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Syracuse University's women's soccer team will host Niagara University on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. in a special Orange Out event at the SU Soccer Stadium, offering fans a chance to wear orange and win rewards while the Orange look to keep their four‑game unbeaten run alive.
The Atlantic Coast Conference’s 2026 women’s soccer campaign began with a marquee matchup between Stanford and UCLA, while a host of players earned weekly honors and historic statistics underscore the league’s dominance.
In the early 1990s a high‑school star and his daughter amazed fairgoers with impossible basketball shots, winning stuffed animals that later traveled through a family’s history.
Syracuse University’s athletics department is rolling out a suite of upgrades to the pre-game atmosphere at football Saturdays, featuring a massive videoboard, local music acts, expanded seating and a revamped Toyota Fun Zone, all designed to foster a stronger sense of community among fans.
The Syracuse Crunch finished second in the North Division with a 41‑24‑4 record before a playoff exit. A roster overhaul, new goaltending tandem, and Joel Bouchard's evolving strategy set the stage for a competitive 2025‑26 season.
Five‑star recruit Kaleena Smith, a standout from Ontario Christian School, has drawn intense interest from Syracuse and other powerhouse programs, cementing her status as the premier talent of the 2027 class.
The Bearcats are poised to extend their 15‑game unbeaten streak against Le Moyne, a team they have never allowed a goal to in any meeting.
ESPN’s latest forecasts outline Clemson’s 2026 bowl prospects, highlighting a potential clash with Florida in the Gator Bowl and the impact of early upsets against LSU and Miami.
Progressive Insurance has partnered with Syracuse Athletics to showcase its brand at the JMA Wireless Dome, adding in‑game and digital elements that support the university’s rising profile in college football.
Syracuse will host New Hampshire on August 23 at 5 p.m. ET, live on ACCN+, after a 2-1 win over UConn, while New Hampshire brings a revamped roster and a strong preseason pedigree.
Moussa Kamissoko, a top‑20 2027 recruit, will visit Syracuse on September 3‑4 as part of a nine‑visit tour that also includes Florida State, Virginia and Oklahoma State. The Orange have pursued him since December 2024, and his statistical profile and high‑profile rating make him a centerpiece of a broader recruiting surge that also targets Nasir Anderson, Ian Condon, Ahmed Nur, J’Lon Lyons, Devin Cleveland and committed wing Jack Donohue.
A federal appeals court has upheld the NCAA’s appeal, stripping a fifth year of eligibility from Syracuse’s 2022‑23 athletes, including receiver Justus Ross‑Simmons and forward Amarri Monroe, and prompting coaches to rethink roster plans amid injuries and exhibition games.
On Oct. 18, 2026, the Siena Saints and Syracuse Orange will clash at Albany’s MVP Arena in a first‑ever Division I exhibition, marking the debut of new Siena head coach Nevada Smith and the raising of a championship banner.
Syracuse University's women's basketball team will face Cornell on November 8, 2026, at the JMA Wireless Dome, looking to build on a historic series advantage and a strong recent season.
Syracuse basketball player Gavin Doty hosted a week‑long camp in Fulton, New York, drawing about 150 children to the very court where he first honed his skills. The event, organized with his mother Nicole Doty and coached by former mentor Sean Broderick, highlights Doty’s commitment to giving back to his hometown.
The end of the recruiting dead period unlocks campus visits and in‑person contact, prompting Syracuse to target key 2027 talents and expand its 2028 board.
Caitlyn Gratton's two goals lead Niagara University to a 2-0 victory over Le Moyne College, highlighting the team's early-season form.
Syracuse Orange will open its 2026 campaign on September 5 against New Hampshire, featuring a strong defensive line anchored by UNLV transfer Tunmise Adeleye and a wide receiver group navigating the loss of sophomore Terrell Wilfong while veteran Justus Ross‑Simmons returns to practice.
Clemson’s 2026 campaign hinges on a revamped offense, a young quarterback cadre and a schedule that could define its playoff prospects.
Harvard announces a 29‑game campaign that blends challenging out‑of‑conference matchups with a full Ivy League slate, aiming to return to the NCAA Tournament while blending returning veterans with new talent.
Rutgers Athletics announced the complete non‑conference slate for both the men’s and women’s basketball programs, highlighting key home openers, tournament games and the debut of new head coaches.
Rutgers University’s men’s basketball team has locked in a 32‑game slate that blends 12 out‑of‑conference battles with a full Big Ten slate, setting the stage for a pivotal campaign under head coach Steve Pikiell.
With the season opener looming, Syracuse’s coaching staff is focusing on building cohesion and trust among players, drawing on past experiences and the potential of emerging talents like Demetres Samuel Jr.
After a disappointing 2026 campaign, Syracuse University appointed Brian Idalski, a coach with a track record of turning around programs at North Dakota and St. Cloud State, to restore competitiveness and develop talent on the ice.