PHILADELPHIA (Interstat) — The La Salle Explorers will open their 2025-26 women’s basketball season on Saturday when they host the Saint Francis (PA) Red Flash at Tom Gola Arena.

La Salle last took the court in March, falling 60-45 to Dayton to conclude its previous campaign. The Explorers will look to start anew against a Saint Francis team seeking its first win.

The Red Flash (0-1) are coming off an 89-60 road loss to Duquesne on Monday. In that contest, Aleah James led the team with 17 points, while Sonia Sato added 13 points and Makyiah Ward scored 11. Saint Francis will aim for a more consistent offensive performance against La Salle’s season-opening lineup.

This non-conference matchup marks the beginning of a challenging early schedule for both teams. Following this game, La Salle will hit the road for contests at Lehigh and Temple. Saint Francis returns home to prepare for a four-game homestand, beginning with Robert Morris on Nov. 13.

Tipoff is set for Saturday, Nov. 8, in Philadelphia.