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CU and CSU fans face off at the Rocky Mountain Showdown in Fort Collins
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CU and CSU fans face off at the Rocky Mountain Showdown in Fort Collins

FORT COLLINS, Colo. — It wasn’t just any college game day as fans packed Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins on Saturday to watch the Colorado State Rams and the University of Colorado Buffaloes square off in the Rocky Mountain Showdown.

“For college, it’s all about what you have at stake,” said CU alumnus Shawn Daniels.

The Rocky Mountain Showdown returned to Fort Collins for the first time in nearly 30 years, bringing the Buffs and Rams together again for an epic in-state rivalry.

“We need more of that in this city. It’s a wonderful city. We love it so much,” said CSU fan Alex Borg.

The confrontation dates back to 1893.

And for those who couldn’t get the coveted seat, a local bar was their best option.

“I would say it’s been absolutely crazy,” said Road 34 waitress Mikayla Goodman.

Goodman said there wasn’t much they could do to prepare for the line out the door other than get everyone on the ball.

“We got a text saying, ‘No one can take this day off. Everyone who works at Road 34 will be working at Road 34.’ So we’re all here, including our accountant,” Goodman laughed.

While the game didn’t end the way the Rams hoped (CU earned a 28-9 win over CSU), the two will have a rematch five years later.

“It’s a shame it won’t be played until 2029 after this, but it gives both cities a lot to look forward to and love,” Borg said.

CU and CSU fans face off at the Rocky Mountain Showdown in Fort Collins

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