The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) women's lacrosse team made history by clinching its first-ever Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Regular Season Championship with a dramatic 12-11 victory over No. 19 Regis University. After trailing by four goals at halftime, UCCS mounted a remarkable comeback, finishing the regular season with an 8-2 record in RMAC play, tying with Regis. The Mountain Lions previously held a 16-1 all-time record against Regis, making this win particularly significant. This victory sets UCCS up as the No. 2 seed in the upcoming RMAC tournament.

By the Numbers
  • UCCS finishes the regular season 10-5 overall, with an 8-2 RMAC record.
  • This win marks UCCS's first victory over Regis in their 18-match history.
  • UCCS outscored Regis 8-3 in the second half.
State of Play
  • UCCS will face No. 3 seed Westminster University in the RMAC tournament semifinals.
  • This victory caps off a season where UCCS matched their most RMAC wins in a season, tying their 2022 record.
  • Mills achieved her eighth hat trick of the season in this match.
What's Next

UCCS prepares for the RMAC Tournament, scheduled for April 23 and April 25, where they aim to build on their recent success and contend for the championship title.

Bottom Line

The UCCS women's lacrosse team has demonstrated resilience and determination by not only securing a historic championship but also positioning themselves as strong contenders in the upcoming RMAC tournament. Their performance serves as an inspiring milestone for the program and their supporters.