Syracuse solving struggles at plate ahead of Big East crunch time
It was as if weeks of offensive struggle had become too much to bear. After going down 5-0 in the first inning against Georgetown on… Read more »
Softball
Syracuse hopes to get its season back on track starting with Cornell
Nearly a year ago, Syracuse stood at the height of program history, setting records en route to the NCAA regionals, where it eventually fell to… Read more »
Dimon proves steady behind plate despite pitching struggles
Ashley Dimon has waited three years to fully claim her spot behind the plate. In her freshman season, she appeared in 22 games, starting 11.… Read more »
Syracuse drops doubleheader to DePaul as injuries take their toll, freshmen provide bright spots
The wear and tear of a long season is starting to take its toll on Syracuse. A 16-2 loss to DePaul at Skytop Softball Stadium… Read more »
Syracuse pitching falters in 3-game sweep to DePaul
A smile spread across Corinne Ozanne’s face as she rounded third base for home plate, jogging lightly to her waiting teammates. The ball was long… Read more »
Ozanne overcomes knee injuries to provide power in middle of Syracuse lineup
It's the knees. “They literally drive me insane.” The right one tore as a senior in high school. She went up for a layup, landing… Read more »
Younger Daniels raising game with inspiration from older sister, former outfielder
Shirley Daniels let the first offering from Harvard’s Morgan Groom pass without a swing. She was sure it was a ball outside, but the umpire… Read more »
Contrasting styles of Kuwik, Larkin necessary to throw off potent Louisville offense
The only similarity between Stacy Kuwik and Lindsey Larkin is that they are both pitchers. Aside from that, they couldn’t be more different. Kuwik, a… Read more »
Taylor fights injury, impresses early under tutelage of former ace Caira
It came on a change-up. It was the pitch Lindsay Taylor had spent the first half of the season fine-tuning, learning to hit different spots… Read more »
Syracuse's 3 captains carry Orange to 10th-inning win over Harvard
Veronica Grant stood 60 feet away from home plate and the winning run. With the game tied and Shirley Daniels at bat in the bottom… Read more »
Duel at the Dome presents unique game environment, gives Syracuse chance to open home season indoors
A foul ball would careen into the stands, followed by an accompanying chorus of "heads up," sending some children ducking their heads and fans readying… Read more »
Syracuse looks to Dome homecoming to change early-season fortunes
Twenty-three straight games on the road. This is how the Orange began its 2013 season, traveling to exhibitions and tournaments in Charleston, S.C., Palm Springs,… Read more »
Wambold fighting off sophomore slump after record-setting freshman year
No freshman in Syracuse history has hit more home runs than Julie Wambold did last season. On her way to winning the ‘Cuse Awards Female… Read more »
Softball inconsistent in Hawaii, Tennis winning streak ends
Syracuse will host its first pair of home games after coming up one game short of claiming a tournament title. Over spring break, Syracuse (9-14)… Read more »
Syracuse looks to restore confidence with strong performance at Spring Fling tournament
Attitude and confidence. That's what's missing from this season, and that's what captain Morgan Nandin says Syracuse needs to close out games and shake a… Read more »
Orange goes 1-4 at Citrus Classic; SU track chases last chances
Syracuse entered the weekend with a 4-5 record, with hopes to jump over the .500 mark. Its road schedule took the team to Orlando, Fla.,… Read more »
Long road trip continues for Syracuse in Orlando for Citrus Classic
When the 2013 regular season ends for Syracuse, it will have played 38 games. Only 10 of them will have been at home. The team… Read more »
Syracuse 2nd baseman Johnson offers versatility, leadership in freshman season
Curt Johnson has been coaching high school and travel softball in the Rochester, N.Y., area for more than 20 years. He enjoys the sport itself,… Read more »
Syracuse tennis splits pair of road games; Orange softball goes 1-4 at Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic
Syracuse (5-6, 2-1) traveled to Illinois for a battle with two top-75 foes, splitting the two matches on a defining road trip. Entering the weekend,… Read more »
Syracuse brushing aside last season, looking to toughen itself for Big East competition in Mary Nutter Classic
Syracuse finished last season ranked a program-best No. 23 in the USA Today Coaches poll. Having graduated key players, the Orange found itself relegated… Read more »
Nandin goes from local standout to steady leader for Syracuse
When Leigh Ross started her career at Syracuse, the head coach looked for local talent to build her program. At the time, Morgan Nandin was… Read more »
Softball goes 3-1 at Cougar Classic in Charleston; Track takes mediocre team finish from Big East indoors
Heading into the Cougar Classic in Charleston, S.C., senior captain Veronica Grant wanted her team to finish the weekend with a winning record. After four… Read more »
Syracuse hopes to get back to pinnacle of Big East as it opens season in Cougar Classic
Syracuse softball won back-to-back Big East championships in 2010 and 2011, defeating Louisville each time. Looking for a three-peat in 2012, they went into the… Read more »
After successful playing career at Syracuse, Caira provides guidance as pitching coach
One thousand strikeouts. It was a mark no pitcher had reached in the history of Big East softball, until Syracuse senior Jenna Caira tossed her… Read more »
