Colin Barnard / Loveland Reporter-Herald)
Dave Thorson sits in his usual post on Colorado State's home bench, Ali Farokhmanesh to his left and Pierce Hornung on his right. CSU is playing Sam Houston State and trailing with less than 10 minutes to play.
Something needs to change, and quick, for the hosts to avoid their fifth consecutive loss. The Rams have been within striking distance for the entire second half, but the all-important bucket or defensive stop that would sway the momentum keeps missing their clutch.
Thorson's elbows are on his knees, his hands grasp a clipboard as he watches the action unfold, waiting for the opportunity to make a difference from the sideline.