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Syracuse takes down Clemson behind career day from Sophie Burrows
Syracuse women's basketball monster performance on the glass propelled them to a 68-64 victory against the Clemson Tigers. Sophie Burrows posted a career game on Pink Day for the Orange in contribution to Sunday's win. With the win, Syracuse improved to 21-5 (11-4) on the season. Next up is a tough road test at NC State on Sunday, February 22nd. It was the annual Pink Day, Play4Kay game at JMA Wireless Dome, where fans come in support for breast cancer awareness to raise funds and awareness.
Syracuse's second half collapse leads to loss to Virginia Tech
The Syracuse Orange dropped another conference game Wednesday against the Virginia Tech Hokies, 76-74. The loss marked Syracuse's second straight defeat to an ACC opponent and the ninth time this season the Orange lost the second half. Syracuse went into the half up by seven points. They shot 43% from the field and 58% from the three point line. In the second half, the Orange shot 41% from the field and 27% from the three.
The Orange fights on to overtime victory over Auburn in ACC/SEC Challenge
The Syracuse women's basketball team pulled out an overtime thriller against the Auburn Tigers. Despite a slow start, the Orange showed resilience after the first quarter and earned a 66-60 victory in the ACC/SEC Challenge. The stars of the night for Syracuse were guard, Dominique Darius, and forward, Uche Izoje. Darius finished with a game-high 20 points, and Izoje posted 16 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks.
Syracuse basketball begins season with exhibition opener at Buffalo
Excitement and buzz surround the Syracuse Orange basketball team this season as the program debuts a new roster after last year. Syracuse is coming off a 14-19 record, its worst winning percentage since the 1962-63 season. The Orange were riddled with injuries last season. Leading scorer, JJ Starling, missed seven games with a broken bone in his left wrist, and second-leading scorer, Donnie Freeman, missed 14 games with a fractured foot.
Syracuse focused on cleaning up its mistakes headed into ACC opener at Clemson
Syracuse football looks forward to a big weekend as the team heads to Death Valley to face the Clemson Tigers. Following the team's win against Colgate at home, this game carries higher stakes and stronger competition. Syracuse is 2-10 all-time against Clemson and is on a six-game losing streak. The Orange has also never beaten Clemson on the road. Their last win came in 2017, when Syracuse won 27-24.
Syracuse football hopes to prove itself against Tennessee
Syracuse football hits the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta this Saturday to face Tennessee. The team looks to prove the hype from last season was deserved and to showcase a roster that learned from the success of last year's team. The players are eager to face an opponent other than their teammates. The work the team has put in this offseason and preseason gives them confidence heading into Saturday's game. Syracuse lost several key players last season.
Gary Bryant III ready for year one at Syracuse
Syracuse football is preparing for the upcoming season with new faces on the team's roster. South Dakota Linebacker transfer, Gary Bryant III, is looking to fill the shoes left behind by the players before him. Bryant is from Baltimore, Maryland, where he attended Our Lady of Good Counsel High School. In the DMV area (D.C, Maryland and Virginia) Good Counsel is considered as one of the best football schools.
Morehouse Head Coach and Assistant Coach Depart From Morehouse
Morehouse Head Coach and Assistant Coach Depart From Morehouse By: Rece Allen, Sports Editor Athletic director Harold Ellis and Morehouse College President Dr. David Thomas announced that head coach Douglas Whittler and assistant coach/recruiting coordinator Terrell Polk will depart from their roles with Morehouse effective immediately. They announced this message to the student body via email on April 10 at 1:07 pm.
Maroon Tigers Take Over Panthers' Home Court in Rivalry Game Victory
Maroon Tigers Take Over Panthers’ Home Court in Rivalry Game Victory Photo by: Jordan Phillips, Student Photographer/Videographer By: Rece Allen, Sports Editor The Morehouse Maroon Tigers capture a big win against the Clark Atlanta Panthers in a classic rivalry game in Epps Gymnasium. The Maroon Tigers early success in the first half allowed the team to maintain the lead for the entire game and outlast the Panthers second-half comeback.
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By: Rece Allen, Sports Editor The Boston Celtics electric first half leads them to a victory over the Chicago Bulls 122-100. Kristaps Porzingis’s explosive first half led to the Celtics to avenge the heartbreaking loss to the Houston Rockets last game in TD Garden. Porzingis got off to a hot start by scoring 26 of his 34 points in the first half of the game. He hit a total of eight three-pointers in the game.
Wildcats Spoils Maroon Tigers Second Half Rally
Wildcats Spoils Maroon Tigers Second Half Rally Photo by: Carson Ming, Photo & Visual Editor By: Rece Allen, Sports Editor A second half rally by the Morehouse Maroon Tigers was spoiled, as the team lost in a nail biter game to the Fort Valley State Wildcats 58-57. The Maroon Tigers struggles from shooting, rebounding and pace led to today’s loss. The Maroon Tigers went on a 21-7 run in the second half to get the team’s first lead of the game, 54-48 with eight minutes left.
Maroon Tigers Lose in Nail-Biter
Maroon Tigers Lose in Nail-Biter By: Rece Allen, Sports Editor The Morehouse Maroon Tigers fall short to the Clayton State Lakers 79-76 in an intense offensive battle. Not being able to make free throws and turning the ball over down the stretch lead to the game slipping away from the Maroon Tigers. Down to the last seconds of the game, Cedric Taylor III gets an open shot from the three to go to overtime but was not able to make it.
New Season, New Faces: Maroon Tigers Ready To Build From Last Season
New Season, New Faces: Maroon Tigers Ready To Build From Last Season By: Rece Allen, Sports Editor Basketball season is finally here and the Maroon Tigers look to improve from last season’s 20-10 record and loss in the SIAC Championship semifinal to Miles College. The team has a new identity, bringing in nine new players and six returning players, but looks to still apply the same core values of leadership and defense to this unit to be more successful.
Maroon Tigers Offense Struggles in Season Opening Loss
Maroon Tigers Offense Struggles in Season Opening Loss Photo by Carson Ming, Photo and Video Editor By Rece Allen, Sports Editor The Morehouse Maroon Tigers lose 28-11 in Head Coach Terrance Mathis debut against the Edward Waters Tigers at B.T Harvey Stadium. Although the Maroon Tigers offensive struggles led to the team’s defeat, the team’s defense showed heart and great potential.
Back to Back Losses in the Battle of the AUC
Back to Back Losses in the Battle of the AUC Image via Kollin Washington By: Rece Allen, Sports Producer The Clark Atlanta Panthers escaped Forbes Arena with a win against the Morehouse Maroon Tigers that came down to a last second shot, in classic rivalry fashion. The Maroon Tigers led early in the second and had momentum from the home crowd, but were unable to close out the game with a win. With under one minute left, the Maroon Tigers were down by five and needed to find a way to win.
Defense Propels the Maroon Tigers to 14th win of the Season
Defense Propels the Maroon Tigers to 14th win of the Season Mainarea, sidearea, Sports By: Rece Allen, Sports Producer On Wednesday, the Morehouse Maroon Tigers won in Forbes Arena against the Albany State Golden Rams 81-63. The Maroon Tigers defensive presence and electrifying plays led to their dominant win. The team looked to their bench tonight to provide a spark from their stagnant start. Demetrius Calip II (DC) was the leading scorer off the bench, finishing with a team-high 19 points.
Morehouse vs. Clark: A Classic HBCU Rivalry
Morehouse vs. Clark: A Classic HBCU Rivalry Mainarea, sidearea, Sports By: Rece Allen, Sports Producer The Clark Atlanta Panthers and Morehouse Maroon Tigers, two schools in a fierce rivalry, went head to head in Saturday’s basketball game in Epps Gymnasium. The Panthers’ defensive presence and the Maroon Tiger’s inability to convert on their open looks led to the team losing 70-62. The game exemplified a true rivalry from start to finish, with high intensity from the game and the crowd.
From Childhood Friends to College Roommates
From Childhood Friends to College Roommates Mainarea, sidearea, Sports By: Rece Allen, Sports Producer Cedric Taylor III and Amir Banks, two childhood friends who carried on their family legacies at Morehouse, are now roommates and teammates on the Morehouse Maroon Tigers basketball team. The relationship between their fathers, who are Morehouse Men, sparked their friendship and has continued as they start their college journey.
Shaw University's Dominant Second Half Leads to Win Over Lemoyne Owen College
Shaw University’s Dominant Second Half Leads to Win Over Lemoyne Owen College Mainarea, sidearea, Sports Photo via: @__kollin By: Rece Allen, Sports Producer On the second day of the HBCU All-Stars Challenge in Forbes Arena, the Shaw University Bears won over the LeMoyne-Owen College Magicians. The Bears’ dominant second half was the catalyst to the team’s victory, along with a highlight reel dunk to boost the team’s momentum.
The Maroon Tigers Lose Their Season Opener in Heartbreaking Fashion
The Maroon Tigers Lose Their Season Opener in Heartbreaking Fashion Mainarea, sidearea, Sports Photo via @morehousebasketball By: Rece Allen, Associate Sports Producer The Morehouse Maroon Tigers lost their season opener, at home, in overtime to the Palm Beach University Sailfish. A combination of shooting struggles, lack of focus, and a late whistle led to the Sailfish forcing the game to overtime. With under five seconds left in the game, the Maroon Tigers were up 72-70.
A Morehouse Legend Returns Home
A Morehouse Legend Returns Home Mainarea, sidearea, Sports By: Rece Allen, Associate Sports Producer Morehouse Alumnus and retired NFL player, Alex Percival, attended the Morehouse Maroon Tigers first home football game on Oct. 14 against Miles College. Percival came back to his alma mater as a representative of Morehouse for the Morehouse College National Alumni Association (MCNAA) and their community outreach program, The First Five Hundred.
Morehouse Basketball Ready to Tip Off
Morehouse Basketball Ready to Tip Off Mainarea, sidearea, Sports Photo via @morehousebasketball By: Rece Allen, Associate Sports Producer and Daniel Smith Staff Writer The Maroon Tigers basketball season is right around the corner. Coming off the heels of a heartbreaking end in the SIAC conference championship, new faces on the team look to contribute to a fresh start.
Morehouse and YMCA to bring 500 kids to first home game
The First Five Hundred initiative was started to give kids a chance to experience Morehouse and HBCU cultures. Morehouse has built relationships with schools and community centers in Atlanta to make this opportunity happen. MCNAA has a continuous partnership with the YMCAs in the Atlanta area, said 1988 Morehouse alum Michael Levesque, executive director of MCNAA. The 500 students coming to the game are from YMCAs, local organizations, sports teams and other groups.
Morehouse and YMCA to Bring 500 Kids to First Home Game
Morehouse and YMCA to Bring 500 Kids to First Home Game Image via Kollin Washington By: Rece Allen, Associate Sports Producer The Morehouse College National Alumni Association (MCNAA) is set to hold a community outreach event called The First Five Hundred for the home-opener this weekend . Over 500 students from Atlanta middle and high schools will visit Morehouse as the Maroon Tigers face Miles College at B.T Harvey Stadium on Senior Day for the first home game of the season on Oct. 14.
Braves Hit Parade Leads to Victory Over Mets
Braves Hit Parade Leads to Victory Over Mets Image via Atlanta Braves By: Rece Allen, Sports Producer The Atlanta Braves 12 hit night and stellar pitching from Charlie Morton helped them dominate in their win against the New York Mets 7-0. Marcell Ozuna’s big game was the focal point of the Braves scoring in tonight’s game and displayed why the Braves are favored to win the World Series.
Jazz Expectations Met: Homecourt Advantage Is Real
By Rece Allen SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Jazz continue to surprise NBA fans as they surpass the expectations they were given at the beginning of the season with the help of their young core. Three of the young players showed off their skills in the Skills Challenge, winning it Saturday in front of their fans in Salt Lake City.
Alvarado’s Flare and Talent Turn Him Into a Rising NBA Star
Photo By, Christopher Doomes By Rece Allen, Staff Writer From Jose Alvarado’s days at Georgia Tech, an overlooked player, to being a part of All-Star Weekend makes his journey to stardom seem surreal in his own eyes. He was MVP in the Rising Stars games and was able to show progress in his level of play in the NBA. Jose Alvarado was an undrafted rookie and was picked up by the New Orleans Pelicans in last year’s NBA season.
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