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Senior midfielder Chloe Minas (15) competes for the ball during Saturday night’s match against Boston College at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Weekend Sports Recap | Women’s soccer dominates again

By Mason Carter, Staff Writer October 3, 2023

As the new month begins, the fall sports seasons are starting to heat up as they reach mid-season. Let's catch up on some Panthers action that fans missed this past weekend. Cross Country Pitt cross...

First year Devin Nugent at a practice on May 31 ahead of the 2023 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Texas.

Preview | Sophomore Finn Walsh travels to Austin, Texas to represent Pitt at NCAA Track and Field Championships

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor June 7, 2023

With the summer quickly approaching, the NCAA 2022-2023 season is coming to an end. This week, track and field is front and center, as 2023 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships are set to kick off...

Junior right handed pitcher Logan Evans pitches during Saturday’s game against Notre Dame.

Pitt baseball, softball and women’s lacrosse continue ACC play while track and field add to their record book in Florida.

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer April 10, 2023
Pitt athletics competed in a variety of competitions this weekend. From track and field to baseball, the Panthers had an overall up-and-down weekend. Staff Writer Alex Porter breaks down the action from the weekend
Che Nwabuko at the Indoor Track and Field ACC Championships on Feb. 24.

With world-class speed, first-year Che Nwabuko looks to leave his mark on both Pitt football and track

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer March 28, 2023
For first-year Che Nwabuko, balance is everything. Nwabuko is a dual-sport athlete, playing both football and track and field for Pitt. But with Nwabuko’s work ethic, balancing two sports and college academics isn’t too challenging.
Pittsburghs Nino Bonaccorsi reacts after defeating South Dakota States Tanner Sloan during the championship round at the NCAA Division I wrestling championships Saturday, March 18, 2023, in Tulsa, Okla.

Nino Bonaccorsi makes history for Pitt wrestling, despite poor team performance

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 19, 2023
Nino Bonaccorsi dominated the NCAA tournament in Tulsa, Oklahoma this weekend, winning the 197-pound national championship. But the team as a whole failed to meet expectations, despite Bonaccorsi’s performance.
Pittsburghs Nino Bonaccorsi attempts to take down Riders Ethan Laird during a semifinal at the NCAA Division I wrestling championships Friday, March 17, 2023, in Tulsa, Okla.

Nino Bonaccorsi becomes first Panther to win a national title since 2008

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 18, 2023
Redshirt senior Nino Bonaccorsi became the first Panther since 2008 to win a national title. He defeated senior Tanner Sloan of South Dakota State 5-3 in the NCAA final on Saturday.
Lehighs Tate Samuelson turns Pittsburghs Reece Heller during day one of the NCAA Wrestling Championships 2023 at the BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. on Thursday, March 16, 2023.

Pitt wrestling finds success, disappointment on first day of NCAA tournament

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 17, 2023
The NCAA wrestling tournament kicked off in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Thursday. Pitt wrestling had an up-and-down first day, with some exciting victories and some disappointing defeats.
No. 29 Tyler Badgett wrestles his Iowa State opponent on Friday night.

Weekend Sports Recap | Women’s basketball picks up first ACC win, wrestling falls short to Iowa State

By Sara Meyer, Staff Writer February 6, 2023
Pitt athletics had a successful weekend during this winter season, with women’s basketball picking up their first ACC win and gymnastics dominating in the Backyard Brawl.
Pitt redshirt senior wrestler Nino Bonaccorsi at the 2021 NCAA Championships in St. Louis on the weekend of March 18, 2021.

Nino Bonaccorsi and Micky Phillippi reflect on storied careers for Pitt wrestling

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor February 3, 2023
Redshirt seniors Nino Bonaccorsi and Micky Phillippi both joined Pitt wrestling in 2017. Over the course of the past six and half years, the duo have cemented themselves as program legends.
Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada watches during NFL football practice on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex in Pittsburgh.

Take 5 | NFL playoffs on the horizon

By The Pitt News Staff January 12, 2023
In this week’s Take 5, The Pitt News Sports Desk takes a look at the NFL and Pitt football. Between NFL coach firings and draft predictions, the Sports Desk zones in on college and professional football.
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