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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Win over GT showcases sorely needed skills

Win over GT showcases sorely needed skills

By Nick Farabaugh, For the Pitt News • February 10, 2020
From an electric scoring performance by budding star and first-year forward Justin Champagnie, to the evolving, enigmatic nature of sophomore guards Trey McGowens and Xavier Johnson, here are some observations from Pitt’s 73-64 victory over Georgia Tech.
First-year guard Dayshanette Harris led the Panthers with seven points in the opening period before being elbowed in the face by Irish senior guard Kaitlin Cole midway through the second quarter.

Injuries sink Pitt offense at Notre Dame

By Dominic Campbell, Senior Staff Writer • February 10, 2020
Pitt women’s basketball entered Sunday’s game against rival Notre Dame hoping to get revenge for its close, early-January loss to the Irish. Despite a strong start, Pitt’s shooting struggles and a key injury handicapped the team on its way to another big defeat, 74-52 in South Bend, Indiana.
First-year forward Justin Champagnie recorded another double-double, with 20 points and 11 rebounds, both team highs.

Champagnie’s scorching scoring carries Pitt to 73-64 win over GT

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 8, 2020
The Panthers have struggled to carry success through difficult moments. But on Saturday an 8-0 run late in the second half clinched a victory in which they played beyond their youthful reputation.
Alex Geiger serves as assistant director of creative content as a member of the Pitt men’s basketball coaching staff.

Pitt creatives lead new fight in recruiting wars

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 6, 2020
The future of a college sports program is linked to its social media accounts. Now Pitt is trying to channel that power with one goal: “Get Pitt on their mind.”
First-year forward Justin Champagnie recorded another double-double, with 20 points and 11 rebounds, both team highs.

Irish chase Pitt in second half, win 80-72

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 6, 2020
After a back-and-forth opening 20 minutes, Notre Dame escaped with a crucial 80-72 win to begin the second half of the conference schedule.
First-year forward Abdoul Karim Coulibaly at Sunday’s 62-57 victory over Miami.

Change a constant in Coulibaly’s basketball journey

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 5, 2020
Raised in Mali’s capital city, Pitt forward Abdoul Karim Coulibaly took the road less traveled and hasn’t looked back.
Sophomore Xavier Johnson (1) during Pitt’s 73-68 loss to Louisville in January.

Upcoming stretch could make or break Pitt basketball’s season

By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer • February 5, 2020
Pitt men’s basketball faces four upcoming opponents with similar records, giving the Panthers a chance to either separate from their ACC competitors or fall into the conference cellar.
Au’Diese Toney prepares to shoot against Miami Sunday afternoon.

Sophomore stars come up clutch in 62-57 win vs. Miami

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 2, 2020
The Panthers (14-8 overall, 5-6 ACC) had dropped seven straight to the Hurricanes (11-10 overall, 3-7 ACC) before defeating the Hurricanes, 62-57, at the Petersen Events Center this weekend. 
Men’s basketball coach Jeff Capel added five-star combo guard Jalen Hood-Schifino in late December. Capel is looking to score the highest ranked class of his tenure at Pitt.

Pitt getting back on track with latest recruiting cycle

By Tyler Moran, Staff Writer • January 30, 2020
The latest Pitt recruiting cycle has been unusually generous, with both football and basketball nabbing some of their highest rated recruits in recent memory.
Sophomore guard Au’Diese Toney looks for his next move between Boston College’s defense.

Toney, Coulibaly display growth despite Duke loss

By Kyle Saxon, Staff Writer • January 30, 2020
While Pitt had its downfalls in Tuesday's Duke loss, a double-digit margin of defeat does not adequately tell the whole story.
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