The Colorado State University Pueblo women's lacrosse team ended their 2026 season with a 20-7 loss to Colorado Mesa. The ThunderWolves finished the season with a 5-11 overall record and 2-8 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC). Colorado Mesa, with this victory, improved to 6-11 overall and secured the No. 4 seed in the RMAC Tournament. Notably, this season marked the Pack's highest win total since 2019 and equaled the program record for games played in a season at 16. Key contributors for the ThunderWolves included freshman Ainsley Jackson and junior Reese Wasmund, who each excelled despite the loss.

By the Numbers
  • CSU Pueblo finished the season with a 5-11 record, including 2-8 in RMAC play.
  • Reese Wasmund scored three goals and had one assist in her final game, while Ainsley Jackson scored two goals, finishing the season with 31 goals.
  • The team recorded 178 caused turnovers, ranking third in the program's single-season history.
  • CSU Pueblo took 13 shots compared to Colorado Mesa's 46.
State of Play
  • The ThunderWolves ranked third in their school's history for total draws with 218 this season.
  • The loss marked the final appearance for four seniors: Wasmund, Allendorf, Drinkwater, and Rinn.
  • The team's performance this season was an improvement, showing growth from previous years.
What's Next

As the season concludes, the ThunderWolves will focus on recruiting and training to build on this year鈥檚 successes for the next season. With four seniors graduating, new talent will be pivotal for maintaining momentum and competitiveness in the RMAC.

Bottom Line

Despite a challenging season finale, CSU Pueblo's women's lacrosse team showed significant progress in 2026, setting the stage for future success. The combination of returning talent and potential new recruits makes the upcoming season a key focus for the program's growth.