Colorado State University Athletics
Rams Host Spring Spotlight April 11
3/27/2026 8:30:00 AM | Football
Get your first look at the 2026 roster while watching a scrimmage and fun for the family
FORT COLLINS – The 2026 football season will be here before we know it. Join the Colorado State football program for the UCHealth Spring Spotlight presented by McDonald's and Courtyard by Marriott on April 11 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM in Canvas Stadium. The event is FREE and open to the public, giving fans a chance to watch and meet the 2026 roster.
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"We are encouraged by the progress our football team has made during winter workouts and spring practice," said coach Jim Mora. "Our players are working hard and are excited to connect with Ram Country. Several of us have only been in Fort Collins for a short period of time, but it does not take long to appreciate how special Colorado State and this community are."
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Scrimmage
The football program will host a scrimmage for the final time during its spring ball period. The team will scrimmage from approximately 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Hear from coach Jim Mora himself throughout the scrimmage as he explains the drills, purpose and desired outcomes.
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Autographs
Meet the team immediately following the scrimmage at 1:00 PM and get pictures and autographs on Sonny Lubick Field.
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Youth Sport Experience
All students, eighth grade and under, are welcome and invited to participate in the free Youth Sports Experience on Sonny Lubick Field from 8:30 – 9:15 AM. Registration is required HERE.
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Kids Zone
The fun for the kids does not stop when the Spring Spotlight begins as the Rams take the field. Head over to the north plaza for the CSU kids zone featuring face painting, inflatables and more!
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Tune In
Unable to make it to Canvas Stadium and the Spring Spotlight? You don't have to miss out, tune in to a broadcast of the event on the Varsity Network App, locally on K99.1 FM and  Rams Radio Network starting at 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM. The broadcast, led by Voice of the Rams Brian Roth, will feature Colorado State Director of Athletics John Weber, as well as Coach Mora and other members of the football staff upon completion of the scrimmage.
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Rams Live
Tune in to Rams Live starting at 10:00 AM as Ruby Kayser talks all things Colorado State football, including interviews with special guests. Watch the show on CSU Athletics, X, Facebook and YouTube pages.
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Gear Up for Summer
Official Rams merchandise will be available during the Spring Spotlight. The Team Store on the northwest corner of Canvas Stadium will be open from 8-11 AM and then 1-2 PM. Inside Canvas Stadium, the west concourse store (by section 128) will be open from 10 AM – 1 PM.
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Parking
Parking is free and all fans are welcome to park on Meridian Ave, Lot #240 and Lot #425. Map
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Concessions
Hungry? Thirsty? Don't worry, select concession stands will be open on the west concourse to grab your favorite game day beverage or snack. The New Belgium porch on the north end of the stadium will also be open during the Spotlight.
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2026 Tickets
The Rams Sales Team will be available all afternoon. Learn about season tickets, group tickets, tailgate opportunities and all ways to support CSU Football and be part of the Rams' first season in the new Pac-12 Conference.
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Season tickets and tailgate packages can be purchased today by visiting CSURams.com/FBTickets or by calling 800-491-RAMS (7267).
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2026 Schedule
The full 2026 schedule has been announced and will feature seven home games inside Canvas Stadium. The Rams not only kick off their first season in the Pac-12, but also host rival Wyoming and former long-time league foe BYU for non-conference games.
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"We are encouraged by the progress our football team has made during winter workouts and spring practice," said coach Jim Mora. "Our players are working hard and are excited to connect with Ram Country. Several of us have only been in Fort Collins for a short period of time, but it does not take long to appreciate how special Colorado State and this community are."
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Scrimmage
The football program will host a scrimmage for the final time during its spring ball period. The team will scrimmage from approximately 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Hear from coach Jim Mora himself throughout the scrimmage as he explains the drills, purpose and desired outcomes.
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Autographs
Meet the team immediately following the scrimmage at 1:00 PM and get pictures and autographs on Sonny Lubick Field.
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Youth Sport Experience
All students, eighth grade and under, are welcome and invited to participate in the free Youth Sports Experience on Sonny Lubick Field from 8:30 – 9:15 AM. Registration is required HERE.
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Kids Zone
The fun for the kids does not stop when the Spring Spotlight begins as the Rams take the field. Head over to the north plaza for the CSU kids zone featuring face painting, inflatables and more!
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Tune In
Unable to make it to Canvas Stadium and the Spring Spotlight? You don't have to miss out, tune in to a broadcast of the event on the Varsity Network App, locally on K99.1 FM and  Rams Radio Network starting at 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM. The broadcast, led by Voice of the Rams Brian Roth, will feature Colorado State Director of Athletics John Weber, as well as Coach Mora and other members of the football staff upon completion of the scrimmage.
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Rams Live
Tune in to Rams Live starting at 10:00 AM as Ruby Kayser talks all things Colorado State football, including interviews with special guests. Watch the show on CSU Athletics, X, Facebook and YouTube pages.
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Gear Up for Summer
Official Rams merchandise will be available during the Spring Spotlight. The Team Store on the northwest corner of Canvas Stadium will be open from 8-11 AM and then 1-2 PM. Inside Canvas Stadium, the west concourse store (by section 128) will be open from 10 AM – 1 PM.
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Parking
Parking is free and all fans are welcome to park on Meridian Ave, Lot #240 and Lot #425. Map
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Concessions
Hungry? Thirsty? Don't worry, select concession stands will be open on the west concourse to grab your favorite game day beverage or snack. The New Belgium porch on the north end of the stadium will also be open during the Spotlight.
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2026 Tickets
The Rams Sales Team will be available all afternoon. Learn about season tickets, group tickets, tailgate opportunities and all ways to support CSU Football and be part of the Rams' first season in the new Pac-12 Conference.
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Season tickets and tailgate packages can be purchased today by visiting CSURams.com/FBTickets or by calling 800-491-RAMS (7267).
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2026 Schedule
The full 2026 schedule has been announced and will feature seven home games inside Canvas Stadium. The Rams not only kick off their first season in the Pac-12, but also host rival Wyoming and former long-time league foe BYU for non-conference games.
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