The UCCS Mountain Lions edged out the Colorado Mesa Mavericks with a narrow 8-7 victory, scoring the decisive goal just ten seconds before the match ended. The fourth quarter proved pivotal as UCCS held the Mavericks scoreless while outshooting them 13-2. Senior Carson Dickey stood out with a hat trick for CMU, but turnovers and penalties hindered their efforts. The victory marked UCCS's second consecutive win against CMU in this rivalry, improving their season record to 8-5 overall. The Mavericks now sit at 4-10 overall and 3-4 in conference play.

By the Numbers
  • UCCS recorded 36 total shots compared to CMU's 19.
  • The Mavericks committed five turnovers in the fourth quarter alone.
State of Play
  • Maverick goalkeeper Heather Hawkins made 14 saves, eight of which occurred in the fourth quarter.
  • CMU led 7-6 entering the fourth quarter but failed to score in the final period.
What's Next

The Mavericks will face the 19th-ranked Regis University Rangers in their next matchup, who have won eight consecutive games and lead the RMAC standings. This will be critical for CMU as they strive to improve their conference record.

Bottom Line

The Mavericks must refine their play to minimize turnovers and penalty troubles as they head into a tough match against the Rangers. Strengthening their fourth-quarter performance is crucial for any chance of turning their season around.