The Colorado Mesa University women's lacrosse team faces off against long-time rival Regis University in the RMAC Tournament semifinals for the first time in six years, having previously met in the championship game. The Mavericks (6-11) aim to break a five-game losing streak to the Rangers (12-5), who have defeated them in the last five final matches. The semifinal is scheduled for Thursday at 4 p.m. at Regis Turf Field, following an impressive finish to the regular season for the Mavericks, which included significant wins over Fort Lewis and CSU Pueblo.

By the Numbers
  • Colorado Mesa University scored 38 goals across its last two games (18-6 vs. Fort Lewis; 20-7 vs. CSU Pueblo).
  • Maverick goalkeeper Heather Hawkins has 144 saves this season, just 12 shy of the single-season record of 156.
State of Play
  • Mavericks are making their 12th consecutive RMAC Tournament appearance, maintaining a combined record of 8-11 in prior tournaments.
  • Regis University ranked 20th in NCAA Division II, sharing the RMAC title with an 8-2 conference record.
What's Next

If the Mavericks win, they will advance to the RMAC Championship game for the sixth consecutive season, facing either UCCS or Westminster on Saturday.

Bottom Line

The matchup represents a critical opportunity for the Mavericks to not only redeem previous losses but also secure a spot in the NCAA Division II Tournament by winning the RMAC Championship.