Writer archives: Aiden Stepansky
Contact Aiden at: amstepan@syr.edu | @AidenStepansky
Opponent Preview: What to know before SU's NCAA Tournament bout vs. Stony Brook
Stony Brook enters the second round of the NCAA Tournament versus Syracuse on a 13-game winning streak. More on the Seawolves before they take on SU. Read More »
Former FAU quarterback Michael Johnson Jr. commits to SU
Florida Atlantic transfer quarterback Michael Johnson Jr. has committed to Syracuse, according to 247 Sports. Johnson Jr. is the second quarterback SU acquired from the transfer portal this offseason. Read More »
Stepansky: SU’s big-game experience has prepared it to win 1st national title
Column: Over the years, Syracuse women’s lacrosse has constantly fallen short in the postseason. But in 2024, its grueling schedule has prepared it to win its first-ever national championship. Read More »
Newsmaker: Andy McCullough discusses release of “The Last of His Kind”
D.O. alumnus Andy McCullough discussed the process of writing his first-ever book “The Last of His Kind." The book details the historic career of Clayton Kershaw and the decline of starting pitching in MLB. Read More »
Emma Tyrrell selected 12th overall in Athletes Unlimited College Draft
Syracuse midfielder Emma Tyrrell was selected 12th overall in the 2024 Athletes Unlimited College Draft. Tyrrell becomes the third SU player in the last two years to be selected. Read More »
Former SU guard Quadir Copeland transfers to McNeese State
Former Syracuse guard Quadir Copeland has transferred to McNeese State. Copeland averaged 9.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.8 assists as a sophomore for the Orange. Read More »
Syracuse women’s lacrosse stays at No. 3 in Week 13 Inside Lacrosse Poll
Syracuse women’s lacrosse has remained at No. 3 in the Week 13 Inside Lacrosse Poll heading into the NCAA Tournament. Read More »
Onondaga Historical Association spotlights a history of Syracuse sports memorabilia
The Onondaga Historical Association showcases Syracuse's sports history through various teams’ merchandise. The displayed jerseys serve as a recorded history for sports fans and residents. Read More »
BC's adjustments to slow impact of SU's draw control unit propel ACC title victory
Syracuse’s draw control unit won 58-of-81 draws across its three ACC Tournament games. But in the title game against Boston College, the Eagles showed that SU can be slowed in the circle. Read More »
CHA merges with AHA to form Atlantic Hockey America
The CHA, Syracuse ice hockey’s conference for its entire existence, announced Tuesday it will merge with the AHA to form the Atlantic Hockey America conference. Read More »
Syracuse women’s lacrosse climbs to No. 3 in latest Inside Lacrosse Poll
Following tournament wins over Louisville and Virginia and a loss to Boston College in the ACC Championship, Syracuse women’s lacrosse rose to No. 3 in the Week 12 Inside Lacrosse Poll. Read More »
22-minute scoring drought plagues No. 4 SU in ACC Championship loss to No. 3 BC
“We were just unrecognizable.” No. 4 Syracuse was held without a goal for 22 straight minutes in its 15-8 loss to No. 3 Boston College in the ACC Championship. Read More »
Observations from No. 4 SU’s ACC title loss to No. 3 BC: Transition offense, Emmas limited
No. 4 Syracuse scored just three goals in the final three quarters versus No. 3 Boston College, leading to a 15-8 defeat in the ACC Tournament title game. Read More »
Emma Tyrrell, Emma Ward combine for 9 points in No. 4 SU’s win over No. 6 UVA
Emma Tyrrell and Emma Ward combined for nine points versus No. 6 Virginia Friday, leading No. 4 Syracuse to an ACC title game berth. Read More »
No. 4 Syracuse rides 8-0 1st quarter to 19-4 win over No. 6 Virginia, advances to ACC title
No. 4 Syracuse used an 8-0 first quarter to defeat No. 6 Virginia 19-4 in the ACC Tournament semifinals. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know about No. 5 seed Virginia
Following its ACC Tournament quarterfinals win over Louisville, No. 1 seed Syracuse faces No. 5 seed Virginia in the semifinals. AIDEN has everything to know about the Cavaliers ahead of Friday’s matchup. Read More »
Olivia Adamson's shooting precision led to emergence as elite threat for Syracuse
“She’s one of the best finishers I’ve ever coached.” During her junior season, Olivia Adamson has emerged as one of No. 4 SU's top threats on the attack due to her elite finishing ability. Read More »
10 Syracuse women’s lacrosse players selected to All-ACC teams
Ten members of Syracuse women’s lacrosse were named to All-ACC teams, the most selections for any team in the conference. Four players made the First Team while four were placed on the Second Team. Read More »
SU women’s lacrosse drops to No. 4 in Week 11 Inside Lacrosse Poll
Syracuse women's lacrosse fell two spots to No. 4 in the Inside Lacrosse Poll following an overtime loss to Boston College. Read More »
Emma Tyrrell held to 1 goal in No. 2 Syracuse’s loss to No. 6 Boston College
In Syracuse’s 11-10 overtime loss to Boston College Thursday, SU leading scorer Emma Tyrrell was held to just one goal and two points, her lowest totals since being shut out against Virginia Tech on March 9. Read More »
No. 2 Syracuse falls 11-10 to No. 6 Boston College, records 3rd straight 1-goal loss to BC
No. 2 Syracuse repeated a similar script of blowing a late lead against the Eagles, resulting in its fifth straight loss to BC and third in a row by one goal. Read More »
Katie Goodale, Emma Tyrrell among 25 nominees for Women's Tewaaraton Award
Syracuse defender Katie Goodale and attack Emma Tyrrell are among 25 nominees for the 2024 Women’s Tewaaraton Award. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know ahead of No. 6 Boston College
No. 2 Syracuse faces No. 6 Boston College as it looks to finish ACC play unbeaten. Here’s everything to know about the Eagles ahead of Thursday night’s matchup. Read More »
Breaking down the numbers behind No. 2 Syracuse’s recent struggles against No. 6 Boston College
Syracuse hasn't beaten Boston College since 2021, losing four straight games. Here's a break down the numbers behind SU’s struggles against BC and how it can defeat the Eagles. Read More »