Lehigh Set for Monday Night Clash Against Defending Patriot League Champion Colgate
Game Details
Date: January 22, 2024
Opponent: Colgate Raiders
Tip-Off: 7:00 p.m.
Arena (Capacity): Cotterell Court (1,750)
Lehigh Team Record
Overall Record: 5-12
Patriot League Record: 2-4
Colgate Team Record
Overall Record: 11-8
Patriot League Record: 5-1
Series History
Colgate leads the all-time series against Lehigh by a margin of 61-42. In recent years, Colgate has dominated the matchup, winning nine of the last ten meetings. Lehigh’s lone victory during that stretch came in 2022 at Stabler Arena, an 85-81 decision. Last season, Colgate swept the season series, winning 76-60 on the road and 81-53 at home.
Lehigh Seeking First Win Over Colgate in Colgate Since 2018
A victory for Lehigh on Monday would mark their first triumph against Colgate in Hamilton since 2018. Additionally, it would represent their second consecutive win, a feat they have not accomplished this season. A victory would also improve their Patriot League record to 3-4.
Lehigh’s Recent Victory Over American
Despite entering Saturday’s game against American with three players sidelined, including two regular starters, Lehigh rallied to secure a narrow 70-68 home victory over the Eagles. In the win, senior Justin Whitney-Sidney led the way with a career-high 27 points, including a perfect 10-for-10 performance from the free throw line. Senior Evan Taylor, who played the most minutes of his career due to the absences, contributed a triple and played solid team basketball throughout the contest. Junior Dominic Parolin added 14 points, marking his seventh double-digit scoring output of the season. With the victory, Lehigh improved to 2-4 in Patriot League play, including a 1-4 record in single-digit games.
Colgate’s 2023-24 Season and High Expectations
After capturing their third consecutive Patriot League title in 2023, the Colgate Raiders entered the 2023-24 season with lofty expectations, earning the preseason nod as the league’s top team. Fifth-year forwards Ryan Moffatt and Keegan Records returned for their final seasons in Hamilton, aiming to lead their team to another championship. However, it has been sophomore Braeden Smith who has emerged as the team’s leading scorer, averaging 13.8 points per game. Smith also leads both his team and the Patriot League in assists, dishing out an impressive 5.5 assists per game. The Raiders boast the highest scoring margin in the league at 4.5 points per game and currently sit in second place in the league standings.
Broadcast Information
The Monday night clash between Lehigh and Colgate will be broadcast nationally on CBS Sports Network. Fans can also tune in to the game on Fox Sports Radio 94.7 FM and 1230 AM.
A Call to Action
With a chance to snap their losing streak against Colgate and improve their Patriot League record, Lehigh will need all the support they can get on Monday night. Make sure to tune in to the game on CBS Sports Network or Fox Sports Radio 94.7 FM and 1230 AM to catch all the action. Let’s go, Lehigh!