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In a recent statement, Carmelo Anthony reflected on the fading community spirit of Syracuse basketball and praised Gerry McNamara's appointment as head coach for rekindling camaraderie among fans, players and alumni.
Syracuse will host Lafayette on November 16 in a milestone matchup, extending its unbeaten streak against the Leopards while finalizing a demanding non‑conference slate and engaging fans through the Summer Slam and a deep run by Boeheim's Army in the TBT tournament.
Syracuse's 2027 and 2028 basketball recruits impressed at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam in North Augusta, with head coach Gerry McNamara on hand to evaluate key targets. Several players posted double‑digit scoring outputs and attracted early offers.
Carmelo Anthony argues that Syracuse’s program is not broken but idle, and that a fresh start under new leadership could unlock immediate competitiveness.
Syracuse head coach Fran Brown confirmed that freshman wide receiver Calvin Russell III, sidelined by a March Achilles rupture, will be eligible for the 2026 campaign. Brown emphasized the player's dual‑sport potential and the importance of his continued involvement with the team.
Syracuse will open its non‑conference slate with games against Colgate and Canisius, while a host of other opponents and exhibition contests promise early tests for the Orange.
Syracuse will host Colgate on Dec. 8 and Canisius on Dec. 16, reviving long‑standing rivalries and highlighting coaching connections that add intrigue to the early season.
Syracuse University’s men’s basketball program has announced its upcoming season, featuring a new head coach, significant player turnover and a series of high‑profile matchups, including a historic rivalry game against Colgate on Dec. 8.
The upcoming best‑of‑three series against Hall In will open in New Jersey before returning to Syracuse, showcasing a staff rich in professional and collegiate basketball backgrounds.
Syracuse University is deepening its pursuit of 2027 four-star wing Markus Kerr, a Charlotte native whose recent performances have placed him among the nation’s most coveted prospects. With multiple official visits scheduled and a staff eager to expand its 2027 class, the Orange are positioning themselves at the forefront of a competitive recruiting landscape.
Syracuse University has awarded a full scholarship to four‑star combo guard Rowan Phillips, a standout from Archbishop Wood High School who is preparing for his junior season.
The Nike EYBL circuit will conclude its season with the Peach Jam 16U championship on Sunday, featuring Team Final against Team CP3. Syracuse coaching staff may be in attendance as Mason Collins, a recent gold‑medalist with the U.S. U17 and U16 national teams, leads a talented lineup that includes Rowan Phillips, Logan Chwastyk and Carter Smith.
Team Final’s victory over Team CP3 highlighted the emergence of top recruits, including Syracuse commits Rowan Phillips, Logan Chwastyk and Carter Smith.
At the Peach Jam tournament in South Carolina, Carson Crawford delivered strong stats and attracted college offers, highlighting his rising profile.
Syracuse's staff has been actively evaluating elite prospects in the 2027 and 2028 classes, attending major AAU events and planning official visits for key targets.
The Orange will open the 2026‑27 campaign against the Golden Griffins on Dec. 16 at the JMA Wireless Dome, a venue where Syracuse has enjoyed a 22‑game winning streak. With a revamped roster and a fresh coaching direction, the matchup promises to extend a series that dates back to 1944.
A hometown crowd cheered as former Syracuse stars powered 'Boeheim's Army' to an 81-76 victory over Hall in the TBT, a triumph that resonates amid a turbulent era for Orange basketball.
Syracuse adds Canisius to its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, reviving a historic rivalry at the JMA Wireless Dome on Dec. 16.
The 2026‑27 men’s college basketball season promises dramatic changes, from high‑profile coaching moves to marquee player returns and a transfer portal that has reshaped rosters nationwide.
Syracuse’s newest men’s basketball coach has moved into the former home of outgoing athletic director John Wildhack, sparking speculation about contract negotiations and the pressures of a tight housing market
The 2026‑27 college basketball season opens with a historic game in Rome, featuring a 76‑team NCAA Tournament field. As programs navigate coaching changes, roster overhauls and health concerns, fans brace for fresh narratives and unexpected outcomes.
Syracuse’s new coaching regime is leveraging official visits and scholarship offers to woo a diverse set of five‑star and four‑star prospects across the country.
Syracuse scouts attended the Peach Jam tournament, where standout performances by Moussa Kamissoko, Lewis Uvwo and others highlighted a promising 2027 recruiting class.
Syracuse basketball icons, current players and devoted fans gathered at Vinney Lobdell’s Skaneateles estate for a night of celebration, nostalgia and future promise.