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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

Pittsburgh Penguins' Noel Acciari (55) returns to the bench after scoring during the first period of a preseason NHL hockey game against the Columbus Blue Jackets in Pittsburgh, Friday, Oct. 4.

Penguins’ success hinges on their offseason bets cashing in

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer October 9, 2024

The opening day of free agency in the NHL is usually looked at as an indicator of a team’s plans for the upcoming season. If a team spends a lot of money, they likely have their eyes on the Stanley Cup....

Pitt men's soccer celebrates after defeating Dever on Monday.

No. 1 Pitt Men’s soccer shows its potential, dominates No. 6 Denver

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

No. 1 Pitt men’s soccer (10-1-0, 4-0 ACC) defeated No. 6 Denver (7-1-4, 2-0 SUMMIT) in a Monday night’s marquee matchup. Despite Denver ranking sixth in the United Soccer Coaches Poll, the Pioneers...

Daniel Carter walks toward the Pitt band after the Backyard Brawl on Saturday, Sept. 14.

Stargazing Pitt football is ranked and sailing at full tilt

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer October 7, 2024

Pitt football is sailing into uncharted territory under head coach Pat Narduzzi. The Panthers are 5-0 for the first time since 1991 after defeating North Carolina this past weekend. Despite being in new...

Redshirt junior wide receiver Raphael Williams Jr. (5) runs onto the football field alongside his teammates.

Takeaways from Pitt’s victory in Chapel Hill

By James Carter, Staff Writer October 6, 2024

No. 22 Pitt football has broken the curse and defeated UNC in Chapel Hill for the first time in program history. In the process, the Panthers have secured their first 5-0 start since 1991.  While Pitt...

Sophomore right side hitter Olivia Babcock (5) serves the ball during a volleyball match.

Pitt volleyball drops first set of its season, but remains undefeated

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor October 6, 2024

No. 1 Pitt volleyball’s undefeated set streak ended on Friday as it dropped its 37th set played this season to .500 Boston College, 25-23, on Friday night. It’s not the quality of team many Pitt fans...

A Pitt player runs to third base during a baseball game.

Preview of Pitt’s non-fall sports

By Dan Adeyemi, Staff Writer October 6, 2024

As the academic year begins, Pitt’s non-fall athletic programs are gearing up for their respective seasons, bringing anticipation and excitement to the student body and Pittsburgh community. Each sport...

First-year pitcher Gwen Sparks (31) prepares to throw the ball at the softball game against RMU in Vartabedian Field on Saturday.

Pitt swim and dive, cross country and softball find success over the weekend

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer October 6, 2024

Pitt swimming and dive, cross country and softball all found success within their respective events in the Keystone State over the weekend.  Swim and dive The Panthers remained in Pittsburgh this...

Roc the Panther does push-ups while being held by Pitt cheerleaders at the football game against Youngstown State at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday.

They’re back: Pitt football claims No. 22 spot on AP Top 25

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor October 6, 2024

The Panthers are back. After an electric 5-0 start to the 2024 season, Pitt football find themselves back in the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2022. The ranking comes after a historic win on Saturday...

Players tackle each other to the ground during Saturday night's game against UNC at Acrisure Stadium.

Record breakers and history makers, Pitt football takes down North Carolina

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer October 5, 2024

Pitt (5-0, 1-0 ACC) left Chapel Hill victorious for the first time in school history with a 34-24 win over ACC opponent North Carolina (3-3, 0-2 ACC). The last time Pitt started 5-0 was 1991. Redshirt...

Junior running back Rodney Hammond Jr. (6) runs upfield during last season’s matchup against UNC at Acrisure Stadium.

Pitt football ready to put the nation on notice against North Carolina

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer October 3, 2024

Pitt football is undefeated heading into ACC play and, after a bye week, travels to North Carolina on Saturday for a noon kickoff.  Pitt has never walked out of Chapel Hill victorious in seven trips,...

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