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The Orange Zone
by CNY Central (NBC3, CBS5 & CW6)
The Orange Zone is your place for everything Syracuse Orange. Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski bring in-depth analysis of your favorite Orange teams, and access you can’t otherwise get to your favorite coaches, players, and everyone who helps make the Loud House a formidable spot for opponents to visit. Orange Zone YouTube content: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOrangeZonePodcast
Episodes
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Eric Devendorf RETURNS for a 2026-27 Syracuse MBB roster BREAKDOWN
On this week's episode of The Orange Zone, Rachel Culver and Eric Devendorf dive into the early performances of the Syracuse men's basketball team. Devendorf talks about what he's noticed early in Gerry McNamara's time at the helm and offers insight into the upside and concerns that exist when it...
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DIRE situation for SYRACUSE Football ahead of taking on UCONN
On this episode of The Orange Zone Podcast, Rachel Culver, Kody Bair, and former SU running back and Super Bowl Champion James Mungro discuss Syracuse's upcoming matchup against UCONN. The group looks at what Head Coach Fran Brown said about the Quarterback situation moving forward and an…
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Syracuse Football WOES continue, they fall to 1-2 after LOSS
On this episode of The Orange Zone Podcast, Rachel Culver, Kody Bair, and former SU running back and Super Bowl champion James Mungro break down Syracuse’s loss to Pittsburgh. The team discusses another game riddled with penalties and turnovers. Plus, Head Coach Fran Brown’s response to yet…
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Can SU get it RIGHT in first road test against PITT?
In this episode of The Orange Zone Podcast, Rachel Culver, Kody Bair, and former SU running back and Super Bowl Champion James Mungro discuss Syracuse dropping its ACC opener to Cal, 21-18, in a game filled with costly mistakes. The team breaks down the penalties, Steve Angeli’s three second-half...
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Conversation w/ CAL beat reporter; ORANGE set to host GOLDEN BEARS
In this special episode of The Orange Zone Podcast, Rachel Culver welcomes Thomas Dunn, Publisher of Golden Bear Report, to talk about the Week 2 ACC matchup between Cal and Syracuse. Dunn breaks down Cal’s season-opening loss to UCLA, the questions surrounding its young defense, and what the…
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Syracuse Football PASSES first test, what NEEDS to be cleaned up?
On this episode of The Orange Zone Podcast, Rachel Culver, Kody Bair, and former SU football running back and Super Bowl Champion James Mungro discuss Syracuse's dominant victory over New Hampshire. They assess Steve Angeli's first game back after last year's season-ending injury, the success of...
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Meet the NEW Orange Zone team!
In this episode of the Orange Zone podcast, there are some new faces on the set! New members of the team, Rachel Culver and Kody Bair, introduce themselves to each other and to Orange fans! Rachel joins the CNY Central Sports team after nearly 4 years at the station. In the past, she has produced...
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Does Syracuse Football really NEED a Quarterback battle?
In this episode, Samantha Croston, former SU running back James Mungro, and Rachel Culver discuss Syracuse Football's ongoing "Quarterback Battle" and the new jersey system the team has implemented this Fall Camp. 00:00- 2:05: A reintroduction to Rachel 2:05-6:45: Fran Brown's messaging to media,...
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Fran Brown SPEAKS for first time ahead of Fall Camp
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU RB and Super Bowl Champion James Mungro are BACK to discuss Fran Brown's introductory press conference. Syracuse football opens fall camp tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5th. Ahead of that, what did Brown learn from last year's 3-win campaign? What...
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Spallina, 4 other SU lacrosse players file LAWSUIT against NCAA, seek 5th year- with Dan Arestia
Ashley Wenskoski is joined by men's college lacrosse insider Dan Arestia of USA Lacrosse Magazine to discuss breaking news for Syracuse men's lacrosse. Five players - Joey Spallina, Michael Leo, Billy Dwan III, Luke Rhoa, and Finn Thomson - have filed a lawsuit against the NCAA and are seeking a...
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Syracuse football FALL CAMP Preview with James Mungro
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU running back and Super Bowl Champion James Mungro return to preview fall camp for Syracuse football. What did head coach Fran Brown reveal at ACC Media Days last week? What is the biggest X factor for this team this year? Join us! 00:00-15:36:...
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"I feel like a kid again": Eric Devendorf PREVIEWS Boeheim's Army TBT roster
Ashley Wenskoski is joined by former SU men's basketball star and current ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf to discuss his return to Boeheim's Army and preview their run in The Basketball Tournament, which tips off on Tuesday, July 21st. Join us!! #syracuse #syracusebasketball #cbb...
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Boeheim's Army Roster SOLIDIFIED, Will CASEY POWELL be next head coach at LE MOYNE?
In this episode of the Orange Zone Podcast, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss the 2026 Boeheim's Army roster, which is now finalized. There are also three finalists for the open Le Moyne Men's Lacrosse Head Coaching Position. Who will get the job? Plus, Syracuse Football partners up...
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NY's No. 1 recruit, RB Elijah Kimble, on his decision to commit to SYRACUSE FOOTBALL
Ashley Wenskoski sits down with the No. 1 high school football recruit in New York state, RB Elijah Kimble (Canisius). Kimble discusses when he knew that Syracuse football was the right fit for him, the vision of making SU New York's college team, and how the coaching staff sees him fitting in...
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Gavin Doty on the CULTURE that GMac is building at Syracuse men's basketball's summer workouts
Samantha Croston catches up with incoming Syracuse guard Gavin Doty at a community event. Doty details how summer workouts have been going for Syracuse men's basketball under new head coach Gerry McNamara, the importance of giving back to the local community, and the team chemistry, culture, and...
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TBT 2026: Eric Devendorf says he will be INVOLVED with BOEHEIM'S ARMY this YEAR
On this edition of The Orange Zone Podcast, Eric Devendorf tells Samantha Croston that he will be involved with Boeheim's Army for TBT 2026 as either a player or a coach. The two also breakdown the hiring of Tyus Battle to the SU Men's Basketball staff. #basketball #sports #collegebasketball...
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2026 Boeheim's Army PREVIEW with GM Shaun Belbey
In this Overtime episode, Ashley Wenskoski is joined by former SU guard and Boeheim's Army GM Shaun Belbey to preview the 2026 roster. Belbey discusses Elijah Hughes and Buddy Boeheim returning to the squad, as well as changes to the TBT format, the energy that Gerry McNamara's staff has brought…
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GMAC: "Championship Teams Are Built by What You Do Every Day"
In this episode of The Orange Zone Podcast, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss GMAC's message to players after the team's first summer practice, Joey Spallina's PLL debut, and SU Soccer Alum Miles Robinson's FIFA debut 00:00-11:02: GMAC's first summer practice: this team looks…
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Syracuse men's lacrosse falls in Final Four to Notre Dame, Spallina says goodbye
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss Syracuse men's lacrosse falling short in the Final Four once again. The Orange fell to Notre Dame, 15-7, in the NCAA Semifinals, falling just one win shy of a national championship berth for the second straight season. Was this the year to...
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SU men's lacrosse FINAL FOUR Preview with Anish Shroff
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are here to PREVIEW the Final Four matchups for Syracuse men's lacrosse! The Orange return to Championship Weekend for the second straight season...can they get over the hump this time and bring home their first national title since 2009? PLUS, we are joined…
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St. John's, Syracuse reportedly set to face off at MSG next season, SU lacrosse to the Elite Eight
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss a number of updates in the Syracuse sports world! St. John's and Syracuse men's basketball are reportedly set to face off at Madison Square Garden next season. How will the Donnie Freeman reunion go? PLUS, a full preview of the Elite Eight...
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John Galloway brings Jacksonville to the NCAA Tournament
On this week's episode of the Orange Zone Podcast, CNY Central Sports Director Samantha Croston interviews former SU goalie and current Jacksonville Head Coach John Galloway on earning his first NCAA tournament bid with the Dolphins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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FOLEFAC COMMITS, 'Cuse back at MSG yearly?
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU guard and ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf are BACK to discuss the latest movement for Syracuse men's basketball. As Gerry McNamara settles in as head coach, he says he wants the Orange to get back to playing at Madison Square Garden yearly.…
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SU Athletics launches One Orange Alliance, Freeman to St. John's
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are solo this week to discuss tons of news surrounding Syracuse Athletics. SU launches 'One Orange Alliance,' a comprehensive NIL initiative for all SU athletic programs. Does it miss the mark? Plus, Donnie Freeman commits to St. John's, SU reels in a big…
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Syracuse Basketball's Future Is HERE: Breaking Down the New Commits
On this episode of the Orange Zone podcast, Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and Gerry McNamara break down Syracuse's latest commitments including homegrown star Ryan Moesch. Is this roster good enough to compete in the ACC? 00:00-3:31: SU grabs Chittenango PG Ryan Moesch 3:32-6:47: Breaking...
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Syracuse's Steve Angeli, Umari Hatcher give INJURY UPDATES
Syracuse football QB Steve Angeli and WR Umari Hatcher speak to the Orange Zone team about returning from injury, losing five-star WR Calvin Russell for the bulk of the season, and the state of the team as spring practice concludes 00:00-4:55: Steve Angeli on his recovery for his torn Achilles,...
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PORTAL OPENS: Doty in, Donnie OUT for Syracuse
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU guard and current ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf return to discuss more news for Syracuse men's basketball. The NCAA transfer portal has opened, and the Orange have received a commitment from Fulton, NY native Gavin Doty while Donnie Freeman,...
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GMAC IS BACK: Gerry McNamara WINS Syracuse introductory press conference
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU guard and current ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf are BACK to discuss GMac's return! Analyzing Gerry McNamara's introductory press conference on Monday - from his best moments to his promises for the upcoming season. PLUS, who will SU look to...
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Is GMAC the BEST hire for Syracuse basketball?
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU guard and current ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf are back to discuss Syracuse men's basketball impending hire of Gerry McNamara as head coach. Is GMac the right guy for the job? How much NIL will he have to work with? And he should he bring…
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REPORT: GERRY MCNAMARA to become next SU BASKETBALL coach
On this episode of The Orange Zone, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss ESPN's report stating that former SU guard and Siena Head Coach Gerry McNamara accepted a job to become the next head coach at Syracuse. #collegebasketball #college #basketball #sports #podcast #syracuse #newyork...
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Should SYRACUSE hire GMAC?
Sports Director Samantha Croston and former SU guard Eric Devendorf discuss the Syracuse head coaching vacancy and new SU AD Bryan Blair's introductory press conference. NOTE: This recording took place before GMAC nearly stunned Duke. #college #basketball #marchmadness #syracuse #newyork #america...
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ADRIAN AUTRY GETS FIRED
The Orange Zone Podcast is LIVE from APEX Entertainment. The podcast discusses the firing of Head Coach Adrian Autry and the future of the team. Syracuse Alum Eric Devendorf gives his insight on what's next for Syracuse Men's Basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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DECISION TIME: Syracuse men's basketball wraps up regular season
Ashley Wenskoski is joined by former SU guard and current ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf for this week's episode of The Orange Zone podcast. As Syracuse men's basketball wraps up the regular season on Saturday against Pittsburgh, leadership decisions must be made in the coming days. Join us!...
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"It was a dream come true": Adrian Autry on Syracuse men's basketball job
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU guard and ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf are back for more Syracuse basketball talk! The Orange fall to 15-13 and 6-9 in the ACC with its latest loss to UNC. This week, we're discussing the fallout from yet another disappointing season - the...
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Syracuse men's basketball falls to No. 16 North Carolina, Donnie Freeman EJECTED
Ashley Wenskoski and Rachel Culver are back to discuss Syracuse men's basketball's latest loss. The Orange fall 77-64 to No. 16 North Carolina, despite the Tar Heels competing without star freshman Caleb Wilson. The game was tied at 44-all with 12 minutes to play before it once again slipped away...
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DUKE DISASTER: Syracuse falls to Duke 101-64, should Wildhack make decision on next head coach?
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU guard and ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf are back to discuss Syracuse men's basketball's latest meltdown. The Orange fell to Duke 101-64 on ESPN's nationally televised Big Monday. It was the worst loss of the Adrian Autry era, and the worst…
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Syracuse's ATHLETIC DIRECTOR is RETIRING, SU MBB wins 2OT game vs CAL
In this episode of the The Orange Zone, Samantha Croston and former SU Guard Eric Devendorf discuss SU Men's Basketball's win in double overtime against Cal, as well as the recent announcement that SU Director of Athletics John Wildhack is retiring. #sports #podcast #collegebasketball #basketball...
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Is the end NEARING for ADRIAN AUTRY as HEAD COACH of the SU MEN'S BASKETBALL PROGRAM?
In this episode, Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and Eric Devendorf talk about the continuous decline of the Syracuse Men's Basketball program. After the tenth loss of the season last night to No. 14 UNC, the pressure is on for Syracuse to finish the year strong. If not, Eric Devendorf…
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SYRACUSE MEN'S BASKETBALL is TRENDING DOWNWARD; Is it time for a CHANGE in LEADERSHIP?
In this episode of the Orange Zone Podcast, Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and Eric Devendorf discuss Syracuse Men's Basketball's latest four-game slide. What's really the problem here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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SU men's basketball is REELING after losses to BC, VTech
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU star and current ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf are back to analyze another week of Syracuse men's basketball. The Orange are reeling after two straight losses to Boston College and Virginia Tech. At 12-7 overall and 3-3 in ACC play, how do…
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Syracuse men's basketball OUTLASTS Florida State 94-86 for third straight WIN
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are joined by a new special guest this week to recap Syracuse men's basketball! Former SU star and current ACC Network analyst Eric Devendorf will be joining us for the remainder of basketball season to provide insight and reaction. Today, we're discussing…
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Syracuse men's basketball FALLS to Clemson, looks to rebound at Georgia Tech; SU women are CRUISING
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss the latest developments for Syracuse men's and women's basketball. Adrian Autry's squad is coming off of yet another disheartening loss to Clemson - the Orange will look to rebound on Tuesday at Georgia Tech. PLUS, Felisha Legette-Jack and...
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Gill Jr. to the PORTAL..PLUS, Syracuse men's, women's basketball open ACC PLAY
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back with updates on Syracuse sports as we head into 2026! SU football loses WR1 to the NCAA transfer portal...plus, Syracuse men's and women's basketball head into ACC play this week. What are your New Years wishes for Syracuse athletics? Join us!...
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Is SU men's basketball READY for ACC play? PLUS, SU football portal updates
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back for another edition of The Orange Zone Podcast. Syracuse men's basketball closed out non-conference play on Tuesday with a 77-48 win over Stonehill. Now, the Orange look ahead to opening ACC play against Clemson on December 31st. PLUS, SU RB Yasin...
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JIM BOEHEIM: On Syracuse men's basketball, Adrian Autry, and NIL
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are joined by former Syracuse men's basketball Hall of Fame head coach Jim Boeheim! Coach gives us his thoughts on everything from this year's team, to current head coach Adrian Autry, where SU falls in the competitive landscape of NIL, and much more. Join…
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Is the College Football Playoff BROKEN? PLUS, SU staff changes, recruiting class
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU and NFL RB and Super Bowl Champion James Mungro are back to wrap up the football season! Discussing all things College Football Playoff - did the Committee get it right? How can a broken structure be fixed? PLUS, an end of season wrap up for...
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SYRACUSE tops No. 13 Tennessee in ACC/SEC Challenge THRILLER
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski give immediate reaction to Syracuse men's basketball's 62-60 win over No. 13 Tennessee at the Dome. How crucial was this win for the Orange's NCAA Tournament chances? #collegebasketball #cbb #syracuse #syracuseorange #podcast #sports #tennessee #tennesseevols...
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SU gets STOMPED ON by NOTRE DAME in HISTORIC LOSS
In this episode of The Orange Zone Podcast, Samantha Croston and James Mungro discuss the 70-7 stomping that SU endured against Notre Dame over the weekend. At least it can only go up from here? #collegefootball #college #collegebasketball #sports #podcast #syracuse #basketball _______________...
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OZ OVERTME: Sit Down with the Marketing Director of APEX Entertainment
In this episode, Samantha Croston sits down with the marketing director of APEX Entertainment, Rob Luzzi, to discuss the brand's current NIL deals with Syracuse Athletes. _______________ Listen to "The Orange Zone Podcast" Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NkZCYL... Apple Podcasts:...
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SU football heads to face No. 9 Notre Dame, coaching updates
Samantha Croston, Ashley Wenskoski, and former SU runningback and Super Bowl champion James Mungro discuss Syracuse football's game against No. 9 Notre Dame this weekend. Freshman walk-on Joe Filardi has been tabbed to start at QB for the Orange...PLUS, Fran Brown announces that BOTH OC Jeff…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Orange Zone is your place for everything Syracuse Orange. Tommy Sladek, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski bring in-depth analysis of your favorite Orange teams, and access you can’t otherwise get to your favorite coaches, players, and everyone who helps make the Loud House a formidable spot for opponents to visit.
Orange Zone YouTube content: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOrangeZonePodcast
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