Syracuse men’s lacrosse drops to No. 6 in IL Top 20 Poll
Syracuse men’s lacrosse dropped to No. 6 in this week’s Inside Lacrosse Top-20 Poll following its 11-7 loss to Maryland Saturday. Read more »
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Maryland dissects the nation’s best offenses. SU is its latest victim.
In its 11-7 loss to No. 6 Maryland Saturday, No. 2 Syracuse was the latest victim of the Terrapins’ standout defensive unit. Read more »
'We just have to learn how to win': No. 2 SU fades late in loss to No. 6 Maryland
No. 2 Syracuse fell to No. 6 Maryland 11-7 on the road Saturday, marking the program’s seventh straight loss to the Terrapins. Read more »
Looking back at Syracuse's last 3 matchups against Maryland
Since becoming Syracuse’s head coach before the 2022 season, Gary Gait is 0-3 against Maryland head coach John Tillman. Read more »
After 2 years as an understudy, it’s now Jimmy McCool’s show
Jimmy McCool spent the last two years behind Will Mark. With Mark’s guidance, McCool is showing he’s ready to take over as the starter. Read more »
Previewing Syracuse’s top-10 showdown against Maryland
In its fourth game of the year, undefeated No. 2 Syracuse faces a daunting task on the road against No. 6 Maryland Read more »
Joey Spallina nabs ACC Offensive Player of the Week honor
Joey Spallina was named the latest ACC Offensive Player of the Week following his five-goal, five-assist performance against Vermont. Read more »
Strong man-down unit helps Orange clamp Catamounts in 2nd straight win
No. 2 Syracuse’s man-down unit killed five of Vermont’s six extra-man opportunities, helping it secure a 13-5 win, its second straight to open the 2025 season. Read more »
Observations from SU’s victory over Vermont: Bag of tricks, penalties galore
No. 2 Syracuse flashed its highlight-reel prowess against Vermont, including a between the legs goal from Finn Thomson in the first quarter. Here are more observations on SU’s 13-5 win over the Catamounts. Read more »
Jeff Nixon receives multi-year extension as Syracuse's OC
Syracuse offensive coordinator Jeff Nixon has signed a new multi-year extension with the program, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported Thursday. Nixon previously received interest for the Houston Texans’ OC job. Read more »
‘OUR GAME’: Haudenosaunee push for IOC special approval to compete in lacrosse at 2028 Olympics
With lacrosse featured in the 2028 LA Olympics, the sport’s creators — the Haudenosaunee Confederacy — are still fighting to participate. Read more »
Syracuse remains at No. 2 in Inside Lacrosse Top 20 Poll
Syracuse men's lacrosse remained at No. 2 in the Inside Lacrosse Top 20 Poll Monday. The ranking comes after SU's drubbing of Jacksonville in its season-opener. Read more »
Michael Leo shines with team-high 4 goals in SU’s season-opening win
Midfielder Michael Leo dominated with four goals to lead Syracuse’s commanding season-opening win over Jacksonville. Read more »
Observations from SU’s win over Jacksonville: Elite ball movement, long-pole lockdown
SU's defense, led by long poles Riley Figueiras and Billy Dwan, suffocated JU's attackmen, paving the way for an offensive explosion. Read more »
AUTHENTICALLY SAM: As a 5th-year, Sam English’s youthfulness has won over SU’s locker room
Syracuse’s midfield captain, Sam English, still plays with Legos and obsesses over Star Wars. His authentic, juvenile self is the perfect archetype to calmly lead Syracuse in its 2025 campaign. Read more »
4 key questions for No. 2 Syracuse entering its 2025 campaign
In its fourth season under head coach Gary Gait, Syracuse looks to rewrite recent postseason struggles and bring home its first championship since 2009. Read more »
SU’s 2025 ACC schedule released, conference opener on Sept. 20 at Clemson
Syracuse football’s eight-game 2025 ACC schedule was released Monday night. The Orange open conference play at Clemson on Sept. 20 and face Notre Dame on the road on Nov. 22. Read more »
Syracuse’s Jeff Nixon interviews for Houston Texans OC job
Syracuse offensive coordinator Jeff Nixon interviewed for the Houston Texans’ offensive coordinator job, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Read more »
SU lands IMG offensive lineman Steven Pickard in 2026 class
Syracuse has earned a commitment from 2026 offensive lineman Steven Pickard, who attends IMG Academy in Florida. Read more »
Syracuse reportedly to hire Ricky Brumfield as special teams coordinator
Syracuse football is hiring Ricky Brumfield as its new special teams coordinator, ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg reported Thursday. Read more »
Syracuse finishes 2024 season at No. 20 in AP Poll
Syracuse slots in at No. 20 in the final AP Top-25 Poll of the 2024 season, its highest national ranking to end a campaign since 2018. Read more »
U.S., Canada call on IOC to allow Haudenosaunee lacrosse team in 2028 Olympics
The U.S. and Canada released a statement calling on the IOC to add the Haudenosaunee Confederacy to compete in lacrosse at the 2028 Olympics. Read more »
Former Syracuse player Larry Loudis dies at 88
Former Syracuse men’s basketball player Larry Loudis died Wednesday at 88 years old, syracuse.com reported. Read more »
Fran Brown wins Bear Bryant Award for Newcomer Coach of the Year
Fran Brown has been named the Bear Bryant Award recipient for Newcomer Coach of the Year after leading Syracuse to a 10-win season in 2024. Read more »
