D.A. (SU ’01) is the Vader to this Fizz Deathstar. He created the site in August ’08, and as editor-in-chief attempts daily to avoid icebergs while at the helm. He has been the host of “The D.A. Show” on CBS Sports Radio since ’13, heard nationally. Been known to love an SU throwback jersey, appear on NFL Network Top 10 shows, and put chili on his Hoffman hots. D.A. began his radio career at WAER in Syracuse as Sports Director. Email D.A.: damon.amendolara@audacy.com
Ian Unsworth (SU ’23) joined Team Fizz in January ’20. Born in Philadelphia, Ian is a rabid Phillies, Eagles, and 76ers fan. He also has an affinity for the University of Michigan. When Ian isn’t watching basketball, he’s working at WAER or Z89 (or lifting weights at the Barnes Center). Ian studies Broadcast and Digital Journalism in the Newhouse School. Email Ian: irunswor@g.syr.edu
John Eads (SU ’23) joined Team Fizz in August ’20. He is a Northville, Michigan native who grew up driving down M-14 to the Big House on Saturdays to cheer on the Wolverines. He’s a college football junkie, and unfortunately a Detroit sports fan. Captain of the club lacrosse program, you can usually find him at the Barnes Center or playing NCAA Football 14. Email John: johneads11@gmail.com
Cameron Ezeir (SU ’23) joined Team Fizz in March ’21. He hails from San Diego, California, and is a disappointed Padres and Chargers fan, while placing all his hope in his hometown Lakers. While not being asked why he left the sun for the snow, Cameron is working at WAER, Z89 or CitrusTV. He studies Broadcast & Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School. Email Cameron: camezeir@gmail.com
Carter Bainbridge (SU ’23) joined Team Fizz in April ’21. He is a Nashville, Tennessee native and a fan of the Dolphins, Cubs, and Predators. Carter can usually be found working at WAER, Z89, or playing MLB The Show. He studies Broadcast & Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School. Email Carter: carterbainbridge7@gmail.com
Ethan Frank (SU ’24) joined Team Fizz in January ’22. A Westport, CT native, Ethan grew up a Chargers and Mets fan, while also living and dying on every Syracuse game (his father is an SU alum). When not watching those teams, you can find him working at WAER, CitrusTV, Z89, or on the golf course. He studies Broadcast and Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School. Email Ethan: egfrank1023@gmail.com
Liam Griffin (SU ’24) joined Team Fizz in May ’22. He has lived in five different states and currently resides in Barrington, RI. He’s your typical Boston sports fan, always complaining about the little things. When Liam isn’t Fizzing or watching his teams win titles, you can find him working at WAER, Z89, CitrusTV, or listening to music that came out well before he was born. He studies Broadcast and Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School. Email Liam: lmcg828@gmail.com
Francesco Simone (SU ‘24) joined Team Fizz in September ‘22. He is originally from Italy, but grew up in Rochester, NY as a Yankees, Jets and Knicks fan. When not working at WAER or Z89, you can find Francesco scrolling through baseball box scores from the 1930s. He studies Broadcast & Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School and Finance at the Whitman School. Email Francesco: francesco.simone763@gmail.com
