Writer archives: Toph McWilliams
Contact Toph: cemcwill@syr.edu | @TophMcW
J.S. Coyne’s blue turf finished, will serve as prototype for 2028 Olympics
Syracuse’s home surface is finally complete, meaning the team won’t have to travel to Cornell anymore for practice. The blue field serves as a prototype for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Read More »
No. 12 Syracuse field hockey defeats Ohio State 3-2 in ACC/Big Ten Challenge
Despite falling behind early, No. 12 Syracuse defeated Ohio State 3-2 Friday evening in the Big Ten Challenge. Read More »
SU field hockey’s Jovie Weaver named ACC Co-Offensive Player of the Week
Syracuse field hockey forward Jovie Weaver has been named Atlantic Coast Conference Co-Offensive Player of the Week, the conference announced Tuesday. The freshman posted a team-high two goals, both of which were game-winners, in two games. Read More »
No. 9 Syracuse field hockey bests Fairfield 2-1 in season opener
No. 9 Syracuse field hockey dispatched Fairfield 2-1 to open its season. The Orange were guided by underclassmen, as sophomore Aubrey Turner and freshman Jovie Weaver netted goals, while freshman Jess Liddell dished an assist. Read More »
Syracuse field hockey's Aubrey Turner named to Preseason All-ACC Team
Syracuse forward Aubrey Turner was named to the Preseason All-Atlantic Coast Conference Team, the conference announced Friday morning. Turner is one of two sophomores on the list of the league’s 13 best players. Read More »
Syracuse exits ACC Tournament in 4-1 loss to Wake Forest
Despite beating Wake Forest 4-3 earlier this season, No. 13 seed Syracuse could not do it again in the ACC Tournament Wednesday. Read More »
No. 13 seed Syracuse tennis’ path to 1st-ever ACC Championship
After finishing its regular season 7-12, No. 13 seed Syracuse faces off with No. 12 seed Wake Forest Wednesday in the second round of the ACC Tournament. Our beat writer details how SU can capture its first-ever conference championship. Read More »
SU beats Georgia Tech 4-1 for 1st win over Yellow Jackets in 5 years
Syracuse tennis defeated Georgia Tech for the first time in five years with a 4-1 home victory Friday. Read More »
Outdoor frailties limit Syracuse tennis ahead of ACC Tournament
Syracuse tennis has recorded a measly 1-7 record during outdoor matches in 2026. With the ACC Tournament set to begin in the middle of April, the Orange must halt the trend if they hope to embark on a run. Read More »
Syracuse tennis secures 4-3 road win over Wake Forest, earns 2nd ACC victory
Syracuse tennis defeated Wake Forest 4-3 on the road Friday, earning its second ACC win. With Nelly Knezkova back in the lineup, the Orange were at full strength and outlasted the Demon Deacons in a match that lasted nearly four hours. Read More »
Syracuse loses to Cal for 2nd defeat of weekend, falls to 1-5 in ACC play
Syracuse tennis came up short once again in a 4-1 loss against California Sunday despite a strong showing from Emma Scaldalai. Read More »
Syracuse’s season-long close match struggles continue in Stanford defeat
Syracuse tennis has failed to win a match within three points this season. That trend continued in the Orange’s home loss to Stanford Friday. Read More »
Syracuse tennis struggles in 1st ACC match, swept by No. 3 North Carolina 4-0
Syracuse tennis struggled in its first Atlantic Coast Conference matchup of the season. The Orange were swept by No. 3 North Carolina 4-0. Read More »
Syracuse tennis tops Buffalo 6-1 in final nonconference matchup
“I love the fact that we’ve been tested.” Syracuse topped Buffalo 6-1 in its final nonconference game Thursday. The Orange begin conference play on Feb. 20, with a 4-3 record. Read More »
Anastasia Sysoeva's perfect match helps Syracuse tennis slay BU
Despite missing SU’s previous match, Anastasia Sysoeva played a perfect match against Boston University Sunday. Read More »
Syracuse tennis swept by Florida International for 2nd straight road loss
FIU swept Syracuse tennis 7-0 on the road Sunday. The loss is SU’s second straight after dropping its match to Florida Atlantic 6-1 Friday. Read More »
Serafima Shastova shines against Fordham in singles win over Nevena Kolarevic
Syracuse tennis’ Serafima Shastova defeated Fordham’s Nevena Kolarevic in the Orange’s 6-1 win over the Rams Sunday. Read More »
Alejandro Rivera’s off-field faith, dedication fuels Liverpool HS breakout
Alejandro Rivera has accrued over 1,000 yards and 13 touchdowns for the 9-1 Liverpool Legends. Off the field, Rivera’s faith and dedication fuel the running back’s breakout as he aims the Legends toward a playoff run. Read More »