Mines Basketball Faces Tough Losses in Texas Showdown

Why this matters: These losses highlight the competitive landscape of college basketball and the importance of consistent performance, especially in free-throw shooting. The upcoming home games provide an opportunity for Mines to regroup and showcase their potential.

Women's Basketball vs. Texas Woman's

The Colorado School of Mines women's basketball team hosted #3 Texas Woman's, losing 80-55. Sophia Baal scored 14 points, while Quincey Baum and Emma Sixta added eight points each. Texas Woman's shot 62% from the floor, while Mines was limited to 34%.

Men's Basketball vs. Lubbock Christian

The #25 Lubbock Christian University defeated #10 Colorado School of Mines 63-58. Kendall Dow scored 15 points for LCU. The Chaps shot 87.5% from the free-throw line compared to the Orediggers' 50%. Antonio Pusateri had a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds.

Men's Basketball Preview

Mines was seeking their first win of the season as they headed to Texas to face #25 Lubbock Christian and St. Mary's (TX). Mines was picked to finish second in the RMAC preseason coaches poll and was ranked 10th nationally in the NABC Division II Preseason Coaches Poll. Pryor Orser is in his 25th season as the Orediggers' head coach.

Sophia Baal led the team with 14 points.

Lubbock Christian shot 87.5% from the free-throw line.

Kendall Dow led Lubbock Christian with 15 points.

Mines hosts UT Dallas and UT Tyler on November 21 and 22.

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