2025-26 Women's Basketball News

No. 6 Cougars Down Pilots 62-46
No. 6 Cougars Down Pilots 62-46

December 06, 2025

The No. 6 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) Cougars downed visiting Bethel University, 62–46, in Crossroads League action on Saturday, December 6. With the victory, the Cougars improved to 10–1 overall and 3–1 in league play.

No. 6 Saint Francis Falls on the Road to No. 19 Indiana Wesleyan
No. 6 Saint Francis Falls on the Road to No. 19 Indiana Wesleyan

December 03, 2025

The No. 6 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women’s basketball team dropped its first game of the season on Wednesday, December 3, falling on the road to No. 19 Indiana Wesleyan by a final score of 81–59.

Saint Francis Moves to No. 6 in This Week's Women's Basketball Coaches' Top 25 Poll
Saint Francis Moves to No. 6 in This Week's Women's Basketball Coaches' Top 25 Poll

November 27, 2025

The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team has moved up to No. 6 in this week's Women's Basketball Coaches' Top 25 Poll, announced by the national office this week.

No. 7 SF Outlasts ONU in 92-81 Road Victory
No. 7 SF Outlasts ONU in 92-81 Road Victory

November 24, 2025

The No. 7 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team traveled to Olivet Nazarene University for a non-league matchup against the Tigers on Monday, November 24. The Cougars won Monday night's game by a final score of 92-81 for their ninth consecutive victory. 

No. 7 Saint Francis Stays Unbeaten with 119-46 Win Over Grace
No. 7 Saint Francis Stays Unbeaten with 119-46 Win Over Grace

November 22, 2025

The No. 7 Cougars from the University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team hosted the Grace College Lancers in a Crossroads League matchup, earning a commanding 119-46 victory on Saturday, November 22, at the Hutzell Athletic Center.

Photos Courtesy of Mount Vernon Nazarene University Athletics
No. 7 SF Cruises to 86-50 Win at MVNU in League Opener

November 19, 2025

The No. 7 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team opened Crossroads League play with a commanding 86-50 win at Mount Vernon Nazarene University on Wednesday, November 19. 

No. 7 Cougars Defeat No. 23 Warriors 60-50
No. 7 Cougars Defeat No. 23 Warriors 60-50

November 15, 2025

The No. 7 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team defeated No. 23 Indiana Tech by a final score of 60-50 in a top-25 road matchup on Saturday, November 15.

Cougars Tied for No. 7 in First Regular-Season Women's Basketball Coaches' Top 25 Poll
Cougars Tied for No. 7 in First Regular-Season Women's Basketball Coaches' Top 25 Poll

November 12, 2025

The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team is ranked tied for No. 7 in the first regular-season Women's Basketball Coaches' Top 25 Poll, announced by the national office this week.

Saint Francis Extends Win Streak to Five with Victory at Indiana East
Saint Francis Extends Win Streak to Five with Victory at Indiana East

November 12, 2025

The No. 7 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) Cougars earned their fifth straight victory with a 72-55 win on the road against the Indiana University East Red Wolves on Wednesday, November 12. 

No. 8 SF Wins Two at Catholic Classic
No. 8 SF Wins Two at Catholic Classic

November 07, 2025

The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team traveled to Chicago to compete in the 2025 Catholic Classic hosted by Saint Xavier University on November 7-8. 

Saint Francis Opens Season with Two Wins at Cougar Classic
Saint Francis Opens Season with Two Wins at Cougar Classic

November 01, 2025

The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) opened the season by hosting the 2025 Cougar Classic in the Hutzell Athletic Center on October 31-November 1. The Cougars went 2-0 on the weekend, finishing with two dominating wins over Viterbo University and Cornerstone University. 

Women's Basketball Begins 2025-26 Season Ranked No. 8 in NAIA Preseason Poll
Women's Basketball Begins 2025-26 Season Ranked No. 8 in NAIA Preseason Poll

October 22, 2025

The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) women's basketball team has secured a spot in the NAIA Women's Basketball Preseason Poll, being ranked No. 8 in the NAIA as of Tuesday afternoon.

Austin Leisure Promoted to Associate Head Coach
Austin Leisure Promoted to Associate Head Coach

August 25, 2025

The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) has promoted Austin Leisure to associate head coach of the women’s basketball program, recognizing his significant contributions since joining the Cougars in 2022.