By PAUL CIFONELLI Rutgers went on a 17-4 run over the final five and a half minutes to take down Syracuse, 79-69. It was Rutgers' first win over the Orange since 2003. The Scarlet Knights' run was led by Jacob Young and Myles Johnson, who finished with a double-double. Rutgers' defense forced the Orange into some bad shots late in the game, but Syracuse also forced up some … [Read more...] about No. 21 Rutgers turns up defense late for first win over SU in 17 years
Syracuse ties program record for made threes, tops Rider
By PAUL CIFONELLI Syracuse made 12 of its 18 three point attempts in the first half and made 15 in the game to tie its program record in an 87-52 win over Rider. The win gave Syracuse its first 3-0 start since the 2017-18 season, when the Orange won their first six games and made it to the Sweet 16. Joe Girard III, Alan Griffin and Woody Newton led the way from behind the … [Read more...] about Syracuse ties program record for made threes, tops Rider
Shorthanded Syracuse breezes past Niagara, 75-45
By PAUL CIFONELLI Alan Griffin and Kadary Richmond were both forced into the starting lineup due to injury and COVID-19-related issues, but the two combined for 26 points in Syracuse's 75-45 victory over Niagara. Quincy Guerrier led the way for the Orange with 23 points and 13 rebounds on 9-of-10 shooting. Griffin was expected to crack the starting lineup after it was … [Read more...] about Shorthanded Syracuse breezes past Niagara, 75-45
Stevely named top player in Private-Parochial League
By PAUL CIFONELLI Evan Stevely was named the Private-Parochial League Player of the Year in his senior season, the second time in a row he garnered the award. The senior attack paced the league netting 28 goals and led Bishop Kearney to the Class B2 finals for the second consecutive year. Stevely had six assists to go with his 28 tallies, giving him a league-leading 62 points … [Read more...] about Stevely named top player in Private-Parochial League
Sidibe to undergo knee surgery, out around four weeks
By PAUL CIFONELLI Syracuse center Bourama Sidibe has a knee surgery scheduled for tomorrow to repair a torn meniscus, the SU athletic communications office stated today. Sidibe injured his knee early in the first half in the Orange's season opener against Bryant. According to Mike Waters of Syracuse.com, SU trainer Brian Pike expects Sidibe to miss about four weeks. Over … [Read more...] about Sidibe to undergo knee surgery, out around four weeks