DeSales Women’s Basketball Defeated by Scranton in Non-Conference Match

The DeSales University women’s basketball team ran into a tough opponent in the #2 ranked University of Scranton during their non-conference matchup on December 16, 2025. The Bulldogs started strong but dropped the game to the Lady Royals, 74-48.

Scranton has now beaten DeSales for the seventh time in a row, making their dominance in this series pretty clear. Let’s dig into what happened on the court, call out some standout players, and maybe peek at what’s next for the Bulldogs.

Game Overview: DeSales vs. University of Scranton

DeSales came into this one with a 4-4 record, while Scranton showed up undefeated at 10-0. The game went down at Billera Hall, DeSales’ home court.

Things actually started well for the Bulldogs. They opened up a 9-6 lead, thanks to back-to-back buckets from senior Lindsay Bednarek and sophomore Marissa LaVerghetta.

But Scranton didn’t waste much time. They closed the first quarter on an 8-0 run and led 14-9 after ten minutes.

First Half: Scranton Takes Control

Midway through the second quarter, DeSales kept it close and trailed by just three. But then Scranton went on a 10-0 run, stretching their lead to 31-18.

By halftime, Scranton led by 16, up 38-22. The Bulldogs struggled to match Scranton’s pace, and honestly, it set the tone for what was coming.

Second Half: Scranton Pulls Away

The third quarter felt pretty balanced, with Scranton only outscoring DeSales by two. But in the fourth, Scranton really pulled away and locked in the 74-48 win.

Scranton’s bench made a huge impact, outscoring DeSales’ reserves 28-9. That depth made a difference.

Top Performers: Bulldogs and Lady Royals

Even with the loss, a few Bulldogs stood out. Senior Lindsay Bednarek led DeSales, dropping 15 points and grabbing three steals.

Sophomore Aubrey Pollard added nine points. Senior Sammi White chipped in with four points, nine rebounds, and three blocks.

Sophomore Kayla Ishigami came off the bench and dished out five assists. She brought some nice energy when DeSales needed it.

Scranton’s Standouts

For Scranton, Meghan Lamanna and Elizabeth Bennett both scored 17. Katie Gorski picked up a double-double with 11 points and 10 boards.

Kaeli Romanowski pitched in 10 points and five assists. Scranton’s balanced attack and deep bench really told the story.

Inside the Box Score: Key Statistics

Scranton shot 47.8 percent from the field, while DeSales managed 38.2 percent. That shooting edge was tough to overcome.

Scranton’s bench outscored DeSales 28-9, which just highlights how deep this team goes. The stats really tell you what kind of night it was for both sides.

Field Goal Percentage

• Scranton: 47.8%
• DeSales: 38.2%

Bench Points

• Scranton: 28
• DeSales: 9

Looking Ahead: Upcoming Games for DeSales

Now, the Bulldogs get a holiday break before jumping back into action on December 29. They’ll take on The City College of New York (CCNY) at 3:00 PM.

After that, they play Lehman College on December 30 at 2:00 PM. Then it’s Shenandoah University on January 3 at 2:00 PM, and Delaware Valley University on January 10 at 1:00 PM.

Upcoming Schedule

• December 29: at The City College of New York, 3:00 PM
• December 30: at Lehman College, 2:00 PM
• January 3: at Shenandoah University, 2:00 PM
• January 10: at Delaware Valley University, 1:00 PM

For more details on the DeSales women’s basketball team and their upcoming games, check out the official DeSales University Athletics website here.