GOLDEN, Colo. — Mines Women's Rugby continued its strong start to the season Saturday, shutting out the Golden Badgers 36-0 in a friendly match on the North Intramural Field.

The match featured primarily Mines' Blue (B) side, with several players from the Silver (A) side filling in for the Golden Badgers to help create a competitive matchup.

Mines controlled the match throughout, combining strong attacking play with a disciplined defensive effort to keep the Badgers off the scoreboard. The 36-point performance provided valuable match experience for the Blue side while giving players an opportunity to compete in different combinations and roles

Next weekend, the team travels to Grand Junction to face off against Colorado Mesa University.