CU Independent · Mar 20, 2021
Buffs upset No. 11 Utah in five sets
The Buffs celebrate their victory against No. 11 Utah at the CU Events Center. March 19, 2021 (Kara Wagenknecht/CU Independent)An all-around talented volleyball team, the University of Colorado Buffaloes, defeated the No. 11 Utah Utes in Boulder Friday night. Despite a winless record on the road, the Buffs took care of business at the CU Events Center in five sets.
But early on, the Buffs immediately appeared to be at a disadvantage. The Utes have some of the strongest arms in the nation, especially senior outside hitter Dani Drews. Despite a slight comeback, Utah’s electric energy, both on and off the court, was enough to hold the Buffs to 19 points, losing set one 19-25.