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Guide 2023

The Arrival

Joey Spallina broke the Long Island points record in high school en route to becoming the top recruit nationally and committing to Syracuse.

ALL-AMERICAN

After winning the 2022 World Championship with the United States, Kayla Treanor retired from playing to prioritize coaching the Orange.

Back On The Attack

Emma Ward notched 43 goals and 30 assists for 73 points in her All-ACC Freshman season two years ago, before recovering from an injury in 2022.

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Dear readers,

When Syracuse lost to Notre Dame on May 1, 2022, it secured its 10th loss of the season and the worst season in the program’s 107-year history. Several players transferred, including leading goal-scorer Tucker Dordevic. But the Orange welcomed Joey Spallina, the nation’s best recruit and the next No. 22 — the same number worn by Gary Gait and Mike Powell. Gait finished his first season in charge of the men’s program last season while women’s head coach Kayla Treanor advanced to the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals in her first year at the helm of her alma mater. Recently retired from her playing career after winning gold for the United States at the 2022 World Championship, Treanor is now solely focused on coaching. Syracuse welcomes back Sierra Cockerille and Emma Ward, who are both coming back from season-ending injuries in 2022. Kate Mashewske also returns for her senior season after finishing sixth in the country in draw controls. On the men’s side, Jackson Birtwistle ended last season on a high note, scoring a combined 11 goals in three games. And transfer goalie Will Mark looks to be the solution for last year’s goalie struggles. The Daily Orange’s 2023 Lacrosse Guide has everything you need to know as the programs begin a new season fully recharged.

Thanks for reading, COLE BAMBINI

sports editor