La Salle Explorers Women’s Basketball: Strong Start and Upcoming Challenge
On November 14, 2025, the La Salle Explorers women’s basketball team achieved a significant victory against Lehigh, winning 81-70 at Stabler Arena. The win marked La Salle’s third consecutive victory, pushing their season record to 3-0.
Key Players Shine
The Explorers showcased impressive performances from several players, notably:
- Aryss Macktoon: Scored a game-high 24 points, recording 7 field goals out of 12 attempts, along with 10 successful free throws from 15 attempts. Macktoon also contributed 6 rebounds and matched her personal best with 8 steals.
- Ashleigh Connor: This redshirt-junior added 22 points and secured 7 rebounds, significantly improving her three-point shooting percentage to 66.7% this season.
- Joan Quinn: The sophomore guard recorded 20 points with efficient shooting, adding 2 rebounds and a steal to her performance.
Game Statistics Overview
La Salle’s control over the paint was evident, as they scored 38 points in the paint compared to Lehigh’s 26. Additionally, their shooting efficiency was high, achieving:
- 49.1% from the field
- 58.3% from three-point range
Lehigh’s Performance
In defeat, Lehigh received contributions from several players, with:
- Jessie Ozzauto scoring 17 points
- Whitney Lind contributing 16 points
- Belle Bramer adding 14 points
Next Challenge: A Road Game Against Temple
The Explorers are set to continue their strong start with a road matchup against Big 5 rival Temple on November 14, 2025. The game is scheduled to kick off at 11:00 AM and will be available for streaming on ESPN+.
As they move forward, La Salle aims to maintain their early-season momentum built on a balanced offensive and defensive effort.
