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".

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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".

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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).

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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".

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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.

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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.

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