# Saint Francis Red Flash The **Saint Francis Red Flash** represents Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania, in intercollegiate athletics. The program currently sponsors 22 varsity sports teams. ## Athletic Affiliation The Red Flash are primary members of the **Northeast Conference (NEC)** and compete in **NCAA Division I**. While most sports participate in the NEC, the women's water polo team competes in the **Collegiate Water Polo Association (CWPA)**. ## Future Transition On March 25, 2025, Saint Francis University announced a strategic shift in its athletic department. The university’s athletic programs are scheduled to transition to **NCAA Division III** upon the conclusion of the 2025–2026 academic year. Following this move, the Red Flash will join the **Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC)**. ## Summary of Teams * **University:** Saint Francis University * **Location:** Loretto, Pennsylvania * **Nickname:** Red Flash * **Current NCAA Division:** Division I * **Primary Conference:** Northeast Conference (NEC) * **Future NCAA Division:** Division III (Effective 2026) * **Future Conference:** Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC)