Duquesne (7-2) travels to battle Saint Francis (3-4) at Johnstown today at 1 p.m. for the first time in 44 years.
Today’s contest marks the first road game for the Dukes, who come off an 89-77 home win over UMBC Tuesday.
The Red Flash, 3-0 at home, resume play after a 96-55 loss at then No. 2 (AP) Maryland on Dec. 4.
Duquesne looks to redeem last season’s 67-52 loss to Saint Francis.
The Red Flash find strength in their defensive efforts, notably holding opponents to .314 shooting from the arc and limiting opponents to under 35 percent in six of seven games.
The Dukes lead the series 61-14 overall and 26-8 at Saint Francis.
Today marks the 76th meeting between Duquesne and Saint Francis.
Photo by Rachel Konieczny
