Basketball | 11/13/2025 1:33:00 PM

GOLDEN, Colo. (Nov. 13, 2025) - The Texas Woman's basketball team hits the road this weekend for two regional match-ups in the Conference Challenge, hosted by Colorado School of Mines and UCCS.

TWU (1-1) opens the Challenge on Friday, Nov. 14 against Colorado School of Mines at 6:30 p.m. CT. The Pioneers then close out the weekend on Saturday, Nov. 15 against UCCS at 7 p.m. CT.

Colorado School of Mines begins the event 0-3, while UCCS will be making their season debut.

Most recently, TWU hosted the D2CCA Tip Off Classic, earning a home-opening win over Wayne State. Following her standout weekend, Gabby Elliott was named the Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week. 

HITTING THE ROAD

• Friday's games will be live-streamed here.
• Saturday's games will be live-streamed here.
• You can also follow along with live stats for Friday's game here.
• You can also follow along with live stats for Saturday's game here.
• If you are attending the games in Colorado, tickets can be purchased here for Friday's and Saturday's game.

MOUNTAIN MATCH-UPS

• HISTORY WITH THE OREDIGGERS: TWU holds a 4-0 all-time record against Colorado School of Mines. All four match-ups have been played in Denton, with the Pioneers winning each contest by multiple possessions. The most recent meeting came on Nov. 10, 2024, when TWU earned an 83-57 home win. The Pioneers have consistently controlled the series, with every victory decided by more than two baskets.
• HISTORY WITH THE MOUNTAIN LIONS:  TWU holds a 2-0 all-time record against UCCS. Both match-ups were played in Denton, with the Pioneers securing wins in 2010 and 2016. The most recent meeting came on Nov. 20, 2016, when TWU earned a 70-66 home victory. The Pioneers have never lost to the Mountain Lions, with both wins decided by multiple possessions.
• PIONEER POWER IN THE PAINT: Through their first two contests, the Pioneers have continued to rely on balanced scoring and physical play around the rim. TWU is averaging 32 rebounds per game and has seen strong production from its starting core, led by double-digit averages from Averee Kleinhans, Elliott, and Madi Lumsden. The Pioneers have also received steady contributions from the bench, highlighted by freshman Jaylee Moss, who is averaging 5.5 points per game in reserve minutes. TWU's ability to generate consistent paint touches, combined with active defensive pressure that forces 18.5 turnovers per game, gives the Pioneers a strong foundation heading into the weekend. Post efficiency, interior rebounding and depth across the rotation will be key factors for TWU in the Conference Challenge.