The Colorado Mesa University Mavericks softball team is set to host the No. 7 Colorado Christian University Cougars for a crucial conference series this weekend. The two teams will compete in doubleheaders on Saturday at noon and Sunday at 11 a.m., coinciding with the university's Beach Bash Weekend celebration. The Mavericks recently secured a series win against Fort Lewis College, showcasing strong offensive performance with a total of 44 runs scored over the weekend.

By the Numbers
  • The Mavericks hold a .313 team batting average and a .492 slugging percentage this season.
  • They recorded 333 hits, 229 runs, and 38 home runs, tying for second in the conference.
State of Play
  • The Mavericks are currently fourth in RMAC standings, just one game behind third place.
  • Coming off their last series, the team has won six consecutive conference series against Fort Lewis.
What's Next

After facing Colorado Christian, the Mavericks will travel to Chadron State for their final road series of the regular season on April 25 and 26.

Bottom Line

This weekend's series against the Cougars is critical for the Mavericks' pursuit of a higher conference ranking and NCAA regional contention, highlighting their impressive recent form and offensive capabilities.