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Writer: Henry O'Brien

Screentime Podcast: Columnists discuss the best, worst of Summer 2024

As the summer comes to a close, Senior Staff Writers Nate Lechner and Henry O'Brien discuss the movies that defined the season Read More »

September 2, 2024 at 4:08 pm


O’Brien: Hack needs to find out what the hell to do with his life

Henry O'Brien reflects on how no matter what his future becomes, he wants to be doing something he loves. Read More »

May 2, 2024 at 10:26 am


‘Sasquatch Sunset’ examines connection between nature, the human condition

The Zellner Brothers’ “Sasquatch Sunset” portrays Sasquatches with human-like characteristics to connect with viewers and create a fascinating experience. Read More »

April 29, 2024 at 8:41 pm


Former Colorado State wide receiver Justus Ross-Simmons transfers to Syracuse

Former Colorado State wide receiver Justus Ross-Simmons has transferred to Syracuse, he announced on social media Wednesday. Ross-Simmons recorded 71 catches and 1,148 receiving yards in two seasons with the Rams. Read More »

April 24, 2024 at 11:17 pm


Former SU men's basketball player Brendan Paul faces felony drug charge

Former Syracuse men's basketball player Brendan Paul faces a felony drug charge following his March arrest in connection to a federal sex trafficking probe into Sean "Diddy" Combs. Read More »

April 24, 2024 at 9:12 pm


‘The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare’ is ultimately background noise

“The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” is unlike a typical World War II film, filled with a comedic tone and humorous quips. Read More »

April 22, 2024 at 9:06 pm


Observations from SU's 2024 Spring Game: McCord's dome debut, running back depth

Syracuse's running back tandem of LeQuint Allen Jr. and Yasin Willis shined on the ground in Syracuse's 2024 Spring Game. More observations on SU's scrimmage. Read More »

April 20, 2024 at 9:43 pm


Spring Football Notebook 2024: OL starters, Syracuse’s new GM

In SU's final spring football practice available to the media, offensive line coach Dale Williams revealed four starters for Saturday. Read More »

April 18, 2024 at 1:27 pm


2025 commit Darien Williams encompasses Fran Brown’s local recruiting push

Top-ranked 2025 commit Darien Williams is set to be Syracuse’s first enrolled recruit from central New York since 2018. The two-way star is part of Fran Brown’s push for more local recruits. Read More »

April 18, 2024 at 12:45 am


Spring Football Notebook 2024: Special teams, Justin Barron’s return

Syracuse’s new special teams coordinator James Vollono spoke to the media about his hiring process along with SU’s current kicking situation. More from HANK on Syracuse’s latest spring practice. Read More »

April 16, 2024 at 2:13 pm


Notre Dame cornerback Clarence Lewis transfers to Syracuse

Former Notre Dame cornerback Clarence Lewis has announced that he's transferring to Syracuse. Lewis appeared in all 13 games for the Fighting Irish last season, totaling nine tackles and a pick-six. Read More »

April 16, 2024 at 12:22 pm


Former Syracuse guard Justin Taylor transfers to James Madison

Former Syracuse guard Justin Taylor announced his commitment to James Madison on social media Monday. Read More »

April 15, 2024 at 5:49 pm



Former Syracuse center Peter Carey transfers to Siena

Former Syracuse center Peter Carey announced on social media that he has committed to Siena. Carey is set to join Siena head coach and former SU assistant Gerry McNamara. Read More »

April 14, 2024 at 1:30 pm


Syracuse center Mounir Hima enters transfer portal

Syracuse center Mounir Hima is entering the transfer portal. Hima appeared in 40 games with SU and averaged 0.8 points per game. Read More »

April 10, 2024 at 7:18 pm


Spring Football Notebook 2024: Gadsden, Meeks ruled out for rest of spring practice

Syracuse head coach Fran Brown said that tight end Oronde Gadsden II and wide receiver Jackson Meeks will not return for the remainder of spring practice due to injuries. More observations on SU's latest spring practice. Read More »

April 9, 2024 at 2:31 pm


Spring Football Notebook 2024: Nunzio Campanile's new role, o-line injuries

Syracuse quarterbacks coach Nunzio Campanile discussed his new role and spoke about Kyle McCord's development. More observations on SU's sixth spring practice available to the media. Read More »

April 4, 2024 at 4:31 pm


Spring Football Notebook 2024: Chestnut at safety, changing defensive scheme

Syracuse head coach Fran Brown discussed switching Duce Chestnut from cornerback to safety, saying it will help extend his playing career. More observations on SU's fifth spring practice available to the media. Read More »

April 2, 2024 at 2:24 pm


Former Syracuse men’s basketball player Brendan Paul arrested on drug charges

Former Syracuse men’s basketball player Brendan Paul was arrested yesterday on drug charges, according to TMZ. Paul allegedly served as Sean 'Diddy’ Combs’s "drug mule." Read More »

March 26, 2024 at 4:49 pm


3-star Luke Carney commits to Syracuse, becomes 1st QB from 2025 class

Three-star quarterback Luke Carney announced his commitment to Syracuse on social media. In 2023, Carney threw for 3,723 yards and 47 touchdowns, helping lead Dallas Christian to a TAPPS Division III state title. Read More »

March 25, 2024 at 6:16 pm


Spring Football Notebook 2024: Allen Jr. bulks up, blocking TEs

Syracuse's LeQuint Allen Jr. says he's gained explosiveness through bulking up in the offseason as he leads a young running backs room. More takeaways from SU's third spring practice available to the media. Read More »

March 25, 2024 at 1:26 pm


Spring Football Notebook 2024: 1st look at McCord, Gadsden returns

Syracuse’s first spring practice featured Oronde Gadsden’s return from injury to lead a new-look receiving corps with Georgia transfers Zeed Haynes and Jackson Meeks. More observations. Read More »

March 21, 2024 at 1:18 pm


Syracuse Common Council to honor Jim Boeheim with street sign near JMA Wireless Dome

The Syracuse Common Council will vote Monday to place an honorary sign for former SU men’s basketball head coach Jim Boeheim near the southern approach of the JMA Wireless Dome, according to syracuse.com. Read More »

March 20, 2024 at 4:24 pm


‘Ricky Stanicky’ tries and fails to be a raunchy comedy from a time gone by

Peter Farrelly's “Ricky Stanicky” suffers from combining themes of classic comedies, but is too simple. Even though there are some funny moments from Zac Efron and John Cena, the movie does too much and falls short. Read More »

March 19, 2024 at 10:07 pm