Simon settles into offense to become key contributor for Syracuse in freshman season
It was senior day when Syracuse defeated St. John’s on Sunday. But it was impossible to miss the effect of a freshman, Erin Simon, who… Read more »
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Syracuse breaks out late to propel team to 3-0 win over St. John's in final regular-season game
Syracuse head coach Phil Wheddon thought about what his team could take into the postseason after beating St. John’s Saturday in its final regular-season game.… Read more »
SU looks to build momentum heading into postseason play
Having clinched a bye to the quarterfinals in the Big East tournament, what happens Saturday when Syracuse plays St. John’s is almost meaningless for the… Read more »
Freshmen lead Syracuse attack as team makes postseason push
Erin Simon will never forget her first goal for Syracuse. “It was pretty awesome; it was pretty cool to be a header,” Simon said. “I… Read more »
Consistent Syracuse defense provides backbone while offense continues to find rhythm
Syracuse’s defensive effort has been consistent all season, making up for a lack of goals from the offense. “The goals have kind of not really… Read more »
Syracuse focuses on improving offensive production in 2012 season
Under a new formation, the Syracuse offense — without its No. 1 goal scorer of the last three seasons — has helped propel the Orange… Read more »
Syracuse earns crucial win over Seton Hall to remain in Big East hunt
Phil Wheddon knew Friday’s match was a must-win if his team wants to be a competitor in the Big East. Syracuse had too much in… Read more »
Syracuse returns home looking to put together winning streak in playoff push
The crowd was buzzing the last time Syracuse played at SU Soccer Stadium. The Orange defeated Connecticut for the first time ever to open Big… Read more »
Syracuse looks to build winning streak after up-and-down start to season
The Syracuse women’s soccer team’s season thus far can best be described as consistently inconsistent. The Orange (4-4-1) has yet to win, lose or tie… Read more »
Syracuse beats Connecticut for 1st time in 18 all-time meetings
Heading into Thursday, Syracuse was winless against Connecticut in 17 matchups dating back to 1997. The last time SU even scored against the Huskies was… Read more »
Syracuse sets out to leave definitive mark on Big East in final year
Syracuse head coach Phil Wheddon had a message for his team heading into conference play. He told the team that it was like starting a… Read more »
Strong returns from offseason injury to provide boost for Syracuse early in season
Hanna Strong watched from the bench as Syracuse opened its season with an overtime victory over Colgate. Strong, a sophomore midfielder, missed spring workouts leading… Read more »
Freshmen adjusting to higher level of play early in season
Jackie Firenze sees both sides of the situation clearly. The freshman midfielder is getting the chance to compete with players who have considerably more experience… Read more »
Syracuse fails to capitalize on scoring opportunities in loss to Washington
For 45 minutes, Syracuse was in complete control. The Orange repeatedly attacked Washington’s goal and rejected any ball Washington tried to bring into its box.… Read more »
