LUBBOCK, Texas (September 6, 2025) — No. 4 Colorado School of Mines secured a 3-1 victory over Lubbock Christian University on Saturday night at the LCU Soccer & Track Complex.
The Lady Chaps opened the season at 0-1-0 following the loss. The Orediggers improved to 2-0-0 overall with the victory.
The scoring began quick as Colorado School of Mines' Bella Campos found the net in the opening minute, giving them an early advantage.
Lubbock Christian responded strategically, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 20th minute when
Lexi De La Cruz scored on a corner kick with assists from
Journey Curs and
Ella Spiller.
Despite
Emma Wright's efforts in goal, Colorado School of Mines regained the lead with a late goal by Natalie Rouse just before the halftime whistle, ending the half 2-1 in favor of the visitors.
Colorado School of Mines extended their lead early in the second half with a goal by Bella Campos in the 49th minute, making it 3-1. The Chaparrals'
Journey Curs attempted to close the gap with multiple shots, including a close effort in the 76th minute that was saved by goalie Allie Lundgren.
Despite sustained pressure and a corner kick opportunity in the 78th minute, the Chaps were unable to capitalize, and the half ended with the score remaining 3-1 in favor of the Orediggers.
Lubbock Christian Top Performers
Emma Wright
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- five saves
- 90 minutes played
Journey Curs
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- one assist
- five shots
- one shot on goal
Lexi De La Cruz
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- one goal
- two shots
- one shot on goal
Ella Spiller
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- one assist
- two shots
GAME NOTES:
- De La Cruz's goal came exactly 364 days after an injury ended her 2024 season
- Three Lady Chap field players -
Emma Best,
Casey Storer, and
Ella Spiller - played all 90 minutes of the match
-
Sydney Smith,
Kali Guy, and
Riley Espinoza all got their first playing time in a Chaparrals uniform
NEXT UP:
LCU will play look to bounce back Monday, when they host CSU-Pueblo at 1 p.m. at the LCU Soccer & Track Complex.
