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Volleyball

Sophomore Paulina Hougaard-Jensen sends a ball over the net during the third set against the University of Michigan on Sept 8. The Rams defeated the Wolverines in three sets. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams close non-conference play with CU matchup in home tournament

Austin White September 14, 2017

The No. 22 Colorado State volleyball team will finish the non-conference portion of their schedule this weekend when they host their second home tournament, highlighted by a match with the University of...

As the volleyball tournament concluded on Sunday September 10, 2017, CSU was the overall winner. During the Sunday game they swept the game versus Idaho Sate winning three consecutive sets. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Riddled by injury, CSU volleyball defying the odds

Luke Zahlmann September 13, 2017

Despite slowly turning into a walking training room, the Colorado State volleyball team refuses to fold. Looking at the most updated standings for the Mountain West Conference or the national polls, a...

Sophomore  Paulina Hougaard-Jensen celebrates a point against the University of Michigan during a match on Sept 8. The Rams defeated the Wolverines in three sets, the Rams are now 7-1 on the season. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams sweep weekly conference honors after dominant weekend

Luke Zahlmann September 11, 2017

After sweeping both Michigan and Idaho State over the weekend, the Colorado State women's volleyball team continued the trend Monday and swept both of the conference awards for the week. Sanja Cizmic and...

Senior Sanja Cizmic celebrates a kill with her teammates on Sept. 8 against the University of Michigan. The Rams defeated the Wolverines in three sets. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams move up in rankings after second straight undefeated weekend

Austin White September 11, 2017

The Colorado State volleyball team has moved up to No. 22 in the latest AVCA coaches poll released Monday. The Rams finished last weekend with a perfect 3-0 record, including a sweep of then-No. 16 Michigan...

As the volleyball tournament concluded on Sunday September 10, 2017, CSU was the overall winner. During the Sunday game they swept the game versus Idaho Sate winning three consecutive sets. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Rams sweep Idaho State and win CSU tournament

Austin White September 10, 2017

[new_royalslider id="633"] No. 25 Colorado State volleyball won its eighth consecutive game with a sweep over the Idaho State Bengals (25-17, 25-20, 25-18) Sunday to win the tournament hosted by CSU. Sophomore...

Senior Alexandra Poletto (middle) celebrates a point against the University of Michigan on Sept. 8. The Rams defeated the Wolverines in three sets. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams knock off No. 16 Michigan to continue dominant week

Luke Zahlmann September 8, 2017

[new_royalslider id="631"] The Colorado volleyball team is making a habit of upsets as they beat No. 16 Michigan in straight sets on Friday night after upsetting then-No.15 Florida State last weekend.  Following...

Colorado State Volleyball Head Coach Tom Hilbert talks to his team during a break in play on August 29, 2017 against the University of Northern Colorado. The Rams defeated the Bears in three sets. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams win sixth straight match behind 19 kills from Runnels

Austin White September 8, 2017

The No. 25 Colorado State Rams extended their win streak to six games after a 3-1 (21-25, 27-25, 25-22, 25-22) victory over the Ball State Cardinals Friday afternoon. A closely contested fourth set...

Senior outside hitter, Jasmine Hanna, jumps up for a hit against two Duke blockers on August 25. The rams lost the home opener after a hard fought five sets. (@ashleypottsphoto | Collegian)

CSU volleyball set to host tournament highlighted by No. 16 Michigan

Austin White September 8, 2017

Freshly ranked at No. 25 in the nation, the Colorado State volleyball team returns home this weekend to host its first tournament of the season at Moby Arena. Ball State, Michigan and Idaho State will...

Sophomore Katie Oleksak celebrates a huge block against Duke during the Season opener on August 25, 2017.  (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Katie Oleksak uses the court as her canvas

Austin White September 8, 2017

Works of art require the delicate and steady hands of a well-trained craftsman in order to discover the magic and bring to life their creation. For Colorado State's volleyball team, those perfect hands...

Colorado State Freshman Breana Runnels sends a ball over the net during the first set of action the University of Northern Colorado. The Rams defeated the Bears in three sets on August 29, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Breana Runnels: The emergence of a redshirt star

Luke Zahlmann September 8, 2017

Though normally disallowed by law, killing is the path to greatness for Colorado State volleyball's redshirt freshman Breana Runnels. Runnels spent last year dressing and traveling to every game,...

Sophomore libero, Amanda Young, passes the ball to her setter during the home opening game against Duke on August 25. The rams lost to Duke after a hard fought five sets. (@ashleypottsphoto | Collegian)

Amanda Young seizing opportunity to lead for CSU volleyball

Luke Zahlmann September 8, 2017

Despite coming into the season as the favorite to win the Mountain West, the Colorado State volleyball team was unsure of one of the more important positions on the court: libero. This offseason,...

Colorado State sophomore Kristie Hillyer sends a ball over the net against the University of Northern Colorado on August 27, 2017. The Rams defeated the Bears in three sets.  (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU volleyball moves into top 25, Hillyer earns defensive award

Austin White September 4, 2017

An undefeated 4-0 week has pushed the Colorado State volleyball team into the No. 25 spot in the latest AVCA coach’s poll that came out Monday morning. This marks the Rams’ first time in the top 25...

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