The No. 24 Colorado volleyball team was eliminated from the NCAA tournament after a 3-0 loss to No. 15 Indiana in the second round. The match, held on Dec. 5, saw Colorado struggle to maintain momentum, losing sets 25-20, 25-17, and 25-23. Despite a strong performance by Ana Burilovic, the Buffs failed to capitalize on key moments, leading to a disappointing end to their season. Head coach Jesse Mahoney expressed pride in the team's accomplishments, emphasizing their unexpected tournament run. Colorado finished the season with a record of 23-9 and a third-place finish in the Big 12.

By the Numbers
  • Ana Burilovic led the match with 19 kills and 7 digs.
  • Rian Finley tied for the lead in assists with 29 while adding 3 kills.
State of Play
  • Colorado finishes the season with a 23-9 record and a 12-6 conference record.
  • This marks Colorado's 14th NCAA tournament appearance, with a 14-22 all-time record in NCAA play.
What's Next

The team will focus on off-season training and possibly strengthening their lineup through recruitment. With strong performances from key players like Burilovic, there is potential for a more competitive season next year. Additionally, the coaching staff may evaluate strategies to improve their performance in crucial match moments.

Bottom Line

While this loss is a setback, the Buffaloes exceeded expectations this season, transforming from a predicted last-place finish to an NCAA tournament berth. The focus now shifts to building on this foundation for future success.