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Syracuse ranked 7th in ACC Preseason Poll, 2 players named to All-ACC Team
SU placed seventh in the Atlantic Coast Conference Preseason Poll. Emma Muchnick and Coco Vandiver were named to the Preseason All-ACC Team. Read More »
John Mullen wins ACC Defensive Player of the Week award
Syracuse faceoff man John Mullen earned ACC Defensive Player of the Week, the conference announced Tuesday. Mullen went 14-for-19 on faceoffs and scored a goal in SU’s win over No. 17 BU. Read More »
Emma Muchnick, Coco Vandiver named 2026 IL Preseason All-Americans
Syracuse's Emma Muchnick and Coco Vandiver were named Inside Lacrosse Preseason All-Americans Tuesday. Muchnick made the Second Team, while Vandiver made the Third Team. Read More »
Against SJU, Syracuse will face another clearing test after struggles vs. BU
Despite beating No. 17 BU 13-6, Syracuse struggled to deal with the Terriers 10-man ride. Read More »
Payton Anderson, Wyatt Hottle total 4 goals in No. 3 SU’s win over No. 17 BU
Payton Anderson and Wyatt Hottle’s speed helped overcome No. 17 Boston University’s 10-man ride. They scored two goals each in No. 3 Syracuse’s 13-6 win Sunday. Read More »
Observations from No. 3 SU’s win vs. No. 17 BU: 10-man ride, Mullen locks in
Syracuse’s John Mullen carried over his dominance from last season, winning 73.7% of his faceoffs Sunday. Our beat writer has more observations from No. 3 SU’s 13-6 season-opening win over No. 17 Boston University. Read More »
Syracuse wants to win it all. It might have to burn a few boats to get there.
"There’s no Plan B, only ways through.” Syracuse is using a “burn the boats” mentality in its quest for a national championship. The Orange passed their first test Sunday, defeating No. 17 BU 13-6 to open the season. Read More »
Observations from SU’s exhibition win vs. Niagara: Guzik explosion, quick start
Syracuse dispatched Niagara 27-3 in its exhibition win Sunday, when nearly every player saw the field. The Orange thrived with a roster featuring 13 newcomers under first-year head coach Regy Thorpe. Read More »
Gary Gait talks No. 17 BU’s 10-man ride, defensive formula before season opener
“It’s just making sure that we know where the looks are and being organized.” Before Syracuse’s opener, Gary Gait discussed No. 17 BU’s 10-man ride proficiency and SU’s defensive formula. Our beat writer has more takeaways from Gait’s press conference. Read More »
ON THE BRINK: LACROSSE GUIDE 2026
Syracuse men lacrosse is on the cusp of a national title, and the women's team begins a new era under head coach Regy Thorpe. Read More »
Beat writers predict No. 3 Syracuse handles No. 17 BU to start season
No. 3 Syracuse men’s lacrosse hasn’t lost its season opener since 2021. Our beat writers say that trend won’t change. Read More »
Beat writers predict how SU women’s lacrosse will navigate Thorpe’s 1st year
After a 9-8 campaign last season, Syracuse women’s lacrosse lost two key offensive players and hired new head coach Regy Thorpe. Our beat writers predict how SU will navigate a tough schedule in Thorpe’s first season at the helm. Read More »
Beat writers predict how Syracuse men’s lacrosse will fare in 2026
Led by Tewaaraton Award favorite Joey Spallina, 2026 is likely Syracuse men’s lacrosse’s best shot at winning a national championship in over a decade. Read More »
'BIG DOG': Mackenzie Borbi furthers South Jersey’s esteemed draw specialist pipeline
After an illustrious high school career in South Jersey, draw specialist Mackenzie Borbi is ready to face top competition at Syracuse. Read More »
‘SILENT KILLER’: There’s only 1 way for Riley Figueiras to live up to Syracuse’s No. 11 legacy
“He’s gonna be the best defender in college lacrosse.” For the past two decades, No. 11 has been bestowed on some of Syracuse’s greatest defenders. In his fourth year, Riley Figueiras is ready to live up to that legacy. Read More »
EYES ON HER: Overlooked her whole career, Coco Vandiver is now everyone’s focus
“I went in with this attitude of, no one’s expecting anything out of me.” Four years ago, Coco Vandiver joined Syracuse as an unranked, unknown, unpopular recruit. Now, all eyes are on her as she pilots SU’s defense. Read More »
NO HIBERNATION: Everyone calls Payton Anderson ‘Bear.’ His drive to improve doesn’t hibernate.
Nicknamed “Bear” at age 6, Payton Anderson’s training with his father never hibernated. It led him to have a large freshman impact for the Orange. Read More »
BUILT FOR THIS: Regy Thorpe helped build Syracuse’s standard. As head coach, he can fulfill it.
Regy Thorpe built Syracuse into a powerhouse as an assistant coach. As head coach, he can bring SU an elusive first national championship. Read More »
LEGACY DEFINING: The only thing on Joey Spallina’s mind is winning a national championship
“The one thing that I’m missing is obviously a championship.” Joey Spallina is laser-focused on delivering Syracuse a national championship. It’s his last shot at etching his name among the greatest-ever SU players. Read More »
Orange grades: How every position ranks entering Regy Thorpe’s inaugural season
Despite hiring new head coach Regy Thorpe, Syracuse women’s lacrosse returns 25 players this season, with 13 transfer portal and freshmen reinforcements. Read More »
Wolf: It’s championship or bust for Syracuse in 2026. Gary Gait must deliver.
The Orange have the talent to win it all after a Final Four appearance in 2025. It’s up to Gary Gait to deliver. Read More »
Everything to know about No. 17 BU before No. 3 Syracuse’s season opener
No. 3 Syracuse men’s lacrosse opens its 2026 campaign with its first-ever matchup against No. 17 Boston University. The Terriers are coming off an 11-win season and a Patriot League championship appearance but fell short against Colgate. Read More »
Syracuse tallies 7 Inside Lacrosse 2026 Preseason All-American selections
Syracuse saw three players named to an Inside Lacrosse Preseason All-American team, and four additional players earned an honorable mention. Read More »
5 dates to circle on Syracuse men’s lacrosse’s 2026 schedule
Syracuse men’s lacrosse’s 2026 schedule features nine 2025 NCAA Tournament qualifiers and a six-game road trip for the first time since 1972. Read More »