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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

Pirates and Steelers Summer Report and their paths to contention

Pirates and Steelers Summer Report and their paths to contention

By James Carter, Staff Writer August 23, 2024

It’s an interesting time to cheer for Pittsburgh sports. All three of Pittsburgh’s franchises stand at different junctures of championship contention and are looking to pull the city out of a slump...

The Oakland Zoo is a spirited student section at Pitt sporting events such as Men’s Basketball game.

Get to know Pitt sports, traditions, rivals and teams with the most recent successes.

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor August 8, 2024

One of the most integral parts of college life is sports. They bring out school pride and are a fun thing to have in common with classmates. I’m not here to say it’s the most important thing during...

The Baierl Rec Center located in the Petersen Events Center.

A crash course in recreational activities at Pitt

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer August 7, 2024

To all the new Oaklanders looking to earn their stripes in physical activities around campus, you’re in the right place. Finding the space to play a sport or practice a recreational activity can get...

Students can spectate the pros such as the Steelers at Acrisure Stadium and the Pirates at PNC Park.

New student guide to Pittsburgh professional sporting events

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer August 6, 2024

Pittsburgh has no shortage of exciting sporting events. Whether it's cheering on the Steelers, the Pirates or the Penguins, getting decked out in black and gold is one of the best parts of being a Pitt...

Acrisure Stadium on the North Shore.

Pittsburgh set to tackle NFL Draft in 2026.

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor July 17, 2024

Each year, the NFL hosts a draft to field the next class of professional players. The annual event is set in a different city from the last, giving fans the opportunity to travel and see new environments...

The Pittsburgh Pirates celebrate after getting the final out of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Column | The Pittsburgh Pirates are finally fun again

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer July 16, 2024

The Pittsburgh Pirates have brought fun and excitement back to a fan base and city ready to watch winning baseball once again.  Last season, the Pirates finished fourth in the NL Central with a 76-86...

Everyone needs to take a deep breath about Caitlin Clark

Everyone needs to take a deep breath about Caitlin Clark

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer July 11, 2024

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has found herself in controversy, yet it is not her fault. Any action involving the former college basketball superstar and recent No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft...

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

Panthers succeed at NCAA track and field national championships

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer June 27, 2024

Pitt concluded its outdoor track and field season at the 2024 NCAA outdoor championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. Five Panthers traveled to the meet, and all were given the title of Honorable...

Column | First hand experience of a city minutes after winning a championship

Column | First hand experience of a city minutes after winning a championship

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer June 27, 2024

Elation was in the air. They had done it. The Celtics, after 16 years, had won their 18th championship.  I had the privilege of visiting Boston during the NBA Finals, specifically the day of Game 5...

First year guard Carlton Carrington (7) dribbles past a Canisius player during Pitt men's basketball game against Canisius on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.

Two Panthers ready to pounce into the NBA

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor June 25, 2024

The 2024 NBA draft is set to take place from June 26 to June 27,  with two Panthers making waves in the pool of potential future professionals.  Carlton Carrington  Carlton “Bub” Carrington...

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