Colorado State Rams Secure Last Spot in NCAA Tournament, Face Virginia in Play-In Game

The Colorado State Rams secured the last spot in the NCAA Tournament with a burst of applause at Canvas Stadium upon seeing their name on the selection show. Excited but undeterred by facing the University of Virginia in a play-in game on Tuesday in Dayton, Ohio, the Rams are set to make their mark on the 64-team bracket.

In a matchup that promises intense competition, the winner of the Colorado State-Virginia game will advance to face Texas in the first round in Charlotte, N.C. The Rams, representing the Mountain West conference, were one of six teams from the conference to make it to the tournament, including San Diego State, Utah State, Boise State, Nevada, and New Mexico with varying seedings.

Colorado State’s head coach emphasized the honor of being invited to the NCAA Tournament and highlighted the challenge of earning an at-large bid. Additionally, he expressed surprise at the seeding of Mountain West teams, vowing to use it as motivation to prove their worth on the national stage.

With a 4-12 record in NCAA Tournament history, the Rams are eager to create a new chapter. Their last appearance was two years ago, falling in the first round to Michigan. The upcoming matchup against Virginia, fresh off their ACC Tournament run, presents an intriguing challenge for Colorado State.

Point guard for the Rams shared insights on Virginia’s style of play, acknowledging their talent and coaching prowess under Tony Bennett. As preparations intensify for the tournament clash, both teams are gearing up for a high-stakes battle on the court.