The Colorado State University volleyball team was back in Moby Arena tonight kicking off the Mountain West Conference in the first Border War battle of the season against the University of Wyoming. The Rams held their own and defeated the Cowgirls 3-1, starting conference play with a win.
The Rams established an early lead against the Cowgirls, showing great communication, grit and motivation to bring home the Border War. Halfway through the first set, Colorado State was up 15-7, forcing the Cowgirls to reevaluate and work against the scoreboard. As the Cowgirls quickly closed the gap, the Rams shut down their efforts and closed out a quick first set, winning 25-17.