On Sunday, Syracuse capitalized on Miami’s struggles, holding their top scorer Haley Cavinder to just seven points in the first half and building a commanding 31-23 lead by halftime. The University achieved a significant milestone, securing their first ACC win of the season by defeating Miami. The Hurricanes entered the game on a three-game losing streak, languishing at the bottom of the conference standings.
Meanwhile, Haley’s boyfriend, Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson, shared a heartwarming reaction as he watched her play on TV. It was when she prepared to take a free throw during the game.
The triumph was especially rewarding for Syracuse after their loss against SMU. Just days earlier, the Orange had battled SMU to a 64-64 tie at the end of regulation and received a last-second loss in overtime. With just 1.2 seconds left, SMU’s Nya Robertson sank an off-balance floater, clinching a 72-71 win. It was their fourth straight conference loss, following setbacks against powerhouse teams like Notre Dame, Georgia Tech, and Florida State.
The Hurricanes committed 12 turnovers in the first half alone, which Syracuse converted into 17 points. Key players Haley and Hanna Cavinder both struggled to maintain control of the ball, contributing to Miami’s sloppy play.
Miami added five more turnovers in the second quarter. Haley Cavinder’s four turnovers in the first half reflected Miami’s broader struggles to keep pace with Syracuse’s disciplined approach.
Turnovers continued to plague Miami throughout the game. In the first half alone, they tallied 17 giveaways, allowing Syracuse to score 17 points off those errors. Miami improved their ball handling in the second half, committing only one turnover in the first five minutes.
Off-court highlights of Haley Cavinder along with her twin
Meanwhile, Haley later posted a mirror selfie on her Instagram story, dressed in a leopard-print mini-dress, as she prepared for a night out with Ferguson.
Jake Ferguson, who faced an injury-filled season with the Cowboys, recorded 59 catches for 494 yards in just 14 games.
Meanwhile, Hanna Cavinder marked an exciting milestone as her boyfriend, Carson Beck, transferred to the Miami football team. The twins’ shared Instagram account, boasting nearly 350,000 followers, offered a glimpse into these moments.
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