Writer archives: Justin Girshon
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After 2nd losing regular season, Autry says ‘Orange Standard’ is different
After Syracuse sealed its second consecutive losing regular season, Adrian Autry said the “Orange Standard” is different than what it used to be. Read More »
Observations from SU’s overtime loss to Pitt: Late push, Starling struggles
Facing a 12-point second-half deficit, Syracuse went on a 10-0 “kill shot” run to pull within two points. It wasn’t enough to secure a regular-season finale win. Read More »
LOYALTY TESTED: Adrian Autry’s Syracuse future is at a crossroads
Adrian Autry embodies Syracuse basketball, but his future as head coach is in doubt as the Orange may missing another March Madness Read More »
Even with Caleb Wilson sidelined, Syracuse fell in another big matchup
Despite facing North Carolina without star Caleb Wilson, Syracuse suffered its seventh double-digit loss this season. Read More »
Syracuse falls 77-64 to No. 16 North Carolina, drops 8th Quad 1 game
Syracuse fell 77-64 to No. 16 North Carolina on Saturday, even though the Tar Heels were without star freshman Caleb Wilson. Read More »
SLOW SLIDE: 30 program-defining moments since Autry, Syracuse’s 2024 UNC upset
Syracuse’s upset win over North Carolina in 2024 serves as the signature moment of head coach Adrian Autry’s three seasons at the helm. Read More »
What to know before Syracuse men’s basketball’s 2nd test vs. No. 16 UNC
One game removed from its largest ACC loss since joining the conference, Syracuse aims to bounce back against No. 16 North Carolina. The Tar Heels were upset Tuesday by NC State. Our beat writer has everything to know about the marquee matchup. Read More »
Maliq Brown continued making winning plays in Duke’s rout of Syracuse
As he has all season, former SU forward Maliq Brown made winning plays in Duke’s rout over the Orange. Read More »
Cameron Boozer epitomizes difference between Syracuse and Duke
Cameron Boozer’s 22-point, 12-rebound double-double helped spark No. 3 Duke’s blowout win over Syracuse Monday. Read More »
Observations from SU’s loss to No. 3 Duke: Rebound disparity, slow start
Syracuse was dominated on the glass Monday night in Durham, losing the rebounding battle 39-29 to No. 3 Duke. Read More »
Adrian Autry looks forward as John Wildhack’s retirement creates uncertainty
“I’m just gonna be locked in on my team until we finish up the season, and then go from there.” After Syracuse beat Cal, Adrian Autry looked ahead amid the uncertainty following John Wildhack’s retirement. Read More »
William Kyle III embodies ‘fight’ SU needs to stay alive in 2OT vs. Cal
In Syracuse’s win over Cal, William Kyle III embodied the fight needed for SU to keep its season alive. Read More »
Observations from Syracuse’s 2OT win vs. Cal: 1st OT win, Bell returns
Despite losing the 3-point battle 11-6, Syracuse held on for a double overtime win over California. Read More »
Girshon: SU men’s basketball plummeted under Wildhack. What’s next is key.
Column: Syracuse’s men’s basketball program plummeted during John Wildhack’s 10-year tenure as director of athletics. Our beat writer writes that what happens next will define the Orange. Read More »
John Wildhack talks retirement: ‘It was my decision’
Following his retirement announcement, John Wildhack joined Cuse Sports Talk to discuss his decision. Here are our beat writer's takeaways from the interview. Read More »
Syracuse AD John Wildhack set to retire after 10 years
Syracuse Director of Athletics John Wildhack is set to retire, SU Athletics confirmed in a press release on Wednesday. Wildhack will remain in his role through July 1 to conclude his 10-year tenure at SU. Read More »
ACC Coaches Call notebook: Kiyan’s playing time, Chris Bell’s return
Adrian Autry discussed Kiyan Anthony’s benching and Chris Bell’s return to the JMA Wireless Dome. Read More »
After another loss, time is ticking on Syracuse’s season
SU’s 72-59 road defeat to Virginia was its sixth loss in its last seven games. Such a stretch never occurred during Jim Boeheim’s tenure. Read More »
Syracuse falls to No. 18 Virginia 72-59 for 6th loss in last 7 games
Syracuse fell 72-59 on the road versus No. 18 Virginia for its sixth loss in its last seven games. The defeat drops SU to 1-6 in Quad 1 games. Read More »
What to know before Syracuse faces No. 18 Virginia
Syracuse basketball will face a ranked opponent on the road for the second time this week when it plays No. 17 Virginia on Saturday. Read More »
After Carmelo’s ‘SMFH,’ Kiyan Anthony accepts role amid Syracuse struggles
Hours after Carmelo Anthony’s “SMFH” Instagram comment, Kiyan Anthony said he’s “super OK” with his role at Syracuse. Read More »
Adrian Autry calls out Syracuse’s ball movement after loss to No. 14 UNC
Adrian Autry called out SU’s ball movement after its 10-point loss to No. 14 UNC. Read More »
Observations from SU’s loss to No. 14 UNC: 1st-half struggles, Freeman starts
After scoring a season-high 28 points while making five 3-pointers against Notre Dame, Nate Kingz attempted just three 3 against North Carolina. Read More »
Previewing Syracuse men’s basketball’s road bout against No. 14 UNC
After snapping its four-game losing streak with an 86-72 home win over Notre Dame, Syracuse faces No. 14 North Carolina on the road Monday. Read More »