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The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Senior second baseman Kat Rodriguez (33) runs to first after a bunt during Friday evening’s game against Louisville at Vartabedian Field.

Pitt softball looks to build on first ACC win

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

Pitt softball (9-24, 1-11 ACC) dropped the weekend series to Louisville (22-14. 3-6 ACC). Despite losing the series at home, the Panthers picked up their first ACC win of the season — halting a 10-game...

Redshirt sophomore catcher KK Esparza celebrates a home run during Friday evening’s game against Louisville at Vartabedian Field.

Photos: Pitt softball falters against Louisville

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor April 1, 2024

Pitt softball ended the weekend with a 1-2 record against the Louisville Cardinals. The Panthers narrowly lost 2-3 on Friday evening despite putting up early runs in the first and second inning. Pitt’s...

Sophomore defender Jackson Gilman (2) heads a ball during Saturday afternoon’s game against UVA at Ambrose Urbanic Field.

Photos: Pitt MSOC competes against Virginia

By Kaylee Uribe, Senior Staff Photographer April 1, 2024

Pitt men’s soccer played a spring preseason game against the University of Virginia on Saturday afternoon at Ambrose Urbanic Field.

Junior guard Ishmael Leggett (5) high-fives other Pitt players during Pitt mens basketballs game against Canisius on Dec. 9, 2023.

Column | ACC’s wins in tournament proves Pitt should’ve made it in

By Patrick Diana, Staff Writer April 1, 2024

Selection Sunday is a national holiday among sports fans. While some teams are all but expecting a ticket, or have gained one through conference titles, the rest of the tournament hopefuls await that fateful...

First-year third baseman Jordan George (10) high-fives junior pitcher Kyra Pittman (8) during Friday evening’s game against Louisville at Vartabedian Field.

Pitt athletics has an up-and-down weekend

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer April 1, 2024

This weekend was up and down for Pitt athletics. Pitt squads saw major successes and multiple recognitions in swimming and diving and track and field. But the Panthers also faced devastating blows in baseball,...

Sophomore defender Jackson Gilman (2) dribbles the ball against the Pittsburgh Riverhounds at Highmark Stadium on Feb. 24.

Pitt athletics finish March with a full weekend

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer March 29, 2024

As the weekend approaches, Pitt athletics prepares for a pivotal weekend of conference play and spring scrimmages. Swim and dive After Thursday's preliminary rounds of the NCAA Men’s National Swimming...

Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams throws during the NCAA college football teams NFL Pro Day in Los Angeles on March 20.

Take 4 | NFL rule changes, Steelers and Caleb Williams

By The Pitt News Staff March 29, 2024

In this week’s Take 4, The Pitt News Sports Desk gives its take on the sports world, including polarizing takes on Caleb Williams. Bears should draft Maye, not Williams // Ari Meyer, Staff Writer With...

A member of Pitts swimming and diving team goes up for air while swimming during a meet against Army in Trees Hall on Sept 22, 2023.

Pitt swim and dive competes on national stage this week

By Aidan Kasner, Senior Staff Writer March 28, 2024

Pitt women’s swim and dive team traveled to Athens, Georgia, this weekend to compete in the NCAA women’s swim and dive championships. Four Panthers were present at the championships, with successful...

Junior pitcher Adriana Romano (16) winds up for a pitch during Saturday afternoon’s game against Florida State at Vartabedian Field.

Jenny Allard knows Pitt softball must ‘Dig Deep’ to compete in the ACC

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer March 27, 2024

Pitt softball’s first-year head coach Jenny Allard sought a new challenge at Pitt. After 29 seasons of success at Harvard, the legendary coach contemplated retirement.  With nine Ivy League championships,...

Pitt forward Ryan Luther drives to the hoop during the Panther’s 2016 loss against Duquesne in the City Game.

Counterpoint | The City Game is pointless

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor March 27, 2024

This column is part of a point-counterpoint series. To read the opposing side, click here. What was once the City Game held between Pitt men’s basketball and Duquesne is a storied rivalry with over...

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