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Tommy Sladek, Ashley Wenskoski and Samantha Croston have the deets on all the hard commits for the Class of 2024 and transfers heading to the 315. Note: We filmed this Monday afternoon so naturally the Devin Grant news came in right after we finished filming. Like, comment and subscribe! We're your spot for all things Orange. Players we touch on include: -Kyle McCord -Zeed Haynes -James Heard -Fatim Diggs -Jamie Tremble -Jaylan Hornsby -Jackson Meeks -Emanuel Ross -Yasin Willis See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're just weeks away from a new year and with that comes the grueling stretch that is ACC conference play. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Lawrence "Poetry in Moten" break down what they've seen from both the men's and women's program so far and forecast their final chances at a tune up as they continue their journeys toward NCAA tournament berths. Intro (00:00-01:18) State of Syracuse Men's Basketball (01:18-12:09) Behind the Numbers (12:09-21:16) Moten's State of Mind (21:16-26:00) State of Syracuse Women's Basketball (26:00-34:52) Producer Brendon's Trivia (34:52-41:06) Final Thoughts (41:06-41:38) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lost in the excitement of bowl season and a new head football coach has been the early-season stories of the 2023-2024 Syracuse Orange basketball season. On this episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston hit the hardwood, recapping early successes from the SU women and hope for the future from the men. Intro (00:00-01:20) Syracuse Women's Basketball (01:20-05:29) Syracuse Men's Basketball (05:29-12:44) Producer Brendon's Trivia (12:44-14:59) Final Thoughts (14:59) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As one chapter ends another begins and Syracuse football fans are seeing it happen with their very eyes. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and James Mungro share their first impressions of new head coach Fran Brown and discuss the moves he's already made. Plus they look ahead for the first time as the final game of this football season, the Boca Raton Bowl! Intro (00:00-01:17) First Impressions of Fran Brown (01:17-23:27) Way-Too-Early Boca Raton Bowl Preview (23:37-26:52) Producer Brendon's Trivia (26:52-34:09) CNY Shout Outs (34:09-36:07) A Serious Announcement (36:07-43:36) Final Thoughts (43:36) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of "The Orange Zone," Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston, and James Mungro discuss the hiring of Fran Brown as Syracuse Football's next head coach. Intro (00:27-02:49) SU Hires Fran Brown (02:49-23:44) Bowl Season (23:44-28:32) Trivia (28:32-32:13) Final Thoughts (32:13-32:42) Listen to "The Orange Zone Podcast" Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NkZCYL8YU52I9UmXdVdDq Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-orange-zone/id1646679134 iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/103492990/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2bfed93a-c3fc-4ef6-acce-a388da724f45/the-orange-zone Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYXJ0MTkuY29tL3RoZS1vcmFuZ2Utem9uZQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1032390 _______________ Stay up to date with our social media: The Orange Zone Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorangezonepod/ The Orange Zone Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theorangezonepod Have a question or comment? Email us at [email protected]! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After eight years at the helm of Syracuse football Dino Babers has been dismissed. On this emergency episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski and James Mungro break down the message from Syracuse Athletics as they turn the page on the latest chapter of Orange football and look ahead to who might take the wheel in 2024. Intro: (00:00-00:50) Dino Babers fired, Syracuse Athletics message (00:51-18:44) The next head coach and improving the product that is SU football (18:45-40:41) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Syracuse football went real old school to get their first ACC win of 2023 but can a newfound playstyle hold up without the element of surprise? On this episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and James Mungro discuss how the Orange could find their way into the pool of bowl eligible programs this weekend at Georgia Tech. Intro (00:00-01:30) State of the Orange (01:30-18:10) SU @ Georgia Tech Preview (18:10-24:26) Game Picks (24:26-29:14) Producer Brendon's Trivia (29:14-31:33) The C-NS Situation (31:33-37:38) Final Thoughts (37:38) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The new college basketball season is still young but both Syracuse basketball programs are wasting no time in showing fans what they're capable of. On this episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston discuss the opening act of the season and look ahead to the first true tests both teams will face. Intro (00:00-01:45) State of Syracuse Men's Basketball (01:45-13:40) State of Syracuse Women's Basketball (13:40-17:26) Producer Brendon's Trivia (17:26-23:18) Final Thoughts (23:18) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Syracuse football's 2023 season is officially in a tailspin and now the hopes of salvaging some sort of positive result is waning. Can the Orange finally end their losing streak when they head to Yankee Stadium to take on Pitt? That's the topic of discussion on the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast". Intro (00:00-03:05) State of the Orange (03:05-15:10) Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Preview (15:10-21:15) Game Picks (21:15-27:41) Producer Brendon's Trivia (27:41-32:30) Final Thoughts (32:30-33:59) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time to hit the hardwood in Central New York! On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston recap the first win in a new chapter of Syracuse men's basketball and outline their expectations for the women's program in 2023-2024. Intro (00:00-01:08) Syracuse MBB def. New Hampshire (01:08-08:49) Benny Williams (08:49-11:10) Syracuse WBB Expectations (11:10-16:20) Producer Brendon's Trivia (16:20-21:40) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and former SU running back James Mungro discuss the big question on every SU fan's mind. What is Dino Babers future with Syracuse football? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Syracuse football is through their bye and ready to get back to the gridiron. Luckily for them they won't have to wait long before going up against the Virginia Tech Hokies. On this week's episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and James Mungro discuss the Orange's next road test. Intro (00:00-00:58) Syracuse @ Virginia Tech Preview (00:59-26:34) Interview w/ Bill Roth, the 'Voice of the Hokies' (12:19-26:34) Game Picks (26:34-34:24) Producer Brendon's Trivia (34:24-38:18) Around Syracuse University Athletics (38:18-40:28) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Syracuse football's roller coaster of a season has come to a temporary halt with the Orange coming to their Week 8 bye. On this week's episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and James Mungro discuss what the Cuse has to improve on heading into the back half of the season. Plus there's some early anticipation in the air for the upcoming basketball season. Intro (00:00-01:39) Syracuse @ Florida State Recap, State of the Orange (01:40-21:29) Stock Up, Stock Down (21:30-40:18) Producer Brendon's Trivia (40:19-44:12) Building up to Basketball Season (44:13-49:33) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After back-to-back losses Syracuse football continues to make their way through a tough start to the conference schedule. It doesn't get any easier this week with a trip to Tallahassee and date with the #4 Florida State Seminoles on tap and "The Orange Zone Podcast" team has their fair share of concerns about what's yet to come for the Cuse. Intro (00:00-02:58) UNC Recap/The State of the Orange (02:59-13:30) Syracuse @ #4 Florida State Preview (13:31-40:42) Interview w/ the 'Voice of the Seminoles' Jeff Culhane (27:29-40:42) Game Picks (40:43-46:08) Trivia (46:09-49:41) Final Thoughts (49:42-50:53) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a loss to Clemson in their ACC opener, Syracuse football is hoping to get back to their winning ways on the road. It won't be easy though as their next test comes in the form of the #14 North Carolina Tar Heels. Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss this weekend's game and whether or not the Cuse can bounce back. Intro (00:00-01:53) Clemson @ Syracuse Recap (01:53-06:48) Dan Villari's Breakout Game (06:48-10:10) Syracuse @ #14 UNC Preview (10:10-39:45) Interview w/ 'Voice of the Tar Heels' Jones Angell (24:03-38:26) Game Picks (39:45-46:45) Trivia (46:45-49:12) Final Thoughts (49:12-51:25) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and James Mungro look ahead to the start of Syracuse football's conference schedule as they welcome Clemson to the JMA Wireless Dome. Intro (00:00-03:40) SU vs. Army Recap (03:5 0-08:52) State of the ACC (08:52-18:20) SU vs. Clemson Preview (18:20-48:25) Interview with "Voice of the Clemson Tigers" Don Munson (26:23-37:23) Interview with Amanda Poole of WACH FOX 57 (37:45-46:05) Game Picks (51::34-1:00:19) Trivia (1:00:20-1:06:10) Final Thoughts (1:06:10-1:08:15) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"The Orange Zone Podcast" team recaps SU football's big win on the road at Purdue and look ahead to the Orange's final non-conference tilt against the Black Knights from Army West Point. Introduction & Purdue Recap, 00:00-09:25 SU vs. Army Preview, 09:25-29:30 Interview w/ Rich DeMarco (Voice of the Army Black Knights), 11:20-22:45 Game Picks, 29:30-34:02 Producer Brendon's Trivia, 34:02-38:18 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:20-4:20 Injury reports, Western Michigan recap 9:10-16:26 Tim Newton Interview, Voice of the Boilermakers 16:27-27:29 Syracuse at Purdue Preview 27:30-29:55 Game Predictions 30:10-33:30 Trivia 33:30- Jets/Bills Talk See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tommy Sladek sits down with Western Michigan head coach Lance Taylor to preview the Broncos and find out how Taylor is preparing for the Orange. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Call a week one win what you want, but Syracuse football has a great taste in its mouth heading into the second week of the 2023 season. On the latest episode of “The Orange Zone Podcast,” sponsored by Billy Whittaker Cars & Trux, Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski and James Mungro look ahead to Week Two. The Orange remain at home, this time going from an FCS opponent in Colgate to a Group of Five foe in the Western Michigan Broncos (02:21-24:33). The team discusses what they're watching for in a still young head-to-head matchup complete with an interview of Kalamazoo-based sports anchor Nate Brown (12:16-24:35). But what does SU have to work on ahead of Week Two? Despite a dominant win our crew's keeping it real with several spots they'd like to see improvement (24:35-35:26). Of course no episode would be complete without Producer Brendon's weekly trivia, and he's added a new twist four our four-person team (35:26-41:50) plus the group details some major changes coming to the ACC in 2024 (41:50-46:15). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you ready for the lights to go down, for a hush to come over the JMA Wireless Dome, for the boys clad in orange and blue to take the field for the new football season? We are. On the Season 2 premiere of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and new addition Ashley Wenskoski discuss the Orange's season opener against in-state foe Colgate. The team breaks down what is historically one of SU's longest rivals complete with an interview of the Raiders head man Stan Dakosty before setting their benchmarks for the 2023 Orange football season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The season's so close you can almost taste it and we're on the edge of our seats waiting for it to finally arrive. On this week's episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston wrap up Syracuse football training camp with a final set of observations and their expectations for the upcoming season (02:40-16:36). Meanwhile former Orange are coming down the home stretch of their first NFL training camps, and we're keeping close track of their progress as they look to make a name for themselves at the next level (16:36-20:40). One rookie is in line to start Week one, and that's also the inspiration for Producer Brendon's trivia (20:41-23:34). And we'd be remiss if we didn't mention the big moment for SU men's soccer. A pair of banners will be hoisted this week as they celebrate the program's first national championship (23:35-25:08). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the dog days of summer, which means up on the SU Hill, the dog days of training camp are growing fewer and fewer and number. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston update the scene around Orange camp. LeQuint Allen makes his return to the practice field for the Cuse offense (04:13-09:27) and defensively a new face has arrived to bolster the secondary (09:27-13:30). Meanwhile Producer Brendon is looking to bounce back after a rare defeat. His weekly trivia focuses on some of the many preseason awards SU players are being considered for (18:17-25:54). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

College athletics will never look or feel the same way again. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek welcomes back friend of the show and SU men's basketball's all-time leading scorer Lawrence "Poetry in Moten" to get his perspective on the latest shakeup that's left the Pac-12 reeling and sports fans everywhere asking, "what's next?" (01:06-19:22) On another note, it's been an eventful summer on the hardwood, especially for those who enjoy old-school names that once wore the Orange. Tommy and Poetry look back on this year's TBT and a recent game between alumni from long-time rivals Syracuse and Georgetown (19:22-25:21). Of course with Poetry back he's chomping at the bit to best Producer Brendon in his weekly trivia, and he's even brought his own question to turn the tables on the team and the listeners as well (25:52-29:22). The preseason is coming to a close and we're here for it. If you are too be sure to be on the lookout for new episodes of "The Orange Zone Podcast." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's just one month away! On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Brendon Hodges are feeling the energy ahead of the 2023 college football season and have plenty of questions about this season's Syracuse Orange football team. Who better to answer those questions than the head man himself? Tommy shares part of his one-on-one interview with Head Coach Dino Babers, covering everything from his eight years spent in Syracuse, to returning stars and his two new coordinators (01:55-10:40). The team then reacts to Coach Babers' comments and discusses the balance that any coach has to keep in order to retain a position in an ever-changing field of work (10:41-20:48). Having good players makes a coaches job easier, and two Orange standouts are up for consideration towards a major award. The team forecasts how two names at the front of SU's airborne attack are set up for success this coming season (20:49-22:39). And to close it all out Tommy and Sam look to upset the ever clever Producer Brendon and his latest trivia question (22:40-26:55). The excitement can hardly be contained as the football season approaches, and if you're on the edge of your seat be sure to keep an eye and ear out for more new episodes of "The Orange Zone Podcast." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Boeheim's Army is back in action and looking to make amends for a lackluster performance from last year. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston discuss the troops' first-round win over Team Gibson (01:57-06:28) and just how exciting 'The Basketball Tournament' is thanks in large part to the 'Elam Ending' (06:28-10:22). As the Orange of the past hit the hardwood the current crop of college stars are learning who they'll be matched up against during an early-season tournament (10:23-11:37). It's a tournament that's been kind to the Cuse and it's also the focus of Producer Brendon's latest trivia question (11:37-14:28). Plus the latest news from the recruiting trail as Adrian Autry and company look to fill out the rest of the 2023-2024 roster (14:29-15:35). The countdown to the 2023 athletics calendar continues and for up-to-date information on all things Orange, be sure to keep an eye and ear out for every new episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a two-week hiatus your go-to team for all things Syracuse Orange is back from vacation and better than ever! On the latest edition of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston review the resolution reached between Syracuse University and Orange football's next man up in the backfield, LeQuint Allen (03:46-07:30). On the hardwood a standout from SU's women's basketball team is taking her talents to the world stage. The team discusses how big of a deal it is that Dyaisha Fair is heading to Chile as a part of Team USA's U23 3x3 basketball team (9:00-11:35). Fair is also readying for her final year of college eligibility on The Hill and depending on the Orange's performance they could end up in one of three postseason tournaments, the newest of which hasn't quite found fans of the Orange Zone team(11:36-16:02). But basketball isn't just exclusive to winter, especially with "The Basketball Tournament" coming to Syracuse for the second summer in a row. The team previews Boeheim's Army's chances of making a run towards a potential second tournament title (16:03-20:07). Of course no episode would be complete with another edition of Producer Brendon's vaunted trivia which will have you and the crew's heads spinning (20:08-25:24). We're ready to kick the summer into high gear, and for coverage of all the summer has to offer, be sure to keep an eye and ear out for new episodes of "The Orange Zone Podcast". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A sophomore season in jeopardy for one of the rising stars in the Syracuse Orange football program. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston dive into the legal battle between Syracuse University and the young man projected to lead the Orange running game come the fall (00:29-13:27). On the flip side the football team has high hopes for future recruiting classes, and their efforts caused some buzz over the weekend with at least one of their new verbal commits (13:28-15:27). And of course we couldn't forget to give the GOAT their flowers. To close out the episode the team celebrates Otto the Orange's induction into the Mascot Hall of Fame (15:28-19:49) and give their best effort in Producer Brendon's similarly themed trivia (19:50-28:05). The sports coverage doesn't stop here as the summer continues, so be sure to keep an eye and ear out for every new episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

They may be called the dog days of summer, but what happens in the offseason can have major ramifications for a team or programs chances come the playing season. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston discuss the ripple effects that longtime West Virginia head men's basketball coach Bob Huggins resignation means for one of his key offseason additions in former Syracuse star Jesse Edwards (02:40-15:13). The team also tackles the latest edition of Producer Brendon's trivia as we rest the pecking order on the nation's winningest coaches (15:14-19:10). Speaking of tackling, it's time to take stock in what SU football lost, gained and got back ahead of the 2023 season, with the entire "Orange Zone" team projecting the starting lineup fans will see in September and the players that could have a breakout season (19:11-32:32). The fall season can't come soon enough and until it arrives "The Orange Zone Podcast" is your stop for all things Syracuse Orange athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When it comes to the summer months there's not a ton to talk about in the world of collegiate athletics. So, naturally it's a perfect time to look way ahead. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston dive into the 2022 Syracuse football schedule, breaking down everything from the slate of opponents, to the position of the bye week, and even potential upset picks going for and against the Orange (07:46-22:40). On top of all that the team also attempts to navigate Producer Brendon's schedule-inspired trivia (22:41-28:53) before sending shout-outs to a national championship winning team's day in the nation's capitol, and a sprinter who ended up taking home some hardware of his own (28:34-29:36). The summer's no time to sleep, so if you're looking for anything and everything Orange athletics, make sure you stay tuned for every new episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 2022-2023 collegiate athletics season is over...well at least it's as close to over as it can be. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston discuss the news that men's basketball standout Judah Mintz will return to the Orange for his sophomore season (04:45-09:13). They then take a look back on the year in Cuse athletics as a whole and do their best to rank some of the biggest moments Orange fans saw, heard and felt from the start of fall all the way to the doorstep of summer (09:14-30:52). Those aren't the only memories Tommy, Sam and Producer Brendon have up their sleeves though, as each has picked out a favorite moment of theirs from this first year of "The Orange Zone Podcast". They each share those moments (30:53-40:57) before turning to another edition of Producer Brendon's patented trivia with a track and field twist ahead of this week's National Championships (40:58-44:14). The offseason's ahead, and while Syracuse Orange sports are taking a break, rest assured you'll be seeing and hearing plenty from "The Orange Zone Podcast" team during the summer months as your stop for all things Orange. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Brendon Hodges recap Syracuse women's lacrosse team's loss to Boston College on this week's episode of The Orange Zone Podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a long season, Syracuse women's lacrosse is among the four teams left standing and is just two wins away from reaching the summit of collegiate women's lacrosse. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast", Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston have some big news to share and gratitude to dish out for anyone and everyone who's been a part of the show's journey so far, culminating in an honor on a regional scale (00:00-04:20). They then turn their attention to the final chapter of the women's lacrosse season by breaking down what they've seen throughout the NCAA Tournament so far (04:21-14:21) and looking ahead to the SU's rematch with an old conference foe in the Boston College Eagles (14:22-19:50). Producer's Brendon and Rachel follow up that discussion with a tag-team trivia question that puts Tommy and Samantha's knowledge to the test (19:51-24:25) before the entire team catches up with some old, but not forgotten, friends of the show (24:25-29:00). There's increased excitement surrounding "The Orange Zone Podcast" and whether you're a new or avid listener, we thank you for choosing us as your stop for all things Orange athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Orange Zone, Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Rachel Culver talk about Le Moyne's big move to Division I, and the NCAA rule that prohibits student-athletes from playing in NCAA tournaments for four years during the reclassifying period. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're coming down the home stretch of the Syracuse University athletics calendar and the final destination for names know well around Orange athletics are becoming clear. On this episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast," Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston discuss Syracuse women's lacrosse receiving the second overall seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament and why it may have been the best-case scenario. Meanwhile a familiar face is staying in the ACC and wearing a different sort of orange. The team examines former SU guard Joe Girard III's commitment to Clemson. We're your stop for all things Orange and will continue to be as we continue through the final act of the spring season so be sure to keep an eye and ear out for new episodes of "The Orange Zone Podcast". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of The Orange Zone with Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston, the team discusses which Syracuse players heard their name called during the NFL Draft (00:00-23:45), the upcoming selection show for the Syracuse Women's Lacrosse team (23:46-36:45), and the end of the season for Syracuse Men's Lacrosse (36:46-41:35). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tough tests and tough choices. Two things that can define an individual or a collective to aspire to something greater. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast", Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston break down Syracuse women's lacrosse's ACC quarterfinal win over Virginia Tech and what it says about the team's chances at standing above all others with an ACC tournament title. The team then turns their focus to a notable name narrowing down his choices in the transfer portal. Joe Girard III has reportedly trimmed his list down to two schools but which one fits his style of play the best? In the ever-changing landscape of collegiate sports we're bringing you the latest information on all things Orange, so be sure to keep an eye out for every new episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A pair of losses have both Syracuse lacrosse programs looking to bounce back, but for two very different reasons. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast", Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston discuss the SU women's first and only loss of the regular season and where it leaves them ahead of both the ACC Tournament and NCAA Tournament (02:29-11:19). Meanwhile the men may need to win their final game to have any chance of making it to the dance. The team discusses the keys to victory in their season finale on the road at Duke (11:20-16:41). The NFL Draft is just days away, and Sean Tucker finally got to show NFL teams what he's capable of. But will his Pro Day performance have any affect on where he goes in the draft, if he goes at all (16:42-25:47)? The latest projections for Tucker's teammates are also a topic of discussion along with the overall vibe the entire team is getting before the proceedings begin (25:48-33:05). The future is bright for so many Orange stars, but will it stay that way? Make sure you're on the lookout for more episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" as we trek towards the end of another year of Syracuse University athletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's about that time when hundreds of the world's best athletes fulfill a lifelong dream, and among them are some of the young men you watched play in the Syracuse Orange. It's NFL Draft talk on this episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" with Tommy Sladek welcoming Producer Brendon to the table to discuss where they think names like Sean Tucker, Matthew Bergeron, Garrett Williams and others will be headed as they start their professional football careers. Does the team agree with a bevy of expert's projections? You'll have to watch this episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" to find out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the ever changing world of sports rosters change minute-to-minute, day-to-day and year-to-year. Syracuse basketball fans saw that firsthand this week. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Producer Brendon discuss the Jesse Edwards committing to the West Virginia Mountaineers for his final college season (00:28-05:53) and the second addition made to the Orange backcourt via the transfer portal in former Auburn Tiger Chance Westry (05:54-10:45). In the lacrosse world the Syracuse men are getting hot at the right time and earned their first ACC win of the season over North Carolina this past weekend. The team discusses the growth they've seen over the past few weeks and the apparent work that still needs to be done for the Orange to earn a NCAA Tournament berth (10:45-20:32). Meanwhile after their own win against the Tar Heels the SU women are just one win away from completing a perfect regular season. Ahead of the regular-season finale against Boston College the team breaks down a matchup that, in recent history, hasn't always gone the Orange's way (20:32-27:12). The postseason is almost upon us and if you want the latest on all things Syracuse Orange, you won't want to miss a single episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Orange Zone, Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston discuss Jesse Edwards entering the transfer portal (00:00-9:06), the future of college basketball with NIL deals (9:07-27:23), and a preview of the Syracuse Lacrosse weekend slate (27:24-29:12). #JesseEdwards #transferportal #NIL #Syracuse #Syracusebasketball #Syracuselacrosse See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The weather's getting warmer and the buzz around Syracuse lacrosse is heating up along with it. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Producer Brendon cover a bit of breaking news in the world of NIL before focusing on the athletes themselves. Syracuse men's lacrosse is back in the Top 20 after their first ranked win of the season, but how much more work needs to be done to assure themselves of a spot in the NCAA Tournament. It's almost a forgone conclusion that Syracuse women's lacrosse will be in their tournament but will they past there final two regular season tests, UNC and Boston College, before they get there? Plus the team gives a shoutout to Syracuse softball who saw a rare feat accomplished on the diamond over the weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Syracuse women's lacrosse continues their undefeated run and for the alumni who came before it's a beautiful thing to witness. On the latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston take a trip back in time with their first ever guest from afar. A pioneer of the Orange women's lacrosse program, Trina Hable joins the show to discuss how far the program has come from it's inception in 1998 to now with the Orange looking like the best team in the nation by far. The team then discusses where things stand with just three games left in the regular season and goes in depth on a couple of under-the-radar players who have been performing consistently well as the run continues. The team also checks in on the men's lacrosse program as they hit the road for the final month of the season with an eye on earning a much needed win against a ranked foe. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Enter the spring season and "The Orange Zone Podcast" team putting it's full focus on what's left of the Syracuse lacrosse season. On this latest episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Brendon Hodges welcome in a new member of the team (00:00-01:40) before talking about the team that needs no introduction, the #1 team in the nation, Syracuse women's lacrosse (01:40-13:05). Among the talking points, the sheer amount of ways the Orange have to beat teams and the road ahead for the Orange after winning their 12th straight game against Cornell on Tuesday night (13:05-14:29). Women's lacrosse is also the topic of focus for Producer Brendon's trivia, featuring the debut of newest member of the newly dubbed "Trivia Villain Team" (14:30-25:55). We'd be remiss if we didn't mention Syracuse men's lacrosse's own three-game winning streak. Now they hit the final stretch of their season which will be almost entirely on the road and our team is asking what they'll have to do to make it into the postseason (25:55-31:43). And of course it wouldn't be an episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" without a left turn that's well worth your time. This week it comes in the form of an impromptu interview with one of CNY Central's photographers who shows more SU spirit than anyone we know and who's set to partake in a great cause (31:45-34:33). It's a jam packed episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" and there's so much more to come as the team's maiden voyage through the Syracuse athletics year continues. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Syracuse men's basketball coach Adrian Autry made his first big splash in recruiting this week, and it came via the transfer portal. On this week's episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" presented by Billy Whittaker Cars & Trux, Tommy Sladek and Samantha Croston discuss what the commitment of former Baldwinsville standout and Notre Dame guard JJ Starling means for the program's first year under Autry. Of course basketball season isn't over and done with yet with the women's team preparing for the first round of the WNIT, and that puts Felisha Legette-Jack in some rare air at SU. Elsewhere the Orange women's lacrosse team eyes a record-setting start, and the men's team continues to show promise even if the results aren't what they'd like. It's an all-encompassing episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" with plenty of more action to come when the calendar turns to spring. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and SU's all-time leading scorer Lawrence Moten discuss the breaking news of the century with Syracuse men's basketball. Jim Boeheim is stepping down. Adrian "Red" Autry is taking over. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's episode of The Orange Zone, Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston, and Lawrence Moten recap the season finale for Syracuse Men's Basketball (00:00-6:29), discuss SU's road ahead in the ACC Tournament (6:30-18:20), highlight the beauty of March Madness (18:21-21:18), explain what SU bench players will have to contribute (21:19--25:19) AND Lawrence Moten SMOKES producer Brendon in this week's trivia question (25:20). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A devastating loss to Georgia Tech has the whole of the Syracuse Orange fanbase asking questions about the way this topsy-turvy basketball season will end. On this week's episode of "The Orange Zone Podcast" presented by Billy Whittaker Cars & Trux, Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and SU's all-time leading scorer Lawrence Moten discuss the questions they have heading into the Orange's final regular-season tilt against Wake Forest and postseason play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.