Scott Salomon

Scott Salomon

Scott Salomon joined On SI in April 2024 covering breaking news and analysis for the Miami Dolphins site, and has since contributed to the Miami Heat, Back in the Day NBA, Miami Hurricanes and San Antonio Spurs sites. Scott is based in South Florida and has been covering the local and national sports scene for 35 years. He's covered and has been credentialed for the Super Bowl, the NFL Combine, various Orange Bowls and college football championship games. Scott was also credentialed for the NBA All-Star game and covered the Miami Heat during their first six seasons for USA TODAY. Scott is a graduate of the University of Miami School of Communication and the St. Thomas University School of Law. Scott has two sons and his hobbies include watching sports on television and binge watching shows on various streaming services.

Dec 3, 2024; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes forward Brandon Johnson (2) celebrates with center Lynn Kidd (1) after scoring against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at Watsco Center.
All Things Canes

Hurricanes to Face Tennessee at Madison Square Garden; First Alert: December 10, 2024

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Miami Hurricanes athletics, including complete TV listings.

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Nov 30, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal looks on prior to the game against the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Football

UM Loses Cornerback Robert Stafford To Transfer Portal

Another defensive back from the Miami Hurricanes will enter the transfer portal.

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Nov 30, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. (left) celebrates with running back Damien Martinez (right) after scoring a touchdown against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Football

Extra Point: Hurricanes Have Something To Prove In Pop Tart Bowl

With both teams playing at full strength the Pop Tarts Bowl should be very exciting. It should also give the Miami Hurricanes something to prove against Big XII runner-up Iowa State Cyclones,

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Dec 7, 2024; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; Clemson Tigers guard Jaeden Zackery (11) drives to the basket past Miami Hurricanes guard Nijel Pack (24) during the first half at Watsco Center.
Basketball

Canes Drop ACC Opener To Clemson At Home On Saturday

Miami dropped its Atlantic Coast Conference opener and its sixth straight game as they lost to Clemson Saturday afternoon.

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Nov 30, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward (1) looks to pass against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Football

Championship Weekend Is Here; Now What Are We Supposed To Do?

With the Conference Championship games being played on Saturday, the Miami Hurricanes can only look back and say "what if?"

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Sep 27, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal walks on the field against the Virginia Tech Hokies as game officials review the last play of the game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Miami Beat out Florida and Texas for Star Linebacker

Kellen Wiley signs his Letter of Intent with Miami Hurricanes

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Dec 3, 2024; Coral Gables, Florida, USA;  Arkansas Razorbacks forward Adou Thiero (3) drives to the basket against Miami Hurricanes guard Austin Swartz (23) during the first half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Basketball

Canes get Hog Tied and Drops Fifth Straight to Razorbacks in SEC/ACC Challenge

Nigel Pack leads the Canes with 22 points and six assists in the loss.

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Grace Lopez spiking a ball against an opponent.
All Things Canes

Two Miami Volleyball Players Honored by ACC; First Alert: December 3, 2024

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Miami Hurricanes athletics, including complete TV listings.

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Nov 30, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward (1) drops back to pass against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Football

Cam Ward Campaigns For Hurricanes Spot In College Football Playoff

After brutal four-point loss to Syracuse, Cam Ward starts the politicking to get the Hurricanes into the College Football Playoff with 10 wins.

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Nov 30, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange defensive back Davien Kerr (25) breaks up a pass intended for Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Xavier Restrepo (7) during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Defensive pass interference was called on the play.
Football

Coaching Blunders Doom Hurricanes One More Time With Title Implications On The Line

Lance Guidry and his porous defense blows a 21-0 lead in a game Miami should have won. He knew exactly what was coming and he could not scheme a way to stop it. Further, what was Mario Cristobal thinking of kicking a field goal at the end of the game?

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Nov 23, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Jordan Lyle (21) runs with the football for a touchdown against Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive back Nick Andersen (45) during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium.
Football

Jordan Lyle Makes The Most Out Of His Opportunities

The Fort Lauderdale product had only seven carries, but gained 115 yards and scored a touchdown in Miami's big win over Wake Forest.

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Nov 23, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Jacolby George (3) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Football

No. 8 Miami Finishes the Season Undefeated at Home by Starching Deakes

The final home game of the season is here for the Hurricanes as they look to continue their winning ways to get to the ACC Championship game.

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