Syracuse wins 70% of faceoffs in 28-5 blowout win over Holy Cross
Jakob Phaup, the Orange's starting faceoff specialist, went 15-of-18 from the X while Jack Savage and Jack Fine won a combined 11 faceoffs. Read more »
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Observations from SU vs. Holy Cross: Tons of offense earns Gary Gait 1st win
The Orange jumped out to a 10-0 lead and didn't let up, while Mikey Berkman stepped up for injured Owen Hiltz. Read more »
‘FATHER’S FOOTSTEPS’: Brendan Curry aspires to emulate former All-American father in 5th season at Syracuse
Brendan Curry is Syracuse’s second-ever three-time captain, and has returned for a fifth season, following in his All-American father's footsteps. Read more »
Opponent Preview: Everything to know about Holy Cross
The Gary Gait era begins against Holy Cross, a team that has finished above .500 only once since 1988. Read more »
Syracuse holds on to 7-point win over Virginia, overcoming inconsistent shooting
Despite shooting below 40% from the field in their first road win of the season, the Orange defeated Virginia 77-70. Read more »
Observations from Syracuse vs. Virginia: Murray shines despite poor shooting
Syracuse struggled from the field, but saw consistent defense and another stellar Najé Murray performance in a 77-70 win. Read more »
Syracuse offense unable to keep up with No. 4 Louisville in 100-64 loss
No. 4 Louisville completed its season sweep over Syracuse with an easy win on the road, led by strong defense and work on the boards by Emily Engstler. Read more »
Opponent Preview: Everything to know about No. 4 Louisville
Louisville has lost just one conference game and already beat Syracuse earlier this season. Read more »
Teisha Hyman blossoms into statistical leader amid toughest stretch of season
Despite losing six consecutive games in January, Teisha Hyman led Syracuse in scoring during five of them, scoring at least 10 points in each game. Read more »
Transition offense, 3-point shooting helps Syracuse overcome Pittsburgh 80-72
Syracuse used 3-pointers and a quick transition offense to overcome the Panthers on Sunday afternoon. Read more »
Teisha Hyman’s 22 points not enough for Syracuse in loss to No. 20 Notre Dame
Teisha Hyman recorded her most steals in a single game since playing against Central Connecticut State in early December. Read more »
Observations from SU-Notre Dame: 3-point struggles, Hyman leads Orange
Notre Dame went on a 14-2 run against a fatigued Syracuse side and came out with a 21-point victory at home. Read more »
Vonn Read turned his knack for X’s and O’s into a 10-book series
Through his years as an NBA scout and a coach at the WNBA and college level, Vonn Read has authored 10 playbooks. Read more »
Inside the Syracuse Crunch-Tampa Bay Lightning’s championship affiliation
Thirty-one players from the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Stanley Cup winning teams were once regulars with the Syracuse Crunch since the affiliation began in 2012. Read more »
Syracuse forward Deandre Kerr signs with Toronto FC
Kerr joins Toronto FC after two seasons with Syracuse. He led the team in goals the past two years. Read more »
Syracuse’s game at UVA postponed due to expected inclement weather in the Virginia area
Syracuse’s next scheduled game is Jan. 20 against No. 15 Georgia Tech, which will mark the Orange’s third straight game against a ranked opponent. Read more »
Improved offense not enough for Syracuse in 84-71 loss to No. 3 Louisville
Louisville utilized a similar strategy as Boston College, driving inside and kicking out for open 3-point attempts to beat the Orange. Read more »
Opponent Preview: Everything to know about No. 3 Louisville
Facing a 4-game losing streak, Syracuse heads to Louisville, which has won 13 straight games. Here’s what you need to know about the Cardinals. Read more »
Syracuse outrebounds No. 17 Duke, can’t convert offensively in 9-point loss
The Orange won the rebounding battle 47-35 and managed 19 more field goal attempts than the Blue Devils. Read more »
Observations from Syracuse’s 9-point loss to No. 17 Duke
With an already limited bench, Syracuse struggled against Duke once it got into foul trouble. Read more »
Opponent Preview: Everything to know about No. 17 Duke, SU’s 5th ACC game
Syracuse returns to the Carrier Dome after losing two ACC games on the road. Here’s what you need to know about the Blue Devils. Read more »
Syracuse struggles inside, allows season-high 95-points in blowout loss against Boston College
Boston College shot 50% from 3-point range and easily handled Syracuse inside to pick up an easy conference win at home. Read more »
Syracuse’s game against Florida State postponed due to COVID-19 protocols
Syracuse is coming off a 36-point loss to North Carolina when it had just seven active players due to COVID-19 issues. Read more »
Without Alaysia Styles, Syracuse struggled inside in 36-point loss to UNC
North Carolina recorded 37 defensive rebounds, which matched Syracuse’s total boards throughout its 79-34 loss. Read more »
