Colorado Mesa University's women's lacrosse team achieved significant recognition in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) with standout Avery Irlbeck being named Midfielder of the Year. The team secured three first-team and three second-team selections, along with two honorable mentions, as announced ahead of the RMAC Tournament Semifinals. Notably, Irlbeck is CMU's primary draw control specialist, and her contributions, along with those of defenders Astone and McClimans, played a crucial role in the team's performance. This recognition continues a tradition of excellence for Mavericks' athletes in the RMAC.

By the Numbers
  • Avery Irlbeck leads the team with 51 draw controls and 10 goals this season.
  • Heather Hawkins ranks second in the RMAC with a 10.33 goals against average and made 144 saves this season.
State of Play
  • The Mavs secured the No. 4 seed for the RMAC Tournament, marking their 12th consecutive appearance.
  • They will face top-seeded Regis in the tournament semifinals scheduled for 4 p.m. today.
What's Next

As the Mavericks advance to the RMAC Tournament, their performance against Regis could impact future matchups and playoff seeding. Continued strong performances from Irlbeck and the defense could position them for a potential upset in the semifinals.

Bottom Line

The achievements of CMU's women's lacrosse team highlight the depth of talent on the roster, particularly through players like Irlbeck, which could influence their trajectory in the RMAC playoffs and elevate the team's profile nationally.