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Senior Gian Clavell calls out a play while bring the ball down the court against Utah State on February 7, 2016. The Rams defeated the Aggies by a score of 69-52. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Clavell’s road to becoming a top MW player

Justin Michael
February 10, 2017
Michael: Williams' emphasis on defense has led to a Mountain West dynasty

Michael: Williams’ emphasis on defense has led to a Mountain West dynasty

Justin Michael
February 7, 2017
CSU comeback effort falls short against Broncos

CSU comeback effort falls short against Broncos

Justin Michael
January 31, 2017
Davis competes amongst nation's top talent in East-West shrine game

Davis competes amongst nation’s top talent in East-West shrine game

Justin Michael
January 31, 2017

Michael: Clavell and Omogbo are Mountain West’s best duo

Justin Michael
January 31, 2017
(Julia Trowbridge | Collegian)

Clavell and Omogbo carry Rams to first win at SDSU since 2003

Justin Michael
January 28, 2017
Rockies Players Tom Murphy and David Dahl meet with fans in the Lory Student Center Photo credit: Sarah Ehrlich

Colorado Rockies experience Fort Collins during Winter Caravan Tour

Justin Michael
January 26, 2017
Michael: Tough road ahead for men's basketball

Michael: Tough road ahead for men’s basketball

Justin Michael
January 24, 2017
Omogbo earns 10th double-double of season in win over Utah State

Omogbo earns 10th double-double of season in win over Utah State

Justin Michael
January 21, 2017
Rocky Mountain Showdown date announced by PAC-12

Rocky Mountain Showdown date announced by PAC-12

Justin Michael
January 18, 2017
CSU guard J.D. Paige surveying the floor in a 84-71 loss to New Mexico on Jan. 14 Photo credit: Natalie Dyer

Mountain West update: Men’s basketball

Justin Michael
January 18, 2017
Michael: Postgame incident with New Mexico bigger than basketball

Michael: Postgame incident with New Mexico bigger than basketball

Justin Michael
January 17, 2017
Moutain West Player of the Year Ellen Nystrom cuts down the nets in the Thomas and Mack center after defeating Fresno State in the MW tournament finals. (Steve Nowland/NCAA Photos)

Nystrom named Colorado Sports Hall of Fame’s Female College Athlete of the Year

Justin Michael
January 16, 2017
Senior Ellen Nystrom shoots a three pointer during the first quarter of action against Denver on November 30, 2016. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU women shoot their way past New Mexico 78-63

Justin Michael
January 14, 2017
Head Coach Larry Eustachy yells at a ref for a missed foul call in during the 2nd half of the Rams 80-58 win over Alcorn State. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Larry Eustachy earns 500th career win in blowout victory over the Falcons

Justin Michael
January 7, 2017
Strong performance from CSU starters leads to road victory at San Jose State

Strong performance from CSU starters leads to road victory at San Jose State

Justin Michael
January 4, 2017
Three CSU men's basketball players declared ineligible for spring semester

Three CSU men’s basketball players declared ineligible for spring semester

Justin Michael
January 4, 2017
Rams heartbreak tour continues at Boise State

Rams heartbreak tour continues at Boise State

Justin Michael
December 31, 2016
Comeback effort falls short at Long Beach State

Comeback effort falls short at Long Beach State

Justin Michael
December 23, 2016
Sophomore Callie Kaiser moves down the court against CU on December 8, 2016. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams set record, Nystrom named MW player of the week

Justin Michael
December 20, 2016
Colorado State Basketball team after a timeout during their game against New Mexico State. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Rams lose heartbreaker to Loyola Marymount at home

Justin Michael
December 19, 2016
CSU basketball overwhelmed by Kansas State in Denver

CSU basketball overwhelmed by Kansas State in Denver

Justin Michael
December 17, 2016
Gian Clavell (3) gets into a defensive stance in the 2nd half of the Rams win over UNC. Clavell returned to the court after a 9 game suspension from the team. Clavell came off the bench against Northern Colorado but finished the game with 15 points. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Gian Clavell returns in Rams victory over UNC

Justin Michael
December 10, 2016
Gian Clavell set to return to CSU basketball

Gian Clavell set to return to CSU basketball

Justin Michael
December 9, 2016
Senior Ellen Nystrom drives through a hole in the defense towards the hoop on December 8, 2016 against CU. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

No. 19 Colorado proves to be too much for Colorado State women’s basketball

Justin Michael
December 8, 2016
Devocio Butler (1) goes way up for this breakaway slam in the 2nd half of the Rams 93-69 win over Arkansas Fort-Smith. Butler finished with 13 points off the bench. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Michael: CSU keys to victory for upcoming in-state matchup with UNC

Justin Michael
December 8, 2016
Colorado State head coach Mike Bobo and his staff have signed six recruits this week and have 22 of a possible 25 scholarships filled in the 2017 recruiting class (Luke Walker | Collegian)

Colorado State football 2017 recruiting update: Rams pick up 6 commits

Justin Michael
December 8, 2016
Michael: Rams can finish on high note with Potato Bowl victory

Michael: Rams can finish on high note with Potato Bowl victory

Justin Michael
December 6, 2016
Colorado State University running back Marvin Kinsey Jr. breaks a tackle against New Mexico at the final game at Hughes Stadium on Nov 19. (Luke Walker | Collegian)

Marvin Kinsey to miss remainder of 2016 season with torn ACL

Justin Michael
December 5, 2016
Wichita State outlasts Colorado State

Wichita State outlasts Colorado State

Justin Michael
December 3, 2016
Emmanuel Omogbo celebrates a 72-58 win over rival Colorado (Photo by Javon Harris)

Colorado State big men lead Rams to upset over Buffs

Justin Michael
November 30, 2016
Michael: Nick Stevens has cemented himself as the starting QB for 2017

Michael: Nick Stevens has cemented himself as the starting QB for 2017

Justin Michael
November 29, 2016
Emmanuel Omogbo named Mountain West Player of the Week

Emmanuel Omogbo named Mountain West Player of the Week

Justin Michael
November 28, 2016
CSU sports you missed over break

CSU sports you missed over break

Justin Michael
November 28, 2016
Paige and Omogbo shine in victory over Alcorn State

Paige and Omogbo shine in victory over Alcorn State

Justin Michael
November 27, 2016
Offensive woes lead to tough road loss for CSU men's basketball

Offensive woes lead to tough road loss for CSU men’s basketball

Justin Michael
November 20, 2016
Ellen Nystrom takes a charge from a University of Nebraska-Omaha player Friday Nov. 11 during CSU's WNIT Season opener at Moby Arena Photo by Nathan Kaplan.

WNIT providing CSU women’s basketball opportunity to grow

Justin Michael
November 16, 2016
Michael: Air Force loss proves officials need to modify how they call targeting

Michael: Air Force loss proves officials need to modify how they call targeting

Justin Michael
November 15, 2016
Washington shoots past CSU 101-68 in second round of WNIT

Washington shoots past CSU 101-68 in second round of WNIT

Justin Michael
November 14, 2016
CSU men's basketball opens season with narrow 64-61 victory over New Mexico State

CSU men’s basketball opens season with narrow 64-61 victory over New Mexico State

Justin Michael
November 13, 2016
Hayden Hunt named semifinalist for Ray Guy Award

Hayden Hunt named semifinalist for Ray Guy Award

Justin Michael
November 11, 2016
CSU knocks off Regis 75-60 in exhibition

CSU knocks off Regis 75-60 in exhibition

Justin Michael
November 8, 2016
Michael: Redirect hate for CU, support women's athletics

Michael: Redirect hate for CU, support women’s athletics

Justin Michael
November 8, 2016
Rams looking to improve in transition

Rams looking to improve in transition

Justin Michael
November 4, 2016
Omogbo ready to lead young Rams hoops team in 2016

Omogbo ready to lead young Rams hoops team in 2016

Justin Michael
November 4, 2016
Women's hoops looks to continue success under Ryun Williams

Women’s hoops looks to continue success under Ryun Williams

Justin Michael
November 4, 2016
Michael: CSU football needs to aim higher than a .500 bowl game

Michael: CSU football needs to aim higher than a .500 bowl game

Justin Michael
November 1, 2016
11 MAR 2016: Fresno State University takes on Colorado State University during the 2016 Mountain West Conference Women's Basketball Championship at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. Justin Tafoya/NCAA Photos

CSU women’s basketball projected to win the Mountain West; Nystrom named preseason POY

Justin Michael
October 26, 2016
J.D. Paige during last seasons MW tournament (Photo by Derek Johnson/NCAA Photos)

Mountain West men’s basketball preview

Justin Michael
October 26, 2016
Michael: CSU in solid position with Stevens back at quarterback

Michael: CSU in solid position with Stevens back at quarterback

Justin Michael
October 25, 2016
Defense top priority for CSU hoops

Defense top priority for CSU hoops

Justin Michael
October 21, 2016
Boise State wide receiver Thomas Sperbeck (82) catches a long pass while defended by Colorado State linebacker Tre Thomas (52) in the first quarter on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016, at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Id. (Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman/TNS)

Michael: Despite controversy, Rams can build off loss to Boise State

Justin Michael
October 18, 2016
Gian Clavell is the heartbeat of CSU basketball

Gian Clavell is the heartbeat of CSU basketball

Justin Michael
October 12, 2016
Michael: Utah State win makes bowl appearance more likely for Rams

Michael: Utah State win makes bowl appearance more likely for Rams

Justin Michael
October 11, 2016
CSU men's basketball opens practice optimistic

CSU men’s basketball opens practice optimistic

Justin Michael
October 7, 2016
Former Rams making impact at next level

Former Rams making impact at next level

Justin Michael
October 7, 2016
Michael: Wyoming loss proves Rams still have growing up to do

Michael: Wyoming loss proves Rams still have growing up to do

Justin Michael
October 4, 2016
The Border War: A century's worth of history

The Border War: A century’s worth of history

Justin Michael
September 30, 2016
Jefferson Abbey and Jerrell Mock at the Mountain West indoor championships. (Juan Labreche/NCAA Photos)

Mock named MW Cross Country Men’s Athlete of the Week

Justin Michael
September 27, 2016
Michael: Colorado State can't afford to start conference play with loss

Michael: Colorado State can’t afford to start conference play with loss

Justin Michael
September 27, 2016
Michael: Athletes should not be able to major in athletics

Michael: Athletes should not be able to major in athletics

Justin Michael
September 22, 2016
Michael: Minnesota game is turning point for 2016 season

Michael: Minnesota game is turning point for 2016 season

Justin Michael
September 21, 2016
The Colorado State University football team storms the field before the start of the game against UTSA on Saturday afternoon at Hughes Stadium.

Column: I will miss Hughes Stadium

Justin Michael
September 16, 2016
Former CSU Ram Joey Porter eligible for Pro Football Hall of Fame

Former CSU Ram Joey Porter eligible for Pro Football Hall of Fame

Justin Michael
September 15, 2016
Column: Collin Hill is the QB of the future, but when does the future start?

Column: Collin Hill is the QB of the future, but when does the future start?

Justin Michael
September 12, 2016
Colorado Sate vs UTSA: Staff picks

Colorado Sate vs UTSA: Staff picks

Jack Starkebaum, Colton Strickler, Colin Barnard, Chad Deutschman, Justin Michael, and Eric Wolf
September 9, 2016
Nearly 200 Colorado State University students paint the A above Hughes Stadium, August 27, 2011. CSU Photography: 23014_10953

The road to Hughes Stadium

Justin Michael
September 9, 2016
New Orleans Saints waive QB Garrett Grayson

New Orleans Saints waive QB Garrett Grayson

Justin Michael
September 7, 2016
Column: CSU offense needs stability under center

Column: CSU offense needs stability under center

Justin Michael
September 7, 2016
CSU basketball adds Minnesota transfer Kevin Dorsey

CSU basketball adds Minnesota transfer Kevin Dorsey

Justin Michael
September 6, 2016
The greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 1

The greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 1

Justin Michael
September 2, 2016
Police officers walk on the field after the 1999 Rocky Mountain Showdown Photo credit: Keegan Pope

The greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 2

Justin Michael
September 1, 2016
Colorado State and CU Boulder face off in the annual Rocky Mountain Showdown. Photo by Hunter Thompson

The greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 3

Justin Michael
August 31, 2016
Colorado State University football practice on August 8th, 2016 (Luke Walker/ Collegian)

Age just a number for CSU secondary

Justin Michael
August 31, 2016
Colorado State running back Treyous Jarrells (3), runs through a CU defender's tackle during the 2014 Rocky Mountain Showdown. Photo credit: Austin Simpson

The five greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 4

Justin Michael
August 30, 2016
Offensive lineman Justin Borvansky celebrating the 2000 Showdown win Photo credit: Keegan Pope

The five greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 5

Justin Michael
August 29, 2016
CSU releases 2016-17 men's basketball schedule

CSU releases 2016-17 men’s basketball schedule

Justin Michael
August 25, 2016
Joe De Ciman signs professional contract overseas

Joe De Ciman signs professional contract overseas

Justin Michael
August 24, 2016
CSU athletics needs improved student attendance

CSU athletics needs improved student attendance

Justin Michael
August 24, 2016
Students raise their hands during a CSU free throw at Saturday nights game in Moby Arena. The athletics department has implimented a new ticket system including home printing and early pickup three days prior to the event.

Summer rundown: Everything you need to know about CSU Athletics

Justin Michael
August 22, 2016
New uniforms bring a modern look to CSU football

New uniforms bring a modern look to CSU football

Justin Michael
August 22, 2016
Colorado State University Football Media Day August 10, 2016 (Luke Walker/ Collegian)

Offense dominates the day in final scrimmage of fall camp

Justin Michael
August 20, 2016
Colorado State University Football Media Day August 10, 2016 (Luke Walker/ Collegian)

Colorado State’s quarterback competition is just getting started

Justin Michael
August 12, 2016
CSU head coach Mike Bobo chats with Nick Stevens during a game vs. Minnesota. (Abbie Parr/Collegian)

Nick Stevens named to Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award watch list

Justin Michael
August 4, 2016
Sam Carlson (Kevin Olson/Collegian)

Broncos sign former CSU OL Sam Carlson

Justin Michael
August 4, 2016
Mike Bobo's head coaching debut came in the 2015 edition of Ag Day. The Rams dominated Savannah State 65-13. (Abbie Parr/Collegian)

CSU 2017 recruiting class shaping up to be one of the best in years

Justin Michael
August 1, 2016
2016 Mountain West preseason projections

2016 Mountain West preseason projections

Justin Michael
July 26, 2016
Colorado State forward Tiel Daniels celebrates during the Rams' win over Boise State on March 10. ( Justin Tafoya/NCAA Photos)

Big 12 expansion talks heat up: what does CSU bring to the table?

Justin Michael
July 21, 2016
Colorado State linebacker Kevin Davis has overcome knee and shoulder injuries to be a key contributor for the Rams this season. (Photo credit: Eliott Foust)

Kevin Davis named to Butkus award preseason watch list

Justin Michael
July 12, 2016
Brian Roth takes over play-by-play duties for 2016-17 seasons

Brian Roth takes over play-by-play duties for 2016-17 seasons

Justin Michael
July 8, 2016
Hayden Hunt (via CSU athletics)

Hayden Hunt named to Ray Guy Award preseason watch list

Justin Michael
July 7, 2016
Jake Bennett talks with CSU coach Mike Bobo during a spring practice in 2017. (Luke Walker | Collegian)

Jake Bennett named to watch list for college football’s most outstanding center

Justin Michael
July 6, 2016
(Luke Walker/ The Collegian)

Faton Bauta is saying all the right things this off-season

Justin Michael
April 19, 2016
CSU head coach Mike Bobo chats with Nick Stevens during a game vs. Minnesota. (Abbie Parr/Collegian)

Competition is nothing new for Nick Stevens

Justin Michael
April 19, 2016
CSU women's basketball ranked for first time in over a decade

CSU women’s basketball ranked for first time in over a decade

Justin Michael
February 22, 2016
Colorado State players prepare to run out of the tunnel before Saturday's game against UNLV. (Abbie Parr/Collegian)

Colorado State releases 2017 non-conference football schedule

Justin Michael
February 17, 2016
Record total of Rams earn Academic All-Mountain West honors

Record total of Rams earn Academic All-Mountain West honors

Justin Michael
February 11, 2016
Super Bowl 50 preview and prediction

Super Bowl 50 preview and prediction

Justin Michael
February 4, 2016
CSU punter Hayden Hunt named second-team All-American

CSU punter Hayden Hunt named second-team All-American

Justin Michael
December 8, 2015
Hayden Hunt one of three Ray Guy Award finalists

Hayden Hunt one of three Ray Guy Award finalists

Justin Michael
November 24, 2015
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