Writer archives: Zak Wolf
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Joey Spallina searching to lead USA Box Lacrosse to 1st-ever gold medal
Joey Spallina is the youngest player on Team USA’s roster for the World Lacrosse Box Championships in Utica. He looks to lead the U.S. to its first-ever gold medal in the tournament. Read More »
5-star recruit Jayden James commits to Syracuse
Five-star Jayden James is the second five-star to commit to Syracuse this week and the fourth player to join its 2026 recruiting class. Read More »
Sam English, Saam Olexo, Michael Grace selected in NLL Draft
Syracuse men’s lacrosse players Sam English, Saam Olexo, Michael Grace were all selected in the 2024 National Lacrosse League Draft. English and Grace were the second and third overall picks while Olexo was taken in the fourth round. Read More »
Syracuse blanked by No. 17 Virginia Tech 2-0
Syracuse remained winless for the fourth straight game, falling 2-0 to No. 17 Virginia Tech. Read More »
Growing up in Ghana, Ernest Bawa never stopped chasing his dreams
Ernest Bawa's journey began growing up in poverty in Ghana. Now, he's realized his dream of playing college soccer in the United States. Read More »
Syracuse drops out of United Soccer Coaches Poll
Following a 1-1 draw with Boston College, Syracuse men’s soccer dropped out of the United Soccer Coaches Poll, which was released Tuesday. It’s the first time SU is unranked since 2022. Read More »
2025 forward Justus Fitzgerald commits to Syracuse
Class of 2025 forward Justus Fitzgerald announced her commitment to Syracuse via social media Tuesday. Fitzgerald is the second commit in SU’s 2025 class, alongside Jasmyn Cooper. Read More »
Syracuse drops to No. 20 in latest United Soccer Coaches Poll
Syracuse men’s soccer has dropped to No. 20 in the latest United Soccer Coaches Poll. The Orange fell 13 spots following a 2-2 tie against Charlotte last Thursday and a 1-0 loss to Le Moyne Monday. Read More »
No. 7 Syracuse stays undefeated with 2-2 tie against Charlotte
Kristjan Fortier’s goal in the 70th minute helped No. 7 Syracuse came from behind to tie Charlotte 2-2 and remain undefeated. Read More »
Elton Chifamba brings championship pedigree from Clemson to Syracuse
Following 56 appearances across three seasons with Clemson, Elton Chifamba transferred to SU, bringing a championship pedigree to a young squad. Read More »
Group of 6 former, current SU players selected to Haudenosaunee Box Lacrosse National Team
Six former and current Syracuse men's lacrosse players were selected to the Haudenosaunee’s World Lacrosse Box Championship roster. The tournament will be held from Sept. 20-29 in Utica, New York. Read More »
SU men’s soccer rises 18 spots to No. 7 in United Soccer Coaches Poll
Following wins over Colgate and Niagara, Syracuse men’s soccer was ranked No. 7 in the United Soccer Coaches Poll. The Orange rose 18 spots after starting the season at No. 25. Read More »
Tomas Hut’s shutout in 1st SU start anchors 1-0 win over Colgate
Tomas Hut (No. 25) recorded four saves as Syracuse defeated Colgate 1-0 in its season opener. Read More »
Nicholas Kaloukian named to Preseason All-ACC Team
Syracuse forward Nicholas Kaloukian was named to the Preseason All-ACC Team Wednesday. Kaloukian led the Orange with six goals last season. Read More »
Joey Spallina named to team USA roster for World Lacrosse Box Championship
Syracuse attack Joey Spallina has been named to Team USA’s roster for the 2024 World Lacrosse Box Championship. The tournament will be held from Sept. 20-29 in Utica. Read More »
Dyaisha Fair to play overseas with Maccabi Haifa in Israel
Former Syracuse women’s basketball point guard Dyaisha Fair will play overseas with Maccabi Haifa in Israel. Fair was previously drafted by the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces but was released in late May. Read More »
Syracuse men’s soccer announces schedule for 2024 season
Syracuse men’s soccer has announced its 2024 schedule. The Orange open the season on the road versus Colgate on Aug. 22 and will play 10 games at SU Soccer Stadium. Read More »
Sue Ludwig retires from SU women’s basketball coaching staff
Syracuse women's basketball assistant coach Sue Ludwig has retired following two years on Felisha Legette-Jack’s staff. Read More »
5-star forward Sadiq White commits to Syracuse
Five-star forward Sadiq White announced that he is committing to Syracuse, becoming SU’s first class of 2025 recruit. White chose the Orange over Texas, Tennessee, USC and Alabama, among others. Read More »
Syracuse falls short of Final 4 in 10-8 loss to Denver
In its first NCAA Tournament quarterfinals appearance since 2017, No. 4 seed Syracuse nearly fought back from a five-goal deficit yet fell short in a 10-8 loss to No. 5 seed Denver. Read More »
Opponent Preview: What to know before SU’s NCAA quarterfinals matchup vs. Denver
In its first NCAA Tournament quarterfinals appearance since 2017, No. 4 seed Syracuse takes on No. 5 seed Denver in Towson, Maryland. More on SU’s next matchup with a Final Four berth on the line. Read More »
Syracuse hires goalkeeping coach Santiago Restrepo
Syracuse men’s soccer has hired goalkeeping coach Santiago Restrepo, the program announced Friday. Restrepo was the goalkeeping coach for Greenville Triumph SC of the United Soccer League One this past season. Read More »
John Mullen’s career night boosts SU to NCAA Tournament win over Towson
Freshman John Mullen won a career-high 18 faceoffs on 23 attempts, helping Syracuse advance to the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals. Read More »
Observations from SU’s win over Towson: 3rd-quarter run, faceoff dominance
John Mullen and Mason Kohn combined to win 23-of-38 faceoffs against Towson to help spearhead a 20-goal effort as Syracuse defeated the Tigers 20-15. More observations on SU’s NCAA Tournament victory. Read More »