Canisius began play in 1975. They made one NCAA Division II Tournament in their time in the secondary division, making it to the Elite Eight in 1983. They played in the Upstate New York Conference from 1982 to 1986 and the Middle Eastern College Association for the 1986-87 season. They joined the MAAC in 1989. They made the WNIT in 2009.[3][4]
The Golden Griffins have made one NCAA Division I Tournament appearance. They have a record of 0-1.[5]
| Year |
Round |
Opponent |
Result |
| 2005 | First Round | Duke | L 48-80 |
The Golden Griffins made one NCAA Division II Tournament appearance. They have a record of 1-1.
| Year |
Round |
Opponent |
Result |
| 1983 | Regional Finals
National Quarterfinals | Long Island-C.W. Post
South Connecticut | W 71–59
L 60–63 |
| Year |
Round |
Opponent |
Result |
| 2009 | First Round | Syracuse | L 65-90 |
