Tag: ACC WBB
Sophie Burrows' knockdown shooting stems from consistent routine
Burrows has always been known for her 3-point shooting, constantly working to develop her stroke. With her quick release and consistent form, teammates and coaches said that Burrows’ shot is “the same every time.” Read More »
Secondary scorers have helped Syracuse to 5-1 start
Through six games, Syracuse (5-1, 0-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) is averaging 81.5 points per game, in large part due to its role players stepping up. Read More »
Dyaisha Fair, Alaina Rice propel Syracuse to 81-69 win over Iowa State
On Saturday, Fair and Rice cashed in on season-best performances, combining for 55 points to lead Syracuse to an 81-69 win over Iowa State in its final game at the South Point Shootout in Las Vegas. Read More »
Syracuse’s post defense sparks 71-54 win over Northern Iowa
Syracuse held Northern Iowa’s leading scorer Grace Boffeli to just eight points while Kyra Wood finished with five blocks in the Orange's 71-54 win. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know ahead of Northern Iowa
Northern Iowa’s scoring defense ranks 322nd in the country, but the Panthers also feature MVC Preseason Player of the Year Grace Boffeli. Read More »
Syracuse fails to tie, take lead on final possession in 83-81 loss to No. 20 Maryland
The Orange stalled out on their final possession against the Terrapins, unable to comeback in an 83-81 loss. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know ahead of No. 20 Maryland
Following a dominant three-game home stand, SU travels to face No. 20 Maryland. The Terrapins have struggled defensively thus far, allowing 89.7 points per game. Read More »
Syracuse’s paint dominance, stout defense leads to blowout win over Coppin State
Syracuse (3-0, 0-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) bullied Coppin State (1-3, 0-0 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) in the paint, leading to a comfortable 80-47 win. Read More »
Dyaisha Fair scores game-high 16 points off bench in win over Coppin State
For the first time since transferring to Syracuse, point guard Dyaisha Fair didn’t start. The Orange still had no problem defeating Coppin State 80-47, led by Fair's 16 points. Read More »
Observations from SU’s 80-47 win over Coppin State: Paint dominance, quick pace
On Wednesday, the Orange had their closest game of the season, so far, but it still won comfortably to advance to 3-0 for the second consecutive season. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know ahead of Coppin State
Through its first two games, Syracuse has outscored its opponents 176-94. SU’s offensive dominance should continue against Coppin State, which is shooting 35.5% from the field and 22.1% on 3-pointers. Read More »
Despite blowout victory over CCSU, Syracuse displays inconsistent defense
“We're going to look at this film and realize that we were trying to swat at things.” Syracuse let CCSU shoot 5-for-7 from 3-point range in the first half but held it to just one 3-pointer in the second half. Read More »
Observations from Syracuse’s win over CCSU: Burrows bounces back, size advantage
Syracuse used its size advantage to dominate Central Connecticut while freshman Sophie Burrows found a rhythm on offense. Read More »
Dyaisha Fair’s 28 points lead Syracuse to 101-53 win over Central Connecticut State
Dyaisha Fair’s 22 first-half points gave SU a commanding lead over Central Connecticut in a 101-53 victory. Read More »
Syracuse guard Dominique Camp out for season with knee injury
Dominique Camp, a graduate transfer from Akron, is out for the 2023-24 season with a knee injury. Camp previously played under head coach Felisha Legette-Jack at Buffalo during 2021-22. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know ahead of Central Connecticut
After an impressive 34-point win against Lafayette in the season opener, Syracuse takes on Central Connecticut in game two. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the matchup. Read More »
Alyssa Latham flashes potential with double-double in SU debut
In her debut, Alyssa Latham flashed her potential. The lengthy, versatile forward dropped a double-double in her first career regular-season game, helping Syracuse defeat Lafayette 75-41. Read More »
Observations from SU’s season-opening win over Lafayette: No Woolley, rebounding dominance
Syracuse entered the second year of the Felisha Legette-Jack era with its second-ever game against Lafayette. On paper, the Leopards appeared to be an easy opponent opening game for the Orange. Read More »
Syracuse dominates Lafayette 75-41 in 1st win of season
Led by Dyaisha Fair's game-high 17 points, Syracuse cruised to a comfortable 75-41 win over Lafayette. Read More »
Opponent preview: What to know ahead of SU’s season opener vs. Lafayette
SU’s high-powered offense should dominate in its season opener against Lafayette, which closed the 2022-23 season with the 22nd-worst scoring rate in Division I. Read More »
Dyaisha Fair named to Naismith Player of the Year Watch List
Dyaisha Fair has been named to her second consecutive Naismith Women’s Player of the Year Watch List. Last season, she finished with 19.9 points per game and a First Team All-ACC selection. Read More »
NEW ERA: Basketball Guide 2023
The Daily Orange’s 2023 Basketball Guide previews a new era of Syracuse basketball with welcome signs of continuity too. Read More »
D.O. Sportscast: Women's basketball beat writers preview 2023-24 season
On this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, our women's basketball beat writers discuss the expectations for Felisha Legette-Jack's second season at the helm. Read More »
POLISHED: Competing for Team USA, Dyaisha Fair grew her defensive prowess
“It was a basketball die-hard experience.” Dyaisha Fair’s time playing 3x3 with Team USA allowed her to raise her skills and knowledge defensively heading into her final season at SU. Read More »