Saint Francis University, located in Loretto, Pennsylvania, has a men’s basketball team known as the Red Flash. They compete in the Northeast Conference and play their home games at DeGol Arena. Historically, their most notable achievement was reaching the NCAA Tournament in 1991.
In the 2024-2025 season, the Red Flash earned their first NCAA Tournament berth in 34 years. They faced Alabama State in the First Four round on March 18, 2025, at the University of Dayton Arena. The game was a thrilling contest, with Alabama State securing a 70-68 victory in the final seconds.
Alabama State’s Amarr Knox made a decisive layup with one second remaining, ending Saint Francis’s tournament run.
For the latest updates on the Red Flash, including game schedules and news, you can visit their official athletics website.