The Colorado Mesa University women's golf team achieved remarkable success by posting its best round in over ten years during the opening round of the 2026 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Championships. With a team score of 292 (+4), they are in second place, trailing nationally-ranked CSU Pueblo by just five strokes. Anju Ogi led the Mavericks with a stellar round of 71 (-1), putting her in sixth place in the individual standings, while teammate Hunter Gledhill followed closely with a round of 72 (E). Three Mavericks are currently among the top ten players after the first day of competition.

By the Numbers
  • Team score of 292 (+4) is the best since 2015-16.
  • Anju Ogi's round of 71 (-1) tied for the best of the season for the Mavs.
  • CMU is currently in second place, five strokes behind CSU Pueblo.
Yes, But

Despite the strong performance, the Mavericks will need to maintain consistent scoring in the remaining rounds to secure a championship victory, as they are up against a nationally ranked team.

State of Play
  • The second round will commence Monday at 8 a.m. PDT (9 a.m. Mountain) with a shotgun start.
  • Three players from CMU are in the top ten, indicating a competitive edge within the team.
What's Next

The Mavericks will look to build on their momentum in the second round, aiming to close the gap on CSU Pueblo and improve their overall standings.

Bottom Line

The Mavs have set a strong foundation with their best performance in a decade, but sustaining excellence in the upcoming rounds will be crucial for a potential championship win.