The Daily Orange

Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our sports newsletter here. On Oct. 27, Syracuse trailed then-No. 8 UConn 1-0 with 13:28 to play. Willemijn Boogert controlled the ball in the middle of the field while the Huskies’ defenders swarmed her. Boogert calmly slotted a pass past defender Juana Garcia’s stick as Lieke Leeggangers dashed out wide … [Read more...] about Lieke Leeggangers shows off high field-hockey IQ with Syracuse

Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our sports newsletter here. Athletes are inherently superstitious. Whether it’s a quirky routine, pregame meal or lucky pair of socks, it’s up to them whether they want to publicize it. For Jeff Woodward, his superstition is easily noticeable to those around him — a caveman-like beard. The tradition … [Read more...] about Jeff Woodward grew his game in PA before starring at Colgate

Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our sports newsletter here. Charlie Prior’s junior season at Cazenovia High School had many challenges. With an inexperienced squad, the Lakers won four games, their lowest total since 2019. Despite the struggles, Prior found a silver lining heading into her senior year — as she committed to Army’s women’s … [Read more...] about Charlie Prior’s draw-control prowess led to West Point commitment

Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our sports newsletter here. Syracuse began its season in unconvincing fashion Tuesday, defeating Le Moyne 86-82. The Orange trailed by five at halftime and needed to score 50 points across the final 20 minutes to avoid a shocking defeat. Jyare Davis’ double-double (22 points 12 rebounds) paced SU, while … [Read more...] about Opponent Preview: Everything to know about Colgate