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Syracuse guard Dominique Darius named USBWA National Player of the Week

Syracuse guard Dominique Darius was named USBWA National Player of the Week, the association announced Wednesday. Read More »

January 21, 2026 at 5:31 pm


Syracuse overcomes Laila Phelia’s absence, downs Stanford 69-58

Despite missing leading scorer Laila Phelia due to injury and Dominique Darius briefly exiting, SU never relinquished its halftime lead. Read More »

January 18, 2026 at 4:06 pm


What to know about Syracuse’s matchup with Stanford 3 days after 3OT thriller

Coming off a thrilling triple-overtime win over Cal, Syracuse takes on another West Coast foe in Stanford. Read More »

January 17, 2026 at 9:21 pm


Former top QB recruit Malachi Nelson transfers to Syracuse, joins 4th school

Syracuse landed quarterback Malachi Nelson from the transfer portal, Pete Thamel reported Friday. A former No. 1 overall recruit, Nelson expects to compete for SU’s starting spot after spending time at USC, Boise State and UTEP. Read More »

January 16, 2026 at 6:21 pm


Previewing Syracuse women’s basketball’s matchup with red-hot Virginia

Virginia started the season 6-3 but has since claimed seven straight wins, including five in the ACC. The Cavaliers host Syracuse Sunday. Read More »

January 10, 2026 at 10:37 pm


Uche Izoje named program-1st USBWA National Freshman of the Week

Uche’s the first player in program history to earn the award, which came a day after being named ACC Rookie of the Week a fourth time. Read More »

January 6, 2026 at 5:16 pm


Uche Izoje claims program-record 4th ACC Rookie of the Week honor

Center Uche Izoje secured her fourth ACC Rookie of the Week honors Monday after averaging a double-double against FSU and Wake Forest. Read More »

January 5, 2026 at 4:40 pm


Observations from SU’s win vs. Wake Forest: Silencing Oliver, closing the book

Syracuse entered halftime leading 32-31 but broke ahead in the second half for a double-digit ACC road win over Wake Forest. Read More »

January 4, 2026 at 3:49 pm


Syracuse suffers 1st ACC loss, scores season-low 51 points in defeat to Duke

Syracuse’s six-game winning streak ended Sunday, with the Orange suffering a 71-51 loss to Duke. Read More »

December 28, 2025 at 6:11 pm


Previewing Syracuse’s ACC home opener vs. Duke

Duke opened the season ranked No. 7 in the country but dropped to 3-6, its worst start since 1983-84. It’s since won three straight games but remains unranked. Read More »

December 27, 2025 at 12:53 pm


Syracuse OL Da’Metrius Weatherspoon declares for 2026 NFL Draft

Syracuse offensive lineman Da’Metrius Weatherspoon has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, he announced Wednesday. Read More »

December 24, 2025 at 1:22 pm


Adrian Autry’s backcourt vision became reality against Stonehill

J.J. Starling and Naithan George combined for 42 points and shot 52% in Syracuse’s win over Stonehill Monday. Read More »

December 23, 2025 at 12:00 am


Observations from SU’s win vs. Stonehill: Starling-George offense, putaway punch

Entering Monday, J.J. Starling needed seven points to become Syracuse’s 67th player to reach 1,000 career points. It took just three minutes for him to reach that mark. Our beat writer has more observations from SU’s win over Stonehill. Read More »

December 22, 2025 at 9:25 pm


Syracuse extends win streak to 4 with 88-42 rout of Colgate

Syracuse took down Colgate 88-42 Wednesday for its fourth straight win. The Orange never trailed after a 14-0 run to open the game. Read More »

December 10, 2025 at 9:02 pm


Syracuse reportedly to hire Jeremy Hawkins as D-line coach

Syracuse is expected to hire Jeremy Hawkins as its defensive line coach, Matt Zenitz reported Tuesday night. Hawkins spent the last two years at Georgia State and filled roles with Eastern Kentucky, Mercer, LSU and UAB. Read More »

December 9, 2025 at 9:20 pm


What to know about Colgate ahead of Syracuse women’s basketball matchup

Syracuse women's basketball will look to continue its impressive start against Colgate Wednesday. The Raiders opened their season with four wins but have since lost five straight. Read More »

December 9, 2025 at 9:19 pm


Syracuse center Uche Izoje earns 2nd straight ACC Rookie of the Week honor

Syracuse center Uche Izoje earned ACC Rookie of the Week honors for the second straight week Monday. Read More »

December 8, 2025 at 4:41 pm


Syracuse women’s basketball rolls past SMU 78-69 in ACC opener

Syracuse women’s basketball opened ACC play with a dominant 78-69 win over SMU Sunday. The Orange hit a season-high 11 3s, while Sophie Burrows led SU with 22 points. Read More »

December 7, 2025 at 5:12 pm


Previewing Syracuse women’s basketball’s ACC opener vs. SMU

On Jan. 9, Syracuse fell to 0-4 in ACC play after a buzzer-beater loss to SMU. Nearly a year later, the Mustangs have no players remaining from that squad. More on SMU before Sunday’s matchup with the Orange. Read More »

December 6, 2025 at 10:43 am


Syracuse prevails in OT affair, takes down Auburn 66-60

Syracuse experienced its first overtime action of the season but wasn’t fazed, taking down Auburn 66-60 Wednesday. Four SU players scored in double figures, propelling the Orange to the ACC/SEC Challenge win. Read More »

December 3, 2025 at 7:37 pm


Previewing Syracuse women’s basketball’s ACC/SEC Challenge vs. Auburn

Under first-year head coach Larry Vickers, Auburn has surged to an 8-1 start, its best since 2018-19. Our beat writer has more on the Tigers before they take on Syracuse Wednesday in the ACC/SEC Challenge. Read More »

December 2, 2025 at 10:53 pm


Jack Stonehouse named to All-ACC 1st Team after record-breaking year

Syracuse punter Jack Stonehouse earned All-ACC First Team honors, the conference announced Tuesday. Stonehouse’s 46.5 yards per punt this season marked the best ever for an SU punter. Read More »

December 2, 2025 at 4:49 pm


Previewing Syracuse women’s basketball’s Sunday matinee clash with Howard

Howard, which is 6-2 so far this season, is coming off a 30-point loss to Purdue when it faces Syracuse Sunday in the Dome. Read More »

November 29, 2025 at 9:21 pm


23 Syracuse turnovers prove costly in 81-55 loss to No. 6 Michigan

“I wish we made different mistakes.” Syracuse committed a season-high 23 turnovers against No. 6 Michigan Sunday. The Wolverines turned it into 31 points, dooming SU in its first loss of the season. Read More »

November 23, 2025 at 4:58 pm