The Daily Orange · Mar 20
Syracuse alums react to Autry’s firing: ‘It’s definitely unfortunate’
Our writer spoke with Syracuse alums who played under Adrian Autry, gathering their perspectives on the head coach’s firing and what should come next for the Orange.Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our sports newsletter here.
Elijah Hughes and Tyus Battle heard the backlash with their own ears. When North Carolina came to town on Feb. 21, the Tar Heels pulled away in the final minutes to continue the Orange’s disappointing third year under head coach Adrian Autry. Frustration in the JMA Wireless Dome boiled over.
Chants began. The message was loud and clear. SU’s student section wanted Autry to be fired.