DENTON, Texas (Nov. 13, 2026) – Behind a 22-point performance from senior Madi Lumsden, the Texas Woman's basketball team defeated Colorado School of Mines 75-58 on Friday night inside Kitty Magee Arena.
The Pioneers (4-0) remained undefeated to begin the 2026-27 season, while the Orediggers (0-1) dropped their season opener.
Lumsden led TWU with a season-high 22 points, shooting 7-of-10 from the field and 5-of-8 from beyond the arc.
With five 3-pointers on the night Lumsden surpassed 100 career 3-pointers and now sits at 104.
Freshman Summer Sodek added 13 points and six rebounds. She shot 6-of-9 from the field.
Julie Kasonga contributed seven points, four rebounds, three steals and one block.
Calyn Dallas added seven points off the bench, while Alexis Rynders finished with six points.
The Pioneers opened the game with a strong offensive showing, scoring 22 points in the first quarter.
TWU used a 13-3 run during the opening period to establish momentum and entered the second quarter with a 22-15 advantage.
Texas Woman's continued its offensive production in the second quarter, outscoring Colorado School of Mines 21-7.
The Pioneers held the Orediggers to 23.1% shooting during the period and carried a 43-22 lead into halftime.
TWU added 23 points in the third quarter to extend its advantage to 66-41 heading into the final period.
Despite being outscored 17-9 in the fourth quarter, the Pioneers maintained their lead to secure the 75-58 victory.
Texas Woman's shot 43.1% from the field, connecting on 25-of-58 attempts.
The Pioneers also shot 50% from beyond the arc, making nine of their 18 attempts.
Defensively, TWU forced 18 turnovers and recorded 10 steals.
The Pioneers converted those turnovers into 18 points and held Colorado School of Mines to 39.2% shooting.
PRIME PERFORMERS
- Madi Lumsden led the Pioneers with 22 points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal. She connected on five 3-pointers to reach 104 for her career.
- Summer Sodek finished with 13 points and six rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field.
- Julie Kasonga recorded seven points, four rebounds, three steals and one block.
- Calyn Dallas added seven points
- Alexis Rynders contributed six points on two 3-pointers.
- The Pioneers received 26 points from their bench and finished with 14 assists.
KEY MOMENTS
First Quarter: TWU used a 13-3 run to gain momentum in the opening period. The Pioneers shot 50% from the field and took a 22-15 lead into the second quarter.
Second Quarter: The Pioneers outscored the Orediggers 21-7 while holding them to just three made field goals. TWU entered halftime with a 43-22 advantage.
Third Quarter: Texas Woman's continued its offensive rhythm with 23 points in the period. The Pioneers connected on three 3-pointers and extended their lead to 66-41.
Fourth Quarter: Colorado School of Mines outscored TWU 17-9 in the final period, but the Pioneers maintained their advantage to secure their fourth consecutive victory.
UP NEXT
The Pioneers return to Kitty Magee Arena on Saturday, Nov. 14, to face the University of Colorado Colorado Springs at 3 p.m.
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