Writer: Matt Miselis
Syracuse's freshman core has program excited for future
Syracuse had its season come to a fast end this past week. But its talented freshman class, led by Rhiann Newborn and Valeria Salazar, poses a bright future for the Orange. Read More »
Safdar, Rodgers drop doubles point in 4-3 loss to Notre Dame
After defeating Wake Forest in convincing fashion Friday, No. 68 Syracuse lost 4-3 No. 24 Notre Dame at Drumlins Tennis Club on Saturday. Read More »
Kobelt to finish up memorable Syracuse career on Senior Day
As Syracuse heads into its home matches against Wake Forest and Notre Dame this weekend, senior Maddie Kobelt will be honored for her contributions over the last four years. Read More »
Safdar leads Orange into ACC weekend matchups against Clemson, Georgia Tech
Komal Safdar has emerged as a productive veteran whose consistency on the court has benefited the team over the past month. She has won four of her last six singles matches, and is optimistic about carrying her momentum into SU’s (4-11, 4-6 ACC) upcoming road trip this weekend against Clemson (17-4, 9-1) and Georgia Tech (9-7, 6-4). Read More »
Newborn, Avgerinos miss opportunity to give SU doubles point
Syracuse lost 2-of-3 doubles matches and stood no chance in its 7-0 loss to No. 8 North Carolina on Sunday at Drumlins Tennis Club. Read More »
Freshman Messineo uses local roots to mesh with SU program
Olivia Messineo’s passion for tennis brought her to Syracuse, a few miles from her home in Fayetteville, N.Y. She grew up enamored with the school, and is now working to get on the court. Read More »
Safdar uses recent experience to propel Syracuse past Boston College
Komal Safdar’s victory in the final set clinched a 4-3 victory for Syracuse over Boston College at Drumlins Tennis Club on Sunday. Read More »
Freshman Salazar looks to continue contributing as Syracuse travels to Miami (Fla.)
As Syracuse travels to face Miami (Fla.) on Friday, Valeria Salazar is primed to continue rising as a reliable contributor. Read More »
Safdar, singles players lead Syracuse past Florida State for 2nd win of season
Instead of faltering at the end of the match, Somal Safdar was determined to put all of the pressure on Florida State. Her aggression paid off, as the Orange stunned the Seminoles on the heels of her racket. Read More »
Syracuse's season comes to close with semifinal loss to Mercyhurst
Syracuse lost to Mercyhurst 2-1 on Friday, and its season came to a close. The Orange reached the semifinals of the CHA tournament, and head coach Paul Flanagan believes that is a big stepping stone moving forward. Read More »
Syracuse players step up to fill void left by injured Marrow
So far, Syracuse has used a collective effort to fill Marrow’s void in the rotation. On Friday, SU imposed its will against Virginia Tech, 5-2, for the first win of the season. Read More »
Point guard Golden transfers to Georgia Tech to be closer to home, family
Trae Golden leads his team into Syracuse on Tuesday night for the second-to-last regular-season game of his career. Golden said being back home, and close to his parents, has helped him have a successful year. Read More »
Kobelt's success in doubles guides Syracuse to 1st win of season
Syracuse has struggled this season, but it won its first match of the season on Friday. Maddie Kobelt's doubles success was a main reason why SU came away with a win. Read More »
Syracuse blows out Lindenwood after Tigers lose starting goalie to injury, advances to conference semifinals
An injury to Lindenwood starting goalie Nicole Hensley left the Tigers deflated, and the Orange took advantage winning 6-0 and advancing to the conference semifinals against Mercyhurst. Read More »
Full-time goalie Drinkwater fights off stomach virus, prepares for CHA tournament
Full-time goalie Jenesica Drinkwater is trying to capture her first CHA championship. She is now Syracuse's exclusive option in net because Kallie Billadeau is out for the year. Read More »
Freshman Avgerinos builds strong rapport with teammates, transitions into collegiate play
The chemistry freshman Maria Avgerinos has built with her teammates on the court and in the classroom has led to a smooth transition with the Orange. Read More »
Interim head coach George settles in with young Orange team
Shelley George, who coached under former head coach Luke Jensen for seven years, finally received her chance to direct the program and is making great strides. Read More »
Former Syracuse captain Marty plays in 3rd Olympic games for Switzerland
Stefanie Marty played for Syracuse. Now she's a member of the Swiss national team. Read More »
Scharfe leads Syracuse's top line into weekend series against Lindenwood
SU's offensive success has been largely due to the leadership of Margot Scharfe, who embraces the role as the team’s captain, and will lead her line and the team into a weekend series with Lindenwood. Read More »
Flanagan prepares to face former school St. Lawrence
Syracuse ice hockey head coach Paul Flanagan used to coach at St. Lawrence. He'll coach against them Tuesday night. Read More »
Piacentini ties all-time Syracuse record with 8th consecutive game with point
Melissa Piacentini has been superb for Syracuse of late. She's recorded at least one point in eight consecutive games, tying an SU record. Read More »
Drinkwater eases into consistent starting role after Billadeau's season-ending injury
Jenesica Drinkwater has become Syracuse's sole starting goalie. Kallie Billadeau is out for the season after getting injured over winter break. Read More »
Newborn takes 1st steps as 5-star freshman at Syracuse
Rhiann Newborn is getting her feet wet on the tennis court while learning to adjust to college after being home-schooled in high school. Read More »