BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The 2024-25 Patriot League Women’s Basketball season begins on Monday, Nov. 4 with nine teams in action and preseason number one Loyola Maryland opening their season on Thursday, Nov. 7.
Upcoming Schedule

Monday, Nov. 4
Northeastern at Boston University	4:30 p.m.	ESPN+
Lafayette at Boston College	5 p.m.	ACCNX
Cornell at Army West Point	5 p.m.	ESPN+
Navy at Rider	5 p.m.	ESPN+
Bucknell at Penn State	5 p.m.	BigTen+
LIU at Lehigh	6 p.m.	ESPN+
UMass Lowell at Colgate	6 p.m.	ESPN+
Quinnipiac at Holy Cross	6 p.m.	ESPN+
American at Virginia	7 p.m.	ACCNX
Wednesday, Nov. 6
Army West Point at Siena	6 p.m.	ESPN+
Bryn Athyn at Navy	7 p.m.	ESPN+
Thursday, Nov. 7
Loyola Maryland at James Madison	7 p.m.	ESPN+
Boston University at UConn	7 p.m.	SNY

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2024-25 Women’s Basketball Season Sees Balance Across the League
The Patriot League women’s basketball season tips off Monday, bringing a host of changes from the offseason. The preseason poll saw a new leader, with Loyola Maryland claiming the top spot with 148 points and 10 first-place votes. Six additional teams earned over 100 points, with just 19 points separating second through seventh place. With roster updates across the League and a coaching change for the defending champion, every team enters the season as a contender.

2024-25 Patriot League Women’s Basketball Preseason Honors
With 148 points and 10 first-place votes, Loyola Maryland was selected as the 2024-25 Patriot League women’s basketball preseason favorite. Colgate followed with 120 points and five first-place votes, while Lehigh received 109 points. Army West Point came in close behind with 108 points and one first-place vote, and Boston University earned 106 points with two first-place votes. Holy Cross collected 102 points and two first-place votes, and Navy earned 101 points. Bucknell sits in eighth place with 51 points, followed by Lafayette with 30 points. American rounded out the poll with 25 points.
Loyola Maryland forward Lex Therien was named Patriot League Preseason Player of the Year, while Bucknell sophomore forward Ashley Sofilkanich was honored as Patriot League Preseason Defensive Player of the Year. Both earned a spot on the five-member preseason All-League team after making last year’s All-League First Team. Rounding out the preseason team are Navy sophomore guard Zanai Barnett-Gay, Colgate senior guard Taylor Golembiewski, and Boston University senior guard Alex Giannaros.

Patriot League Announces Women’s Basketball Schedule on CBS Sports Network
The first Patriot League women’s basketball game on CBS Sports Network will air on Monday, Jan. 13, when American visits Loyola Maryland for a men’s and women’s basketball doubleheader, beginning at 4 p.m.
CBS Sports Network will broadcast both Army West Point-Navy men’s and women’s basketball doubleheaders this season. Army West Point hosts Navy on Sunday, Jan. 26, with the women’s game at 1 p.m., followed by the men’s game at 3:30 p.m. Navy will host Army West Point on Saturday, Feb. 15, with the women’s game starting at 11 a.m. and the men’s game following at 1:30 p.m.
Another Patriot League doubleheader will air on CBS Sports Network on Monday, Jan. 27, when Boston University hosts in-state rival Holy Cross. The women’s game is set for 4 p.m., with the men’s game at 7 p.m.
The Patriot League PenFed Credit Union Women’s Basketball Championship Game will air for the 16th consecutive season on Sunday, March 16, at noon.

Around the Patriot League Women’s Basketball Previews
Boston University Women’s Basketball Begins 2024-25 Slate at Home Against Northeastern
Boston University women’s basketball opens its 2024-25 season with a home game against local rival Northeastern. In the program’s 50th year, the Terriers return nine players from last year’s roster, including senior guard and Patriot League Preseason All-League selection Alex Giannaros. Following a Patriot League championship appearance last season, the Terriers received two first-place votes in the preseason poll.
Boston University Women's Basketball Preview
Bucknell Women’s Basketball Preview: “All In, All Season”
The Bucknell Bison women’s basketball team heads into the 2024-25 season with a refreshed roster, welcoming six freshmen and three transfers. The core four—junior guard Ashley O’Connor, senior guard/forward Isabella King, redshirt junior Sophia Sabino, and sophomore forward Ashley Sofilkanich—will serve as the foundation for the Bison this season.
Bucknell Women's Basketball Preview
Colgate Raiders Gear Up for 2024-25 Season
The Colgate women’s basketball team opens its 2024-25 season on Monday, Nov. 4, against UMass Lowell. Following a historic 20-win season and a run to the Patriot League semifinals, the Raiders return three starters and 12 of 16 players from last year’s roster.
Colgate Women's Basketball Preview

Holy Cross Women’s Basketball Starts Season at Home Against Quinnipiac
Holy Cross begins its 2024-25 campaign on Monday, Nov. 4, at home against Quinnipiac, tipping off at 6 p.m. at the Hart Center Arena. With assistant coach Candice Green stepping in as interim head coach, the defending Patriot League champions will look to replace four of five starters after finishing sixth in the preseason poll with two first-place votes.
Holy Cross Women's Basketball Preview

Lehigh Women’s Basketball Kicks Off 2024-25 Season Against LIU
Lehigh women’s basketball opens its 2024-25 season against LIU at Stabler Arena on Monday at 6 p.m. The Mountain Hawks aim to win their seventh straight season opener and their second consecutive game against the Sharks. Lehigh returns its top seven scorers, led by senior guard Ella Stemer, who averaged 13.6 points per game and hit 73 three-pointers last season.
Lehigh Women's Basketball Preview
Navy Women’s Basketball Opens 2024-25 Season with High Expectations
The Navy women’s basketball team begins its 2024-25 campaign after achieving one of the largest turnarounds in NCAA Division I women’s basketball last season, improving by 13 wins. With no seniors on the roster, Navy will rely on its Class of 2026 for leadership. The six-member junior class brings a combined 279 games of experience and 135 starts during their first two collegiate seasons.
Navy Women's Basketball Preview
 
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