Writer: Matt Schneidman
Syracuse, Brandon Mullins prepare to handle lethal Duke midfielder Myles Jones
John Desko’s eyes widened and he nodded in agreement when asked about the threat that Duke midfielders Myles Jones and Deemer Class pose. “Myles Jones is probably the most dominant player in college lacrosse right now,” Desko said. Read More »
Jim Boeheim confirms he'll accept 9-game suspension, appeal not being able to coach in practice
Jim Boeheim will "absolutely" appeal his nine-game suspension to start 2015-16 conference play, he confirmed at his Thursday morning press conference. Read More »
Former Syracuse running back Adonis Ameen-Moore charged with possession of marijuana
Adonis-Ameen Moore, who finished up as a senior for Syracuse this fall, was reportedly charged with possession of marijuana. Read More »
Dick Vitale, ESPN college basketball analyst, discusses Jim Boeheim's role in NCAA violations, head coach's planned retirement
ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale admitted that Jim Boeheim was at fault for NCAA violations committed by Syracuse, but also voiced his strong support for the SU head coach. Read More »
ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale thinks Mike Hopkins should be next head coach of Syracuse
ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale spoke about who he thinks should be the next head coach of Syracuse after it was announced Wednesday that Jim Boeheim will retire in three years. Read More »
2016 verbal commit Matthew Moyer says Boeheim announcement does not affect status
Class of 2016 men’s basketball recruit Matthew Moyer will stay committed to Syracuse despite Jim Boeheim’s planned retirement, Moyer said in a text on Wednesday morning. Read More »
Syracuse University plans to appeal vacation of wins, reduction of scholarships for men's basketball program
Syracuse University will appeal the vacation of certain wins by the men's basketball program and the scholarship reductions for the team, per an email from Chancellor Kent Syverud. Read More »
Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer discusses head coaches' accountability, role in hearing with Committee on Infractions
SU head coach Scott Shafer discussed his opinion Tuesday evening, of how accountable head coaches should be held for those under them in a program. He also talked about his role, or lack thereof, in October's Committee on Infractions hearing. Read More »
Henry Schoonmaker emerges offensively to complement Nicky Galasso, Hakeem Lecky after slow start to season
After a slow offensive start to the season, Henry Schoonmaker has turned in two straight multi-point outings to complement Hakeem Lecky and Nicky Galasso on the first-line midfield. Read More »
Examining the appeal process as 15-day deadline approaches for Jim Boeheim, Syracuse
When the NCAA released its report on Syracuse University and handed down penalties to the school’s athletics’ teams March 6, the university was given 15 days to decide whether it would appeal the sanctions. Read More »
No. 1 Syracuse staves off No. 16 Johns Hopkins in 13-10 win in Carrier Dome
Syracuse fell behind early once again and after a back-and-forth game against No. 17 Johns Hopkins, the No. 1 Orange staved off the Blue Jays in a 13-10 win at the Carrier Dome. Read More »
Syracuse University Board of Trustees addresses NCAA report in statement
The Syracuse University Board of Trustees addressed the NCAA report on several fronts in a statement released Wednesday afternoon. Read More »
Rakeem Christmas receives 2nd-team All-American honors from USA Today
Syracuse forward Rakeem Christmas has been named a second-team All American by USA Today, the site announced Wednesday morning. Read More »
The members, time frame and format of the NCAA Infractions Appeals Committee broken down
Check out the breakdown of what Syracuse University or Jim Boeheim will have to face if Boeheim appeals his nine-game suspension, or if the university appeals part of the NCAA's ruling. Read More »
Former Syracuse quarterback Perry Patterson admits to being paid by Oneida YMCA: 'For me it was just a job'
Former Syracuse quarterback Perry Patterson admitted Monday that he was one of three former SU football players who were paid for their services at the Oneida YMCA. Read More »
Former guard Louie McCroskey discusses perception of Jim Boeheim, drug policy, 2 key figures in NCAA report
Former Syracuse guard Louie McCroskey discussed his and the public's perception of Jim Boeheim, the team's drug policy and his relationship with two key figures in the NCAA's report. Read More »
Former Syracuse players Ryan Blackwell, Nolan Hart weigh in on NCAA sanctions
Former Syracuse players Nolan Hart and Ryan Blackwell offered their thoughts on the NCAA's sanctions on SU. Read More »
Rakeem Christmas makes Wooden Award Final 15
Syracuse forward Rakeem Christmas has been named one of 15 finalists for the John R. Wooden Award given to college basketball's top player. Read More »
Jim Boeheim expresses relief, disappointment in statement regarding NCAA investigation and violations
After the NCAA announced the sanctions on Syracuse University Friday afternoon, men’s basketball head coach Jim Boeheim released a statement in response to the NCAA’s findings. Read More »
Breakdown of Syracuse's 'lack of institutional control' detailed by NCAA report
The involvement of a booster with the men's basketball and football programs was part of the lack of institutional control exhibited by Syracuse that led to the NCAA sanctions. Read More »
Chancellor Kent Syverud responds to NCAA sanctions imposed on Syracuse University in email
Shortly after the NCAA announced its sanctions on Syracuse University, Chancellor Kent Syverud issued his own response to the penalties in an email. Read More »
Derek DeJoe continues expansion of offensive game as man-up specialist
Derek DeJoe’s skill set allows him to fit the mold of a man-up specialist, but his newfound ability to penetrate a zone instead of standing outside of it has helped expand his game. The No. 1 Orange takes on St. John’s in the Cobb County Lacrosse Classic on Saturday at 1 p.m. DeJoe is looking to continue developing his offensive repertoire as SU tries to hold onto the nation’s top spot. Read More »
George Mason's Shevon Thompson ranks 4th nationally in rebounding, continues to evolve after coming to U.S. from Jamaica
Shevon Thompson pulls down 11.5 boards per game, good for fourth best in the country. The junior center possesses a tenacity and technique that has brought him a far way from the tar courts and a technical high school in Hayes, Jamaica, and one that allows him to continue to evolve from the raw teenager he once was. Read More »
Jim Boeheim: Syracuse probably has offensive statistics for 'a team that is 4-14 at the end of the year'
Jim Boeheim didn't shy away from criticizing his team's offensive output this season while speaking to reporters in the Carmelo K. Anthony Basketball Center on Wednesday. He harped on Syracuse's struggles from beyond the arc and at the foul line this season and said his team has the offensive statistics of a team that's 4-14. Read More »