No. 5 Syracuse will host No. 13 Virginia on Saturday as part of Ring of Honor and Alumni Weekend. Legendary coach John Desko will be inducted into the Ring of Honor during halftime, recognizing his 46 years of impact on the program. Syracuse aims to bounce back from a recent loss to top-ranked North Carolina, while Virginia comes in hot with a four-game winning streak after defeating No. 7 Duke. This matchup marks the 44th meeting between the teams, with Syracuse leading the series 22-21.

By the Numbers
  • Syracuse has won six of its last seven games with 60% of its goals assisted.
  • This will be Syracuse's third matchup this season against a team ranked 13th in the USILA Coaches Poll.
State of Play
  • Syracuse is currently ranked fifth in the USILA Division I Coaches Poll, dropping two spots this week.
  • Virginia moved up to 13th after a 14-10 win over Duke.
  • Syracuse is undefeated at home so far this season, with a record of 5-0.
What's Next

A win for Syracuse on Saturday would enhance their all-time series record against Virginia to 23-21 and provide their 971st program victory. The Orange would also secure a sixth home win of the season.

Bottom Line

Syracuse's performance against Virginia will be critical not just for rivalry standings, but also as they look to solidify their position in the NCAA rankings and build momentum for the remainder of the season.