SB : In place of sister, Daniels steps up to become threat in SU lineup
Lisaira Daniels was one of the Syracuse seniors honored last weekend, but her sister stole the show.Shirley Daniels, a sophomore outfielder, led the Orange to… Read more »
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TRACK : One-track mind: Lewis escapes tough upbringing, graduates from SU to achieve lifelong goal
The timetable attached to Shamel Lewis was five months - or less.People from his hometown of Riverhead, Long Island, questioned if he'd last even that… Read more »
SB : Thomas' grand slam provides bulk of offense as Orange defeats South Florida Sunday
Carey-Leigh Thomas was questioning herself at the plate. Anytime she missed a pitch, she kept wondering what she was doing wrong.The Syracuse freshman let go… Read more »
SB : Veteran Orange squad proves to be battle-tested in extra-inning games
Leigh Ross maintains a poker face even when her nerves are all over the place.And that's especially been the case this year with all the… Read more »
Year in Sports : Phasing out: SU sees decline in field team without facilities, specialized coach
Frank Taylor makes it a point to wear a certain shirt to many of his track and field meets. It's a white, cotton long-sleeve shirt… Read more »
SB : After switch to catcher, Kohl assumes commanding on-field role for Syracuse
Lacey Kohl was the calming presence Stacy Kuwik needed.Kuwik was beginning to unravel in the fifth inning of the second game of a Syracuse-Rutgers doubleheader… Read more »
SB : Caira's no-hitter, Saco's heroics earn victory for Syracuse
Jenna Caira threw a no-hitter, but Kelly Saco was the center of attention by the end of the game.In the bottom of the seventh of… Read more »
SB : Syracuse's stellar pitching sets tone in sweep of Pittsburgh
Jenna Caira finally felt comfortable in the circle. For the first time in a few weeks, the senior ace was loose.It showed with the brilliant… Read more »
SB : Freshmen Wambold, Thomas bring power to middle of Syracuse lineup
All season long, Syracuse has received some of its biggest hits from two of its most inexperienced players. Playing beyond their freshman standing, Julie Wambold… Read more »
SB : Kuwik finishes with career-high 17 strikeouts in win over Binghamton
Stacy Kuwik was in complete control. The Syracuse pitcher was mowing down the Binghamton batters at a torrid pace.But even Kuwik didn't realize how many… Read more »
SB : Syracuse sweeps doubleheader with superb pitching, potent offense
Syracuse applied relentless, constant pressure to Cornell. And it was more than enough to pull out two easy wins Wednesday against the Big Red.'Every inning… Read more »
SB : Nandin, Watts provide strong defensive duo for Syracuse
Stephanie Watts and Morgan Nandin grew up on opposite coasts of the country. But that may be one of the only contrasts between the two… Read more »
SB : Offensive outburst caps 3-game weekend sweep over Seton Hall
With all the potent bats throughout Syracuse's lineup, Leigh Ross knows the Orange has the ability to produce remarkable rallies. And she let her team… Read more »
Big ticket: Top prospect Harper brings hype, attention to Syracuse baseball
All eyes were on Bryce Harper on Wednesday as the Syracuse Chiefs introduced the baseball phenom to the media. While teammates stepped out of the… Read more »
Q&A with Syracuse Chiefs' Bryce Harper
On Wednesday, the Syracuse Chiefs held their annual media day in anticipation for their 2012 season, which starts Thursday at Alliance Bank Stadium at 2… Read more »
SB : Orange hitters provide extra pop with 11 home runs in weekend series
Looking at Syracuse's offensive statistics this season, it's hard to argue with the philosophy Wally King preaches at the plate.When SU hits a home run,… Read more »
SB : Orange refocuses heading into Big East play
Wally King warned his Syracuse players they would return to 'top-25 practices.'After narrowly escaping with a win over a lowly Canisius team, the SU associate… Read more »
SB : Diamond cuts: Carrier Dome transformed into softball field, hosts games for 1st time in history
One by one, every Syracuse softball player made it a point to go up to Pete Sala and thank him.With a hug and a thank… Read more »
SB : Syracuse sweeps 2 games inside Carrier Dome
Kelly Saco didn't want to go into extra innings. No one on Syracuse did. And with one swing of the bat, she prevented that from… Read more »
SB : Loaded Orange pitching staff dominating after rough start
When judging a pitching staff, catcher Lacey Kohl has the best view of any player on the diamond. And from what the backstop has seen… Read more »
MBB : Kansas State forward Samuels matures into team leader in his senior season
PITTSBURGH - No one knew Jamar Samuels was hurting inside.Before Kansas State tipped off against Alabama on Dec. 17, Samuels received news his grandmother had… Read more »
SB : Daniels sisters share strong bond on diamond, serve as catalysts at top of Syracuse lineup
When Shirley Daniels steps to the plate, she's already at ease. Leading off, Shirley knows her big sister, Lisaira, has her back no matter what.… Read more »
NCAA drug policy explained by officials
From what Donte Davis remembers about being drug tested by Syracuse University's athletic department, there was little wiggle room to get around the rules. 'It'd… Read more »
IHOC : Syracuse struggles through losing season, but players remain hopeful for program's future
On a two-on-one advantage with three minutes left, Syracuse had a chance to tie the game against Mercyhurst on Friday. But the shot by Margot… Read more »
