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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: www.youtube.com/@TheOrangeZonePodcast

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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 Qua... more

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. Plu... more

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... more

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 ... more

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Recent Guests

Thomas Dunn
Publisher of The Golden Bear Report, Cal site on On3 and Rivals
The Golden Bear Report / On3 and Rivals network
Episode: Conversation w/ CAL beat reporter; ORANGE set to host GOLDEN BEARS
Kody Bair
New member of The Orange Zone team joining Central New York
The Orange Zone (CNY Central)
Episode: Meet the NEW Orange Zone team!
Rachel Culver
On-air journalist joining The Orange Zone set today
Episode: Does Syracuse Football really NEED a Quarterback battle?
Dan Arestia
Expert in All Things College Lacrosse, USA Lacrosse Magazine and Sticks Lacrosse
USA Lacrosse Magazine; Sticks Lacrosse
Episode: Spallina, 4 other SU lacrosse players file LAWSUIT against NCAA, seek 5th year- with Dan Arestia
Eric Devendorf
Former Syracuse University basketball player; Boeheim's Army participant
Boheaim's Army / Syracuse alumni network
Episode: "I feel like a kid again": Eric Devendorf PREVIEWS Boeheim's Army TBT roster
Elijah Kimble
Syracuse football's new top recruit, four-star running back
Syracuse University Football
Episode: NY's No. 1 recruit, RB Elijah Kimble, on his decision to commit to SYRACUSE FOOTBALL
Gavin Doty
Syracuse basketball player
Syracuse University
Episode: Gavin Doty on the CULTURE that GMac is building at Syracuse men's basketball's summer workouts
Shaun Belbey
General Manager of Boeheim's Army
Boeheim's Army
Episode: 2026 Boeheim's Army PREVIEW with GM Shaun Belbey
Anish Shroff
Broadcaster, Syracuse alum, noted lacrosse broadcaster
Anish Shroff broadcasting
Episode: SU men's lacrosse FINAL FOUR Preview with Anish Shroff

Hosts

Ashley Wenskoski
Host of The Orange Zone
Samantha Croston
Host of The Orange Zone; Co-host and commentator

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Sad news indeed!

    I wish Sam and Ashley the best. You always brought the best and now we’re all going to miss that caliber of performance.

    Sad sad sad.

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    5
    ILoveMyRoadGlide
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you! Go Orange!

    Tommy and Sam have great chemistry and genuinely sound like they not only cover the teams but enjoy doing this. It also helps having Sam being a former athlete and female voice in the Syracuse sports space in other forms since it’s lacking in the local radio and podcast space. Keep up the great work and Go Orange!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Orange Chuck
    United States4 years ago

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Guests provide valuable insider perspectives on rosters and coaching.
Locally focused coverage that connects fans with behind-the-scenes insights.
Candid, insightful breakdowns of Syracuse sports with strong chemistry between hosts.

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DIRE situation for SYRACUSE Football ahead of taking on UCONN
Q: What are the key adjustments Syracuse must make to compete with a team that runs well and has a strong red-zone conversion rate?
The team needs to reduce penalties, control the line of scrimmage against a mobile quarterback, and convert red-zone opportunities into touchdowns to avoid giving the game away late.
DIRE situation for SYRACUSE Football ahead of taking on UCONN
Q: How do you view the quarterback situation moving into the UConn game and what packages might we see?
There's a plan to keep Steve as the starter but with additional packages considered to leverage Amari Odom's dual-threat ability, providing flexibility if Steve struggles early.
DIRE situation for SYRACUSE Football ahead of taking on UCONN
Q: Can you talk a little bit about what stuck out to you from Fran Brown's press conference and how it shapes the game plan?
The coach appeared humble and practical, signaling a positive shift in preparation and a willingness to adapt, which should translate into more disciplined practice and smarter decisions on game day.
Meet the NEW Orange Zone team!
Q: What's your read on Coach Fran Brown and the way the team might approach week one and beyond?
The guests and hosts emphasize Fran Brown's authentic leadership, the 'dart mentality,' and the importance of toughness and accountability in building the team's identity from week one.
Meet the NEW Orange Zone team!
Q: What are your thoughts on the quarterback situation and depth chart heading into New Hampshire?
The discussion points to Steve Angeli's health, potential transfers like Malachi Nelson and Amari Odom, and the need to establish a reliable backup behind Angeli, with the coaching staff focusing on stability and competition.

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This show provides in-depth analysis of Syracuse Orange teams with a clear focus on basketball and lacrosse, plus related local sports stories. Episodes frequently cover roster moves, coaching changes, summer development, and the culture around the program, often featuring guests with strong ties to Syracuse University or the surrounding sports ecosystem. A distinctive angle is the combination of on-court strategy, alumni perspectives, and community engagement, with attention to NIL, transfer dynamics, and local venue lore. Listeners likely value candid, long-form discussion that blends technical insights with fan-centric storytelling and regional sports context.

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1. Thomas Dunn
2. Kody Bair
3. Rachel Culver
4. Dan Arestia
5. Eric Devendorf
6. Elijah Kimble
7. Gavin Doty
8. Shaun Belbey

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