The Colorado Mesa University women's lacrosse team faced a tough semifinal match against the top-seeded Regis University Rangers, ultimately losing 17-10. The Mavericks initially led 7-5 but were overwhelmed by an 11-2 scoring run from the Rangers. Senior Carson Dickey stood out for CMU with four goals, but the Rangers' trio of Aubrey Benton, Maggie Schipfer, and Lexie Springman combined for 14 goals, leading to their victory. This loss marks the end of the Mavericks' season at 6-12, while the Rangers advance to the championship game.

By the Numbers
  • Regis University scored 11 of the last 14 goals in the game.
  • Carson Dickey finished her CMU career with a total of 106 goals, ranking sixth in program history.
State of Play
  • The Mavericks finished the season at 6-12, ending a six-year streak of playoff losses to the Rangers.
  • The Rangers have now secured their place in the championship game against No. 3 seed Westminster.
What's Next

The Rangers are set to compete in the RMAC championship game on Saturday, aiming for a title after defeating the Mavericks and No. 2 seed UCCS in the semifinals. The Mavericks will focus on rebuilding for the next season.

Bottom Line

This loss underscores the Mavericks' ongoing struggles against the Rangers in postseason play while highlighting the need for strategic enhancements as they prepare for next season.