Preview: Leon at Maristas, Women’s LF Basketball

CORUNA, Spain (Interstat) — A clash between top-tier contenders highlights Spain’s Liga Femenina de Baloncesto schedule Saturday as the surging Maristas host a formidable Leon squad.

The matchup at Coruna pits the league-leading Maristas (22-3) against a Leon (18-7) team fighting to solidify its standing. Maristas enters on a dominant run, having won 10 of its last 11 games, including a commanding 85-59 road victory over Mondragon last Saturday. In that win, forward Andrea Perez exploded for 24 points in just 21 minutes, highlighting her efficient scoring punch.

Leon arrives off a 72-66 home win over Ausarta, led by guard Paula Vaquera’s 19 points, four rebounds and three assists. Vaquera has been a consistent offensive force, averaging over 18 points per game in her last three outings.

The season’s previous meeting favors the hosts. On Jan. 10, Maristas secured a 78-68 victory in Leon, handing Leon one of its seven losses. Leon will seek to avenge that result and snap Maristas’ four-game winning streak.

Beyond the star power of Perez and Vaquera, both teams boast depth. Maristas’ Brenda Fontana (15 points, six rebounds against Mondragon) and playmaker Nevena Dimitrijevic are key contributors. Leon counters with interior presence Daniela Diaz and Angelica Martin, who combined for 17 rebounds in the win over Ausarta.

Maristas has been nearly unbeatable at home this season, while Leon has shown resilience on the road. The outcome will hinge on Leon’s ability to contain Perez’s scoring bursts and Maristas’ defense slowing Vaquera’s offensive rhythm.

Tip-off is set for Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Coruna.