SB : Syracuse uses clutch hitting, manufactures runs to defeat Binghamton
If Jasmine Watson timed her swing a split second better, the ball would have flown over the left-field fence. Instead, her monster cut sent a… Read more »
Softball
SB : Syracuse sweeps doubleheader with superb pitching, potent offense
Syracuse applied relentless, constant pressure to Cornell. And it was more than enough to pull out two easy wins Wednesday against the Big Red.'Every inning… Read more »
SB : Kuwik finishes with career-high 17 strikeouts in win over Binghamton
Stacy Kuwik was in complete control. The Syracuse pitcher was mowing down the Binghamton batters at a torrid pace.But even Kuwik didn't realize how many… Read more »
SB : Nandin, Watts provide strong defensive duo for Syracuse
Stephanie Watts and Morgan Nandin grew up on opposite coasts of the country. But that may be one of the only contrasts between the two… Read more »
SB : Dominant pitching by Kuwik helps carry Syracuse to 3-game sweep
Stacy Kuwik had to get ready to finish the game she started.Syracuse reliever Lindsay Taylor surrendered a three-run home run to Seton Hall's Kristen Kaelin… Read more »
SB : Offensive outburst caps 3-game weekend sweep over Seton Hall
With all the potent bats throughout Syracuse's lineup, Leigh Ross knows the Orange has the ability to produce remarkable rallies. And she let her team… Read more »
SB : Syracuse hosts Seton Hall in 1st outdoor home series this season
Skytop Softball Stadium never looked so good to Leigh Ross. The outfield grass was unseasonably green, the sky was cloudless and the infield dirt was… Read more »
SB : Orange hitters provide extra pop with 11 home runs in weekend series
Looking at Syracuse's offensive statistics this season, it's hard to argue with the philosophy Wally King preaches at the plate.When SU hits a home run,… Read more »
SB : Orange refocuses heading into Big East play
Wally King warned his Syracuse players they would return to 'top-25 practices.'After narrowly escaping with a win over a lowly Canisius team, the SU associate… Read more »
SB : Former SU standout Gibbs helping to turn Colgate around as assistant coach
The acoustics of the Carrier Dome amplified Hallie Gibbs' cheers just loud enough for Leigh Ross to hear. After every half-inning, Ross heard her former… Read more »
SB : Diamond cuts: Carrier Dome transformed into softball field, hosts games for 1st time in history
One by one, every Syracuse softball player made it a point to go up to Pete Sala and thank him.With a hug and a thank… Read more »
SB : Syracuse sweeps 2 games inside Carrier Dome
Kelly Saco didn't want to go into extra innings. No one on Syracuse did. And with one swing of the bat, she prevented that from… Read more »
SB : Playing in Carrier Dome brings assorted challenges during two games
Kelly Saco heard the snap of the ball in her glove and unwillingly exhaled. The Carrier Dome turf wasn't friendly to Morgan Canisius' Lizzy Read more »
SB : Syracuse to open home schedule with historic two games inside Carrier Dome
After an email from the Alabama athletic department planted the idea in Leigh Ross' mind in 2006, she became captivated with the thought of the… Read more »
SB : Loaded Orange pitching staff dominating after rough start
When judging a pitching staff, catcher Lacey Kohl has the best view of any player on the diamond. And from what the backstop has seen… Read more »
STAFF : Strong pitching carries Syracuse to 3 wins during weekend tournament
Although Syracuse didn't knock off two ranked opponents like it did last weekend, the Orange still managed a respectable five games over three days.SU (12-8)… Read more »
SB : With 4 quality wins, Syracuse starts to turn season around
Shirley Daniels just needed a quick glance down the dugout bench to know her teammates felt the same way she did. Two late, costly errors… Read more »
SB : Syracuse holds opportunity to pick up marquee victories at Citrus Classic
For Leigh Ross and Syracuse, this weekend could define their season.Rather than practicing Wednesday, the SU head coach held a meeting in the academic part… Read more »
SB : Watson establishes herself quickly as Orange slugger
Every time Jasmine Watson steps to the plate, she digs into the batter's box with the same mentality. That mindset is to 'go big.' And… Read more »
SB : Orange hitters find offensive answers despite road losses
Jolene Henderson's changeup had Syracuse's lineup on the ropes.The Orange was early on the California pitcher's off-speed pitches and couldn't catch up to her fastballs.… Read more »
SB : Syracuse reflects on best season in program history, looks forward to future
After her Syracuse team swept Louisville to close out the regular season, head coach Leigh Ross couldn't help looking past the Big East tournament. Ross… Read more »
SB : Illegal pitches, lack of hitting lead to 2 losses, elimination from regionals for Syracuse
For the entire season, Leigh Ross didn't have to worry about illegal pitch calls on her ace pitcher Jenna Caira. But the problem that plagued… Read more »
SB : Kohl's home run, Caira's pitching give SU first-ever NCAA tournament win
Lacey Kohl gripped her bat tightly as she waited in the on-deck circle. Kohl was fired up as she watched teammate Lisaira Daniels receive an… Read more »
SB : SU hopes to build on last year's experience, win 1st NCAA tournament game
The Syracuse softball team was frustrated after less than an inning.Ace pitcher Jenna Caira had been pulled by head coach Leigh Ross after four illegal… Read more »
