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Formation, personnel changes help Syracuse find winning formula

Prior to its victory last Sunday, Syracuse had struggled to produce a complete performance, having constantly shifted formations and personnel in search of a winning formula. Read More »

October 16, 2019 at 11:19 pm


Syracuse defeats Virginia in straight sets to end a 3-game losing streak

The Orange never trailed in their second ACC win of the season. Read More »

October 13, 2019 at 6:20 pm


Polina Shemanova's return to form powers Syracuse past Virginia in straight sets

Shemanova recorded 19 kills, 11 digs and two aces in the Orange's straight-set win. Read More »

October 13, 2019 at 5:41 pm


Syracuse loses in straight-sets to No. 3 Pitt after missed set point

After escaping with the first set, Pittsburgh easily secured the next two sets, defeating Syracuse. Read More »

October 11, 2019 at 11:53 pm


Aliah Bowllan returns after month-long injury in Syracuse's loss to Pittsburgh

Bowllan returned from injury and tallied 16 digs to try and keep the Orange in each set with the Panthers. Read More »

October 11, 2019 at 11:49 pm


Syracuse comeback falls short in 5-set loss to Duke after saving 3 match points

The Orange trailed 14-11 in the fifth set before winning four straight points. It wasn't enough as the Blue Devils won 17-15 in the fifth set. Read More »

October 6, 2019 at 7:47 pm


Syracuse's frontline improves with personnel changes in 3-2 loss to Duke

Marina Markova, who usually plays outside hitter, moved to the inside against Duke and recorded a team-high 11 blocks. Read More »

October 6, 2019 at 7:46 pm


Kendra Lukacs impresses in 3-1 loss to Wake Forest

While she did play out of position, Lukacs didn’t miss a beat, tallying 10 digs. Read More »

October 5, 2019 at 12:23 am


Syracuse drops home-opener to Wake Forest in 4 sets

The Orange wasted a 24-21 lead in the fourth set to lose the match. Read More »

October 5, 2019 at 12:04 am


After an 0-4 start to the season, Syracuse’s young core has helped it get back on track

Marina Markova, Lauren Woodford and Elena Karakasi are leading a group of underclassmen an SU senior called “special.” Read More »

October 2, 2019 at 11:44 pm


Syracuse rallies to win final two sets and defeat Clemson 3-2

The Orange trailed won the final set 17-15 and overcame a two sets to one deficit. Read More »

September 29, 2019 at 8:03 pm


Freshman Abigail Casiano answering Syracuse’s blocker questions

Through Syracuse’s first seven games, freshman Abigail Casiano has 20 blocks, tied for the team-high. Read More »

September 25, 2019 at 11:04 pm


New assistant coach Madison Drescher making an impact for Syracuse

Drescher is expected to be a key member of Syracuse’s coaching staff, following the departure of associate head coach Erin Little, who was named head coach at Cortland in late March. Read More »

September 24, 2019 at 10:18 pm


Syracuse wins 2nd consecutive match in straight-sets

After losing their first four games, the Orange have responded with consecutive straight-set wins. Read More »

September 20, 2019 at 9:38 pm


Syracuse gets 1st win of season, drops Kansas in straight sets

Marina Markova and Polina Shemanova combined for 32 kills. Read More »

September 15, 2019 at 6:14 pm


Syracuse loses in straight sets for 4th consecutive loss

After qualifying for the NCAA tournament last season, the Orange have slumped to an 0-4 record to begin the year. Read More »

September 15, 2019 at 12:54 am


Syracuse's 3-2 loss to Morehead State cements worst start since 2016

Despite Polina Shemanova's 24 kills, Syracuse couldn't overcome its errors in a five-set loss to Morehead State Read More »

September 13, 2019 at 10:04 pm


After two setters departed the team, Elena Karakasi has been thrust into the starting lineup

Last season, setter was one of the most consistent positions for an Orange squad that achieved their first NCAA tournament berth in program history. Read More »

September 11, 2019 at 11:26 pm


Yuliia Yastrub’s versatility helps her take on larger role this season

With Santita Ebangwese gone, the junior’s willingness to play around the court will help Syracuse contend for a second straight NCAA tournament berth. Read More »

September 10, 2019 at 10:24 pm


Inside the recruiting process that brought Polina Shemanova to Syracuse

The sophomore was convinced of coming to SU after Leonid Yelin flew to Russia in January 2018. Read More »

September 8, 2019 at 11:20 pm


Syracuse drops season-opener to No. 17 Baylor in straight sets

The Orange came closest to winning a set in the third, when they lost 25-23. Read More »

September 5, 2019 at 9:46 pm


6 Syracuse stats to know before the fall seasons begins

SU fall sports open their seasons over the next two weeks Read More »

August 27, 2019 at 12:17 am


Polina Shemanova named to preseason All-ACC Team

One of five rising sophomores named to the All-ACC team, Shemanova contributed to the Orange’s first NCAA tournament appearance in program history in 2018. Read More »

August 9, 2019 at 5:37 pm


Madison Drescher to join Syracuse volleyball as assistant

Madison Drescher played four seasons for Oklahoma between 2015 and 2018. Read More »

July 8, 2019 at 6:31 pm