Syracuse

It’s easy to forget the last time Syracuse reached the No. 1 ranking.

Sometimes, rankings are pretty straightforward. This week, we have a new No. 1 — and there’s no quibbling about who it should be.

Syracuse knocked off Maryland for the first time since the 2009 season.

Kiley Mottice celebrates a goal during North Carolina's 13-9 victory at Syracuse on Friday afternoon.

Syracuse’s most scrutinized star entering his senior season, Joey Spallina embraces the weight of No. 22 — and the spotlight that’s followed him since childhood.