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sports1 year ago

Syracuse Coach Criticizes Team and Fans After Upset Loss

Syracuse women's basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack expressed frustration over low fan turnout after a 73-70 upset loss to Albany, with only 2,038 attendees in the 30,000-seat JMA Wireless Dome. Despite the growing popularity of women's basketball, Syracuse's women's team struggles to draw crowds compared to the men's team. Legette-Jack, a Syracuse native and former player, urged the community to support the team, emphasizing the importance of internal focus and resilience in the face of external apathy.

via New York Post |
#fan-support#felisha-legette-jack#sports
sports1 year ago

Syracuse Coach Criticizes Team and Fans After Narrow Loss to UAlbany

Syracuse women's basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack expressed frustration with her team's performance and the lack of community support following a narrow loss to Albany. Despite holding a 14-point lead, Syracuse lost 73-70, with the game drawing an attendance of just over 2,000 in a venue that can hold over 30,000. Legette-Jack criticized the low fan turnout compared to the men's games and challenged her team to focus on their performance rather than the sparse crowd. She also called on local fans to show more support for the program.

via WSYR|
#fan-support#felisha-legette-jack#post-game-press-conference
sports1 year ago

Syracuse Coach Criticizes Team and Community After Narrow Loss to UAlbany

Syracuse women's basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack expressed frustration with her team's performance and the lack of community support following a narrow loss to Albany. Despite holding a 14-point lead, Syracuse lost 73-70, with the game drawing an attendance of just over 2,000 in a venue that can hold over 30,000. Legette-Jack criticized the local fanbase for their lack of support compared to the men's team and urged her players to focus on their performance rather than the sparse crowd. She also called on the community to show more support for the team.

via WSYR|
#community-engagement#fan-support#felisha-legette-jack
sports1 year ago

"Dyaisha Fair's Loyalty to Coach Leads Syracuse to NCAA Tournament"

Dyaisha Fair, a standout player for Syracuse women's basketball, has a strong bond with coach Felisha Legette-Jack, who she followed from Buffalo to Syracuse. Fair's decision to stay at Syracuse has paid off, as she has become one of the best players in college basketball, scoring 3,351 points and leading the team to the NCAA Tournament. Their close relationship has been pivotal, with Fair's underdog mentality and Legette-Jack's coaching style contributing to the team's success. Both are focused on the present, but their strong connection will endure beyond Fair's college career.

via The Athletic|
#college-basketball#dyaisha-fair#felisha-legette-jack
sports1 year ago

"Notre Dame's Hidalgo Dominates ACC Women's Basketball Awards"

Virginia Tech's Elizabeth Kitley wins ACC Player of the Year for the third consecutive season, while Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo earns both ACC Defensive Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year. Syracuse's Felisha Legette-Jack is named ACC Coach of the Year, Duke's Oluchi Okananwa is awarded ACC Sixth Player of the Year, and Pitt's Liatu King is named Most Improved Player. The 2023-24 All-ACC Women’s Basketball Team and individual award winners are announced, with Kitley, Hidalgo, and Legette-Jack among the top honorees.

via The ACC|
#acc-womens-basketball#awards#elizabeth-kitley
sports1 year ago

"Dyaisha Fair's Senior Day Triumph: Climbing to 5th on NCAA Scoring List"

Dyaisha Fair's emotional Senior Day with the No. 17 Syracuse women’s basketball team included a mix of struggle and success, culminating in a special celebration of her accomplishments surrounded by family, friends, and fans. Despite a slow start, Fair's standout performance in the fourth quarter, including surpassing Brittney Griner on the NCAA scoring list, led to an emotional tribute from her coach, Felisha Legette-Jack, and a heartfelt embrace with her family. Fair's impact on the Syracuse basketball program was evident as fans and teammates honored her, marking a memorable milestone in her journey as an Orange.

via syracuse.com|
#dyaisha-fair#emotional-tribute#felisha-legette-jack