Binghamton at La Salle
PHILADELPHIA (Interstat) — The Binghamton Bearcats and La Salle Explorers, two teams seeking momentum to cap their seasons, will meet in a non-conference women’s basketball matchup Monday night at Tom Gola Arena.
Binghamton (20-12) enters on a high note after an 81-60 road victory at Mercyhurst on Thursday. The Bearcats have alternated wins and losses over their last five games. La Salle (18-13) last played on March 6, falling 70-51 at Richmond to conclude its Atlantic 10 schedule.
The game features a compelling individual matchup, headlined by Binghamton’s dynamic Kendall Bennett. The guard is coming off a dominant performance, scoring 23 points with four assists and four blocks in 38 minutes against Mercyhurst. She has averaged 16 points over her last three contests, providing a versatile scoring and defensive threat for the Bearcats. In the win over Mercyhurst, she was supported by Meghan Casey, who added 13 points and seven assists, and Bella Pucci, who also scored 13.
La Salle will counter with its own backcourt leader, Ashleigh Connor. She paced the Explorers with 18 points and four assists in the loss to Richmond. Joan Quinn (12 points) and Aryss Macktoon (13 points) provided additional scoring in that contest. La Salle had found success at home prior to its recent road loss, winning three straight at Tom Gola Arena, including a 70-53 victory over Fordham on Feb. 7.
The contest presents a late-season opportunity for both programs to bolster their records. Binghamton will look to carry its efficient offensive showing from Thursday into Philadelphia, while La Salle aims to shake off a two-week layoff and defend its home court. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. EDT Monday.