Marist opens its 2026-27 women’s basketball season Monday at Drexel, looking to rebound from last season’s Metro Tournament opening-round loss. Preseason All-Metro selections Justine Henry and Danielle Williamsen headline the returning Red Foxes.

By the Numbers
  • Henry led Marist last season with 12.5 points and 7.1 rebounds per game.
  • Williamsen averaged 9.8 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.
  • Drexel won 21 games last season, including 13 in conference play.
  • Marist is 1-3 against Drexel all time.
Yes, But

Drexel is a formidable opener: the Dragons were picked third in the CAA preseason poll and return preseason first-team selection Laine McGuirk. They beat Marist 71-61 in the teams’ most recent meeting.

What’s Next

Marist visits Bryant on Thursday, Nov. 5, in the Metro/America East Challenge.

Bottom Line

Marist’s season begins with an immediate test against a strong Drexel team—and a chance for Henry and Williamsen to build on their preseason recognition.