DENVER — Colorado State has landed Illinois State transfer Josiah Strong.  A veteran guard with an ability to light up the gym from deep, Strong comes to CSU with experience in three different programs under his belt.   https://twitter.com/jbuckets5/status/1524760329598783488 The 6-foot-4, 195-pound hoopster started his career at the Naval Academy in 2018-19, where he averaged 3.1 points in about 10…...

Justin Michael talks about CSU’s growing campus and how the only thing that is missing for the school to take the step is consistent athletic success. He also talks about David Roddy competing at the NBA Combine and why no matter what he decides to do it will be good for the hoops program in the big picture. Finally, Justin…

Justin Michael starts the podcast by talking about Colorado State and Colorado agreeing to play each other in basketball this December and why it’s good for both sides. He then talks about Niko Medved’s latest signing, Patrick Cartier, a two-time Division II All-American out of Hillsdale College. Finally, Justin talks about the CSU Volleyball schedule and a historic run from…

DENVER — Patrick Cartier was one of the most coveted Division II transfers in the country this offseason.  With reported interest from multiple high-majors including Colorado, Marquette and Wisconsin, the two-time DII All-American had a variety of suitors to choose from and they all are known for being respectable hoops programs.  https://twitter.com/patrickcartier_/status/1518565929243795456 Instead of playing in a Power 6 conference, on…...

DENVER — After five-plus glorious months of college basketball, the offseason is officially here. Just because there aren’t games happening on the court, though, does not mean that it isn’t an important time for the Colorado State Rams.  Coming off of a successful year in which CSU went 25-6, finished the regular season in the AP Top 25 and secured…...

Justin Michael explains why Ram fans need to relax despite the disappointing news that Kendle Moore will transfer. He talks about the impact Kendle made over the last four years and where his production will be most missed on the court. Justin also explains, though, that the core of the roster is still very talented and that’s why the staff…

Justin Michael talks about the state of CSU Football after six practices this spring. He also gives a few thoughts on what David Roddy’s decision to declare for the NBA Draft means for the future of the program. Finally, Justin plays audio from head coach Jay Norvell. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!  iTunes Link | Stitcher Link |Spotify Link | Google Play

FORT COLLINS — David Roddy has declared for the 2022 NBA Draft while still maintaining his collegiate eligibility. The junior guard/forward officially announced the decision on Twitter Wednesday afternoon.  The news is no surprise for those that have followed the Rams closely. Roddy said on the Brady Hull show, as well as the DNVR Rams Podcast last week that he would…

Justin Michael talks about the Elite 8 matchups and why Saint Peter’s coming up short doesn’t change how cool their story is. Justin also talks about Will Smith smacking Chris Rock at the Oscar’s. Finally, Justin dives into five players that Ram fans should keep an eye on in the transfer portal. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!  iTunes Link | Stitcher Link |Spotify Link | Google…

Justin Michael catches up with David Roddy and the two discuss the NCAA Tournament, including what went wrong for the Rams out in Indianapolis. Justin and David also reflect back on the season and how far the program has come over the last three years. Finally, David gives some insight into his thought process as he tests the NBA waters.…

DENVER — One ‘Moore’ time.  Senior guard Kendle Moore announced on Friday that he will in fact use his extra year of eligibility and return to Colorado State for a fifth season with the Rams.  The 6-foot-0, 155-pound speedster out of Danville, Ill. has played in 120 games over his career and 119 of them were starts — he will return…...

Justin Michael gives his thoughts on the news that Dischon Thomas and Adam Thistlewood will be transferring out of the program. He gives some context to the situation and explains why Ram fans don’t need to panic. Finally, Justin previews the Sweet 16 in the closing segment. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!  iTunes Link | Stitcher Link |Spotify Link | Google Play

DENVER — The end of an era.  Senior forward Adam Thistlewood has officially entered the transfer portal. The news was broken by Verbal Commits on Wednesday evening and was later confirmed by an inside source to DNVR.  One of the first players to sign with Colorado State under Niko Medved, Thistlewood, along with Kendle Moore, served as one of the…...

DENVER — After scoring a team-high 15 points in the loss to Michigan in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament last week, Dischon Thomas has elected to enter the transfer portal.  The news was first reported by Verbal Commits on Wednesday afternoon and was later confirmed to DNVR by an inside source from the program.  https://twitter.com/VerbalCommits/status/1506688029796323336 According to those in…...

DENVER — What a journey.  Colorado State’s season ended much sooner than Ram Nation hoped for. After earning a 6-seed in the NCAA Tournament, the highest-ever for any CSU team, the opportunity to make a deep run was right there for the Green & Gold.  Unlike college football, where if you aren’t one of the 15 richest programs in the…...

INDIANAPOLIS — This one stings.  Colorado State did not trail once in the first 30 minutes against Michigan on Thursday. Early on it even looked like the Rams might run the Wolverines off the floor, as they were able to build up a first-half lead of 15 points with just over 5 minutes left until the break.  Unfortunately, for Ram Nation,…...

Justin Michael is joined by David Roddy of CSU Men’s Basketball. Throughout the podcast the two talk about CSU’s upcoming matchup with the Michigan Wolverines and why Roddy believes the Rams are ready for the moment. David also explains what went wrong in Las Vegas and what the Rams can learn from the experience. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!  iTunes Link | Stitcher…

DENVER — This is March.  It’s been an exciting ride for Colorado State men’s basketball.  The Rams spent six different weeks in the top 25, including finishing at No. 24 in the final AP Poll.  They were led by the conference player of the year David Roddy, who on a nightly basis treated the fans with an all-out effort on both…...

DENVER — The Colorado State Rams are NCAA Tournament bound.  The selection committee announced Sunday that the Rams have received a 6-seed and will face the 11-seeded Michigan Wolverines in the opening round on Thursday. Tip-off is slated for 10:15 a.m. MT in Indianapolis, Ind., and the matchup will be televised on CBS.  https://twitter.com/CSUMBasketball/status/1503137502164570119?s=20&t=2z9Zr15NpATtEIaUFSQNZw For a Rams team that came…