Syracuse head coach Ian McIntyre brought in 14 transfers ahead of the 2023 season. While the Orange were knocked out in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, McIntyre showed that the program is capable of sustained success.
“They really did a good job of picking up their second balls and I thought physically, they won those battles.” Despite the return of Jeorgio Kocesvki, Syracuse failed to win the midfield battle in a 3-0 loss to New Hampshire.