Syracuse University News
Orange football takes on streaking #25 Rutgers
Yesterday at 12:21 a.m.
Doug Marrone wants Syracuse to focus on one thing for its final home game of the season, No. 25 Rutgers.
Michael leads Orange women over Alabama State
Yesterday at 12:13 a.m.
Senior guard Nicole Michael recorded her 23rd career double-double in Syracuse's 74-66 win against Alabama State on Thursday at Manley Field House.
Harris spurns Orange to sign with Vols
Yesterday at 10:01 p.m.
Tobias Harris says he has signed a national letter of intent to play for the University of Tennessee Volunteers.
Orange race past Bears at MSG
Yesterday at 9:48 p.m.
Scoop Jardine scored a career-high 22 points, Wes Johnson had 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Syracuse raced past No. 13 California 95-73.
SU loses linebacker Doug Smith for final two games
Yesterday at 2:53 p.m.
Syracuse University head coach Doug Marrone announced Thursday that senior linebacker Derrell Smith will miss the final two games of the 2009 season due to injury.
SU vs. Rutgers: The Matchup
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Syracuse is 0-5 and in the Big East cellar after its 10-9 loss at Louisville, and Orange coach Doug Marrone dearly wants the seniors on the team to go out with a win in their final home game.
SU announces top ten women's hoops recruit class
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Syracuse University head women’s basketball coach Quentin Hillsman has collected one of the top ranked recruiting classes in the nation for the 2010-11 season.
California gears up to face Orange at MSG
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Many of Mike Montgomery's players have never been to New York City, let alone played in Madison Square Garden.
Orange lose two more players to injury
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
The Orange will be without two more players for Saturday's home finale against Rutgers.
Hillsman wins 50th as Orange women beat Presbyterian
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Syracuse head coach Quentin Hillsman won his 50th career game as the Orange defeated Presbyterian College, 97-56, on Monday, November 16.
Orange ranked #24 in coaches poll
Monday, November 16, 2009
The Syracuse University Orange are ranked #24 in this week's USA Today/ESPN college basketball coaches poll, released Monday afternoon.
Orange find another way to lose a close one
Monday, November 16, 2009
Syracuse appeared to be in control after Delone Carter's 3-yard touchdown run put the Orange up 9-3 with 12:58 remaining.
Orange drop 10-9 heartbreaker to Louisville
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Adam Froman hit Josh Chichester for a touchdown pass with 1:24 remaining to lift Louisville to a 10-9 win over Syracuse on Saturday.
Orange women start season with win
Friday, November 13, 2009
The Syracuse women’s basketball team held Fairleigh Dickinson to 13 second-half points in its 65-45 victory in its season opener on Friday,
SU's Long named as semifinalist for Ray Guy Award
Friday, November 13, 2009
Syracuse University punter Rob Long is a 2009 Ray Guy Award semifinalist, as announced Friday by The Augusta Sports Council.
Orange standout Arthur Jones thinking NFL
Friday, November 13, 2009
Jones, an All-Big East performer, was a force again this year after recovering from a torn pectoral muscle during the offseason.
Louisville hoping to end hex against Orange
Friday, November 13, 2009
The Orange have lost 17 of their last 19 conference games, with both of the wins coming against the Cardinals.
This week's Big East football matchups
Friday, November 13, 2009
This week's matchups in the Big East football conference.
Turnovers killing SU's offensive rhythm
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Syracuse upped its turnover count by three in Saturday's loss at Pittsburgh. That gives the Orange 23 for the season - already is six more than all of last year.
Devendorf to play pro ball in Israel
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Former Syracuse shooting guard Eric Devendorf is returning to the basketball court, but it won't be in the United States.
Professional News
Knicks say no to signing Iverson
Today at 4:43 p.m.
The New York Knicks won't sign Allen Iverson, believing any short-term gain would hinder their plans to build for the future.
Jets' Leonhard questionable vs. Patriots
Today at 4:38 p.m.
New York Jets safety Jim Leonhard is questionable for the team's game at New England after being limited in practice Friday with a broken right thumb.
Crunch sign left wing Brett Gallant
Today at 4:33 p.m.
The Syracuse Crunch announced Friday that they have signed left wing Brett Gallant to a professional tryout contract.
Ross ready to return to Giants
Yesterday at 5:34 p.m.
After missing the first nine games of the season with a severe hamstring strain, New York Giants cornerback Aaron Ross is poised to make his 2009 debut Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.
Jets' Washington expects full recovery from injury
Yesterday at 5:31 p.m.
New York Jets running back-kick returner Leon Washington expects to fully recover from his broken right leg, and is "very optimistic" about working out with the team when it begins offseason programs in March.
Groups sue to block deal for new Brooklyn arena
Yesterday at 4:32 p.m.
Opponents of the Brooklyn arena planned for the New Jersey Nets have filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn a state agency's approval of a modified plan for the project.
Bills sign QB Brohm from Packers' practice squad
Yesterday at 2:51 p.m.
The Buffalo Bills have signed quarterback Brian Brohm off the Green Bay Packers' practice squad.
Jets' Ryan on crying: 'I'm man enough to be me'
Yesterday at 2:49 p.m.
Never afraid to show his emotions, Rex Ryan cried in front of his players during a team meeting Monday morning following New York's 24-22 loss to Jacksonville on Sunday.
Bills owner tells AP big changes could be coming
Yesterday at 6:35 p.m.
Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson is prepared to revamp his entire football operation after the season and warned that no position is safe.
Giants' Boley faces former team Sunday
Yesterday at 11:00 a.m.
As the New York Giants prepare to face Michael Boley's old team Sunday at Giants Stadium, the linebacker doesn't want to get too excited about getting revenge.
Fewell makes impression on first day as Bills coach
Yesterday at 10:54 a.m.
However interim his title might be, Perry Fewell made some lasting impressions on his first full day as Bills head coach after Buffalo abruptly fired Dick Jauron on Tuesday.
Jets' Sanchez says he goofed by reading statement
Yesterday at 10:51 a.m.
The New York Jets rookie quarterback was criticized by some members of the media after opening his postgame news conference Sunday by reading from a statement he prepared after losing to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Panthers cruise to 6-2 win over Sabres
Yesterday at 10:46 a.m.
Michael Frolik scored twice, Dominic Moore and Rostislav Olesz had a goal and an assist each, and Tomas Vokoun made 26 saves in the Panthers 6-2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday night.
Crunch go down in the capital city
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
A three-goal second period with two coming from rookie Drayson Bowman proved to be enough for Albany, as they defeated the Crunch Wednesday night by a 5-2 score in front of 2,101 fans at the Times Union Center.
Leonhard's status uncertain for Jets vs. New England
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
New York Jets safety Jim Leonhard had three pins inserted into his broken right thumb and his arm is in a sling, leaving his status for the team's game against New England uncertain.
New Bills coach goes with Fitzpatrick over Edwards
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Perry Fewell wasted no time making changes on his first full day as the Bills interim coach, picking Ryan Fitzpatrick to be the starting QB.
Upstate NY's Locust Hill to host LPGA Championship
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The Locust Hill golf course in suburban Rochester will host the LPGA Championship next June, with supermarket chain Wegmans replacing McDonald's as sponsor of the season's second major.
Bills replace fired Jauron with Fewell
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Perry Fewell was pegged by Ralph Wilson to take over as interim coach because of the job he did in holding together the team's ragtag, injury-depleted defense.
Backman returns to Mets as minor league manager
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Wally Backman wants another chance to manage in the majors.
Knicks have to decide if Iverson is their Answer
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The New York Knicks passed on a chance to sign Allen Iverson last summer. A few months and only one victory later, they have to decide if he's worth reconsidering.
College News
UNC beats Ohio State, will face SU Friday
Yesterday at 12:16 a.m.
Deon Thompson had 15 points and 12 rebounds and No. 6 North Carolina managed to hold on for a 77-73 victory over No. 15 Ohio State in the 2K Sports Classic semifinals on Thursday night.
Dale helps Cornell hold off Massachusetts
Yesterday at 11:02 a.m.
Louis Dale tied a career high with 24 points to lead Cornell to a 74-61 victory over Massachusetts on Wednesday night.
Baldwin stepping up for No. 8 Pittsburgh
Yesterday at 10:58 a.m.
Jonathan Baldwin was difficult to miss for anyone watching No. 8 Pitt's 27-22 win over Notre Dame, making five catches - two that were exceptional - for 142 yards and a touchdown.
Le Moyne hoops splits with S. Conn. St.
Yesterday at 8:29 a.m.
Sophomore guard Chris Johnson scored a game-high 22 points to lead four players in double-figures as the Le Moyne College men’s basketball team cruised to an 88-64 win over Southern Connecticut State.
Hot shooting leads Ithaca past William Smith
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The William Smith basketball team suffered its first loss of the season Wednesday night, a 103-81 setback at the hands of Ithaca.
Yale rallies, then holds off Colgate
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Alex Zampier scored 16 points and Yale rallied to beat Colgate 65-55 on Tuesday to earn its first victory of the season.
SU men's cross country ranked #9 in nation
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The Syracuse University men’s cross country team moved up two spots to No. 9 in the national rankings this week in the Pre-National USTFCCCA polls.
UConn beats Colgate 77-63 in NIT
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Stanley Robinson scored 18 points leading five Connecticut players in double figures as the No. 12 Huskies beat Colgate 77-63 on Monday night in the first round of the NIT Season Tip-Off.
Hot hand carries Ithaca past Hobart
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
The Hobart basketball team shot 50 percent from the floor and put six players in double figures, but it wasn't enough to hold Ithaca down.
Dolphins open season with win over Caldwell
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Sophomore guard Chris Johnson scored 18 points off the bench to lead the Le Moyne College men’s basketball team to a 63-48 win over Caldwell on Sunday afternoon in the season opener for both teams at the George R. Newman Center.
SU field hockey ends season with loss to Princeton
Sunday, November 15, 2009
The eighth-ranked Syracuse University field hockey team had its season come to an end this afternoon in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Class of ’52 Stadium on the campus of Princeton University.
Ithaca Retains Cortaca Jug
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Dan Ruggiero rushed for 109 yards and two touchdowns and Andrew Rogowski kicked three field goals as Ithaca defeated Cortland, 23-20.
Wittman's 23 lifts Cornell hoops past Alabama
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Ryan Wittman scored 23 points and made 5-of-8 3-pointers to help Cornell beat Alabama 71-67 on Saturday, spoiling Anthony Grant's Crimson Tide coaching debut.
Colgate rallies past Bucknell 29-14
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Greg Sullivan threw two touchdown passes and ran for another, and Colgate beat Bucknell 29-14 on Saturday.
Columbia defeats Cornell 30-20
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Columbia quarterback M.A. Olawale ran for two touchdowns in the second half, sparking the Lions to a 30-20 win over Cornell on Saturday.
SU field hockey beats BC in NCAA tourney
Saturday, November 14, 2009
The eighth-ranked Syracuse University field hockey team defeated the ninth-ranked Boston College Eagles, 6-2, this afternoon in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Class of ’52 Stadium on the campus of Princeton University.
Suspect in UConn player's killing appears in court
Friday, November 13, 2009
A judge has scheduled a probable cause hearing for the man accused of fatally stabbing University of Connecticut football player Jasper Howard last month.
Tiny Siena looking to make more big noise
Friday, November 13, 2009
Given that the school lacks a fat checkbook, Siena made Fran McCaffery a huge commitment this offseason - an eight-year contract.
Who will play for national title? Better to ask who won't
Friday, November 13, 2009
Such is the sorry state of college football this season that it's more fun trying to guess how many deserving teams won't play for the Bowl Championship Series' mythical national title than which two actually will.
SU's Woodruff named all-Big East in soccer
Friday, November 13, 2009
Orange senior forward Hansen Woodruff (Stuart, Fla.) was selected to the All-BIG EAST Second Team for the third straight season on Thursday.
High School News
Action News Athlete: Jennifer Locey
Yesterday at 6:22 p.m.
Jennifer Locey of Christian Brothers Academy is a big reason why her team is playing for a state championship this weekend.
Thompson signs with Albany
Yesterday at 5:51 p.m.
Miles Thompson was named as a high school All-American after accounting for 95 goals and 56 assists as a junior.
Cortland set to host state girls soccer playoffs
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The 2009 High School Girls State Championship tournament begins this Friday at the SUNY Cortland Stadium Complex, Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) and Homer High School Stadium.
State Soccer Brackets, and CBA's quest
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
The CBA girls soccer team has never won a state championship, but that could change by the time this weekend's end.
State football semifinal brackets released
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Here is a look at the brackets for the New York State Football Semifinals.
Westhill Rolls Over Johnson City
Sunday, November 15, 2009
The Westhill Warriors reached new heights Saturday night with a 41-14 win over Johnson City at Union-Endicott.
Marcellus moves on, Westhill prepares for J.C.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Our Toyota High School Game of the Week takes place on a Saturday for the first time this season, as Westhill heads to Union-Endicott High School to take on Johnson City in the Class "B" State Quarterfinal game.
Local athletes sign with college teams
Friday, November 13, 2009
Friday marked the final day of the early signing period for high school athletes, and some Central New York stars had their day in the sun.
Action News Athlete: Nick Mauro
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Nick Mauro scored five touchdowns to lead the Warriors to a 60-30 win over the Spartans.
Marcellus wins one, B'ville captures three titles!
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Baldwinsville wins three separate sectional championships, and Marcellus captures a title.
High school football state playoff matchups
Monday, November 09, 2009
Here's a look at the matchup dates and times for Section III football teams as they head south to take on teams from the Southern Tier's Section IV teams in the State Quarterfinals this weekend.
Section III Championship roundup
Saturday, November 07, 2009
Section III Championships were played out all over Central New York in several different sports.
Westmoreland makes it 3 out of 4
Friday, November 06, 2009
In the Toyota Game of the Week, the Westmoreland Bulldogs won the Section III Class D championship with a 43-20 win over Weedsport.
Whitesboro beats New Hartford for title
Friday, November 06, 2009
It’s one of the biggest rivalries in Section III, and this year it’s Whitesboro who has the bragging rights.
Section III Girls' Soccer semifinal results
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Here are the results from Tuesday night's Section III Girls' Soccer sectional semifinals.
Friday Night Lights Part Two
Friday, October 30, 2009
Henninger would score early against Christian Brothers Academy, but the Brothers would come out on top 21-20 to advance to the Class AA finals.
New Hartford rolls in Game of the Week
Friday, October 30, 2009
In the Toyota High School Game of the Week, New Hartford’s running game was too much for ES-M as they rolled past the Spartans 38-14.
Action News Athlete: Tia Bullard
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Even though Tia is only a junior, she sees herself as a leader, as do her teammates.
Gaelic Knights Gear up for Playoffs
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
It's been a banner year for the Gaelic Knights in 2009, and four of their teams hope their seasons end with a championship banner.
Vote for the Play of the Week (October 27)
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
It's that time of the week again, time for you to vote on which play you think should be our High School Play of the Week.
Game of the Week
Westhill Rolls Over Johnson City
Sunday, November 15, 2009
The Westhill Warriors reached new heights Saturday night with a 41-14 win over Johnson City at Union-Endicott.
Marcellus moves on, Westhill prepares for J.C.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Our Toyota High School Game of the Week takes place on a Saturday for the first time this season, as Westhill heads to Union-Endicott High School to take on Johnson City in the Class "B" State Quarterfinal game.
Westmoreland makes it 3 out of 4
Friday, November 06, 2009
In the Toyota Game of the Week, the Westmoreland Bulldogs won the Section III Class D championship with a 43-20 win over Weedsport.
New Hartford rolls in Game of the Week
Friday, October 30, 2009
In the Toyota High School Game of the Week, New Hartford’s running game was too much for ES-M as they rolled past the Spartans 38-14.
Warriors get revenge on Indians
Friday, October 23, 2009
It was clear from the start that this game would be won on the ground as the wet conditions made it nearly impossible to throw the ball.
Warriors roll in the Dome
Friday, October 09, 2009
Liverpool got off to a quick start on Senior Night as they rolled past CBA 35-7 in the Toyota High School Game of the Week.
Raiders rumble over Falcons
Friday, October 02, 2009
The sun may not have been out this afternoon at Fowler but that did not stop Fulton’s running game from shining bright.
B'ville Wins the Toyota High School Game of the Week
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Whenever two unbeaten team face-off against each other, only one can leave still perfect.
B'ville wins Game of the Week over CBA
Saturday, September 19, 2009
When undefeated CBA took on undefeated Baldwinsville, something had to give. It took almost all 60 minutes to find out which side would give first.
Bishop Ludden tames the Tigers
Friday, September 11, 2009
Bishop Ludden has been looking forward to this game for a long time, ever since the Onondaga Tigers knocked them off back in 2007.
Henninger wins Toyota High School Game of the Week
Saturday, September 05, 2009
The Black Knights took a big step towards answering many questions Friday night with a 27-10 victory over the C-NS Northstars.
Super Bowl scores with 'green' energy
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
The Super Bowl is the biggest event in the country every year and the NFL and Tampa Electric are making a great green team for the environment.
Vote for the best Toyota High School Game of the Week
Friday, December 26, 2008
We've brought you exciting Toyota High School Game's of the Week every Friday since the fall got underway.
F-M holds off Utica-Proctor 66-61
Saturday, December 20, 2008
F-M lost a 16-point lead in the final two minutes, only to use clutch plays to regain the advantage and come away with the win over Utica Proctor.
Toyota High School Game of the Week postponed, again
Friday, December 19, 2008
For the second week in a row our Toyota High School Game of the Week has been postponed because of weather. And for the second week in a row the game will be made up on Saturday.
CBA edges Henninger
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Whenever CBA and Henninger meet up, it's always going to be a good game, and tonight was no different.
CBA and Henninger One Day Late
Friday, December 12, 2008
This week's Toyota High School Game of the Week is so good, the anticipation is building for one more day.
CBA wins on Buddy's Court
Friday, December 05, 2008
Football season is over, but it is an easy transition to the hardwood for this week's Toyota High School Game of the Week.
Oneida falls just short of State Championship
Sunday, November 30, 2008
After winning their first Section Championship in team history, the Indians fell just short of a State Championship with a 16-12 loss to Rye.
Oneida filled with orange and blue pride
Friday, November 28, 2008
The community is feeling the State Championship fever as the Oneida football team is playing for a New York State Championship this Sunday.
Athlete of the Week
Action News Athlete: Jennifer Locey
Yesterday at 6:22 p.m.
Jennifer Locey of Christian Brothers Academy is a big reason why her team is playing for a state championship this weekend.
Action News Athlete: Nick Mauro
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Nick Mauro scored five touchdowns to lead the Warriors to a 60-30 win over the Spartans.
Action News Athlete: Samantha Leamer
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Samantha’s maturity beyond her years helps her team in good times and in bad.
Action News Athlete: Tia Bullard
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Even though Tia is only a junior, she sees herself as a leader, as do her teammates.
Action News Athlete: Rebecca Wolf
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Rebecca Wolf is the epitome of a team leader.
Action News Athlete: Luke Smith
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Luke Smith had to brave the elements last week in his pursuit to qualify for the sectional golf tournament for the second year in a row.
Action News Athlete: Beth Lamison
Thursday, October 08, 2009
It's not very often you can be dubbed "a perfect player", but that's how this week's Dunkin' Donuts Action News Athlete is described by her coach and fellow players.
Action News Athlete: Jon Boehm
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Just two short years ago, Jon was stricken with lipo-sarcoma, a malignant tumor in his soft tissue.
Action News Athlete: Ismail Brooks
Thursday, September 24, 2009
14 touchdowns and 840 total yards would be good numbers for anyone in a single season. Auburn running back Ismail Brooks has done it in the past two weeks.
Action News Athletes: CBA medley swim team
Thursday, September 17, 2009
In September most high school teams are still trying to work out the early season kinks. That's not the case with the Christian Brothers Academy 200 medley relay team.
Action News Athlete: Mark DeAngelis
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Mark DeAngelis is used to being on the football field. He's played with many of his Bishop Ludden teammates for the last six years.
Action News Athlete: Jake Merola
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Jake Merola features a long ball off the tee, one that in recent outings has dwarfed the distances of his instructor.
Action News Athlete: Chris Stogsdill
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Chris Stogsdill from Marcellus High School has run the fastest mile of any high school athlete in the country this year.
Action News Athlete: Trenna Hill
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Trenna Hill, a three year player and now captain for Corcoran lacrosse, was given the Tewaaraton Trophy this year.
Action News Athletes: F-M novice crew
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Typically, we don't feature an entire team as Action News Athletes, but once you read and watch this story you'll understand why we did.
Action News Athlete: Tom Murphy
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Tom Murphy has been on Central Square's Varsity Baseball team for three years, and all three of those seasons he's been a team captain. That says it all.
Action News Athlete: Jonathan Stevens
Thursday, April 23, 2009
A leader for the basketball, baseball and football teams, the squads depend on Jonathan to help guide them to successful seasons.
Action News Athlete: Mark Capponi
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Everyone is starting to get into a baseball frame of mind as April moves along, but this week's Dunkin' Donuts Action News Athlete is always in a baseball frame of mind!
Action News Athlete: Brittany Siechen
Friday, April 10, 2009
Action News Athlete: Lauren Roy
Thursday, April 02, 2009
The first game of the season can be nerve-wracking enough for any player, but throw in the fact that it’s your first game at the varsity level and it’s easy to be stuck in a learning curve.
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