The Orange Zone

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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: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOrangeZonePodcast

  1. 3D AGO

    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

    11 min

  2. APR 29

    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. PLUS, Francis Folefac commits to SU and more. Join us! 00:00-3:11: Former Siena power forward Francis Folefac commits to GMac, Syracuse 3:12-8:18: Is it a red flag that Syracuse hasn't gotten ONE Power Four transfer? 8:19-10:57: GMac tells Jon Rothstein he wants to get 'Cuse back to Madison Square Garden every single year 10:58-20:30: More takeaways from the Rothstein interview, GMac's commitment to winning #syracuse #college #collegebasketball #cbb #podcast #acc #accbasketball #syracusebasketball #syracuseorange #sports #msg #madisonsquaregarden #newyork #newyorkcity #nyc #ncaa FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @TheOZPod on X ‪@TheOrangeZonePodcast‬ on Instagram @ED23HOOPS @SamCroston1 @AshleyWenskTV on X _______________ 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/@theorangezonepodSponsored by APEX Entertainment Have a question or comment? Email us at theorangezone44@gmail.com!

    22 min

  3. APR 21

    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 man, Spallina makes history, and both SU lacrosse teams look towards the ACC Tournament. Join us! 00:00-16:35: SU launches One Orange Alliance - does it miss the mark by not allowing fans to donate to specific sports? 16:36-20:26: Donnie Freeman commits to St. John's, Rick Pitino 20:27-24:03: Appalachian State big man Luke Wilson commits to GMac, SU men's basketball. Has the portal been a problem for the Orange? 24:04-32:47: SU lacrosse action: Joey Spallina becomes the all-time points leader at SU, women's lacrosse eyes ACC Tournament #syracuse #collegebasketball #cbb #collegefootball #podcast #sports #podcast #acc #accbasketball #stjohns #rickpitino #transferportal #ncaa #portal #bigeast #syracuseorange #syracusebasketball #syracusefootball FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @TheOZPod on X ‪@TheOrangeZonePodcast‬ on Instagram @ED23HOOPS @SamCroston1 @AshleyWenskTV on X _______________ 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 Sponsored by APEX Entertainment Have a question or comment? Email us at theorangezone44@gmail.com!

    35 min

  4. APR 14

    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 Down Syracuse’s Commits + McNamara’s Roster Vision 6:48-10:06: Should Syracuse target one GREAT big or two good ONES? 10:07-12:57: Are These Commits Enough for Syracuse to Compete in the ACC? 12:58-15:16: Sadiq White is BACK - What does it mean for the program? 15:17-17:24: NIL: Are players being overpaid? 17:25-20:55: KINGZ, BETSEY depart from SU #collegebasketball #college #basketball #sports #podcast #syracuse #acc #accbasketball _______________ 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 theorangezone44@gmail.com!

    21 min

  5. APR 8

    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, injury updates, WR Calvin Russell III's Achilles injury, the spring game, and more 4:56-12:13: Umari Hatcher on entering the transfer portal but returning to Syracuse, his relationship with head coach Fran Brown, and his injury in 2025 #syracuse #syracuseorange #syracusefootball #syracuseny #franbrown #football #cfb #collegefootball #acc #springfootball #accfootball _______________ 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 theorangezone44@gmail.com!

    13 min

  6. APR 8

    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, Nait George, and others have announced their intentions to transfer. What else does GMac have up his sleeve? Join us? 00:00-1:43: Michigan wins the national championship 1:44-6:12: Fulton native Gavin Doty commits to Syracuse men's basketball 6:13-15:38: Donnie Freeman, Naithan George hit the transfer portal..how much NIL money is off the books for SU? 15:39-19:10: Slovenian player Mark Morano Mahmutovič commits to McNamara, SU 19:11-24:19: McNamara's STAFF takes shape: AO, Ben Lee, Ryan Daly become official. Will Ryan Blackwell and Jamal Brunt also join GMac at Syracuse? #syracuse #acc #accbasketball #syracusebasketball #syracuseny #syracuseorange #nba #cbb #collegebasketball #sports #podcast #basketball #siena #gerrymcnamara #gmac FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @TheOZPod on X ‪@TheOrangeZonePodcast‬ on Instagram @ED23HOOPS @SamCroston1 @AshleyWenskTV on X _______________ 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 Sponsored by APEX Entertainment Have a question or comment? Email us at theorangezone44@gmail.com!

    26 min

  7. APR 2

    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 keep on the roster next season, and who will they target out of the transfer portal? Join us! 00:00-11:18: Top takeaways from GMac's introductory press conference, his comments on Adrian Autry, AD Bryan Blair on GMac not being afraid of the spotlight 11:19-27:29: Insight from GMac's time at Siena, how that will help him at Syracuse, how will he priortize fundraising? How much money and resources will he have in Year One? 27:30-35:11: Status of Doty, Folefac in the transfer portal; who should GMac target to bring back next season? What will the role of those Siena guys be? And who else should he target in the transfer portal? #syracusebasketball #syracuse #sports #basketball #cbb #collegebasketball #gmac #gerrymcnamara #syracuseorange #syracuseny #syracuseuniversity #transferportal #ncaa #podcast #acc FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @TheOZPod on X  @TheOrangeZonePodcast  on Instagram @ED23HOOPS @SamCroston1 @AshleyWenskTV on X _______________ 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 Sponsored by APEX Entertainment Have a question or comment? Email us at theorangezone44@gmail.com!

    37 min

  8. MAR 23

    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 over from Siena? Join us! 00:00-5:34: Would Devo be interested in joining GMac's staff at SU? 5:35-13:17: Will GMac have the resources? Was he the best hire for Syracuse NIL-wise? 13:18-21:39: GMac's intangibles..what makes him the right guy for the job? 21:40-30:27: The risk vs. reward in hiring another candidate from inside 'the Orange family.' 30:28-32:14: Are Kiyan and Carmelo Anthony onboard? And what would be a successful season for GMac in Year One? #syracuse #cbb #syracusebasketball #syracuseorange #gmac #collegebasketball #basketball #sports #podcast _______________ 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 Sponsored by APEX Entertainment Have a question or comment? Email us at theorangezone44@gmail.com!

    32 min
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Ratings & Reviews

4.3
out of 5
14 Ratings

About

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

Information

  • Creator
    CNY Central (NBC3, CBS5 & CW6)
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    224
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sinclair Broadcast Group
  • Show Website
    The Orange Zone

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