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Francis (PA) recently played in an NCAA tournament First Four game, losing 70-68 to Alabama State, marking a significant moment for the small D-I program.
Shortly after, the school announced it will drop from Division I to Division III, citing challenges posed by NIL, the transfer portal, and other changes in college athletics.
Despite a storied history since the 1950s, this year's tournament appearance was only their second, achieved through an unexpected NEC title win.
This decision raises questions about the future of smaller institutions in the changing collegiate sports landscape.
