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White: From the field to fast food, this is my farewell

White: From the field to fast food, this is my farewell

Austin White
May 7, 2018
The Colorado State volleyball team celebrates its 14th Mountain West title Saturday afternoon following a win over UC Davis. CSU will head to the NCAA tournament for the 23rd consecutive year. (Austin White | Collegian)

CSU volleyball schedule released with glaring non-conference schedule

Austin White
May 2, 2018
Members of the drone racing group, FoCo FPV, stand under the start/finish gate of their drone racing track with their home-built quadcopters. Here, members of FoCo FPV race with their drones and compete for the fastest times around the circuit. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Fort Collins drone enthusiasts raise world champion, promote competitive racing

Austin White
April 16, 2018
CSU basketball loots Drake's coaching staff in hopes of comeback season

CSU basketball loots Drake’s coaching staff in hopes of comeback season

Austin White
April 8, 2018
Lore Devos (10) attempts to pass during the Mountain West Tournament game against Boise State on March 7. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Boise State shoots past CSU to earn berth in Mountain West title game

Austin White
March 7, 2018
Anthony Bonner (15) stands on the baseline as he waits for the game to resume during the Mountain West Tournament on March 7. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Changes imminent for CSU after first-round exit in MW Tournament

Austin White
March 7, 2018
Hannah Tvrdy (10) faces off against Aly Gamez (22) during the Mountain West Conference game against Fresno State in Las Vegas on March. 6. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Rams advance in MW Tournament behind solid 3-point shooting

Austin White
March 6, 2018
Prentiss Nixon drives in for a layup over a University of New Mexico player during the last home game of the season on Feb. 28. The Rams fell to the Lobos 108-87. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Rams Nation turns its eyes to Prentiss Nixon for MW Tournament

Austin White
March 5, 2018
The audience watches a match between the University of Maryland, left, and the University of Illinois in the Big Ten Network "League of Legends" championship in the Battle Theater at North American League Championship Arena at Riot Games in Los Angeles on March 28, 2017. Maryland won the best of five contest by a score of 3-0. (Mel Melcon/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Mountain West to hold first conference-sponsored eSports competition in Las Vegas

Austin White
March 1, 2018
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
CSU head volleyball coach Tom Hilbert talks to the players after the game against Air Force. (Jordan Reyes | Collegian)

CSU volleyball announces 2018 spring schedule

Austin White
February 20, 2018
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
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
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
Colorado State University Senior forward Che Bob goes up for a point against Air Force on Tuesday, Feb. 6. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Rams looking for inspiration at home against Spartans

Austin White
February 9, 2018
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 hangs tough with league-leading Nevada despite Eustachy’s absence

Austin White
February 3, 2018
Sophomore Guard Raquan Mitchell dunks the ball during the first half of play against the UNLV Rebels 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)

Injuries shake up the backcourt of CSU men’s basketball

Austin White
February 2, 2018
Sophomore guard Raquan Mitchell takes a shot over the defenders during the second half of action against the UNLV Rebels on Jan. 20 at Moby Arena. The Rams fell to the Rebels 79-74. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU men’s basketball looks to weather the storm against Nevada

Austin White
February 2, 2018
Cam the Ram shows off the State Pride gear at the beginning of the game against Boise State on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

White: ‘State Pride’ needs to extend outside of football and basketball

Austin White
January 31, 2018
Junior Forward Deion James drives to the hoop during the first half of action against UNLV 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)

Rams lose in New Mexico despite big night from big men

Austin White
January 27, 2018

J.D. Paige suffers broken hand in loss to San Diego State

Austin White
January 25, 2018
J.D Paige (22) and injured guard Prentiss Nixon discuss a game-plan during a game against Northwestern State on Nov. 24. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Aztecs down Rams behind hot shooting and CSU foul trouble

Austin White
January 25, 2018
Anthony Bonner (15) celebrates after an 8-0 run to take a 54-46 lead late in the second half of the Rams 76-71 loss to Air Force. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

MW turning into a two-team race for regular season title

Austin White
January 19, 2018
Junior guard J.D. Paige buries his face in his jersey in frustration on Jan. 6. The Rams were defeated by the Bulldogs in overtime. (Javon Harris | Collegian).

Conference season turns Moby Madness into sadness for CSU hoops

Austin White
January 19, 2018
CSU head coach Larry Eustachy questions a call made by an official during the Rams' 72-61 win over Sacramento State on Nov. 10, 2017. (Jack Starkebaum | Collegian)

White: Eustachy failing to meet CSU fans’ expectations

Austin White
January 18, 2018
Senior Michael Gallup makes a catch during the second quarter of action against the Nevada Wolf Pack. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Top 10 CSU sports moments of 2017

Austin White
January 1, 2018
Grace Colaivalu defends the ball from San Jose State University on Dec. 30. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Rams end 2017 with home victory over San Jose State

Austin White
December 30, 2017
Katie Oleksak sets the ball to Paulina Hougarrd-Jensen against Nevada. (Erica Giesenhagen | Collegian)

Katie Oleksak and Jasmine Hanna named All-America honorable mentions

Austin White
December 13, 2017
The CSU volleyball team huddles in anticipation for the CSU v. Fresno game WEdnesday night. Photo by Olive Ancell | Collegian

Stanford blocks CSU volleyball from third round of NCAA tournament

Austin White
December 2, 2017
Sophomore, Olivia Nicholson, Senior, Sanja Cizmic, and Sophomore, Amanda Young all await the bulldogs serve. The Rams swept Fresno State three sets to none on none on Nov 15. (Joshua Contreras | Collegian)

Rams defeat Michigan for second time in 2017, advance to second round of NCAA tournament

Austin White
December 1, 2017
Sophomore Katie Oleksak celebrates a point against the University of Colorado on Sept. 16. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Rams head to California to take on Michigan in NCAA tournament

Austin White
November 30, 2017
Sophomore Katie Oleksak sets a teammate during the CSU vs. Fresno State volleyball game. The Rams swept the Bulldogs on Nov. 15. (Joshua Contreras | Collegian)

Katie Oleksak headlines list of award winners for CSU volleyball

Austin White
November 27, 2017
CSU volleyball team waves to the crowd after their victory against Fresno Wednesday night. Photo by Olive Ancell | Collegian

CSU volleyball draws rematch against Michigan in first round of NCAA tournament

Austin White
November 26, 2017
The Colorado State volleyball team celebrates its 14th Mountain West title Saturday afternoon following a win over UC Davis. CSU will head to the NCAA tournament for the 23rd consecutive year. (Austin White | Collegian)

CSU volleyball caps regular season with four-set win over UC Davis

Austin White
November 25, 2017
J.D. Paige dribbles the ball during the game against Northwestern State on Nov 24. Paige finished with a game high 19 points to lead the Rams. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Rams own the paint in win over Northwestern State

Austin White
November 24, 2017
Sophomore Paulina Hougaard-Jensen spikes a ball against Fresno Wednesday night. Photo by Olive Ancell | Collegian

Rams’ middle blockers shine on offense in sweep of Fresno State

Austin White
November 15, 2017
Oleksak setting the ball during Nevada game. (Erica Giesenhagen | Collegian)

Rams remain perfect on the road behind Oleksak’s record-breaking performance

Austin White
November 9, 2017
CSU Head Coach Tom Hilbert point out a play against Boise State on Nov. 4. The Rams defeated the Broncos in three sets. (Jordan Reyes | Collegian)

CSU volleyball adds three players in early signing period Wednesday

Austin White
November 8, 2017
Paulina Hougaard-Jensen and teammate Sanja Cizmic go up and get a block during their win against Wyoming in the Border War. (Joe Oakman | Collegian)

Europeans Cizmic, Hougaard-Jensen essential in CSU’s championship pursuit

Austin White
November 8, 2017
Setter, Katie Oleksak, celebrates a successful play against Wyoming during the game on Sept. 26. The Rams swept the Cowgirls in three sets. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU volleyball’s Katie Oleksak named Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week

Austin White
November 6, 2017
Che Bob (10) races up the court with his tongue out after a defensive steal during CSU's 83-79 win over UNC. Bob finished with a team high 25 points. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

CSU notches tight win over Northern Colorado in exhibition for charity

Austin White
November 5, 2017
Sophomore Katie Oleksak preparing a back set for a teammate. (Jordan Reyes | Collegian)

CSU volleyball lowers magic number to one after sweep of Utah State

Austin White
November 2, 2017
Redshirt Sophomore Jessica Jackson about to make an attack against her opponents. (Jordan Reyes | Collegian)

CSU volleyball looking to close out Mountain West title chase

Austin White
November 2, 2017
Senior Jasmine Hanna attacking the ball during the game against the Air Force Academy. (Jordan Reyes | Collegian)

Rams get back to sweeping ways against Air Force

Austin White
October 26, 2017
Colorado State sophomore Paulina Hougaard-Jensen celebrates a win against the University of Northern Colorado. The Rams defeated the Bears in three sets on Aug. 29 (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU volleyball remains perfect in conference despite scare from New Mexico

Austin White
October 21, 2017
Sophomore Amanda Young (8) bumps the ball at the CSU vs. UNLV volleyball match in Moby Arena on Sept. 23. (Jenny Lee | Collegian)

CSU sweeps UNLV to remain perfect halfway through Mountain West slate

Austin White
October 19, 2017
Sophomore Kristie Hillyer celebrates her block with fellow teammates during the season opener against Duke on August 25, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU volleyball’s Kirstie Hillyer embraces her tall stature

Austin White
October 19, 2017
Sophomore Amanda Young (8) serves the ball to begin the game at the CSU vs. UNLV volleyball match in Moby Arena on Sept. 23. (Jenny Lee | Collegian)

CSU volleyball avoids complacency ahead of weekend matchups

Austin White
October 18, 2017
Colorado State volleyball senior Jasmine Hanna (6) smiles with head coach Tom Hilbert after she broke the record of 1,067 career kills. Hilbert also hit the 700 mark in wins as Head Coach. The Rams swept San Jose State 3-0. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Hanna and Hilbert make history as CSU sweeps San Jose State

Austin White
October 12, 2017
Sophomore Kristie Hillyer celebrates her block with fellow teammates during the season opener against Duke on August 25, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams knock off Boise State in dramatic fashion to remain undefeated in MW

Austin White
October 5, 2017
A "League of Legends" match being played on a main stage in North America. (Photo courtesy of Gabriel Gagne)

White: eSports are here to stay

Austin White
October 5, 2017
Undefeated CSU and Boise State set to clash in Mountain West showdown

Undefeated CSU and Boise State set to clash in Mountain West showdown

Austin White
October 4, 2017
The Colorado State Ram Ruckus was in full attendance during CSU Volleyball's season opener against Duke on August 25, 2017. The Rams played a hard fought battle but in the end the Blue Devils won in five sets. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU volleyball gaining national attention after strong start to season

Austin White
October 2, 2017
Senior, Jasmine Hanna goes in for a spike against UW volleyball during the CSU vs. UW volleyball game. CSU swept UW three sets to none on Sept 26. (Joshua Contreras | Collegian).

Rams corral Cowgirls in straight-set victory

Austin White
September 26, 2017
The team gives each other congratulatory pats after a point gained for CSU at the CSU vs. UNLV volleyball match in Moby Arena on Sept 23. (Jenny Lee | Collegian)

CSU volleyball dominates UNLV in straight-set victory

Austin White
September 23, 2017
The CSU rams volleyball team glare at the official to await his decision on who would receive a point during the September 16, 2017 game. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Boise State looks to challenge CSU for Mountain West volleyball crown

Austin White
September 19, 2017
Buffaloes come back to end Rams' 10-game winning streak

Buffaloes come back to end Rams’ 10-game winning streak

Austin White
September 16, 2017
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jasmine Hanna smiles as the Rams celebrate her kill against UNC. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Rams complete comeback victory over Horned Frogs in five sets

Austin White
September 1, 2017
Colorado State sophomore Paulina Hougaard-Jensen celebrates a win against the University of Northern Colorado. The Rams defeated the Bears in three sets on Aug. 29 (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams fight through tough service night to sweep Northern Colorado

Austin White
August 29, 2017
Sophomore Katie Oleksak sets a ball for her teammate Kirstie Hillyer during the season opener against Duke. The Rams fell to the Blue Devils in five sets. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU falls to Duke despite four point advantage in final set

Austin White
August 25, 2017
Nick Stevens throws a pass against Air Force during the 2016 season

White: CSU football’s biggest growth will come on the road

Austin White
August 24, 2017
Alexandra Poletto blocks the ball against the Rebels. (Kasen Schamaun | Collegian)

CSU volleyball prepares for big opening weekend

Austin White
August 23, 2017
CSU's Volleyball head coach Tom Hilbert talks to his team during a break in play against Utah State. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU volleyball hauls in preseason accolades

Austin White
August 16, 2017
the team celebrates after a paint regaining momentum in the game against the Rebels.

CSU volleyball looking for answers before season opener against Duke

Austin White
August 9, 2017
Senior Mostafa Hassan competes at the Mountain West Indoor Championships in the 2017 season. Hassan won consecutive NCAA titles in the shot put in 2017 and 2018. (Juan Labreche/NCAA photos)

Hassan set to compete at 2017 IAAF World Championships

Austin White
August 3, 2017
CSU Soccer Players huddle up prior to the second set of action against San Diego State on October 21, 2016. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU women’s soccer announces new facility

Austin White
August 1, 2017
Junior, Mack Morford, receives high fives from his teammates after hitting a home run against Wyoming on Saturday. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Rams club baseball has two players named to All-America teams

Austin White
July 15, 2017
CSU golfers enjoying a successful summer

CSU golfers enjoying a successful summer

Austin White
July 15, 2017
CSU women's basketball is one win away from becoming the first program in MW history to win four straight conference titles (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

CSU women’s basketball loses second assistant coach this offseason

Austin White
July 3, 2017
CSU softball adds transfer shortstop

CSU softball adds transfer shortstop

Austin White
June 22, 2017
Junior, Mack Morford, receives high fives from his teammates after hitting a home run against Wyoming on Saturday. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Rams become first team eliminated from 2017 NCBA World Series

Austin White
May 27, 2017
Colorado State Shortstop Haley Hutton picks up a ground ball during a game against UNLV on Friday April 21, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Hutton and McCorkhill earn All-MW softball honors

Austin White
May 17, 2017
The Colorado State club baseball team celebrates a victory over Wyoming in 2017. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU dominates Mid-America Regional, advances to NCBA World Series

Austin White
May 15, 2017
Colorado State pitcher Bridgette Hutton pitches during the third inning against South Dakota on Sunday May 7, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Senior Day ends with heartbreaking loss for CSU softball

Austin White
May 13, 2017
Colorado State Second Basemen Taryn Arcarese is up to bat against South Dakota on Sunday May 7, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams unable to climb out of early hole in loss to Fresno State

Austin White
May 12, 2017
CSU softball defeats Fresno State in opening game of series, eliminates Bulldogs from title contention

CSU softball defeats Fresno State in opening game of series, eliminates Bulldogs from title contention

Austin White
May 12, 2017
CSU women's golfer Katrina Prendergast (photo courtesy of CSU athletics)

Prendergast competes in second consecutive NCAA Regional

Austin White
May 10, 2017
Colorado State pitcher Bridgette Hutton prepares to pitch during the third inning against South Dakota on Sunday May 7, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU softball sweeps Ram Classic

Austin White
May 7, 2017
Rams take home two wins in day one of Ram Classic

Rams take home two wins in day one of Ram Classic

Austin White
May 6, 2017
White: An unforgettable senior class of female athletes says goodbye

White: An unforgettable senior class of female athletes says goodbye

Austin White
May 4, 2017
Isolation to inspiration: How one little girl has inspired CSU softball

Isolation to inspiration: How one little girl has inspired CSU softball

Austin White
May 4, 2017
Colorado State Shortstop Haley Hutton makes a throw to first base during a game against UNLV on Friday April 21, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Nevada sweeps Colorado State behind two walk-off wins

Austin White
May 1, 2017
Mountain West softball having a year to remember

Mountain West softball having a year to remember

Austin White
April 27, 2017
Hutton earns first Pitcher of the Week honor

Hutton earns first Pitcher of the Week honor

Austin White
April 26, 2017
Hutton sisters help CSU avoid sweep against UNLV

Hutton sisters help CSU avoid sweep against UNLV

Austin White
April 23, 2017
CSU Gives UNLV First Conference Series Win of the Season

CSU Gives UNLV First Conference Series Win of the Season

Austin White
April 22, 2017
Rams drop first game of series to UNLV

Rams drop first game of series to UNLV

Austin White
April 22, 2017
Rams look to rebound against UNLV

Rams look to rebound against UNLV

Austin White
April 20, 2017
CSU sweeps season series against Northern Colorado

CSU sweeps season series against Northern Colorado

Austin White
April 18, 2017
Colorado State drops 2 of 3 against Utah State

Colorado State drops 2 of 3 against Utah State

Austin White
April 17, 2017
CSU set to push for conference title against Utah State

CSU set to push for conference title against Utah State

Austin White
April 13, 2017
Colorado State University's Haley Hutton (23) throws to first for an out during a game against Penn State on Friday, March 3rd at Colorado State University. CSU beat Penn State 4-0. (Forrest Czarnecki | Collegian)

A family legacy: Generation of Huttons find home in CSU softball

Austin White
April 13, 2017
Colorado State University's Larisa Petakoff (25) listens to call from the CSU softball coach during a game against Penn State on Friday, March 3rd at Colorado State University. CSU beat Penn State 4-0. (Forrest Czarnecki | Collegian)

Strong performances lead Rams to series win over San Jose State

Austin White
April 9, 2017
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