Syracuse Orange Women's Basketball Defeat Saint Joseph's Hawks Men's Basketball In Exhibition

Syracuse Orange Women's Basketball Team Dominates In Exhibition Win

In an unusual exhibition game, the Syracuse Orange women's basketball team defeated the Saint Joseph's Hawks men's basketball team 78-62 on Sunday, October 30, 2023.

Exhibition Win Over Men Shows Promise For Orange Women's Team

The Orange women's team, led by All-American guard Teisha Hyman, jumped out to an early lead and never looked back. Hyman finished with a game-high 22 points, while center Amaya Finklea-Guity added 18 points and 10 rebounds.

The Hawks men's team, led by senior guard Erik Reynolds II, fought hard but were ultimately outmatched by the Orange women's size and athleticism. Reynolds finished with a team-high 18 points.

The win is a good sign for the Orange women's team, who are ranked No. 11 in the preseason AP Poll. The Orange will open their regular season on November 7th against the Colgate Raiders.

Syracuse Women's Basketball Continues To Excel In Exhibition Play

The win over Saint Joseph's is the Orange women's team's second exhibition win this preseason. The Orange also defeated the Division II Le Moyne Dolphins 85-49 on October 22nd.

The Orange women's team is now 2-0 in exhibition play this preseason. The Orange will open their regular season on November 7th against the Colgate Raiders.

Saint Joseph's Men's Basketball Team Looks To Rebound From Exhibition Loss

The loss to Syracuse is the Saint Joseph's men's team's first exhibition loss this preseason. The Hawks also defeated the Division II Chestnut Hill Griffins 85-62 on October 22nd.

The Hawks men's team will open their regular season on November 7th against the Delaware Blue Hens.