ACC navigates pandemic-induced schedule changes
By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor
12:16 am
Both 2020 Panthers gamedays have gone relatively smoothly. Seven Panthers sat out the Austin Peay game due to COVID-19 protocols, and three sat out against Syracuse. But Pitt has avoided the dreaded postponed or cancelled games that follow large-scale outbreaks.
Panthers soccer open seasons in dominant fashion
By Marshall Worth, Staff Writer
12:10 am
In addition to Pitt football’s headline-grabbing win over conference rival Syracuse on Saturday, other Panthers teams boasted a dominant weekend. Men’s soccer routed Louisville on Saturday in its final home exhibition game before beginning the regular season, while women’s soccer traveled to Navy and picked up its fourth consecutive win.
Despite flaws, Pitt handles business in ACC opener
By Henry Jackson, Staff Writer
12:03 am
In a defensive showdown where yards were scarce and points were even harder to come by, Pitt ultimately took care of business by stifling Syracuse in a misleadingly close 21-10 win on Saturday afternoon.
Panther defense makes up for offensive woes to beat Syracuse 21-10
By Alex Lehmbeck, Sports Editor
September 19, 2020
In a game marked by offensive mishaps, Pitt (2-0, 1-0 ACC) beat conference rival Syracuse (0-2, 0-2 ACC) 21-10.
Preview: Panthers to squash Orange
By Tyler Mathes, Staff Writer
September 18, 2020
Coming off of a thunderous 55-0 win over Austin Peay to open the season, the Pitt Panthers (1-0, 0-0 ACC) host the Syracuse Orange (0-1, 0-1 ACC) tomorrow at 12:00 p.m. at Heinz Field.
Women’s soccer pick up third straight win off second half push
By Alexander Ganias, For The Pitt News
September 18, 2020
Pitt women's soccer defeated the Syracuse Orange 2-0 Saturday, their first 1-0 start in the ACC since 2015.
Panthers in the Pros: Week 1
By Marshall Worth, Staff Writer
September 18, 2020
The 2020 NFL season got underway last weekend, with numerous former Panthers shaking off the rust of the offseason and seeing the field for the first time since last winter. Here’s a rundown of how Pitt’s former players fared in the season’s commencing action.
Fall sports schedules to watch
By Marshall Worth, Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
After months of uncertainty, all of Pitt’s fall sports now have schedules and teams are beginning play.
Myles Alston looks to bring versatility for Pitt receiving corps
By Camryn Simons, Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
Ocean Lakes wide receiver Myles Alston became the newest addition to Pitt’s 2021 recruiting class when he tweeted his commitment in April.
Narduzzi talks gameday procedures, rushing attack and Syracuse at latest presser
By Alex Lehmbeck, Sports Editor
September 16, 2020
Narduzzi said that coming out of the tunnel to an empty Heinz Field felt different, expecting to see the band, cheerleaders and dance team forming a lane onto the field.