littlefield

The president of the Santa Clarita Lady Flyers 12AA girls hockey team, who posted about the 'terrible traffic accident' on Instagram.

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What they’re saying

“Words cannot express the heartbreak we are experiencing. Please hold these families in your prayers.”

— Prescott Littlefield, President, Santa Clarita Lady Flyers 12AA (Instagram)

What’s next

Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash and the condition of the injured players.

The takeaway

This tragic accident serves as a somber reminder of the risks faced by youth sports teams traveling long distances, especially in challenging winter driving conditions. It highlights the need for increased safety measures and precautions to protect young athletes on the road.