
Colorado State Rams Fall 1-0 to South Carolina Gamecocks in Historic First Meeting
The Rams' debut against the Gamecocks ended in a 1‑0 loss, marked by a saved penalty, a red card, and a late winning goal.
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The Rams' debut against the Gamecocks ended in a 1‑0 loss, marked by a saved penalty, a red card, and a late winning goal.

Colorado State University will welcome South Carolina to its soccer field on Sunday at 11:30 a.m., marking a historic non‑conference encounter that pits a 1‑2‑0 Rams squad against a Gamecocks team receiving votes in the United Soccer Coaches Poll.

The Rams’ offense surged with 17 attempts, but Northern Colorado’s defense held firm, with Madeline Mori’s decisive strike in the 82nd minute sealing a 2‑1 victory.

Ava Wallhead scored twice in her first two games for the Rams, delivering the winning goal in a 1-0 home win over the Colorado State Pioneers. Coach Keeley Hagen lauded her physical attributes and goal‑scoring instinct, while teammates praised her speed and work ethic. The match underscored improved teamwork and a hunger for goals that could define the Rams' season.

Despite a weather delay, the Rams and Buffaloes traded goals before Colorado secured a 2‑1 victory. Freshman Ava Wallhead’s debut marker and a flurry of saves kept the match competitive, and the teams look ahead to a 2026 home opener against Denver.