Red Flash's Slow Starts Haunt Season's Opening Stretch

The St. Francis Red Flash women's basketball team continued its winless streak, suffering a 82-50 defeat against Army West Point. This loss marked their sixth consecutive opening-season stumble, with first-year coach Chynna Bozeman highlighting early-game struggles as a key concern. The team consistently trails after the first quarter, averaging a mere 13.6 points while allowing opponents 20.8.

Army quickly established dominance, building an early lead and capitalizing on St. Francis's offensive droughts. The Red Flash were held scoreless for over eight minutes in the first half, a critical period that allowed Army to extend their advantage significantly. Despite efforts to rally, St. Francis's overall shooting efficiency remained low, with only 28% from the floor.

Army's size and discipline were major factors in the game, particularly their 42 points in the paint. St. Francis looks to regroup after this challenging stretch, with upcoming games focusing on defensive adjustments and offensive flow. Cassandra Hawthorne was the sole Red Flash player to reach double-figure scoring with 12 points.