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CSM ends season with 61-53 victory at CCU

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (Feb. 23, 2008) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Colorado Christian University by the score of 61-53 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Saturday night, February 23rd, at the Cougar Event Center in Lakewood. For the box score, click here.

CSM's Emily Dalton went 10-of-12 from the floor, grabbed seven rebounds and led all players with 23 points. Peanut Eickelman (16 points) connected on 4-of-5 three-point FG attempts and reached double figures in scoring for the fifth straight game while Kelsey Crist added seven boards and four assists. The Orediggers (13-16 overall, 8-11 RMAC) outscored the Cougars 28-12 in the first half.

Talmai Aguirre (9-of-9 FT) had seven steals and led Colorado Christian University (13-16 overall, 9-9 RMAC) with 22 points.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Roadrunners defeats Mines, 66-46

DENVER, Colo. (Feb. 22, 2008) - The Metropolitan State College of Denver defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 66-46 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday night, February 22nd, at the Auraria Events Center in Denver. For the box score, click here.

Metro State (18-9 overall, 14-5 RMAC), which outscored CSM 32-16 in the second half, got a team-most 19 points from Paige Powers. Powers converted on 5-of-7 three-point FG attempts and finished with six rebounds while Ashley Mickens (six assists) recorded a 10-point, 10-rebound double-double.

Mines' Peanut Eickelman (6-of-9 FG, three assists, 4-of-4 FT), who connected on all four of her three-point FG attempts led all players with 20 points as the Orediggers fell to 12-16 overall (7-11 RMAC).

The Orediggers will conclude their 2007-08 season by playing at Colorado Christian University on Saturday, February 23rd, at 5:00 p.m. at the Cougar Event Center in Lakewood.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Regis University defeats CSM, 63-57

GOLDEN, Colo. (Feb. 16, 2008) - Regis University defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 63-57 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Saturday night, February 16th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

Regis University, which held a 36-22 lead at halftime, survived a second-half rally by CSM to improve to 13-12 overall (9-8 RMAC). RU's Courtney Ault (6-of-13 from three-point range) led her team with 20 points while Stevi Seitz (team-most eight rebounds) and Paulina Tuell (6-of-10 FG) concluded the evening with 15 and 13 points, respectively.

The Orediggers' Stevie Hagemeister (8-of-12 FG) amassed a team-high 20 points as Mines fell to 12-15 overall (7-10 RMAC). Emily Dalton recorded a 14-point, 11-rebound double-double for the Orediggers, who out-rebounded Regis 41 to 31. Peanut Eickelman chipped in with 14 points, as well.

Mines will conclude the regular-season portion of its 2007-08 schedule by playing at Metro State and Colorado Christian University on Friday and Saturday, February 22nd and 23rd. Both games are scheduled to tip-off at 5:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Mines downs UCCS, 67-46

GOLDEN, Colo. (Feb. 15, 2008) - Colorado School of Mines defeated the University of Colorado - Colorado Springs by the score of 67-46 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday evening, February 15th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

CSM's Emily Dalton (7-of-12 FG) led all players with 16 points while Peanut Eickelman (four rebounds, seven assists, three steals) and Julie Marshall (4-of-5 FG, two steals) contributed 10 points apiece. Dalton also grabbed a team-most seven rebounds as the Orediggers improved to 12-14 overall (7-9 RMAC).

UCCS was paced by Jazzmin Awa-Williams (11-of-15 FT), who recorded a team-high 15 points. Emily Jenkins chipped in with seven points and a game-high nine rebounds for the Mountain Lions (11-17 overall, 5-12 RMAC).

The Orediggers will conclude the home portion of their 2007-08 regular-season schedule by hosting Regis University on Saturday evening, February 16th, at 6:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Orediggers soar past Eagles, 80-61

GOLDEN, Colo. (Feb. 9, 2008) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Chadron State College by the score of 80-61 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Saturday evening, February 9th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

CSM's Brecca Gaffney finished with a game-high 21 points as the Orediggers improved to 11-14 overall (6-9 RMAC). Gaffney (seven rebounds, three assists) went 5-of-8 from the field and 11-of-14 from the free throw line. Peanut Eickelman (6-of-9 FG) amassed 19 points, five rebounds, four assists and three steals in a winning cause, as well. The Orediggers' Emily Dalton contributed 16 points and concluded the night with a game-most nine rebounds.

Chadron State's Samantha Arkulari led the Eagles (7-16 overall, 4-12 RMAC) with 13 points while Sunni Busch and Kristy Long recorded 12 points apiece.

CSM will conclude the home portion of its 2007-08 regular-season schedule by hosting UC - Colorado Springs and Regis University on Friday and Saturday, February 15th and 16th, at Lockridge Arena. Both games are scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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UNK posts 63-48 win at Colorado Mines

GOLDEN, Colo. (Feb. 8, 2008) - The University of Nebraska - Kearney defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 63-48 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday evening, February 8th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

UNK's Amy Mathis (7-of-11 FG) registered a game-high 18 points while Jade Meads (game-most eight rebounds) finished with 13 points of her own. Melissa Hinkley added 11 points and six boards as the Lopers improved to 20-5 overall (13-2 RMAC).

Mines, which fell to 10-14 overall (5-9 RMAC), got a team-high 13 points from Emily Dalton (6-of-9 FG). Stevie Hagemeister contributed nine points and Peanut Eickelman chipped in with four assists and five steals.

CSM will host Chadron State on Saturday night, Feb. 9th, at 6:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Mines falls at UCCS, 52-47

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Feb. 2, 2008) - The University of Colorado - Colorado Springs defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 52-47 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Saturday evening, February 2nd, at The Lions' Den. For the box score, click here.

Tonya Tripp (four steals, six rebounds) and Nancy Hoist (seven rebounds) registered 10 points apiece for the Mountain Lions, who improved to 10-14 overall (4-9 RMAC).

CSM's Emily Dalton led all scorers with 12 points and Savannah Afoa collected a team-high seven rebounds. Brecca Gaffney, Peanut Eickelman (five assists) and Stevie Hagemeister (three assists) all finished with six rebounds as the Orediggers dropped to 10-13 overall (5-8 RMAC).

Mines will host Nebraska - Kearney on Friday, Feb. 8th, and Chadron State on Sat., Feb. 9th. Both games are scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Regis University downs CSM, 63-52

DENVER, Colo. (Feb. 1, 2008) - Regis University defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 63-52 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday evening, February 1st, at the Regis Fieldhouse. For the box score, click here.

Four Rangers reached double digits in scoring, including Breanne Burley (five rebounds, six assists), who led Regis with 17 points. Stevi Seitz (six rebounds) and Courtney Ault (four assists) registered 12 points apiece while Paulina Tuell (6-of-6 FT) had 10 points. The Rangers, who shot just 35.8 % from the field (19-of-53), improved to 11-10 overall (7-6 RMAC).

Emily Dalton (6-of-9 FG, three assists, 6-of-6 FT) led all players with 18 points as Mines dropped to 10-12 overall (5-7 RMAC). Peanut Eickelman (10 points) and Brecca Gaffney each hauled in six rebounds while Savannah Afoa and Stevie Hagemeister (nine points) snared five boards apiece.

Mines will play UC - Colorado Springs on Saturday, Feb. 2nd, at 6:00 p.m. at The Lions' Den.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Orediggers knock off UNK, 73-61

KEARNEY, Neb. (Jan. 26, 2008) - Colorado School of Mines defeated the University of Nebraska - Kearney by the score of 73-61 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Saturday afternoon, January 26th, at the Health & Sports Center. For the box score, click here.

Emily Dalton, who went 11-of-14 from the field and grabbed five rebounds, tallied a team-high 25 points as Mines improved to 10-11 overall (5-6 RMAC). Peanut Eickelman (six assists) scored 16 points while Savannah Afoa led Mines with six boards. Mines, which out-rebounded UNK 30 to 27, shot 63.6 % from the field (28-of-44) on Saturday.

Nebraska - Kearney's Amy Mathis (team-best seven rebounds) and Jade Meads registered 26 and 14 points, respectively, as the Lopers (16-5, 9-2 RMAC) endured just their second conference loss of the 2007-08 campaign.

Mines will play Regis University on Friday, Feb. 1st (7:00 p.m.), and at UC - Colorado Springs on Saturday, Feb. 2nd (6:00 p.m.).

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Chadron State clips CSM, 60-58, in overtime

CHADRON, Neb. (Jan. 24, 2008) - Chadron State College defeated Colorado School of Mines in overtime by the score of 60-58 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Thursday evening, January 24th, at Armstrong Gymnasium. For the box score, click here.

After trailing 30-20 at halftime, the Orediggers got 18 second-half points from Peanut Eickelman to help force overtime. With just over four minutes remaining in the second half, Chadron State led 53-47, but Mines' Emily Dalton tallied the final six points in regulation to send the contest into overtime.

CSM established a brief one-point lead (54-53) at 4:08 in the extra stanza, but CSC went on to build a four-point advantage with 1:32 to play. Trailing by two with one second remaining on the clock, CSM had its final scoring opportunity erased when the Eagles' Corissa Kesterson blocked Eickelman's three-point FG attempt.

Three Chadron State starters amassed double figures in scoring, including Samantha Arkulari (7-of-9 FT), who led the Eagles with 15 points. Chelsea DeHaven (six rebounds) and Sunni Busch (nine rebounds) compiled 11 and 13 points, respectively, for the Eagles (6-12 overall, 4-7 RMAC), who were outscored 33-23 in the second half.

Eickelman, who went 6-of-11 from the floor and 4-of-7 from three-point range, led all scorers with a career-best 22 points. Eickelman also enjoyed a perfect evening at the free throw line (6-of-6) as the Orediggers dropped to 9-11 overall (4-6 RMAC). Dalton finished with 13 points and seven rebounds while Kelsey Crist registered four steals and seven rebounds.

CSM will play at Nebraska - Kearney on Saturday, January 26th.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Metro State defeats Colorado School of Mines, 60-42

GOLDEN, Colo. (Jan. 19, 2008) - The Metropolitan State College of Denver defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 60-42 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Saturday evening, January 19th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

Metro State got a team-high 15 points from Paige Powers (three assists, 5-of-5 FT) while Cassondra Bratton and Stephanie Sauter (four steals) chipped in with 11 and 12 points, respectively. Bratton led all players with nine rebounds as the Roadrunners improved to 11-6 overall (7-2 RMAC).

Emily Dalton (five rebounds, 6-of-6 FT) finished with a game-high 20 points for the Orediggers, who shot just 25.5 % from the floor. Peanut Eickelman (three steals) snared a team-most seven boards as CSM fell to 9-10 overall (4-5 RMAC).

CSM will play at Chadron State on Thursday, January 24th, and at Nebraska - Kearney on Saturday, January 26th.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Oredigger women notch 54-52 OT win vs. CCU

GOLDEN, Colo. (Jan. 18, 2008) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Colorado Christian University in overtime by the score of 54-52 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday evening, January 18th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

Mines trailed by 10 points with 8:45 remaining in the second half before rallying to tie the contest at 42-42 with just under two minutes to play. After CCU (9-11 overall, 5-4 RMAC) regained a three-point advantage, a three-point field goal by CSM's Peanut Eickelman with only 12 seconds remaining sent the affair into overtime. Mines, which never trailed in the extra period, outscored the Cougars 7-5 in overtime to prevail and improve to 9-9 overall (4-4 RMAC).

The Orediggers' Emily Dalton (11-of-13 FT) registered a 21-point, 14-rebound double-double while Savannah Afoa finished with 10 points, nine rebounds and six blocked shots.

Talmai Aguirre (9-of-10 FT) paced the Cougars with 18 points.

Colorado School of Mines will host Metro State on Saturday, January 19th, at 6:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Adams State defeats Mines, 47-40

ALAMOSA, Colo. (Jan. 11, 2008) - Adams State College defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 47-40 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday evening, January 11th, at Plachy Hall. For the box score, click here.

ASC's Laurel Mortensen (10-of-20 FG, six rebounds) led all players with 26 points while Vera Jo Bustos concluded the evening with 15 points. The Grizzlies improved to 8-7 overall (5-2 RMAC) despite shooting only 30.2 % (16-of-53) from the field.

The Orediggers, who shot 34.0 % (17-of-50) from the floor, were paced by Emily Dalton's 14 points. Peanut Eickelman hauled in a game-best 10 rebounds for Mines, which committed 22 turnovers. Savannah Afoa, Dalton and Brecca Gaffney grabbed eight, seven and six rebounds, respectively, as the Orediggers fell to 8-9 overall (3-4 RMAC). CSM, which attempted only five free throws for the second straight game, out-rebounded the Grizzlies 41 to 33.

The Orediggers will host Colorado Christian University on Friday, Jan. 18th, and Metro State on Saturday, Jan. 19th, at Lockridge Arena. Both games are scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Mines drops 62-54 decision at CSU - Pueblo

PUEBLO, Colo. (Jan. 10, 2008) - Colorado State University - Pueblo defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 62-54 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Thursday evening, January 10th, at the Colorado State Fair Events Center. For the box score, click here.

CSU - Pueblo, which led 41-26 at the half, got a game-best 21 points from Lindsay Black. Jonnie Draper (5-of-8 FG) and Mary Rehfeld added 13 and 11 points, respectively. The Thunderwolves improved to 10-5 overall (4-3 RMAC) despite shooting just 36.7 % (22-of-60) from the floor.

Stevie Hagemeister connected on 7-of-11 field goal attempts - including 3-of-4 from three-point range - while amassing a team-high 17 points for the Orediggers. Brecca Gaffney (13 points, 13 rebounds) and Savannah Afoa (10 points, 10 rebounds) each recorded double-doubles as Mines fell to 8-8 overall (3-3 RMAC). CSM, which out-rebounded the Thunderwolves 37 to 33, only attempted five free throws.

The Orediggers will play at Adams State College (Alamosa, Colo.) on Friday, January 11th, at 6:00 p.m. at Plachy Hall.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Skyhawks register 68-47 win over Orediggers

GOLDEN, Colo. (Jan. 5, 2008) - Fort Lewis College defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 68-47 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Saturday evening, January 5th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

Four FLC starters reached double figures in scoring as the Skyhawks (12-1 overall, 5-0 RMAC) remained undefeated in conference play. Erin Kerr recorded a game-high 13 points while Laura Haugen and Lauren Redfern came away with 12 points apiece. Emily Dalton (4-of-5 FG) compiled a 12-point, 11 rebound double-double for the Orediggers (8-7 overall, 3-2 RMAC), who committed 25 turnovers.

The Orediggers will play at Colorado State University - Pueblo on Thursday, January 10th, and at Adams State College on Friday, January 11th. Both games are scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Mesa State registers 60-49 win over Mines

GOLDEN, Colo. (Jan. 4, 2008) - Mesa State College defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 60-49 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday evening, January 4th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

Four Mavericks reached double figures in scoring, including Brittany Fowler, who amassed a game-high 17 points. Abby Hancock and Stephanie Delgado compiled 14 points and nine rebounds, respectively, for Mesa State (4-9 overall, 2-3 RMAC), which overcame 24 turnovers.

Colorado School of Mines, which shot just 25.0 % from the field, got a team-most 16 points from Brecca Gaffney (seven rebounds). Stevie Hagemeister contributed nine points and seven boards for the Orediggers, who suffered their first conference loss and fell to 8-6 overall (3-1 RMAC).

The Orediggers will host Fort Lewis College on Saturday evening, January 5th, at 6:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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University of Mary, CSM record victories at Mines Holiday Classic

GOLDEN, Colo. (Dec. 29, 2007) - The University of Mary and Colorado School of Mines both posted victories during day-two action at the 2007-08 Mines Holiday Classic on Saturday afternoon, December 29th, at Lockridge Arena. The University of Mary defeated Adams State by the score of 71-64 while the Colorado School of Mines Orediggers came away with a 66-46 victory over Bethany (Kan.) College.

In the early game, four players reached double figures in scoring for the Marauders (7-4 overall), including Sonny Schulz who registered a game high of 20 points, shooting a perfect 8-of-8 from the free throw line. Liz Sipma scored 13 points while Nicci Landdeck and Kristin Bear chipped in with 12 and 11 points, respectively. Nicole Tatum led the Grizzlies (6-6 overall) with 20 points. For the box score, click here.

The Orediggers (8-5 overall) came away with a victory in the second match-up of the day, scoring a 20-point victory over the Swedes. Emily Dalton led the Orediggers for the second night in a row as she was the lone Oredigger to score in double figures with 16 points. Both Savannah Afoa and Stevie Hagemeister ended with a game high of seven boards. The Swedes (7-6 overall) were paced by Roni Whitman's 14 points. For the box score , click here.

CSM will resume the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) portion of its schedule by hosting Mesa State College on Friday, January 4th, and Fort Lewis College on Saturday, January 5th. Tip off is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. both nights at Lockridge Arena.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Assistant Sports Information Director Lori Walker at lhubbart@mines.edu.

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Adams State, University of Mary record victories at Mines Holiday Classic

GOLDEN, Colo. (Dec. 28, 2007) - Adams State College and the University of Mary both posted victories during opening-day action at the 2007-08 Mines Holiday Classic on Friday afternoon, December 28th, at Lockridge Arena. Adams State defeated Bethany (Kan.) College by the score of 73-52 while the University of Mary got past Colorado School of Mines in overtime by the count of 71-67.

In the early game, three players reached double figures in scoring for the Grizzlies (6-5 overall), including Laurel Mortensen, who registered a game-high 17 points. Nicole Tatum (six rebounds) and Crystal Loch (7-of-8 FG, team-best seven rebounds) tallied 15 points apiece for Adams State (NCAA Division II), which out-rebounded the Swedes 49 to 37. Roni Whitman led Bethany College (NAIA) with 16 points while RaChelle Gaylord hauled in a game-high eight rebounds. The Swedes shot just 35.6 % from the field (21-of-59) while falling to 7-5 overall. For the box score, click here.

Trailing by seven points with 1:06 remaining in regulation, Colorado School of Mines got a pair of three-point field goals from Peanut Eickelman during an 8-1 run to send the game into overtime. However, the University of Mary (6-4 overall) never trailed during the extra period and came away victorious in the match up between NCAA Division II schools. The Marauders' Kayla Rogers led all players with 20 points while Anna Skala and Nicci Landdeck, who finished with six rebounds apiece, recorded 15 and 10 points, respectively. Emily Dalton (7-of-11 FG) and Blakelee Midyett (8-of-9 FT, six rebounds) both had 18 points while Eickelman (four assists) concluded the game with 17 points. Brecca Gaffney grabbed a game-most eight boards, as well, as CSM fell to 7-5 overall. The Orediggers, who out-rebounded the University of Mary 47 to 40, shot just 18.2 % in the opening half and trailed 36-21 at the break. For the box score, click here.

The second and final day of the 2007-08 Mines Holiday Classic will take place on Saturday, December 29th, at Lockridge Arena. Adams State will square off against the University of Mary in the 2:00 p.m. game and Mines will host Bethany College in the 4:00 p.m. contest.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Orediggers win fifth straight with 69-63 victory at Hawaii Pacific

HONOLULU, Hawaii (Dec. 22, 2007) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Hawaii Pacific University by the score of 69-63 in non-conference NCAA Division II women's basketball action on Saturday night. For the box score, click here.

Emily Dalton tallied a team-high 20 points for the Orediggers (7-4 overall), who won their fifth consecutive game. Dalton went 9-of-14 from the field and recorded a game-most eight rebounds while Peanut Eickelman (four assists) and Stevie Hagemeister amassed 14 and 11 points, respectively.

Hawaii Pacific (0-8 overall) was paced by Ashley Jenkins, who registered a game-high 23 points.

The Orediggers will host the Mines Holiday Classic on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 28th and 29th, at Lockridge Arena. On Friday, Bethany (Kan.) College will square off against Adams State College at 2:00 p.m. and CSM will host the University of Mary at 4:00 p.m. On Saturday, the University of Mary will play Adams State at 2:00 p.m. and Mines will host Bethany at 4:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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CSM defeats BYU - Hawaii, 69-62

LAIE, Hawaii (Dec. 21, 2007) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Brigham Young University - Hawaii by the score of 69-62 in non-conference NCAA Division II women's basketball action on Friday. For the box score, click here.

Blakelee Midyett led Mines with 11 points while Peanut Eickelman (four assists) and Stevie Hagemeister each recorded 10 points. Brecca Gaffney hauled in a game-high nine rebounds for the Orediggers, who overcame 29 turnovers to improve to 6-4 overall.

BYU - Hawaii (0-8 overall) got a game-most 22 points from Richelle Fenenbock.

The Orediggers will play at Hawaii Pacific University on Saturday, Dec. 22nd, at 8:00 p.m. (Mountain Standard Time) in Honolulu, Hawaii.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Orediggers move to 3-0 in RMAC with 56-51 victory at WNMU

SILVER CITY, N.M. (Dec. 16, 2007) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Western New Mexico University by the score of 56-51 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Sunday evening at Drag's Court. For the box score, click here.

The Orediggers' Emily Dalton (6-of-10 FG, four assists) led all scorers with 14 points while Brecca Gaffney (6-of-9 FG) concluded the night with 13 points and eight rebounds. Stevie Hagemeister added nine points, as well, as Colorado School of Mines improved to 3-0 in conference play (5-4 overall).

Whitney Lewis recorded 11 points and a game-most nine rebounds for Western New Mexico University (0-9, 0-3 RMAC).

The Orediggers will play at BYU - Hawaii (Laie, Hawaii) at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 21st, before traveling to Honolulu to face Hawaii Pacific University at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22nd. Game times listed above are Mountain Standard Time.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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CSM remains undefeated in RMAC play with win at New Mexico Highlands

LAS VEGAS, N.M. (Dec. 14, 2007) - Colorado School of Mines defeated New Mexico Highlands University in overtime by the score of 75-70 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Friday evening at the John A. Wilson Complex. For the box score, click here.

Three Orediggers reached double figures in scoring, including Emily Dalton, who ended the night with a career-high 29 points. Brecca Gaffney had her first double-double of the season, amassing 15 points and 14 boards. Blakelee Midyett was the third Oredigger to reach double figures with 10 points as CSM improved to 4-4 overall (2-0 RMAC).

NMHU's Delischa Utsey led the Cowgirls (0-7, 0-3 RMAC) with 23 points.

CSM will return to action on Sunday night, Dec. 16th, with a 6:00 p.m. game at Western New Mexico University.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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CSM defeats Western State, 71-55

GOLDEN, Colo. (Dec. 6, 2007) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Western State College by the score of 71-55 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) women's basketball action on Thursday evening at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

Three Orediggers reached double figures in scoring, including Emily Dalton, who led all players in points (16), rebounds (eight) and assists (four). Brecca Gaffney (six rebounds) and Peanut Eickelman (3-of-5 from three-point range) added 15 and 10 points, respectively, as CSM improved to 3-4 overall (1-0 RMAC). Western State's Sarai Martinez led the Mountaineers (6-2, 0-1 RMAC) with 14 points.

The Orediggers will play at New Mexico Highlands University on Friday, December 14th, and at Western New Mexico University on Sunday, December 16th.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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CSM Falls to Montana State - Billings, 67-55

GOLDEN, Colo. (Dec. 1, 2007) - Montana State University - Billings defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 67-55 in NCAA Division II non-conference women's basketball action at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

The Orediggers went into halftime tied 32-32 with the Yellowjackets, but were unable to come up with a win as they were outscored 35-23 in the second half. CSM was led by Emily Dalton, who shot 6-of-8 from the floor and ended the contest with 13 points. Savannah Afoa led all players with 13 rebounds.

The Orediggers will open up conference play on Thursday, Dec. 6th, with a home game against Western State College at 6:00 pm.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Assistant Sports Information Director Lori Walker at lhubbart@mines.edu.

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Tigers edge Colorado Mines, 57-56

HAYS, Kan. (Nov. 27, 2007) - Fort Hays State University defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 57-56 in non-conference NCAA Division II women's basketball action on Tuesday night, November 27th, at Gross Memorial Coliseum. For the box score, click here.

The Tigers' Naomi Bancroft, who connected on six three-point field goals, led all scorers with 23 points. Sheena Kuntzsch added 10 points, nine rebounds and four assists as FHSU improved to 2-1 overall.

The Orediggers, who out-scored Fort Hays State 28 to 23 in the second half, got 17 points apiece from Stevie Hagemeister and Emily Dalton (7-of-10 FG). Brecca Gaffney (nine rebounds) and Peanut Eickelman (five rebounds, four assists) each contributed eight points as Mines fell to 2-3 overall.

Colorado School of Mines will host Montana State University - Billings on Saturday, December 1st, at 2:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena. CSM will then begin the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) portion of its schedule by hosting Western State College on Thursday, Dec. 6th, at 6:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Orediggers defeat Johnson & Wales University, 85-61

GOLDEN, Colo. (Nov. 25, 2007) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Johnson & Wales University (Colo.) by the score of 85-61 in non-conference collegiate women's basketball action on Sunday afternoon, November 25th, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

Blakelee Midyett led the Orediggers (NCAA Division II) with 11 points while Brecca Gaffney, who compiled five rebounds three steals, finished with 10 points. Kait Soehner (three assists) and Emily Dalton each grabbed six rebounds, as well, as Mines improved to 2-2 overall.

Johnson & Wales (NAIA) got a game-high 23 points from Brooke Durant while Sarah Fitzpatrick tallied 18 points of her own. Andrea Austin and Jacinda Baumann collected eight rebounds apiece for the Wildcats (0-7 overall), who committed 26 turnovers.

The Orediggers will return to action on Tuesday, November 27th, with a non-conference game at Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kan. Mines will then host Montana State University - Billings on Saturday, December 1st, at 2:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena. On Thursday, Dec. 6th, CSM begins the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) portion of its schedule by hosting Western State College at 6:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Mines defeats Grand View College, 72-55

GOLDEN, Colo. (Nov. 23, 2007) - Colorado School of Mines defeated Grand View College by the score of 72-55 in non-conference collegiate women's basketball action on Friday afternoon, November 23rd, at Lockridge Arena. For the box score, click here.

The Orediggers (NCAA Division II) were led by Brecca Gaffney (seven rebounds), who went 7-of-10 from the floor and led all players with 19 points. Stevie Hagemeister added 15 points for CSM (1-2 overall) while Emily Dalton (nine points) had a team-high eight rebounds.

Grand View College (NAIA) had three players reach double figures in scoring, including Angie Creighton, who compiled a 12-point, 11-rebound double-double. Jodi Nikkel led the Vikings (2-6 overall) with 14 points.

The Orediggers will return to action on Sunday, November 25th, with a home game against Johnson & Wales University (Colo.) at 2:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena.

For more information, please visit http://athletics.mines.edu or contact CSM Sports Information Director Jeff Duggan at jduggan@mines.edu.

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Wayne State defeats Mines, 53-34

WAYNE, Neb. (Nov. 17, 2007) - Wayne State College defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 53-34 in non-conference NCAA Division II women's basketball action on Saturday night at Rice Auditorium. For the box score, click here.

Wayne State (2-0 overall) got a game-high 15 points from Laquisha Cook while Mara Hjelle contributed 10 points and eight rebounds.

Brecca Gaffney and Elena Vigil each registered nine points for the Orediggers (0-2 overall), who committed 27 turnovers.

CSM will host Grand View College (NAIA) on Friday, November 23rd, and Johnson & Wales University (NAIA; Denver, Colo.) on Sunday, Nov. 25th. Both games are scheduled to begin at 2:00 p.m. at Lockridge Arena.

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CSM drops season opener, 54-49, to Northern State University

WAYNE, Neb. (Nov. 16, 2007) - Northern State University defeated Colorado School of Mines by the score of 54-49 in non-conference NCAA Division II women's basketball action on Friday night at Rice Auditorium on the campus of Wayne State College. For the box score, click here.

Northern State (1-0 overall) got 17 points and four steals from Jaclyn Arns (7-of-13 FG) while Noelle Hall recorded a 13-point, 10-rebound double-double.

Colorado School of Mines was led by Stevie Hagemeister, who went 6-of-12 from the floor - including 5-of-7 from three-point range - en route to scoring 17 points. Brecca Gaffney (6-of-11 FG) added 13 points and Emily Dalton hauled in six rebounds for the Orediggers, who fell to 0-1 overall.

Wayne State College will host Mines on Saturday, November 17th, at Rice Auditorium.

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OREDIGGERS FALL 58-31 IN EXHIBITION GAME
AT THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO

BOULDER, Colo. (Nov. 8, 2007) - The Colorado School of Mines women's basketball team played its second and last exhibition game on Thursday night against the NCAA Division I CU Buffaloes. Mines fell to the Big 12 Buffs, 58-31.

Emily Dalton led the Orediggers with 14 points. Both Brecca Gaffney and Peanut Eickelman (four assists) had a team-high six rebounds.

Jackie McFarland led the Buffs with her 17 points and eight boards.

Mines will begin regular-season play next weekend (Friday and Saturday, Nov. 16th and 17th) with two games at Wayne State College in Wayne, Neb. The Orediggers face Northern State University on Friday and Wayne State on Saturday. Both games are set for 6:00 pm.

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CSM's Women's Basketball Falls to UNC 76-59 in Exhibition Game

GREELEY, Colo. (Nov. 2, 2007) - The Colorado School of Mines women's basketball team fell to the University of Northern Colorado on Friday night in an exhibition game, 76-59, at Butler - Hancock Hall.

The Orediggers found themselves trailing 21-36 going into halftime, but were able to come out the second half and score 38 points, only two less than UNC's 40.

Mines was led by sophomore Emily Dalton's 11 points and Brecca Gaffney's nine rebounds. Guard Peanut Eickelman led the team with her six assists and also chipped in eight points.

Whitley Cox, who ended with 23 points and seven rebounds, paced the Bears.

The Orediggers will return to action with an exhibition game next Thursday, November 8th, against the University of Colorado Buffaloes at 7:00 pm in Boulder.

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