Syracuse stifles Pitt men’s basketball, 74-63
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
January 19, 2019
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
After being down by as many as 20 in the second half, the Panthers clawed back to make it a single digit game before ultimately falling 74-63.
Syracuse uses strong second half to push past Pitt, 82-50
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
January 18, 2019
Filed under Sports, Top Stories, Women's Basketball
An ugly second half saw the Pitt women’s basketball team extend its ACC losing streak to 10 games, dating back to last season.
What are the odds: Don’t bet against Brees, Brady in championship weekend
By Colin Martin, Staff Writer
January 17, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
It's tough to bet against two Hall of Fame quarterbacks in Drew Brees in Tom Brady — so don't do it.
Take 5: Kyler Murray is hurting his career, transfer portal is making football fun
By Pitt News Staff
January 16, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Kyler Murray declared for the NFL Draft and in the end, it’s going to cause more harm than good. He won’t become the high draft selection he hoped for and the Oakland A’s will lose because they wasted their No. 9 pick in the 2018 MLB Draft. This moment in history will be known as “The Oakland Screw Job.”
Panthers in the Pros: Black, Perez, Washington, McDonough
By Stephen Thompson, staff writer
January 16, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
With 15 varsity sports, it is expected that some Pitt alums go on to become professional athletes. While some, like former Pitt football player James Conner, are more well known, there are still Panthers from all different sports performing at the professional level.
Pitt gymnasts embrace team environment
By Alexa Marzina, Staff Writer
January 16, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Sports Features
Most members of Pitt gymnastics spent their club careers striving for individual recognition and achievement. Now, they relish in being able to accomplish goals as a team.
Column: Pitt basketball’s rebuild is ahead of schedule
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
January 15, 2019
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Sports Columns
It was supposed to be a rebuilding year for Pitt basketball, but a nationally relevant defense and a couple star-caliber talents have the Panthers ahead of schedule.
Pitt upsets No. 11 Florida State 75-62
By Andrew Kelly, Staff Writer
January 15, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
First-year Trey McGowens notched his second 30 point game of his career in Pitt’s upset over Florida State on Monday night.
Pitt football hires Mark Whipple as next offensive coordinator
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
January 14, 2019
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
After 10 days without an offensive coordinator, the wait for a new Pitt play-caller is over — the football program announced Monday that Mark Whipple will fill the position.
Weekend Sports: Wrestling, gymnastics notch quality finishes
By Kate Hall and Trent Leonard
January 13, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Several of Pitt’s athletic teams put on a strong showing over weekend, with the gymnastics team breaking multiple program records and the wrestling team continuing its dominant start to the season.
Women’s basketball loses nail-biter to Boston College, 59-55
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
January 13, 2019
Filed under Sports, Top Stories, Women's Basketball
Pitt scored more than 50 points for the first time in ACC play this season, but it wasn’t enough to beat Boston College Sunday afternoon.
No. 15 NC State narrowly escapes with 86-80 win over Pitt
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
January 12, 2019
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
Panthers played exceptionally for most of the game, but made a few little mistakes that cost them what would have been a monumental second straight ACC win.
No. 8 Wolfpack mauls Pitt, 63-34
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
January 11, 2019
Filed under Sports, Top Stories, Women's Basketball
In a game which set a historically low scoring mark for the program, Pitt women’s basketball lost its second straight ACC game to No. 8 NC State, 63-34, on the road Thursday night.
What are the odds: Bet on Foles, Rivers in NFL playoffs
By Colin Martin, Staff Writer
January 10, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns, Top Stories
When it comes to the NFL playoffs, Nick Foles has proven that you should never bet against him.
Pitt to discontinue women’s tennis program
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
January 10, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Athletic director Heather Lyke announced that Pitt will be discontinuing its women's tennis program after the upcoming spring season.
Pitt ends ACC losing streak with 89-86 overtime win over Louisville
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
January 10, 2019
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt guard Trey McGowen broke a 39-year record and Pitt ended a 690 day losing streak on Wednesday night in its 89-86 win over Louisville.
Take 5: Football Drama, who should stay and who should go
By Staff
January 10, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
Even though the season just ended, college football is already full of drama. Is Tua Tagovailoa as good as everyone thinks he is? Will Justin Fields get the starting quarterback job at Ohio State? You can read what our writers think and more here.
Breaking down ACC competition for women’s basketball
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
January 9, 2019
Filed under Sports, Top Stories, Women's Basketball
The Panthers will need to take care of business against the ACC's bottom-feeders and hopefully steal a game or two from the conference’s middling teams.
Looking ahead at Pitt basketball’s ACC schedule
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
January 9, 2019
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
If the Panthers win just one of their next 17 games, it will be an improvement over last season, when they went winless in conference play for the first time ever.
WWE ‘TLC’ doesn’t take care of McIntyre, Ziggler
By Alexa Marzina, staff writer
January 8, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
A staff-writer takes a look at the WWE, arguing some of its top performers deserve to be treated better.
Pitt Gymnastics set to vault into season
By Kate Hall, staff writer
January 7, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Pitt Gymnastics has used its off season to get closer as a team in hopes of topping its fifth place finish at the NCAA regional championships last season.
Preview: Softball slides into spring season
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
January 7, 2019
Pitt softball saw its program soar to new heights in 2018. Under new head coach Jodi Hermanek, the Panthers hope to build upon that momentum in 2019.
Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, oh my!
By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer
January 6, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports Features
The facebook comment section of Pitt Athletics posts aren’t always the best place to hang out, but according to SID Julie Jurich, who is in charge of the social media, it usually isn't too bad. You can find out what all goes into the social media pages here.
Pitt baseball’s Bell looks to make noise in first season
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
January 6, 2019
For the first time since 1998, Pitt Baseball will have a new head coach. Mike Bell will be replacing former coach Joe Jordano, you can read about how the Panthers future looks under Bell here.
Panthers prowl during holiday hiatus
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
January 6, 2019
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
While the students were away, the Panthers’ student-athletes were out to play. You catch up on what you missed and read what Pitt accomplished over break here.
UNC slams Pitt, 85-60, in ACC opener
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
January 5, 2019
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
The Panthers battled briefly with the No. 15 team in the country before ultimately falling 85-60.
Panthers come up short to Stanford in Sun Bowl, 14-13
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
December 31, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
Despite out-gaining its opponent in nearly every facet of the game, the Pitt football team fell to Stanford, 14-13, in the Hyundai Sun Bowl Monday afternoon, thus failing to crack .500 for the second straight season.
Panthers band together in split performances
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
December 9, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Features
With Pitt's band split between three different locations on the weekend of Nov. 30, Director of Bands Brad Townsend had to get creative.
Pitt sports: A semester in review
By Kate Hall, Staff Writer
December 9, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
From playoff berths to championship games to championship titles, the Panthers have seen it all. Here is a recap of the biggest moments in Pitt sports this semester.
Mountaineers maul Pitt in Backyard Brawl, 69-59
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
December 8, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
Facing off against a team known for its suffocating defense, the young Panthers’ inexperience was on full display in a 69-59 loss to West Virginia Saturday afternoon in the 186th edition of the Backyard Brawl.
What are the Odds: Pittsburgh wins in Oakland, Army beats Navy
By Colin Martin, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
Filed under Sports
Another weekend, another opportunity to make some money. After going 2-4 last week, our in-house betting expert is looking to redeem himself with picks in the NFL, NBA and NCAA.
TPN staff breaks down bowl season
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
December 7, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
Who is going to make it to the National Championship? Will Pitt ever win again? You can find out what the Pitt News Sports Staff thinks here.
Panthers persevere over Fordham, 65-62
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
December 6, 2018
Filed under Sports, Women's Basketball
The Pitt women’s basketball team narrowly persevered against Fordham, defeating the Rams 65-62 at the Petersen Events Center Wednesday night.
Take 5: Kyler, KD, Cardinals
By The Pitt News Staff
December 6, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
Our Pitt News Sports staff had some things to rant about this week, from Pittsburgh figures who irk them to who should be taking home hardware during awards season.
Demetrius Thomas spearheads Pitt’s rise up the rankings
By Jack Clay, Staff Writer
December 6, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Features, Top Stories
Pitt’s wrestling team recently cracked the top 25 national rankings and new transfer Demetrius Thomas has been a big part of the program’s surge.
Navigating college football’s bowl season
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns, Top Stories
The sport is dominated by the playoff discussion around this time of year, but there are plenty of other marquee matchups that are worth your attention during this bowl season.
Preview: Track and field sprints into indoor season
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Last season, the Pitt men’s track and field team came in last place in the ACC indoor competition. while the women’s team finished 12th out of 15 teams. They believe they can drastically improve on that in 2018.
Waiver Wire Weekly: Welcome to Playoffs
By Adin Link, Staff Wrtier
December 4, 2018
Filed under Sports
It’s do or die time in fantasy football, if you are looking for some home players to pick up in order to put yourself in the best position to win your league, make sure you read this week’s Waiver Wire Weekly.
Panthers vs. Cardinal: Natural Selection at Work?
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
December 4, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
It’s official, Pitt will be playing Stanford in the Sun Bowl, the Panthers first bowl game in two years. After two tough loses, it will be the perfect place for Pitt’s seniors to leave their mark on the program.
Pitt drops close contest to Niagara, 71-70
By Andrew Kelly, Staff Writer
December 4, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
After being held scoreless for the first three minutes of their game on Monday, the Panthers lost their first game of the season at home on Monday night. Pitt tried to rally in the final second of the game, but it wasn't enough and Niagara won 71-70.
Volleyball ends season with tournament loss to Michigan
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
December 3, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
After losing in the second round of the NCAA tournament the past two years, Pitt volleyball thought 2018 was its year — but Michigan ended the Panthers’ dreams of dancing into the Sweet 16 on Saturday night.
Weekend Sports: Basketball and wrestling shine amid football and volleyball losses
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
December 3, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Men’s basketball beat Duquesne in the annual City Game and the wrestling team performed admirably at the Las Vegas Invitational, injecting some Panther pride into an otherwise bleak weekend.
Three takeaways from Pitt vs Clemson
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
December 2, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Sports Columns
The Panthers were held back by several factors, but there were a few bright spots to build on for the season finale and next year.
Panthers to take on Stanford in Sun Bowl
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
December 2, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Pitt football team will take on Stanford in the Hyundai Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas, Dec. 31.
Clemson clobbers Pitt, 42-10, in ACC Championship
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
December 2, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
In the end, the same weaknesses that plagued the Panthers all season — an anemic passing game and a tendency to shoot themselves in the foot — materialized Saturday night.
Pitt’s historic season ends in 3-2 loss to Michigan
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
December 1, 2018
Filed under Sports, Top Stories
Pitt's historic season came to end in its 3-2 loss against Michigan in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday.
Pitt sweeps Iona to move on to second round of NCAA Tournament
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
November 30, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Pitt Volleyball beat Iona to move onto the second round of the NCAA Tournament Friday.
Panthers handle Duquesne in City Game, 74-53
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 30, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
For the second straight year and 19th time in the past 21 meetings, the Pitt men’s basketball took down its crosstown rival Duquesne, 74-53, in the annual City Game Friday night at PPG Paints Arena.
What are the odds: Championship Weekend
By Colin Martin, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
Filed under Sports
If you’re already stressing out on whether you should take Alabama or Georgia in your Championship Weekend bets, don’t worry. Our weekly “What are the odds” column is here to help. With a 32-28 second this season, count on this to help make you money this weekend.
Panthers will be no match for playoff-bound Tigers
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt Football is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re gonna get. After coming up just short of No. 3 Notre Dame and then getting blown out by unranked Miami, no one is sure what to expect from the Panthers this weekend.
Take 5: Browns, Buckeyes, Basketball
By The Pitt News Staff
November 29, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
The Browns and Bengals faced off in a revenge game, while the previously struggling Buckeyes suddenly looked like one of the nation’s best teams once again versus Michigan.
Column: Sweet 16 on the horizon for Pitt volleyball
By Kate Hall, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
This will be the team’s third consecutive appearance in the tournament and 14th appearance in team history — and fans can expect the Panthers to go further in this tournament than ever before.
Panthers show promise in 69-68 loss to Iowa
By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
Playing against the Iowa Hawkeyes as part of the ACC-Big Ten Challenge, the upstart Panthers led by six at halftime and took their ranked opponent right down to the wire in a back-and-forth affair.
Prince-Wright prospers in post-playing career
By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Features
Pitt became the place where former men's soccer player Joe Prince-Wright honed his true passion — journalism — as he earned a double-major in English writing and communication.
Volleyball to host opening tournament matches as No. 12 seed
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 28, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
For the first time in program history, Pitt’s volleyball team will host a playoff round, starting Friday, Nov. 29.
Takeaways: Pitt reverted back to its old self against Miami
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
November 27, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
While Pitt’s 24-3 loss against Miami on Saturday was far from good, the implications weren’t too bad. Aside from snapping its four game win streak, the loss will likely drop them from the top 25 rankings and give them a lesser bowl game. But Pitt will still be playing in the ACC Championship on Saturday.
Waiver Wire: It’s crunch time
By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 26, 2018
Filed under Sports
It’s the most important time of the year, fantasy football playoff time. To ensure you have who you need to make it in your fantasy football playoffs, check out Waiver Wire Weekly.
Panther Spotlight: Xavier Johnson, Danielle Garven, Nika Markovic
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Xavier Johnson and Danielle Garven have helped out Pitt’s basketball teams in the early going, while Nika Markovic led the volleyball team to a strong regular-season finish.
Thanksgiving Recap: Volleyball, basketball gobble up wins
By Kate Hall, Staff Writer
November 26, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Pitt football fell to Miami, but three other Panther sports picked up the slack with a winning Thanksgiving weekend both home and away.
Hurricanes blow Pitt away, 24-3, in regular-season finale
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 24, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Panthers didn’t look like themselves at Miami Saturday afternoon, earning just 200 total yards of offense and falling 24-3 to the Hurricanes.
Home away from home: How international athletes celebrate Thanksgiving
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 20, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports
International athletes on Pitt’s men’s and women’s basketball teams have learned to enjoy Thanksgiving, often spending the holiday with their team or going to a teammate’s house to celebrate.
Staff Picks: Much to be thankful for within Pitt Athletics
By Staff
November 19, 2018
Filed under Sports
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, The Pitt News Sports Staff took some time to reflect on what they are thankful for when it comes to Pitt Athletics.
Rousey takes the belt in WWE’s Survivor Series
By Alexa Marzina, Staff Writer
November 19, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns, Uncategorized
In a controversial match, Charlotte Flair was ultimately disqualified from the WWE's Survivor Series and Ronda Rousey snatched the belt.
Takeaways from Pitt’s Coastal-clinching win over Wake Forest
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 19, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Pitt football team whipped Wake Forest Saturday, 34-13, to earn the Panthers’ first-ever ACC Coastal title.
Weekend Sports: Volleyball clinches second straight ACC title
By Kate Hall, For the Pitt News
November 19, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Records were broken and ACC championships were clinched over the weekend, showing a promising future for the programs heading into the winter seasons.
Panthers overcome UNA, 71-66, to win fifth straight
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
November 18, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
Pitt men’s basketball is off to its best start in the three years after beating North Alabama 71-66 at the Petersen Events Center Saturday afternoon to improve to 5-0 in the young season.
Panthers exorcise Demon Deacons 34-13, clinch Coastal
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 17, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Sophomore quarterback Kenny Pickett set new career highs in passing yardage and touchdowns as the Panthers knocked off Wake Forest to clinch their first ACC Coastal title in program history.
Wilson-Frame, Toney Lead Panthers Past UCA Bears 97-71
By Andrew Kelly and Stephen Thompson
November 16, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
Pitt Basketball is already week of last year’s team in terms of wins. The Panthers won their fourth game, a 97-71 win over the University of Central Arkansas, on Nov., 15. Last year, the Panthers didn’t win their fourth game until Dec. 1.
Pitt seniors will be remembered for consistency and leadership
By Sami Abu-Obaid, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Panther’s seniors can be credited for Pitt’s miraculous turnover and record breaking season. Head Coach Pat Narduzzi will use this senior group as an example for years to come and will remember the first class he coached from freshmen to seniors for one thing — their work ethic.
What are the odds: Pittsburgh will come out on top
By Colin Martin, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
Filed under Sports
Another week is over which means it’s time to start placing your bets on weekend sports. It looks likely both Pittsburgh football teams will come back with victories.
Panthers to unleash the demon on Wake Forest
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
With a run game that can’t be stopped and a quarterback who is quietly improving, it is looking hopeful that Pitt will continue making history by clinching the first ACC Championship appearance in program history.
Sail to Pitt: PSC thrives on and off campus
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 15, 2018
Filed under Club Sports, Sports, Sports Features
Despite the University’s lack of space for boat-based activities, the Pitt Sailing Club is indeed alive and thriving, with a membership of 62 students.
Minor leaguers recount major inconveniences
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Editor
November 15, 2018
Filed under Sports
Before you can live like a professional baseball player, you have to get through some tough years in the minor leagues. That means long bus rides, living with host families and at times sleeping with bed bugs.
YSU Penguins freeze Pitt women’s basketball, 64-55
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 14, 2018
Filed under Sports, Women's Basketball
The Pitt women’s basketball team dropped fell to 1-2 Tuesday evening, shooting just 35 percent from the field in a 64-55 loss to YSU.
Take 5: Bell, Butler, Brees
By The Pitt News Staff
November 14, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
Does Pitt football deserve to be ranked? Did Le’Veon Bell make the right decision? Our staff answers these questions and more in this week’s Take 5.
Record-setting Valerie Daigneault leads Pitt’s pool-dwellers
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
November 14, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Features, Swimming and Diving, Top Stories
In two and a half seasons at Pitt, Valerie Daigneault has broken six swim team records — four relay events and two solo events. She started this season undefeated through nine races.
Jewish athletes at Pitt reflect on Tree of Life shooting
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
November 14, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Features
The morning of Oct. 27 seemed like just another Saturday for Pitt’s swimming and diving coach and his two Jewish swimmers. But an evil act quickly turned it into anything but.
Pitt remains undefeated with 84-75 win over Troy
By Trent Leonard and Stephen Thompson
November 13, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
From the high scoring offense to the smothering defense, Pitt Men’s Basketball once again showed its not the same team as last year when it beat Troy 84-75 on Monday. You can read the full recap of last night’s game here.
Waiver Wire Weekly: Countdown to Fantasy Playoffs
By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
Filed under Sports
With Fantasy Football Playoffs right around the corner, it’s more important than ever to make sure you have the best players. Rashaad Penny and Jeff Heuerman both had their best games last week and are looking like two players you will want to have if you want to finish out the season strong. You can read more about what players to take here.
Pitt poised to win first ACC Championship
By Tyler Moran, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt was picked to finish fifth in the ACC Coastal Division preseason polls. Now, they are at the top of the ACC Coastal and are only one win away from making history and becoming the first team in program history to make it to the ACC Championships.
Weekend Sports: Women’s basketball, volleyball win big
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Pitt sports had an impressive weekend collectively, as all six teams playing were victorious in one way or another.
Unproven Panthers show drastic improvement
By Andrew Kelly, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Sports Columns
The Pitt men's basketball team looks great when you compare this Pitt team to where last year’s team was at this point. The 2017 Panthers started out 0-2, losing to the similarly low-level squads of Navy and Montana.
GALLERY: Pitt Panthers defeat Virginia Tech Hokies, 52-22
By TPN Staff
November 10, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Visual
Pitt Panthers defeat Virginia Tech Hokies, 52-22, during their last home game of the season Nov. 10.
Panthers run wild on Hokies, win 52-22 in Coastal clash
By Sami Abu-Obaid, Staff Writer
November 10, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt made history in its final home game of the season, racking up the most offensive yards, the longest play and the first time going undefeated in the ACC at home in program history.
What are the odds: Pitt will run over the Hokies
By Collin Martin, Staff Writer
November 9, 2018
Filed under Sports
A lot has happened in the NFL this past week. The LA Rams are no longer undefeated and are going up against Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks. The Dallas Cowboys got Amari Cooper, but the Eagles now have Golden Tate. If those have you asking who you should bet on this week, don’t worry, we have your answers here.
Football Prediction: Pitt will come out on top 34-26
By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer
November 9, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt has been dominate at home this season, averaging 40.7 points and 295.7 yards per game. The only question is, will the Panthers be able to continue that streak when it matters most? Read here to see what you can expect from the Panthers when they face Virginia Tech this Saturday.
Knights knock off Panthers, 61-58, in first game
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
Filed under Sports, Women's Basketball
In a back-and-forth contest that saw eight lead changes, the Pitt women’s basketball team ultimately fell 61-58 in their season opener to UCF Wednesday morning.
Take 5: Bama, Blue Devils, Bryant
By The Pitt News Staff
November 7, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
Two dominant college programs staked claims as the best in their sport, while polarizing wide receiver Dez Bryant finally found a home. Read the full range of topics in this week’s Take 5 column:
First-year guards lead Pitt past Penguins, 69-53, in opener
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under 3. Breaking, Men's Basketball, Sports
First-year guards Trey McGowens and Xavier Johnson led the Panthers with 17 and 16 points, respectively, and the Panthers scored 27 fast-break points en route to a comfortable 16-point victory.
Waiver Wire Weekly: Cleveland Browns look promising under new leadership
By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 6, 2018
Filed under Sports
Baker Mayfield scored his third-highest fantasy total so far this season last week and under new leadership, this could just be the start for the first year quarterback and teammate Duke Johnson.
Takeaways: Pitt running into ACC Championship Contention
By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer
November 6, 2018
Pitt had one of its performances of the year on both sides of the ball and on the road last Friday. The Panthers emerging defense held a hot Virginia offense to 44 rushing yards and earned its first road win of the season.
Preview: Men’s team can only go up from 2017
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 5, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
Even if the new-look Panthers only win one ACC game this season, it will still be an improvement over 2017's disastrous campaign.
Duke ends Pitt men’s soccer’s historic season
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Coming off its first ACC tournament win in program history, Pitt men’s soccer had all the momentum it needed to upset No. 7 Duke. But after 110 minutes of scoreless play, time ran out and the Panther’s Cinderella story was ended on penalty kicks.
Danielle Garven, a constant amid change
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Editor
November 5, 2018
Filed under Sports, Women's Basketball
When news came out in April that former head coach Suzie McConnell-Serio was fired, Danielle Garven had a big decision to make. Would she stay at Pitt, or would she transfer for the third time? She decided to stay and knowing she made the right choice is ready to make an impact on the court this season.
Preview: Experienced core looks to lead women’s basketball
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under Sports, Top Stories, Women's Basketball
Pitt's women's basketball team is looking to once again make a new for itself under first year head coach Lance White. The team has five seniors set to come back and help the Panthers once again achieve a winning record.
Panthers to push the pace under new coach Capel
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
Capel and his new coaching staff stressed strength and stamina. He wants his Pitt teams to play in the same mold of his teams at Oklahoma — force turnovers, get out in transition and play fast.
Weekend Recap: Wrestling starts season and Daigneault continues to roll
By Jack Clay, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Valerie Daigneault is undefeated in her swimming events so far this season. The volleyball team improved to 25-1 on the season and the wrestling team only has one more week until their season begins. You can read about all of that and more in this week’s weekend sports recap.
Ellison to lead Pitt despite hiatus
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Editor
November 4, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
Malik Ellison doesn’t count last Thursday’s exhibition game as his first real game, he’s looking forward to tomorrow. It may have been over a year since he last stepped on the court to play in a regular season game, but the captain isn’t nervous, in fact, he’s more confident than ever.
Panthers win 23-13, leapfrog Va. in ACC Coastal
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 3, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The sloppy field conditions were perfectly suited for the Panthers, who pounded the ball on the ground and stifled Virginia’s offense en route to a 23-13 victory.
Weekly Pick ’Em: TPN staff takes on ACC Week 9
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 1, 2018
Filed under Sports
Our staff takes a look at the upcoming slate of ACC football games, headlined by Pitt’s high-stakes clash with Virginia Friday night. Elsewhere in the conference, No. 24 Boston College travels to Virginia Tech for what our staff believes will be a very close game, while undefeated Clemson hosts Louisville in what could quickly become a blowout of epic proportions.