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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Men's Basketball

Larry Eustachy reacts to a call during the Rams' double-overtime loss against Wyoming on Feb. 1. (Jack Starkebaum | Collegian)

Larry Eustachy resigns as CSU’s men’s basketball coach

Colin Barnard February 26, 2018

Editor's note: A previous version of this article referred to Eustachy's resignation as a dismissal by the University on one instance. The article has since been updated. After nearly a month-long climate...

Nico Carvacho attempts to block a shot from a Nevada player on Feb. 3. The Rams lost 76-67. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Nevada wins Mountain West title despite Nixon’s 27 points

Austin White February 25, 2018

Wins are usually easy measurements. Who has the most points when the clock hits zero determines the winner and nothing else. But victories can occur even when a team does not boast the most points. That...

Colorado State Interim Head Coach Jase Herl looks out onto the court during the first half of action against the Boise State Broncos at Moby Arena on Feb. 21. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU embarrassed by Boise State in 87-54 throttling

Colin Barnard February 21, 2018

The Colorado State men’s basketball team is in the midst of its worst season in nearly a decade. Three head coaches, a seven-game conference losing streak and injuries to the top two scorers made it...

Director of Athletics Joe Parker addresses the media during a private tour of the stadium. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Zahlmann: Fans need to let their leaders be just that

Luke Zahlmann February 21, 2018

Moby Madness inside the stands has turned to a mob wielded pitchforks outside the confines of Colorado State athletics. College athletics have an intertwined feature that is not present in professional...

Colorado State Interim Head Coach Jase Herl looks out onto the court during the first half of action against the Boise State Broncos at Moby Arena on Feb. 21. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Jase Herl, men’s basketball staff interact with CSU students

Colin Barnard February 19, 2018

In an effort to drum up support for the men’s basketball program, interim head coach Jase Herl and other members of the staff handed out flyers in the Lory Student Center Monday afternoon encouraging...

Prentiss Nixon (11) grabs his head in frustration after the Rams suffered a sixth consecutive loss to Nevada 76-67. This was Nixon's first game back since his ankle injury against Air Force on January 17th. Nixon struggled in only 18 minutes of action shooting 1-for-7 for only 4 points. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

CSU hindered by turnovers in 21-point loss to Fresno State

Luke Zahlmann February 17, 2018

Interim coach Jase Herl was forced to face the other end of the spectrum of leading Colorado State men’s basketball as the Rams were routed by the Fresno State Bulldogs Saturday night, 86-65. Despite...

Lore Devos attempts to pass the ball to a teammate during the basketball game against the Gonzaga Bulldogs Nov 13. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Zahlmann: Moby Madness starts and ends with community

Luke Zahlmann February 15, 2018

Beginning in the football season, fans and students alike began to leave games at halftime. It's an unwelcome trend that has now hit the hardwood at a heightened degree. Normally dubbed as “Moby Madness,”...

Colorado State interim head coach Jase Herl reacts to a call during the first half against San Jose state. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

CSU basketball appears revamped under interim head coach Jase Herl

Austin White February 14, 2018

A strong foundation is needed for any team if they want to succeed. Everything from the game plan to the coaches to the players needs to be on the same page and in sync. After riding a coaching carousel...

Colorado State University interim coach Jase Herl and sophomore forward Nico Carvacho celebrate their 90-79 win over San Jose on Saturday. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Jase Herl leads CSU to victory as Rams snap seven-game losing streak

Austin White February 10, 2018

A second interim head coach in just over a week means that something is bound to change. Everyone is different, and that includes coaches who will all teach the game in varying ways. This time taking...

Interim coach Steve Barnes yells from the sidelines during the Nevada game. Barnes is stepping in while CSU investigate head coach, Larry Eustachy. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU interim basketball coach Steve Barnes placed on administrative leave

Colin Barnard February 10, 2018

Colorado State basketball's interim head coach Steve Barnes joined head coach Larry Eustachy on paid administrative leave, the university announced Saturday morning.  The announcement comes in...

Sophomore guard Anthony Bonner moves the ball down the court into UNLV territory on Jan. 20 at Moby Arena on Jan. 20 at Moby Arena. The Rams fell to the Rebels 79-74. The Rams are now 10-11 on the season.  (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Born in the mecca: Anthony Bonner’s background rooted in basketball tradition

Austin White February 9, 2018

The birth of basketball occurred in 1891 after Dr. James Naismith drafted the first rules to the game in Springfield, Mass. Popularity of the game spread through YMCAs around the country and ultimately...

Colorado State University sophomore guard Raquan Mitchell hangs on the rim after dunking against Air Force on Tuesday, Feb. 6. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Raquan Mitchell developing into more than an athlete for CSU basketball

Colin Barnard February 9, 2018

Colorado State guard Raquan Mitchell realized something in his junior year of high school. Before then, Mitchell starred as a multi-position athlete in football for Miami Southridge High School, playing...

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