The Colorado School of Mines women's soccer team has been named the favorite in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Preseason Poll for 2026. The team won the RMAC tournament title last fall with a strong record of 14-2-5 and has made 17 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances. They garnered three first-place votes, finishing with 134 total points, narrowly ahead of Colorado Mesa and UCCS, which ranked second and third, respectively. Additionally, Bella Campos and Natalie Rouse received preseason All-Conference honors for their outstanding prior performances. The Orediggers will start their season on August 27 at Stermole Stadium.

By the Numbers
  • Mines finished 2025 with a record of 14-2-5 and 9-1-2 in league play.
  • The Orediggers received 3 first-place votes and 134 total points in the preseason poll.
State of Play
  • The preseason rankings position Mines as a leading contender for another successful season.
  • Colorado Mesa and UCCS are close behind, suggesting a competitive race for the top.
What's Next

The Orediggers will kick off their season with a home match on August 27 against Rollins, followed by another match against Western Oregon on August 30. The outcome of these early games could solidify their status as RMAC favorites.

Bottom Line

The Colorado School of Mines women’s soccer team, backed by stellar individual performances, aims for a stellar 2026 season and another RMAC championship, building off last year’s success. Their early matches will be critical in establishing momentum for the rest of the season.