Bucknell Hosts Lehigh in Patriot League Opener

Bucknell's women's basketball team is set to face Lehigh in their first Patriot League matchup of the season after a tough 76-71 overtime loss to Hofstra. Bucknell has shown strong home performance with a 4-1 record, while Lehigh boasts a robust 9-3 record overall and is particularly effective at scoring fast break points. Key players include Bucknell's Ashley Sofilkanich, averaging 18.8 points and 8.7 rebounds, and Lehigh's Maddie Albrecht, who scores 13.7 points per game. Both teams have notable statistics, with Bucknell allowing 56.8 points on average and Lehigh scoring 68.9 per game. The game will take place on January 2nd at Sojka Pavilion in Lewisburg, PA, and will be broadcast on ESPN+. This matchup promises to be competitive as both teams look to establish their presence in the league.