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Sophomore defense Olivia Barrett sprints down the field in a match versus MSU Denver on Sept. 28. The Mavs defeated the Roadrunners, shutting them out 2-0 on their home turf.

NO ENTRY

Justin Shaw, Sports Editor October 6, 2025

The CMU women’s soccer team carried plenty of momentum into its first road-and-home split of RMAC play, holding a three-match win streak and a perfect start in the conference schedule. Ranked No. 22...

CMU Football players break the huddle with hands and helmets held in the air after defeating Eastern New Mexico University on Sept. 6. The postive energy in the stadium motivated players to perform their best.

MORE THAN FOOTBALL

Justin Shaw, Sports Editor October 6, 2025

On game days at Stocker Stadium, the lights, the roar of the crowd and the sound of the marching band fill the air. But the energy of a football Saturday goes far beyond the scoreboard. There are the...

Junior libero Marli Clausi checks the scoreboard during Saturday’s match versus UCCS. The Mountain Lions came into the match at an undefeated 11-0, and though CMU stayed within arms reach, they ultimately fell short, losing 2-3.

GAME, SET, MATCH

Charlene Clark, Arts & Life Editor October 6, 2025

RMAC Offensive Player of the Week, Sadie Scoville, helped bring the CMU Volleyball team to its current winning season. Scoville is an outside hitter, and leads the team with 93 kills. The 6’0 pin hitter...

Katie Lozano-Monjaraz (3) sprints down the field in Thursday night’s match versus St. Edwards University. The Mavericks opened their season with a statement, shutting out the Hilltoppers 4-0

FOUR GOALS, ZERO DOUBT

Vicente Valadez, Staff Writer September 7, 2025

The CMU women’s soccer team began its 2025 season with a 4-0 victory over St. Edward’s University. The Mavericks are coming off a 14-2-4 season in 2024 that ended in the second round of the NCAA Division...

 Midfielder Ben Kester (center) celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal versus Adam's State.

LAXING THE COMPETITION

Justin Shaw, Co-Sports Editor April 9, 2025

The lacrosse programs are on a streak, defeating both conference and non-conference opponents as they surge through the heart of their seasons. The women’s team has racked up six straight wins to remain...

(From left) Redshirt Junior Alex Spink follows Redshirt Junior Simon Straub and Redshirt Freshman Gustavo Rivera participate in the 1500 meter sprint on April 4 at the Maverick Invitational.

HOME TURF, HIGH MARKS

Justin Shaw, Co-Sports Editor April 9, 2025

Broken clouds riddled the sky with snow as the Colorado Mesa University (CMU) track and field team hosted their first outdoor meet of the season. Despite cold and unpredictable conditions, the Mavs showed...

The Colorado Mesa Womens basketball team breaks their post-game huddle after defeating South Dakota Mines, 73-44. The Mavericks won their thirteenth straight game in their annual Blizzard at Brownson game..

MAVS RUMBLE TO TENTH STRAIGHT

Justin Shaw, Co-Sports Editor March 26, 2025

The Mavericks continued to display their dominance on the court, securing four victories in their last four games and extending their win streak to eleven straight. The Mavericks’ victory over CSU...

Jessalyn Gallegos pitching a game against Regis. 
She has an ERA of 1.96, ranking fifth in the RMAC.

MAVS HOLD STEADY

Julia Wildman, Opinions Editor February 26, 2025

The opening game to the of RMAC play started off strong for the Maverick softball team but coasting may have cost them a chance at sweeping both series. The Mavericks went 2-2 against Regis University...

The Colorado Mesa Womens basketball team breaks their post-game huddle after defeating South Dakota Mines, 73-44. The Mavericks won their thirteenth straight game in their annual Blizzard at Brownson game..

RED-HOT MAVERICKS

Justin Shaw, Co-Sports Editor February 26, 2025

CMU’s men’s and women’s basketball teams are on fire, combining for 18 straight wins as they solidify their standings in the conference. The men’s team, winners of four straight, have surged into...

Sophomore Amber Siverts after a race in the RMAC Championship. Siverts’s women’s team won their seventh straight RMAC tournament last Saturday.

SWIMMERS GET SEVENTH STRAIGHT

Alicia Vuittonet, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

Both the men’s and women’s swim teams dominated yet again, as they grabbed their seventh straight RMAC championship. Both the men’s and women’s teams from Colorado Mesa University (CMU) dominated...

LOADED LACROSSE

LOADED LACROSSE

Dean Allen, Co-Sports Editor February 12, 2025

Following last year’s 11-6 season, the Colorado Mesa University (CMU) women’s team lost only seven seniors, along with the loss of freshman Madi Kruis, who scored 10 goals for the team before injuring...

Junior guard Makayla Moore defending the ball against Regis University. Moore tallied two steals in a good defensive showing on Saturday night. After the 75-60 victory, the team nocthed their eleventh straight victory. The Mavs will look to continue their sustained excellence as they remain atop the 2024 RMAC standings.
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MAVS RUMBLE TO TENTH STRAIGHT

Justin Shaw, Co-Sports Editor February 12, 2025

The Mavericks continued to display their dominance on the court, securing four victories in their last four games and extending their win streak to eleven straight. The Mavericks’ victory over CSU Pueblo...

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