D.O. Sportscast

This episode of the D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Anish Vasudevan, dives into Syracuse's new offense and examines key players Garrett Shrader, Sean Tucker, Duce Chestnut, and Alijah Clark. Our beat writers Anthony Alandt, Alex Cirino and Connor Smith preview the upcoming year and analyze how Dino Babers can make his second bowl appearance in his tenure at SU. Anish Vasudevan is our host, Andrew Hood is our podcast editor, Spencer Goldstein and Tyler Schiff are our assistant sports digital editors.

After graduating from SU and making 10 stops at eight different colleges, Charles Guthrie has become a "rising star" as the athletic director of Akron. In this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, Andrew Crane discusses Guthrie's journey that has taken the Zips to the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. The road Guthrie traveled wasn't always easy — he once slept in his car for a week for an unpaid internship. But through an intricate web of connections and pouncing on opportunities, Guthrie worked his way to athletic director of Akron in 2021. Arabdho Majumder is our host, Nick Luttrell is our executive producer, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Anthony Alandt is digital managing editor, Henry O'Brien and Connor Pignatello are our assistant digital editors and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

Even though Syracuse lost Megan Carney and Emily Hawryschuk halfway through the 2021 season, it still went to the national championship.This season, Kayla Treanor returns to her alma matter with those same championship aspirations. While the Orange lost sophomore standout Emma Ward for the season, they are returning much of their 2021 talent.Carney and Hawryschuk are both coming back from their injuries, while All-Americans Sarah Cooper and Meaghan Tyrrell are returning as well. Arabdho Majumder is our host, Marnie Muñoz is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Anthony Alandt is our digital editor, Henry O'Brien and Connor Pignatello are our assistant sports digital editors and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

Syracuse ended its 2021 season following a first round loss to Georgetown. The 10-goal loss extended the Orange's championship drought to 13 years, the longest stretch of time between national championships for SU since the NCAA Tournament was established. Following the season, head coach John Desko announced his retirement after 46 years of being involved with Syracuse men's lacrosse. The retirement led SU to turn to a program legend in Gary Gait to take the helm. Arabdho Majumder is our host, Marnie Muñoz is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Anthony Alandt is our digital editor, Henry O'Brien and Connor Pignatello are our assistant sports digital editors and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

After many years of inconsistency and turmoil, the Syracuse Crunch have become one of the AHL's consistent teams since their affiliation with the Tampa Bay Lightning began in the 2012-13 season. 31 Crunch regulars as well as multiple coaches were a part of the Lightning's Stanley Cup wins in 2020 and 2021. In this episode of The Daily Orange's sportscast, Alex Cirino discusses the strong connection between the Syracuse Crunch and their NHL affiliate Tampa Bay Lightning. Arabdho Majumder is our host, Marnie Muñoz is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Anthony Alandt is our digital editor, Henry O'Brien and Connor Pignatello are our assistant sports digital editors and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

In July, the passing of name, image and likeness legislation allowed collegiate athletes to profit off their name and brand. Syracuse men's basketball players such as Buddy Boeheim and Cole Swider have already made deals with both local and national brands like The Players Trunk. In this episode of the Daily Orange Sportscast, men's basketball beat writer Gaurav Shetty discusses the implications for how SU athletes have navigated this new landscape and its opportunities. Arabdho Majumder is our host, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Abby Weiss is our digital editor, Anthony Alandt is our assistant digital editor and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

After losing 12 players to the transfer portal, Syracuse women's basketball heads into the 2021-22 season with only three players from last year's team. In this episode of the Daily Orange Sportscast, our beat writers discuss what the new-look women's basketball team will look like throughout the season. Teisha Hyman returns to the court after two ACL tears, Jayla Thornton brings in shooting skills from Howard and Chrislyn Carr is one of the fastest players on the court. Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Abby Weiss is our digital editor, Adam McCaffery is our assistant digital editor, and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

Syracuse men's basketball enters this season with a new round of faces. After its Sweet 16 run, head coach Jim Boeheim saw the departures of players such as Kadary Richmond, Alan Griffin and Marek Doležaj. Then the new wave came in.In this episode of the Daily Orange Sportscast, our beat writers discuss what the new players will bring this year. Jimmy Boeheim is using his fifth year to reunite with his brother and father. Benny Williams' time at IMG Academy unlocked the potential on the court he needed to get to Syracuse. Cole Swider transferred from Villanova, a move likely to help his shooting skills.Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Abby Weiss is our digital editor, Anthony Alandt is our assistant digital editor, and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

Arguably one of the most successful teams on Syracuse University's campus this season, Syracuse field hockey has the best chance at making the NCAA Final Four since 2015, the year it won the tournament. The Orange beat their first four ACC opponents by a combined score of 17-4 and have lost three games, including the upset loss to Virginia on Oct. 22. Prior to the loss, Syracuse was riding a nine-game winning streak, its longest since it won the championship in 2015. On this episode of the Daily Orange Sportscast, field hockey beat writer Bryan Brush recaps the season and explains how the team has found success reminiscent of its 2015 run to the championship. Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Abby Weiss is our digital editor and RJ Frahm and Matt Wrigley are our associate producers.

At 17 years old, Curt Calov has positioned himself as the focal point of Syracuse's offense.In this episode of the Daily Orange Sportscast, men's soccer beat writer Alex Cirino discusses Calov's role on the team. Cirino also reviews the team's season as a whole, and talks about the ups and downs Ian McIntyre's squad has faced.Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer and Abby Weiss is our digital editor.

Ranking second nationally in rushing yards and second in all-purpose yards per game, running back Sean Tucker has become the story of Syracuse football this season. But his main goal is to run on the Syracuse track team. In this episode of the Daily Orange Sportscast, Senior Staff Writer Roshan Fernandez discusses Tucker's high school track career, which many credit to molding the running back who has the third most yards for a Syracuse freshman in program history. Fernandez also discusses the mental challenges of doing track that have helped him on the football field, how he became a running back, and the qualities that make him stand out at Syracuse. Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer and Abby Weiss is our digital editor.

Just in time for Syracuse's home opener, the Carrier Dome returned to full capacity after a quiet year and a half. In this episode of The Daily Orange's sportscast, we discuss what the return of crowds inside the stadium last Saturday means fo the Syracuse football community.Through interviews with seasoned tailgaters and former president of Otto's Army Jonathan Danilich, The D.O. dissects what the last 650 days have been like for dedicated fans and Otto's Army's plans for this year.Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer and Abby Weiss is our digital editor.

Syracuse women's soccer, a product of Title IX, played its first matchup 25 years ago against the University of Buffalo, a year and a half after then-coach April Kater started building the roster from scratch. The team finished with a 10-6-1 record overall in the 1996 season.In this episode of the Daily Orange Sportscast, Senior Staff Writer Chris Scarglato discusses how the team's inaugural season came together, where the players are now and the legacy the first team members left behind.Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Adam Wolff is our music producer, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer and Abby Weiss is our digital editor.

Syracuse football is coming off its first one-win season since 2005. It enters the 2021 season with a battle at quarterback between two former four-star recruits and a reshaped offensive line. In this episode of The Daily Orange Sportscast, Asst. Sports Editors Connor Smith and Anish Vasudevan, and Senior Staff Writer Roshan Fernandez discuss the Orange's progress at training camp, key players and season predictions. Our host is Arabdho Majumder, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Nick Luttrell is our podcast producer, Adam Wolff as music producer, Abby Weiss is our digital editor and Anthony Alandt is our asst. sports digital editor.

More than 100 SU athletes marched across campus to promote Black Athletes Lives Matter. On this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, we get a behind the scenes look at how the march came to be. Our host is Thomas Shults, Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

After 405 days without the general public at a Syracuse men’s lacrosse game, fans returned to the Carrier Dome. In this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, we talk with sports editor Roshan Fernandez and hear fans share their experiences from their first time back in the Dome. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

Despite missing an entire season battling with breast cancer, Tiana Mangakahia finished her Syracuse career as the program’s all-time leader in assists. In this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, we exclusively talk with Mangakahia about her historic career at SU and what lies ahead in the WNBA. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Nick Luttrell is a contributing producer, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

Central New York high schools returned to the football field after canceling its fall seasons in 2020 due to COVID-19. In this episode of the D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, we talk with Fayetteville-Manlius High School football head coach Dan Sullivan about the struggles of fielding a full team. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

Syracuse University has 21 jerseys hanging in the rafters of the Carrier Dome, but none are from female athletes. This episode of the D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, examines Syracuse Athletics plans to retire a woman’s jersey.Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Adam Garrity is a contributing producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, asks the simple question: How far will Syracuse men’s basketball go in its improbable NCAA Tournament? Beat writers Andrew Crane, Anthony Dabbundo and Danny Emerman discuss Buddy Boeheim’s hot streak and how SU could forge a path to the Final Four as a No. 11-seed. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Adam Garrity is a contributing producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, discusses Morgan Alexander’s recovery from four knee injuries and the expectations for her final season with SU’s women’s lacrosse team. Former women’s lacrosse beat writer Eric Black and current beat writer Gaurav Shetty talk about Alexander’s career and her contributions to the community of athletes who have suffered ACL injuries. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Nick Luttrell is our contributing producer, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, predicts No. 11 Syracuse’s chances in its first round game against No. 6 San Diego State. Beat writers Anthony Dabbundo, Danny Emerman and Andrew Crane discuss the key matchups to watch out for as well as the scenarios which the Orange could have been in.Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Nick Luttrell is our contributing producer, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, analyzes Syracuse women’s basketball’s NCAA tournament expectations. Sports Editor Roshan Fernandez joins Shults on their road trip back from the ACC Tournament to talk about what lies ahead.Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Nick Luttrell is our contributing producer, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, explores the life of Abbe Seldin, who was the first female tennis player at Syracuse University to receive a scholarship in the sport. Tennis beat writer Bryan Brush speaks about Seldin’s experiences facing gender discrimination before arriving at SU, when she fought Title IX alongside Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Nick Luttrell is our contributing producer, Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, analyzes Syracuse men’s basketball’s chances of making the NCAA Tournament. Brian Bennett, who covers college basketball and bracketology for The Athletic, breaks down how Syracuse can earn a spot in March Madness in its season’s final games. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, previews the upcoming lacrosse season days before our annual lacrosse guide. Beat writers from both of our women’s and men’s lacrosse beats join the podcast to discuss the stories behind several key players on each squad. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor and Adam Wolff is our music producer. This episode is sponsored by Halal Shack, located in the Shine Student Center.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, reveals the first impressions Jim Boeheim had on some of Syracuse men’s basketball’s most influential players. Beat writers Andrew Crane and Danny Emerman join the podcast to share some of the most noteworthy stories from the 17 players they with. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor and Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, breaks down the women’s basketball program’s pause due to a positive COVID-19 test. Beat writer Roshan Fernandez joins the podcast to discuss what to expect from conference games, the play from Tiana Mangakahia and Kiara Lewis and the introduction of Kamilla Cardoso to the team. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor, and Anish Vasudevan is our assistant digital sports editor.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by Thomas Shults, breaks down the second pause for the Syracuse men’s basketball program due to a COVID-19 exposure. Beat writers Andrew Crane, Anthony Dabbundo and Danny Emerman discuss the emergence of Kadary Richmond as a new weapon, how the team has met preseason expectations and what to expect in conference play. Our host and editorial director is Thomas Shults. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports editor.

We introduce part two of our Five for Five series, hosted by KJ Edelman, with the most detailed account of Syracuse men’s cross country’s 2015 NCAA title to date. In part two, we detail the events of November 21, 2015: The day the Orange won the national title, and how a walk-on runner hoisted the Orange the glory. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital editor. Our producers for this episode were Abby Fritz and Elizabeth Kauma.

We introduce our Five for Five series, hosted by KJ Edelman, with the most detailed account of Syracuse men’s cross country’s 2015 NCAA title to date. In part one, we reveal everything you need to know about the team’s five stars and the man who brought them all together, head coach Chris Fox. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Moriah Humiston is our podcast editor and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital editor. Our producers for this episode were Abby Fritz and Elizabeth Kauma.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, previews Syracuse's men’s and women’s basketball seasons and The Daily Orange’s 2020 Basketball Guide. We talk about Dior Johnson decommitting, Alan Griffin’s potential impact after transferring from Illinois, Tiana Mangakahia’s comeback season and the highest-ranked recruiting class in the women’s program history. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Nick Luttrell was a contributing producer on this episode.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, chronicles Section III high school football's 7-on-7 league. We detail how the sport could continue after central New York school districts forced the league to cease play due to a rise in COVID-19 cases within the community. And our writers dive into the lives of star high school athletes to see how they're keeping in shape during the pandemic. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Adam Garrity was a producer on this episode.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, looks into the evolution of quarterback Rex Culpepper and his football IQ. We speak with his high school quarterback coach, Robert Weiner, about how Culpepper developed to become SU's starting quarterback. Who comes next if Culpepper gets hurt? We dive into life on the scout team with former scout team quarterback Zack Mahoney. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Nick Luttrell was a contributing producer on this episode.

This episode features limited explicit language. This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, dives into John Desko's 45 seasons with Syracuse as a player and a coach. Desko, who coached Syracuse to 11 national titles in 22 seasons, has been selected for the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame's Class of 2020. Sports Editor Andrew Crane speaks with men's lacrosse alumni about the seasoned coach. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Our producer for this episode was Katherine Itoh.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast explores the stories of LGBTQ athletes in the NCAA and the lack of inclusion guidelines on the playing field. Allie Kaylor speaks with a gender studies expert about hypermasculinity in college athletics and how the NCAA could become more inclusive to all athletes. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Our producers for this episode were Jacy Cola and Kiley Herlihy.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, breaks down Syracuse football's 3-3-5 defense. Senior staff writer Danny Emerman predicts the 3-3-5 may be Syracuse's new secret weapon. We learn how Dino Babers was introduced to the defensive method and how he decided to implement it, and peek into this week's press conferences about the 3-3-5's success. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Our producer for this episode was Jacy Cola.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, peeks into Syracuse's home opener in the newly renovated Dome, chats with Syracuse coaches and players about playing without fans and dives into men's soccer and field hockey cancellations due to positive COVID-19 tests. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Our producer for this episode was Kiley Herlihy.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, takes listeners through the Carrier Dome's 40-year history. Hear from Greg Luckenbaugh about covering the first game in the Carrier Dome and Pete Sala about the most recent Dome renovations that are expected to be completed this weekend. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Our producers for this episode were Jacy Cola and Abby Fritz.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, peeks into Syracuse tailgates during COVID-19. Dedicated tailgaters Gary Anastasio, Kurt Pomerenke and Mark Bradwick explain how their tailgates have changed due to COVID-19 social distancing protocol. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital editor. The reporters featured in this episode are Skyler Rivera, Adam Hillman, and Anthony Dabbundo.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast, hosted by KJ Edelman, dives deep into the effect of COVID-19 on the Syracuse community and examines key players, Andre Cisco and Aaron Hackett, on Syracuse football's 2020 season roster. Our beat writers preview the upcoming season and analyze Dino Babers' impact as he enters his fifth season with the Orange. Listen in for a sneak peek at this year's 2020 football guide. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Our producers for this episode were Adam Garrity and Jacy Cola.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast is hosted by KJ Edelman. It features Chicago White Sox play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti, describes calling Lucas Giolito's no-hitter in an empty stadium, The Vegas Golden Knights broadcaster, Dan D'Uva, describes going live from an abandoned NHL Draft war room, and current SU students, Will Scott and Cooper Boardman, talk about their experiences as student broadcasters. Our host and editorial director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our executive producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our podcast editor, and Skyler Rivera is our assistant sports digital Editor. Our producer for this episode was Jacy Cola. Game audio is from ESPN.

This episode of The D.O. Sportscast hosted by KJ Edelman features USA Today’s NBA beat reporter, Mark Medina, detailing his life in the NBA bubble. The Athletic’s Syracuse beat reporter, Matthew Gutierrez, describes a safe and efficient way SU could juggle training and COVID-19. The Daily Orange’s new sports editor, Andrew Crane, breaks down the future of fall sports in Syracuse. Our Host and Editorial Director is KJ Edelman. Luca Serio is our Executive Producer, Elizabeth Kauma is our Podcast Editor, and Skyler Rivera is our Assistant Sports Digital Editor. Game Audio and Doc Rivers interview audio is from ESPN, and the audio of Governor Cuomo is from ABC.

On this week's edition of The D.O Sportscast, our writers talk about the impact that coronavirus has made on Syracuse Athletics over the past few weeks. They discuss the NCAA's decision to grant eligibility back to spring athletes, the Carrier Dome construction, and more.

On this week's edition of The D.O. Sportscast, the men's basketball beat writers discuss Elijah Hughes being named to All-ACC first team. Later in the show, they recap the regular season and preview this week's upcoming ACC tournament.

On this week’s edition of The D.O. Sportscast, the men's lacrosse beat writers discuss the latest Inside Lacrosse rankings that have the Orange at No. 1. Later in the show, the women's lacrosse beat writers talk about Syracuse's win over the defending champion Maryland and SU's upcoming six-game road stretch.

Our men's and women's beat writers discuss the start of the season, including predictions, MVP's, X-factors, takeaways, and more.

The Orange started out their season in the AP Top 25, but finished unranked and with just two wins in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Our women's basketball beat writers, Danny Emerman, Andrew Crane and David Schneidman, join host Josh Schafer this week to discuss the best-case scenario for the Orange this season, what needs to go well for Syracuse to win, a player to watch and more.

Josh Schafer, Nick Alvarez and Michael McCleary discuss the best-case scenario for Syracuse this season, preview the Orange's game against reigning champions Virginia and talk about potential rotations.

On this week's podcast, former Syracuse safety and linebacker Kielan Whitner discusses his time at Syracuse, NFL tryouts and more with host Josh Schafer.