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Redshirt Freshman, Grace Colaivalu takes the ball upcourt, trying to set up the offense for the Rams. (Joshua Contreras | Collegian)

Surprising play helps CSU win over North Florida at home

Mack Beaulieu
December 3, 2018
Head Women's Basketball Coach Ryun Williams watches the team members during the Mountain West Conference game against Fresno St. in Las Vegas on March. 6. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Takeaways: Loss to Gonzaga shows reasons for optimism for CSU

Mack Beaulieu
November 29, 2018
Lore Devos (#35) attempts to drive forward the ball during the game on Nov. 25. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

3 takeaways from CSU’s razor thin win over Cornell

Mack Beaulieu
November 25, 2018
CSU Cheerleaders run out in front of the women's basketball team at the start of the Mountain West Conference game against Fresno St. on March 6, 2018. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

CSU women’s basketball falls to Buffs in Showdown

Mack Beaulieu
November 15, 2018
Mollie Mounsey(24) sprints down the court on a fastbreak during CSU's home game vs Eastern NM on November 6th 2018. The Rams win 72-46.(Devin Cornelius | Collegian)

CSU is a big winner if Mounsey goes “McBuckets”

Mack Beaulieu
November 15, 2018
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)

Rocky Mountain Showdown carries varied significance for CSU women

Mack Beaulieu
November 14, 2018
Senior Josh Watson (55) lights up the Nevada Quarterback during the 1st half of the Rams 44-42 homecoming win. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

CSU relives same gameday over again in loss to Nevada

Mack Beaulieu
November 11, 2018
Redshirt Freshman Barry Wesley takes part in drills during practice on November 6, 2018. The Rams are preparing for their game against Nevada on Nov. 10. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Wesley shaping into unlikely leader for Rams’ offensive line

Mack Beaulieu
November 8, 2018
Lore Devos(35) goes up and shoots after driving to the basket, during CSU's home game vs Eastern NM on November 6th 2018. The Rams win 72-46. (Devin Cornelius | Collegian)

Rams run away in rout over Eastern New Mexico in season opener

Mack Beaulieu
November 6, 2018
Guard Kendle Moore shoots the ball during the exhibition game versus CSU Pueblo on Sat. Nov. 3. (Natalie Dyer | Collegian)

Overreacting to Rams’ lone exhibition victory

Mack Beaulieu
November 6, 2018
Head coach Larry Eustachy watches the action unfold during anexhibition against Northern Colorado on Nov. 5. (Javon Harris | Collegian)

Beaulieu: The demons that need exorcisms from CSU athletics

Mack Beaulieu
October 31, 2018
Linebacker Josh Watson makes a play on Wyoming Running Back during the first quarter of play on Oct 26 at Canvas Stadium. The Rams are down 3-0 at half time. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Beaulieu: Rams’ poor pass defense enables opposition’s run game

Mack Beaulieu
October 29, 2018
Paulina Hougaard-Jensen makes a big hit against San Diego State on Thursday October 25, 2018. (Alyse Oxenford | Collegian)

Rams rout Aztecs at home, set up showdown against Bulldogs

Mack Beaulieu
October 26, 2018
The Rams defensive line tackle an Illinois State offensive man during the fourth quarter of the game on Sept. 22nd. The Rams lost 19-35. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Beaulieu: Annual Border War victory hinges on CSU’s defensive front

Mack Beaulieu
October 25, 2018
Blockers Paulina Houggard-Jensen and Katie Oleksak block a hit from a Wyoming player during the game on Sept. 26. The Rams swept the Cowgirls in three sets. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Beaulieu: Rams’ volleyball set to re-establish dominance very soon

Mack Beaulieu
October 24, 2018
The Colorado State captains Offensive Lineman Jake Bennett, Linebacker Evan Colorito, Runningback Dalyn Dawkins and Quarterback Nick Stevens walk out to the center of the field for the Coin Toss prior to the start of the Gildan New Mexico Bowl. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Next Level Rams: Dalyn Dawkins has followed a unique path to the NFL

Mack Beaulieu
October 17, 2018
Colorado State University’s 2018-19 men's golf team at the Ram Masters Invitational at Fort Collins Country Club on Sept. 18, 2018. (Photo Courtesy of CSU Athletics)

Both sides of CSU golf find their way with new faces

Mack Beaulieu
October 17, 2018
Paulina Houggard-Jensen waits for the serve from Florida State during the game on Sept. 1. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU’s Paulina Hougaard-Jensen takes MW Offensive Player of the Week

Mack Beaulieu
October 15, 2018
The CSU Volleyball team huddles around Coach Tom Hilbert during their game against Texas Christian University on Sept. 2. (Joe Oakman | Collegian)

Homecoming reinforces family, University ties for CSU Volleyball

Mack Beaulieu
October 11, 2018
Sophomore AJ Ott finishes a swing during a practice round at Fort Collins Country Club. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

Men’s golf triumphs through harsh conditions at Paintbrush Invitational

Mack Beaulieu
October 10, 2018
Women’s golf team takes the victory at Ron Moore Intercollegiate tournament

Women’s golf team takes the victory at Ron Moore Intercollegiate tournament

Mack Beaulieu
October 8, 2018
Coach Mike Bobo tells a player to "get low" during a drill at practice on August 2, 2018. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Beaulieu: CSU fans need to savor any improvement left in this year’s team

Mack Beaulieu
October 7, 2018
CSU sophomore Jake Staiano teeing off at a tournament in Hawaii (Photo courtesy of Jake Staiano)

Men’s golf sees their score enter the rough, finishes on cusp of top 10

Mack Beaulieu
October 1, 2018
Cullen plousha, freshman

CSU underclassmen lead men’s, women’s golf teams to success

Mack Beaulieu
September 27, 2018
CSU running back Dalyn Dawkins outruns defensive back Nephi Sewell on his way to scoring a touchdown against Nevada during the 2017 Homecoming game. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Q&A: Dalyn Dawkins speaks about life after CSU football

Mack Beaulieu
September 26, 2018
Junior Katrina Prendergast drives the ball during the fall season in 2017. (Photo courtesy of CSU Athletics)

CSU Men’s golf dominates Ram Classic as women finish in the middle

Mack Beaulieu
September 20, 2018
Kirstie Hillyer goes up for a kill during the Rams 3-1 win Sunday afternoon against TCU. (Joe Oakman | Collegian)

CSU volleyball is still adjusting to the loss of multiple key seniors

Mack Beaulieu
September 14, 2018
The Rams celebrate and sing the Alma Mater after upsetting the Arkansas Razorbacks and overcoming a 18 point deficit. (Joe Oakman | Collegian)

CSU’s offense is coming together but still hopes for faster starts

Mack Beaulieu
September 13, 2018
Cullen plousha, freshman

CSU men’s golf team finishes strong at Carpet Capital Collegiate

Mack Beaulieu
September 12, 2018
K.J. Carta-Samuels huddles with his offensive line before a drill at practice on August 2. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Rams’ linemen have the chance to show improvement against Arkansas

Mack Beaulieu
September 7, 2018
Bisi Johnson and Cameron Butler celebrate in the end zone following Butler's 50 yard touchdown reception in the second quarter against San Jose State on Nov. 18. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

The wide receivers for CSU are dynamic and ready to contribute

Mack Beaulieu
September 7, 2018
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)

Colorado State volleyball enjoys home-court advantage like few others

Mack Beaulieu
August 31, 2018
Colorado State Quarterback K.J. Carta-Samuels makes a deep pass from the pocket during the fourth quarter of play against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors. The Rams fell to the Warriors 43-34 at Canvas Stadium on August 25, 2018 in Fort Collins, CO. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Carta-Samuels poised for the limelight after backup career with Washington

Mack Beaulieu
August 31, 2018
A football-field sized American flag is unfurled before the start of Colorado State University's first football game of the season against Oregon State, on Saturday, August 26th. Forrest Czarnecki | The Collegian

Beaulieu: Deciphering finances of the NCAA is no simple task

Mack Beaulieu
August 28, 2018
A football-field sized American flag is unfurled before the start of Colorado State University's first football game of the season against Oregon State, on Saturday, August 26th. Forrest Czarnecki | The Collegian

CSU’s latest walk ons: A labor of love for the game

Mack Beaulieu
August 24, 2018
K.J. Carta-Samuels makes a pass during a drill at practice on August 2. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Beaulieu: Rams Should exceed expectations this year

Mack Beaulieu
August 24, 2018
After receiving a set from sophomore Katie Oleksak, sophomore Breana Runnels jumps in the air to spike the volleyball during the Sunday September 10, 2017 volleyball game versus Idaho State. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Katie Oleksak leads group that plans to contribute by community

Mack Beaulieu
August 24, 2018
The CSU volleyball team huddles in anticipation for the CSU v. Fresno game WEdnesday night. Photo by Olive Ancell | Collegian

Rams’ Volleyball dominates preseason award picks

Mack Beaulieu
August 15, 2018
Junior Katrina Prendergast drives the ball during the fall season in 2017. (Photo courtesy of CSU Athletics)

CSU’s Secor, Prendergast going strong in off season

Mack Beaulieu
August 13, 2018
CSU Freshman Olivia Nicholson celebrates a point won over Nevada during a match on October 13, 2016. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU volleyball ranked No. 25 in preseason poll by American Volleyball Coaches Association

Mack Beaulieu
August 8, 2018
Lena Svanholm (11), Annie Brady (32) and Lore Devos (35) cheer on their teammates after a 3-pointer against Fresno State in Las Vegas on March. 6. The Rams defeated the Bulldogs 71-55 in the Mountain West Tournament. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Colorado State places fourth in Scholar Athlete Awards for Mountain West

Mack Beaulieu
July 26, 2018
Senior Izzy Mathews takes a rest in between drills during spring practice on April 4. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Five CSU football players recognized nationally in the preseason

Mack Beaulieu
July 25, 2018
The CSU marching band preforms at halftime during the inaugural football game at the new on-campus stadium on August 26, 2017. (Jack Starkebaum | Collegian)

Beaulieu: CSU students should choose where to allocate athletic fees

Mack Beaulieu
July 4, 2018
The Colorado State volleyball team celebrates its 14th Mountain West title following a win over UC Davis. CSU will head to the NCAA tournament for the 23rd consecutive year. (Austin White | Collegian)

Beaulieu: New transfer rules could be trickiest for schools like CSU

Mack Beaulieu
June 21, 2018
The Colorado State softball team cheers on a teammate up to bat against UNC on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at Rams Field. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Rams have reason to be optimistic after an up-and-down 2018

Mack Beaulieu
June 14, 2018
The Rams huddle in between innings of the their third game against the University of New Mexico on Sunday, April 8. The Rams beat the Lobos 12-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Rams beat Bears on Thursday, fall again to Jackrabbits to finish NISC

Mack Beaulieu
May 22, 2018
Senior Max Oelfke finishes a swing during the 2018 Mountain West Championships at the Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton, Washington. (Justin Tafoya/NCAA Photos)

Rams play well at Kissimmee Regional, can’t advance

Mack Beaulieu
May 22, 2018
Senior Kaylynn Pierce pitches during the Rams third game against the University of New Mexico on Sunday, April 8. The Rams beat the Lobos 12-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU softball stumbles in their opening matchup of the NISC

Mack Beaulieu
May 17, 2018
Junior Bridgette Hutton throws a pitch during the game against Utah Valley on March 9. The Rams beat the Wolverines 5-3. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU continues slide against UNLV before concluding day win

Mack Beaulieu
May 14, 2018
Sophomore Ellen Secor takes a swing during the fall season in 2017. (Photo courtesy of CSU Athletics)

CSU women’s golf has their Lone Star State journey end early

Mack Beaulieu
May 14, 2018
The Rams huddle before the game against Utah Valley on March 9. The Rams beat the Wolverines 5-3. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU falls out of contention for title, swept on senior day weekend

Mack Beaulieu
May 7, 2018
Senior Max Oelfke finishes a swing during the 2018 Mountain West Championships at the Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton, Washington. (Justin Tafoya/NCAA Photos)

CSU men’s and women’s golf team members selected for NCAA Regionals

Mack Beaulieu
May 3, 2018
The Rams huddle in between innings of the their third game against the University of New Mexico on Sunday, April 8. The Rams beat the Lobos 12-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Beaulieu: CSU needs to move faster on changes for women’s facilities

Mack Beaulieu
May 3, 2018
Senior Kaylynn Pierce pitches during the Rams third game against the University of New Mexico on Sunday, April 8. The Rams beat the Lobos 12-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU drops series against San Diego State, fails to move up in standings

Mack Beaulieu
April 30, 2018
Sophomore Corina Gamboa hits the ball during her at-bat versus St. John's on Saturday March 10th. The Rams defeated St. John's with a score of 5-1. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Corina Gamboa’s development instrumental in success with CSU softball

Mack Beaulieu
April 25, 2018
Senior Max Oelfke finishes a swing during the 2018 Mountain West Championships at the Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton, Washington. (Justin Tafoya/NCAA Photos)

CSU men’s golf finishes second in Mountain West Championship

Mack Beaulieu
April 23, 2018
Junior Isabella Navarro hits during the game agaisnt San Jose State on April 22. The Rams beat the Spartans 10-3 after dropping the first two games of the series. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU softball salvages weekend series with Sunday victory

Mack Beaulieu
April 23, 2018
Junior Katrina Prendergast drives the ball during the fall season in 2017. (Photo courtesy of CSU Athletics)

CSU women’s golf has best Mountain West Championship since 2008

Mack Beaulieu
April 19, 2018
Freshman Ashley Michelena rounds third base and heads for home during the Rams' third game against the University of New Mexico on Sunday, April 8. The Rams beat the Lobos 12-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU softball continues slow climb up Mountain West standings

Mack Beaulieu
April 15, 2018
The Rams huddle in between innings of the their third game against the University of New Mexico on Sunday, April 8. The Rams beat the Lobos 12-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU softball meets with administration over concerns of equality

Mack Beaulieu
April 13, 2018
Senior Max Oelfke holds a follow through during a practice round at Fort Collins Country Club. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

Women falter ahead of championship season, men rebound for CSU golf

Mack Beaulieu
April 11, 2018
Junior Lauren Buchanan slides into home plate to score during the Rams third game against the University of New Mexico on Sunday, April 8. The Rams beat the Lobos 12-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU Softball takes series against New Mexico after Friday’s sit-in

Mack Beaulieu
April 8, 2018
CSU softball team holds sit-in to protest inequality

CSU softball team holds sit-in to protest inequality

Mack Beaulieu
April 6, 2018
Junior Lauren Buchanan hits a home run during the game against Utah Valley on March 9. The Rams beat the Wolverines 5-3. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU sweeps season series versus Northern Colorado behind Buchanan’s bat

Mack Beaulieu
April 3, 2018
Junior Bridgette Hutton throws a pitch during the game against Utah Valley on March 9. The Rams beat the Wolverines 5-3. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU softball rocks Kansas in game three to take weekend series

Mack Beaulieu
April 1, 2018
Junior Katrina Prendergast drives the ball during the fall season in 2017. (Photo courtesy of CSU Athletics)

CSU women’s golf battles back in Tucson, men have middling week

Mack Beaulieu
March 28, 2018
Senior Madison Kilcrease takes a swing during the game against Utah Valley on March 9. The Rams beat the Wolverines 5-3. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Disappointing finish wraps up slow offensive weekend for CSU softball

Mack Beaulieu
March 27, 2018
Nan Stuart (left), Kelsey (dog), Sam Schmidt (middle) and Jay Howard (right) pose for a photo in the Flint Animal Cancer Center. (Mack Beaulieu | Collegian)

CSU, Schmidt Team Racing partner to fight cancer

Mack Beaulieu
March 22, 2018
The Rams huddle before the game against Utah Valley on March 9. The Rams beat the Wolverines 5-3. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Swing Music: Why the CSU softball team chooses certain walk-up songs

Mack Beaulieu
March 21, 2018
Freshman Jack Ainscough holds a follow through during a practice round at Fort Collins Country Club. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

CSU men struggle in San Diego while women remain consistent in Hawaii

Mack Beaulieu
March 20, 2018
Junior pitcher Bridgette Hutton and junior catcher Amber Nelson give each other a smile and handshake after striking out a St. John's batter and ending the top of the 6th inning. The Rams defeated St. John's 5-1 on Saturday, March 10. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

CSU softball caps busy week with walk-off weekend

Mack Beaulieu
March 18, 2018
Colorado State freshman Corina Gamboa swings at a pitch thrown by UNC in the second game of the double header. The Rams defeated UNC in both games on April 11, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Bats go silent as CSU softball drops five straight over the weekend

Mack Beaulieu
March 5, 2018
Senior Kaylynn Pierce pitches in the home opener against University of Northern Colorado. The Rams beat the Bears 9-4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

CSU downs Northern Colorado in home opener

Mack Beaulieu
February 27, 2018
Sophomore AJ Ott finishes a swing during a practice round at Fort Collins Country Club. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

CSU golf falters in eighth-place finish in first tournament of spring

Mack Beaulieu
February 27, 2018
Colorado State University's Bridgette Hutton (13) pitches during a game against Buffalo on Friday, March 3, 2017. (Forrest Czarnecki | Collegian)

Bridgette Hutton wins Mountain West Pitcher of the Week

Mack Beaulieu
February 21, 2018
Colorado State pitcher Bridgette Hutton pitches during the third inning against South Dakota on Sunday May 7, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU softball earns three more victories for best start since 1997

Mack Beaulieu
February 19, 2018
Ellen Secor leads CSU to third-place finish in windy Gold Rush

Ellen Secor leads CSU to third-place finish in windy Gold Rush

Mack Beaulieu
February 14, 2018
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 opens season with 4-0 weekend in Texas

Mack Beaulieu
February 12, 2018
Colorado State first baseman Hannah McCorkhill swings against UNLV at Rams Field on Friday April 21, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

CSU softball enters 2018 with fresh legs, added depth

Mack Beaulieu
February 7, 2018
Colorado State shortstop Haley Hutton rounds third on her way home during a game against UNLV at Rams Field on April 21, 2017. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Sportswomen of Colorado recognizes former softball standout Haley Hutton

Mack Beaulieu
February 6, 2018
Annie Brady (32) pushes through San Jose State University on Dec. 30. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

CSU bench plays big in Nevada as Rams extend win streak to four

Mack Beaulieu
February 3, 2018
CSU's foreign golfers share a laugh

CSU’s foreign golfers taking advantage of life, golf in the U.S.

Mack Beaulieu
February 1, 2018
Junior Katrina Prendergast drives the ball during the fall season in 2017. (Photo courtesy of CSU Athletics)

CSU women’s golf opens season with individual play in California

Mack Beaulieu
January 31, 2018
Junior Katrina Prendergast drives the ball during the fall season in 2017. (Photo courtesy of CSU Athletics)

Following impressive finish to the fall, CSU eager for successful spring

Mack Beaulieu
January 25, 2018
CSU Snowboarder shows off his jacket | Courtesy of Sarah Estill

CSU Snowboard Team creates friendship on and off the mountain

Mack Beaulieu
November 27, 2017
Freshman golfer Poon Suyasri. (Photo Courtesy of CSU Athletics)

Suyasri leads CSU men’s golf to third-place finish in final tournament of fall

Mack Beaulieu
November 9, 2017
Growlers with cinnamon roles in front of them. (Photo courtesy of Silver Grill Cafe)

Odell Brewery collaborates with Silver Grill for local holiday tradition

Mack Beaulieu
November 9, 2017
A group of men's dancers stand in honor of the colors during the beginning of the 35th Annual ASIES Pow Wow on Saturday, Nov. 4. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

35th Annual AISES Pow Wow celebrates culture, traditions at CSU

Mack Beaulieu
November 5, 2017
Former CSU men's basketball players JJ Avila (left), John Gillon (Middle) and Gian Clavell (right) will play for the Texas Legends this season. (Photo courtesy of Texas Legends' Twitter)

Former CSU hoops stars reunite with Texas Legends

Mack Beaulieu
November 2, 2017
CSU women's golf finishes third, Prendergast wins first individual title

CSU women’s golf finishes third, Prendergast wins first individual title

Mack Beaulieu
November 1, 2017
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler| Wiki Commons

5 quick and easy BFF Halloween costumes

Mack Beaulieu
October 30, 2017
CSU Climbing coach and sophomore communications student Anna Kelly extends her passion for climbing to others. (Photo courtesy of Anna Kelly)

CSU Climbing coach extends her passion to others

Mack Beaulieu
October 25, 2017
The Colorado weed industry takes several precautions to ensure worker safety. (Jamie Rankin | Collegian)

Beaulieu: Marijuana and alcohol DUI’s should not be treated equally

Mack Beaulieu
October 23, 2017
REEL Rock 12 will screen in Fort Collins Nov. 9. (Photo courtesy of REEL Rock Film Tour)

REEL Rock rolls into FoCo Nov. 9, tickets on sale now

Mack Beaulieu
October 22, 2017
Collegian File Photo

Grocery experiment: Who has the cheapest, most organic food in town?

Mack Beaulieu
October 19, 2017
Miramont Fitness (Olive Ancell | Collegian)

Get strange at the Rec Center’s Harvest Hang Monday

Mack Beaulieu
October 19, 2017
"Go Rams" is one of the many decorations in The Career Center in the basement of the Lory Student Center. Here the staff has prepared for this weekend's celebrations and Football game against Nevada. (Brandon Mendoza | Collegian)

Lory Student Center offices throw down with decorations

Mack Beaulieu
October 13, 2017
Senior softball player Hayleigh Evans poses for a photo. In addition to her work on the field, Evans is pursuing a career in music. (Photo courtesy of Hayleigh Evans)

Atypical softball player: Hayleigh Evans is an entertainer

Mack Beaulieu
October 12, 2017
Beer sampling is a great way to try a little taste of everything a brewery has to offer on tap.

Purpose Brewing brings elegance at a cost

Mack Beaulieu
October 10, 2017
Military personnel carry the American flag off the field after the singing of the National Anthem at the new on-campus stadium. . (Jack Starkebaum | Collegian)

Beaulieu: Football players earn their job, it’s not a privilege

Mack Beaulieu
October 2, 2017
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