Stonehill Basketball Prepares for Clash with Saint Francis
The Stonehill Skyhawks basketball team is gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Saint Francis Red Flash. The game, scheduled for January 19, 2026, will take place at DeGol Arena in Loretto, Pennsylvania, starting at 12 p.m. ET. Both teams are eager to showcase their skills and secure a victory in this highly anticipated game.
Recent Performances
In their most recent game, the Stonehill Skyhawks secured a 62-57 overtime win against Mercyhurst. Chas Stinson was a standout player, recording 15 points, three rebounds, and zero assists. This victory has boosted the team's morale and has them ready to face the Red Flash.
On the other hand, the Saint Francis Red Flash faced a tough loss to Central Connecticut State, with a score of 98-90. Ahmad Harrison led the team with 17 points, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. The Red Flash will be looking to bounce back in this matchup against Stonehill.
Game Odds and Predictions
The game's point spread has Stonehill as a 1.5-point favorite, with a moneyline of -133. Saint Francis is listed as the underdog, with a moneyline of +111. The over/under for the game is set at 141.5 points, indicating a potentially high-scoring game.
Stonehill has hit the over on this game's total six times this season, while Saint Francis has seen 11 games finish with a combined score over 141.5 points. The Skyhawks average 68.0 points per game, and the Red Flash score 69.9, which amounts to 3.6 points under the game's total of 141.5.
Head-to-Head Analysis
When looking at the teams' head-to-head record, Stonehill has been favored by 1.5 points or more three times this season and has not covered the spread in any of those games. In Saint Francis' 16 games this year, it has seven wins against the spread. The Red Flash are 7-9 against the spread when underdogs by 1.5 points or more this season.
At home this year, Saint Francis has two wins against the spread and is 1-4 overall. Stonehill is 2-9 overall, and 8-3 against the spread, in away games. This suggests that both teams have had mixed results when it comes to covering the spread, adding to the excitement of the upcoming matchup.
Moneyline Insights
Stonehill has entered the game as moneyline favorites three times this season and won once. The Skyhawks have played as a favorite of -133 or more twice this season and split those games. The moneyline for this contest implies a 57.1% chance of a victory for Stonehill.
Saint Francis has come away with two wins in the 15 contests it has been listed as the moneyline underdog this season. This season, the Red Flash have been victorious two times in 15 chances when named as an underdog of at least +111 or worse on the moneyline. The moneyline set for this matchup implies Saint Francis has a 47.4% chance of coming away with a victory in the contest.
How to Watch
Fans can catch the live action on NEC Front Row. The game will be broadcasted starting at 12 p.m. ET, providing an opportunity for supporters to witness the thrilling matchup between the Stonehill Skyhawks and the Saint Francis Red Flash.
Conclusion
The upcoming game between Stonehill and Saint Francis promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams showcasing their skills and strategies. With the odds and predictions in place, basketball enthusiasts are in for a treat as they witness this exciting matchup unfold. Stay tuned for the live action and support your favorite team!