The Colorado State Rams (0-1-0) fell to the Colorado Buffs (1-0-0) in a close match that ended 2-1, despite a strong performance from freshman Ava Wallhead, who scored the Rams' first goal against the Buffs since 2016. The game, delayed by rain and lightning, saw Colorado initially take the lead in the first half with a goal from Reagan Kotschau in the 15th minute. Wallhead's equalizer in the 66th minute was short-lived, as the Buffs regained the lead ten minutes later with a goal from Lilian Zamorano. The Rams' defense, led by goalkeeper Addison Huber, performed well despite the loss, preventing further scoring from Colorado.

By the Numbers
  • Colorado State scored its first goal against Colorado since 2016, ending a long scoring drought.
  • Addison Huber recorded 6 saves out of 21 total shots faced, with 9 being on target.
State of Play
  • The match was affected by weather delays, leading to a late start at 8:30 p.m.
  • CSU's performance marked a competitive effort against a rival, reflecting growth despite the loss.
What's Next

The Rams will host the Denver Pioneers in their 2026 home opener on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at Rams Soccer Field. Upcoming matches present an opportunity for the team to build on their scoring momentum.

Bottom Line

Despite the defeat, the Rams showed signs of improvement, with young talent emerging in a rivalry match. The ability to score against Colorado may signal a turning point for the team's offense as they prepare for future challenges.