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Smith: Hack advises future hacks to enjoy the road

Connor Smith reflects on how some of his greatest memories as a student journalist were formed through road trips. Read More »

May 2, 2024 at 7:58 am


Strong guard play lifts Syracuse to 80-68 win at Georgetown

J.J. Starling hit all three of his 3-point attempts to rebound from a 4-for-12 shooting performance against Cornell and help Syracuse beat Georgetown. Read More »

December 9, 2023 at 1:55 pm


PAINT THE TOWN ORANGE: Adrian Autry’s history in D.C. area shaped SU’s recruiting pipeline in the region

Through his ties to the DMV basketball community, Adrian Autry has recruited multiple big time players to Syracuse from the area. Read More »

December 6, 2023 at 10:36 pm


Smith: The Dino Babers experiment never made sense for Syracuse

Column: Dino Babers' recruiting and offensive approach never worked at Syracuse, making his firing only a matter of time. Read More »

November 20, 2023 at 9:40 pm


'The best of us': Chris Snow’s belief, strength helped him leave an impact wherever he went

Chris Snow died Sept. 30 after going into cardiac arrest following a four-year battle with ALS. He left an impact on those he worked alongside at The Daily Orange and as an NHL executive. Read More »

November 2, 2023 at 1:34 am


Smith: The ACC made the right move by expanding. And that’s a good thing for SU

The ACC recently announced the additions of Stanford, Cal and SMU to the league in hopes of securing itself for the future. Read More »

September 7, 2023 at 12:13 am


Syracuse quarterback Justin Lamson reportedly entering transfer portal

Justin Lamson didn’t appear in any games over his two-year Syracuse career, though impressed in spring practice this year and last. Read More »

April 30, 2023 at 2:25 pm


No. 15 Syracuse’s season ends fittingly with 18-15 loss to No. 2 Duke

Syracuse used a 4-0 to cut its deficit to two early in the fourth quarter, but a lost faceoff and ground ball led to Duke ending that run and eventually, beating SU for the second time this season. Read More »

April 29, 2023 at 2:29 pm


Syracuse cornerback Garrett Williams selected by Arizona Cardinals in 3rd round

The Arizona Cardinals took Garrett Williams, a three-year starting cornerback, in the NFL Draft making him the second Syracuse player selected this year. Read More »

April 28, 2023 at 9:50 pm


SU offensive lineman Matthew Bergeron selected 38th overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2023 NFL Draft

With his NFL draft selection, Matthew Bergeron became Syracuse’s first opening-round selection in 10 years, and the first-ever player from his hometown drafted. Read More »

April 28, 2023 at 9:20 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about No. 2 Duke, Syracuse’s final opponent of the season

Brennan O’Neill leads Duke with 65 points. He notched six points in the Blue Devils win over Syracuse on March 5. Read More »

April 27, 2023 at 12:04 am


Syracuse starting defensive end Jatius Geer enters transfer portal

After starting 12 of Syracuse's 13 games last season at defensive end and finishing fourth on the team in sacks, Jatius Geer enters the transfer portal. Read More »

April 26, 2023 at 5:23 pm


Depth, flexibility help Syracuse defense finish strong spring with impressive scrimmage performance

In an impressive showing from the defense, Denis Jacquez Jr., who missed most of last season, registered a sack and four total tackles. Read More »

April 23, 2023 at 5:24 pm


No. 4 Virginia’s 7-goal 1st quarter serves No. 12 Syracuse a deflating loss

Xander Dickson registered a first-quarter hat trick as part of his seven-goal performance, which lifted Virginia to a seven-goal home win over Syracuse. Read More »

April 22, 2023 at 6:52 pm


Observations from No. 12 SU’s 19-12 loss to No. 4 UVA: Slow start, Dickson has an impressive day

Syracuse got out to a slow start in its must-win game against Virginia, falling behind 6-0 and ultimately losing by seven in its penultimate regular season game. Read More »

April 22, 2023 at 4:28 pm


Observations from SU's spring game: Lamson works with first team, defense shines

Justin Lamson and Carlos Del Rio-Wilson split time at quarterback, combining for three passing touchdowns, with Garrett Shrader injured. Read More »

April 21, 2023 at 10:20 pm


After a season full of injuries, SU is hoping new nutritionist can keep players healthy

Syracuse became the last school in the ACC to hire a nutritionist this spring by bringing in Tori Brown, a local product and former West Virginia football dietician. Read More »

April 19, 2023 at 11:13 pm


Syracuse quarterback JaCobian Morgan enters transfer portal

JaCobian Morgan wasn’t listed on Syracuse’s spring practice roster. He appeared in six games over two years as a backup quarterback. Read More »

April 18, 2023 at 5:08 pm


Michael Leo’s goal with 12 seconds left lifts No. 17 Syracuse to 15-14 win over No. 11 UNC

Syracuse struggled to win face-offs and clear the ball in the first half, but second-half adjustments helped the Orange take down North Carolina. Read More »

April 15, 2023 at 6:35 pm


Opponent preview: What to know about No. 11 North Carolina men's lacrosse before rematch

North Carolina ranks first in the country in defensive efficiency and will look to sweep the season series against Syracuse on Saturday Read More »

April 13, 2023 at 12:18 am


Notebook: What Rocky Long’s defense looks like, Isaiah Jones emerges

Syracuse’s defense was one of the ACC’s best last season, but new implementations this spring have aimed to improve the unit. Read More »

April 11, 2023 at 9:31 pm


Syracuse returns to Inside Lacrosse’s top-20 rankings at No. 17 spot

Syracuse returned to the Inside Lacrosse top-20 rankings following a 16-13 win over then-No. 15 Princeton. The Orange are No. 17. Read More »

April 10, 2023 at 5:12 pm


Observations from SU's intra-squad scrimmage: QBs and RBs split time, Okechukwu stands out

Justin Lamson and Carlos Del Rio-Wilson took turns running Syracuse’s offense, which impressed during the second half of Saturday morning’s scrimmage. Read More »

April 8, 2023 at 4:13 pm


3RD TIME'S THE CHARM: Syracuse’s tournament runs in 1987, 1996 paved the way for its 2003 championship

Before defeating Kansas in the national championship in 2003, Syracuse had fallen short in 1987 and 1996. Our beat reporter writes how the two losses paved the way for SU’s title. Read More »

April 5, 2023 at 8:12 pm