No. 7 CSU Pueblo Faces No. 14 Mines in Senior Day Showdown
The No. 7 ranked CSU Pueblo ThunderWolves will host No. 14 Colorado School of Mines on Saturday, November 9, for Senior Day at the ThunderBowl. The game serves as a Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference showdown, with CSU Pueblo honoring 21 senior players in a pregame ceremony. The ThunderWolves, currently at 8-1 overall and 7-0 in the RMAC, aim for a share of their ninth all-time RMAC title after winning their last six games. Mines, with a record of 7-2 and a 5-2 mark in conference play, poses a formidable challenge as they have bested CSU Pueblo in their last five encounters.
By the Numbers- CSU Pueblo has won six consecutive games and 14 consecutive RMAC contests.
- ThunderWolves quarterback Roman Fuller recorded 435 passing yards, the second most in school history, with five touchdowns last week.
- Mines' quarterback Evan Foster leads the RMAC with 21 passing touchdowns on 2,320 yards this season.
Despite their strong performance this season, CSU Pueblo has never beaten Mines under the current player roster. The previous five meetings have seen Mines emerge victorious, raising the stakes for the ThunderWolves while they also face a formidable opponent renowned for their competitive edge.
State of Play- CSU Pueblo ranks first in the NCAA Division II Super Region Four rankings, showcasing their dominance this season.
- The ThunderWolves lead the RMAC in scoring (43.7 points per game) and passing offense (323.8 yards per game).
- Mines brings one of the top offenses in the RMAC, scoring an average of 37.2 points per game.
Following this high-stakes matchup, CSU Pueblo will conclude their regular season against Chadron State on November 16. Both teams aim to solidify their playoff positions leading into the postseason.
Bottom LineThis matchup is pivotal for both teams; for CSU Pueblo, it's a chance to honor their seniors and reclaim respect in the rivalry, while Mines seeks to maintain their recent dominance. The outcome could significantly influence playoff seeding in the RMAC as both teams push toward securing favorable postseason positions.
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