Syracuse University News

Northwestern sees SU as an opportunity   

Syracuse, the school that produced Jim Brown and Larry Csonka, managed an embarrassing two yards per carry and 753 in all in 2007.

Williams looks to help replace Williams   Video Glyph

Northwestern is favored by 11.5 points heading into this weekend season opener for SU football, but there's a good chance that would be different if the Orange still had their two star wide receivers.

SU soccer kicks off season Friday   

After an 18-year hiatus, the Syracuse men’s soccer team rekindles its rivalry with Canisius on Friday, August 29.

SU football opens Saturday vs. Northwestern   Video Glyph

The SU football team opens its season at Northwestern on Saturday, and we have a video preview with CuseConfidential's Ryan Murray. 

SU not bothered by preseason predictions   

Playing the role of underdog is nothing new at Syracuse, so forgive the Orange if they're not bothered by another batch of preseason predictions that have them finishing at the bottom of the Big East.

SU field hockey garners preseason attention   

Syracuse University field hockey is ranked 18th in the STX/NFHCA Preseason Poll announced by the National Field Hockey Coaches Association.

SU freshman named soccer rookie of the week   

Syracuse University freshman Casey Ramirez is the BIG EAST Women’s Soccer Rookie of the Week after her performance in the Orange’s season opener against Albany.

SU looking to make statement vs. Northwestern   Video Glyph

They say first impressions last a lifetime. The SU football team is just hoping to create one that lasts for 12 games.

Super Bowl hero David Tyree on PUP list   

Former Syracuse University star wide receiver David Tyree was placed on the physically-unable-to-perform reserve list by the New York Giants on Tuesday.

SU announces men's basketball exhibitions   

For the fifth straight season the Syracuse men’s basketball team will open its campaign with exhibition games against Division II foes.

Robinson likes the unknown of SU's opener   

The season begins Saturday for the Orange with a road game against Northwestern, and every game is likely to be nerve-racking.

SU Football enters first game week of 2008   Video Glyph

Greg Robinson said it himself on Media Day, the time for talking is over, the time for doing is now. It couldn't be more true.

SU Inspired by Olympic Gold, Wins Opener   Video Glyph

The Syracuse women's soccer squad scored its first goal of 2008 just 1:30 into its season opener on its way to a 3-1 victory against Albany at the SU Soccer Stadium on Friday, Aug. 22. The Orange held a 2-0 lead after just four minutes of action and won its season opener for the second straight year.

Running Backs are back   Video Glyph

We're about a week away from the SU Football Season Opener at Northwestern (Evanston, Illinois) and some positions are in limbo as to the starter or staters will be, this couldn't be more true than at running back.

SU women's soccer gets season underway   

The women’s soccer squad gets the 2008 fall campaign underway for Syracuse Athletics on Friday when it opens the season against Albany at 7:00 p.m. at the SU Soccer Stadium.

Lade joins Orange men's lacrosse   

Defenseman John Lade has joined the Orange men’s lacrosse team, SU head coach John Desko announced on Thursday.

SU to host 'Night of Distinction'   

Syracuse University will honor former student-athletes and individuals associated with the athletics program representing various sports and eras of Orange athletics as LetterWinners of Distinction.

Fans get chance to meet 2008 Orange Football Team  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

On Monday the SU football team staged an open practice and an autograph session for its faithful fans, all part of Fan Fest 2008

Orange football has nowhere to go but up   

On the day Syracuse began preseason football camp, head coach Greg Robinson was no different than when he first arrived on campus - smiling, optimistic, gung-ho and ready to go.

Orange volleyball prepares for upcoming season   


Professional News

Another Ewing Will Wear Knicks Jersey   

The Knicks have acquired Patrick Ewing Junior from the Rockets

Beltran powers Mets past Marlins   

Carlos Beltran came through with the big hit that had eluded the New York Mets all night.

Lions beat Bills 14-6 in preseason matchup   

It was a sloppy game that featured numerous dropped passes, several illegal formation penalties and even two safeties.

Giants win battle of backups vs. Patriots   

The New England Patriots and New York Giants took no chances with their quarterbacks in a preseason finale on Thursday night that matched February's Super Bowl opponents.

Mets put catcher Ramon Castro on DL   

The New York Mets placed catcher Ramon Castro on the 15-day disabled list because of a quadriceps injury and made four other moves Wednesday.

Crunch announce preseason schedule   

The Syracuse Crunch have announced the dates for their 2008-09 preseason schedule.

Bills rookie OT Bell has chance to start vs. Lions   

There's a good possibility Bell will play among the starters on Thursday when Buffalo (2-1) closes its preseason hosting Detroit (3-0) in a game in which neither team's regulars are expected to play much.

Don't consider Giants-Patriots a Super Bowl rematch   

Don't bother looking for an emotional Super Bowl rematch when the New York Giants and New England Patriots meet in their preseason finale at Giants Stadium on Thursday night.

Delgado does it again   

Daniel Murphy hit a tiebreaking double after Carlos Delgado's second solo homer had tied the game in the eighth and the New York Mets beat Philadelphia 6-3 on Wednesday night to reclaim first place in the NL East.

Yanks fading fast, lose another to Boston   

Jason Bay drove in four runs, Dustin Pedroia hit a grand slam and the Boston Red Sox routed the listless Yankees 11-3 on Wednesday night, putting an emphatic dent in New York's dwindling playoff chances.

NJ lawmaker to Giants: Rethink seat licenses   

A New Jersey lawmaker is urging the New York Giants to rethink their plan to sell personal seat licenses for every seat in the new football stadium at the Meadowlands.

Bills rookie TE Fine out indefinitely   

Buffalo Bills rookie tight end Derek Fine is out indefinitely after surgery to repair a thumb injury.

Jets' Spencer making impact after lost season   

Competing for a roster spot in his third season with the Jets after two with Tennessee, Cody Spencer has been a standout during the preseason.

Michael Strahan will stay in retirement   

Michael Strahan decided to stay retired after seriously considering a request by the Super Bowl champion New York Giants to return to the team in the wake of a season-ending injury to fellow star defensive end Osi Umenyiora.

Phillies rally to beat Mets and reclaim first place   

Chris Coste hit an RBI single in the bottom of the 13th inning and the Philadelphia Phillies overcame a 7-0 deficit to beat the New York Mets 8-7 on Tuesday night and retake the lead in the NL East.

Another Turning Stone success   Video Glyph

By all accounts the first annual Notah Begay Foundation Challenge Skins game was a huge success at Turning Stone's Atunyote Golf Course today.

Bills' Edwards back from bruised thigh injury   

Buffalo Bills starting quarterback Trent Edwards returned to practice Tuesday after missing a week with a bruised right thigh.

Mangini likely to sit Favre vs. Eagles  Photos Glyph 

Jets coach Eric Mangini said Tuesday that he's leaning toward not playing quarterback Brett Favre in the team's preseason finale at Philadelphia.

Giants contact Michael Strahan about return  Photos Glyph 

With fellow Pro Bowler Osi Umenyiora out for the season with a knee injury, the Giants contacted Strahan's representative Monday to see if No. 92 would return for a 16th season.

Mets put Maine on DL with bone spur in shoulder   

John Maine was put on the 15-day disabled list because of a bone spur in his right shoulder Monday, leaving the New York Mets without a key starter as they head into September looking to erase the memory of last year's embarrassing collapse.


College News

SU Women's Soccer Falls In Game 2 Of Wheddon Era   

SU Women's Soccer loses to William And Mary 2-1

Le Moyne Volleyball begins 2008 campaign   

The Le Moyne College volleyball team split a pair of matches on Friday

Le Moyne soccer opens season with a tie   

Davide Dipaola scored in the 22nd minute to lead the Le Moyne College men’s soccer team to a 1-1 draw with Wilmington University

SU Football enters first game week of 2008   Video Glyph

Greg Robinson said it himself on Media Day, the time for talking is over, the time for doing is now. It couldn't be more true.

Fans get chance to meet 2008 Orange Football Team  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

On Monday the SU football team staged an open practice and an autograph session for its faithful fans, all part of Fan Fest 2008

St. Bonaventure Hoops Loses Player   

St. Bonaventure freshman Marquise Simmons will sit out this season

Paulus comes home, gives back to the community   Video Glyph

Paulus stopped by the OCC Lazer basketball camp to give the kids a message

CBA trio highlights SU wide receiving corps   Video Glyph

There probably isn't a more proud high school football coach than Joe Casamento right now.

Jen Kaido Makes CNY Proud   

Jen Kaido has already made Central New York proud just by being an Olympian, and Sunday she made us just a little more prouder.

Boeheim to Beijing   Video Glyph

SU Head Basketball Coach Jim Boeheim leaves on Saturday on an Olympic Voyage where only one result is expectable.

Melo Blogs   

As Former SU Star Carmelo Anthony prepares for the Beijing Olympics, along with Team USA, he'll also be making his debut as a writer for the New York Times.

Central New York Athletes Recognized   Video Glyph

On Thursday the Syracuse Chamber Of Commerce presented its seasonal "Believe to Achieve" awards.

SU Football Bringing In Much Needed Help At WR   Video Glyph

Orange Earns 2nd Known Verbal From 2009 Class

CNY Has High Hopes For Donte`   Video Glyph

Donte` Greene could make history. He very well could be the first player selected in the NBA draft that was wearing bowling shoes when selected.

Welcome Wesley!!   Video Glyph

As SU basketball fans prepare for some *closure* tomorrow when Donte Greene gets picked in the NBA draft, a new door has opened.

Notre Dame, NBC agree to 5-year deal   

The university and NBC announced Thursday they have agreed to a five-year deal that runs through the 2015 season. The current contract was scheduled to expire in 2010.

Dolphins baseball duo named All-Americans   

Eric Beaulac & sophomore Chris Edmdonson were named ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division I All-Americans for 2008.

Big East Men's Lax Official   

The BIG EAST Conference will formally begin sponsoring the sport of men's lacrosse beginning in the spring of 2010. The announcement about the Conference adding its 24th sport was made today by Commissioner Michael Tranghese following a unanimous vote by the league's 16 Directors of Athletics during their recent annual spring meeting.

MSG hoping to host NCAA tournament   

Madison Square Garden, which last hosted an NCAA tournament game in 1961, is hoping its $500 million renovation will help it land the East Regional championship as early as 2012.

Mets draft Le Moyne's Beaulac in 9th round   

Junior standout Eric Beaulac  was selected by the New York Mets in the 9th round of the Major League Baseball Draft and becomes the 31st player and 20th pitcher in Le Moyne history to be chosen in the Major League Baseball Amateur Draft.


High School News

High School Football Preview: Vernon-Verona-Sherrill  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

The Vernon Verona Sherrill Red Devils are ready to make noise in 2008.

Spartans starters are back  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

ES-M is preparing for another tough season, but they seem a lot more prepared for those preparations this time around.

H.S. football preview: F-M ready for next step  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

The Fayetteville-Manlius football team is always regarded as one of the best in Section III.

Ludden Looking To Defend State Title  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

There's a different attitude at Bishop Ludden's 2008 preseason camp.

CBA ready for redemption  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

There's no question that Christian Brothers Academy is one of the most tradition rich programs in Central New York.

High School Football Preview: Corcoran Cougars  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

Corcoran Football has run into some rough luck the past couple of seasons.

High School football is back!!   Video Glyph

Summer winding down can only mean one thing, the start of another exciting high school football season in Central New York.

Fans get chance to meet 2008 Orange Football Team  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

On Monday the SU football team staged an open practice and an autograph session for its faithful fans, all part of Fan Fest 2008

Lopez Lomong qualifies for Semifinals   

Lomong makes late rally to finish 5th in 1500 meter run.

Lomong advances in 1500m heat   

Big news this morning for a local Olympic athlete. Tully native Lopez Lomong has finished 5th in the qualifying race.

Paulus comes home, gives back to the community   Video Glyph

Paulus stopped by the OCC Lazer basketball camp to give the kids a message

CBA trio highlights SU wide receiving corps   Video Glyph

There probably isn't a more proud high school football coach than Joe Casamento right now.

From African refugee camp to Olympic start line   Video Glyph

Lopez Lomong's life on the run began in the Sudan, and would have ended there, too, with just one false step. Two decades and thousands of miles later, it will slow to a walk for a few precious moments Friday night, long enough to carry the U.S. flag into the Olympic stadium.

Lopez Lomong to carry U.S. flag  Photos Glyph Video Glyph

Tully's Lopez Lomong has been named the U.S. flagbearer for tomorrow night's Olympic Opening Ceremonies.

CNY looking for Gold at Empire Games   Video Glyph

The Central New York hockey team is one step closer to trading in last years silver for gold after an opening day win at the Empire State Games.

Paige Biviano Is A Taekwondo Prodigy   Video Glyph

At 14 years old, Paige Biviano competes in the 18-32 year old division, and usually wins.

F-M Little Leaguers win District 8 title   Video Glyph

The District 8 Little League title for the 10 and 11 year old division provided no shortcomings of excitement.

Alliance Bank Classic First Round Wraps Up   Video Glyph

The tournament has some local flavor.

F-M snags golf bragging rights   Video Glyph

Here are the results from today's Nice N Easy Grocery Shoppes Pro-Junior Challenge, which is part of Alliance Bank Golf Classic tournament week.

Syracuse Sports HOF honors 2008 Legends Team   Video Glyph

The 1965 and 1966 St. John The Evangelist Basketball Team earns the honor.


Game of the Week

B'ville dominates in Game of the Week (video)   Video Glyph

This week's High School Game Of The Week featured one of the most upstart teams in Section III against of the best in the section.

J-D Lax Struts Its Stuff   

The defending Class B State Champions from Jamesville-Dewitt had an aura around them as the 2008 season got underway.

Liverpool flexes CNY muscle   

Liverpool beat Essex Junction, Vermont's defending state champ 12-8 Friday night at Solvay High School. Tyler Kamide led the way with 2 4th quarter goals.

West Genny fights off F-M   

The West Genesee Wildcats outlasted F-M to win 8-5 in our High School Game of the Week. 

West Genny starts 2008 off right   

West Genesee starts the 2008 season just how they want to end it, with a win.  Beating Pennsylvania's reigning state champions, Downingtown East 7-4.  Jordan Rogers leads the way with 3 goals.

Corcoran's great run ends in semis   

Corcoran just couldn't keep up with North Babylon down the stretch, falling 61-46.

Henninger Advances to AA Final   

The Henninger Black Knights are heading back to the Class AA sectional final after beating CBA 65-44 in Sectional Semifinal Friday night at LeMoyne College.

Auburn captures American Division title (video)   Video Glyph

The entire Auburn community knew coming into their beloved Maroons game with F-M on Friday that a lot was on the line.

CBA gets another 'Holy War' win   

There is no doubt that CBA and Bishop Ludden take part in the most intense rivalry in CNY basketball.

Jim Marsh Inches Closer To 400   

The Corcoran Lady Cougars marched to a 61-42 victory of Fayetteville-Manlius on Friday night, allowing Corcoran to hold its position as 2nd in the American Division.

J-D downs Bishop Ludden 67-50   

Less than a month ago J-D needed a last second tip in basket by Mickey Davis to beat Bishop Ludden, tonight they ran away early and went on to win 67-50.

CBA comes back to beat Bishop Ludden   

It was a tale of two halves.

Onondaga at East Syracuse-Minoa   Video Glyph

Vince Celi will always be remembered at ES-M, not just as a basketball coach but as a great friend and mentor.

Christian Brothers vs. Jamesville-DeWitt   Video Glyph

Marcus Sales commits to SU Football on Thursday, then helps CBA beat #2 J-D on Friday.

Proctor beats C-NS, but Preaster overshadows   Video Glyph

Utica Proctor came back from nine down in the third quarter to beat C-NS in the Toyota High School Game of the Week.

West Genesee vs. Proctor   Video Glyph

The Lady Wildcats improved to 6-0 on the season beating Utica Proctor 63-36 on their home court.

Jamesville-DeWitt vs. St. Theresa's   

There were some questions surrounding this week's Toyota High School Game Of The Week in the Jamesville-Dewitt Tip-Off Classic.

West Genesee vs. Monroe-Woodbury   

West Genesee High School won a state championship on Sunday, and there wasn’t a lacrosse stick in sight.

Bishop Ludden vs. LeRoy   

Nate Stewart blocked a LeRoy extra point in overtime to win the game for the Gaelic Knights (11-1), delivering Ludden to its first ever appearance in the State Championship.

Onondaga vs. Walton   

It’s the first Toyota High School Game of the Week state edition and chances are the winner could end up being the state champ in class D.


Athlete of the Week

Action News Athlete: Brittney Lindley   Video Glyph

We’re 98% sure this week's Action News Athlete has a lot more going for her, as in a 98% average in the classroom.

Action News Athlete: Brittany Brigandi   Video Glyph

The senior middie for Christian Brothers Academy lacrosse leads by example.

Action News Athlete: Bradley Gass (video)   Video Glyph

Talk about the definition of a 'student-athlete'! Bradley Gass certainly made our job easy this week.

Action News Athlete: John Smith   Video Glyph

C-NS is littered with highly touted Division I prospects, and the next big name may just be junior John Smith.

Action News Athlete: Henry Luke Cometti   Video Glyph

You would think that kicking the game winning field goal to win the Class AA Section Football Championship would be the highlight of an athlete's career, but Henry Luke Cometti has many other highlights, talents, and sports to consider.

Action News Athlete: Nick Pascale   Video Glyph

The Jamesville-Dewitt basketball team did what most teams can only hope to do, and Nick Pascale was a big reason why.

Action News Athlete: Chelsey Chavez-Egan   Video Glyph

Chelsey Chavez-Egan has overcome adversity to be a standout at Solvay High School.

Action News Athlete: Brandon Triche   Video Glyph

Why did it take us this long to name Brandon Triche our Action News Athlete? Maybe because we knew he’d save his best for last.

Action News Athlete: Courtney Allen   Video Glyph

Courtney Allen was simply doing what she did all season long for Sackets Harbor basketball.

Action News Athlete: Ben Cronin   Video Glyph

Ben Cronin leads Henninger to the State Playoffs with a heavy heart.

Action News Athlete: Dan O'Connor   Video Glyph

Dan O'Connor is already considered among the best in the state, now he's swimming for a state title.

Action News Athlete: John Schlegel   Video Glyph

He is the backbone to the West Genesee hockey team that has made its way to the sectional finals against Ithaca.

Action News Athlete: Mick Letcher   Video Glyph

East Syracuse-Minoa wrestler Mick Letcher has not lost a match in the 2007-2008 season.

Action News Athlete: Andy Kahl   Video Glyph

This week’s Dunkin’ Donuts Action News Athlete is known for his elevation, but his sport is not on the hardwood. 

Action News Athlete: Irene Hudson   Video Glyph

Irene Hudson is known for her shiny pearly whites, her smile famous in the halls of Corcoran High School.

Action News Athlete: Tim Ross   Video Glyph

 It’s that confident, but certainly not over-confident demeanor that has allowed Tim Ross to emerge as a leader for Liverpool hockey.

Action News Athlete: Winky Shepard   Video Glyph

This past weekend Central Square’s Winky Shepard put the biggest mark on a career that’s spanned six years.

Action News Athlete: Karen Bianchi   Video Glyph

Karen Bianchi has overcome adversity to lead West Genesee.

Action News Athlete: Kelly Fisk   Video Glyph

This weeks Action News Athlete comes from Central Square.

Action News Athlete: Anthony Roden   Video Glyph

Anthony Roden is leading the way and is an extremely athletic player who also plays basketball.

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