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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Junior attacker Jenna Hendrickson (36) chases after her opponent at the women’s lacrosse game versus UNC at Highmark Stadium on Saturday, Apr. 13.

Welcome to the party: The PLL announces addition of a professional women’s league

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

In recent years, lacrosse has been labeled one of the “fastest-growing sports globally.” Youth, high school and collegiate programs have gained popularity worldwide, and with that, have amassed large...

Forbes Field: An underrated on-campus gem

Forbes Field: An underrated on-campus gem

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer December 2, 2024

As students walk around Pitt’s campus, most don’t realize the history they are standing on. The campus is home to some of the richest baseball history in the United States.  Though not much remains...

Pitt volleyball poses with the ACC Championship trophy following their win against Georgia Tech in the Fitzgerald Field House on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Final grades for fall sports teams

By James Carter, Staff Writer December 2, 2024

For some, the start of finals week means spending hours upon hours studying for exams and working on projects, pulling all-night cram sessions and drinking enough caffeine to drown an elephant. For Pitt’s...

Sophomore right-side hitter Olivia Babcock (5) prepares to hit the ball during the volleyball game against Georgia Tech in the Fitzgerald Field House on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Pitt volleyball takes home nine All-ACC honors

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor December 2, 2024

Pitt volleyball earned multiple prestigious ACC honors for its performance in the 2024 regular season.  Pitt already earned an outright ACC Championship in conference play by going 19-1. Every Pitt...

Graduate-student guard Damian Dunn (1) shoots the ball during the Pitt men's basketball game against West Virginia in the Petersen Events Center on Friday, Nov. 15.

Panther hoops clawing through national rankings

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor December 2, 2024

At 7-1 through week five of college hoops, Pitt men’s basketball is making their name known as one of the best teams in the country. The Panthers sit at No. 18 in the AP Poll, No. 19 in the Coaches Poll...

Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe (15) prepares to dunk the ball during the basketball game against Murray State in the Petersen Events Center on Saturday, Nov. 9.

Takeaways | Pitt men’s basketball on track for strong season, will face road bumps

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor December 1, 2024

Thanksgiving break was a busy time for Pitt men’s basketball, and the Panthers took their opportunity and feasted — even coming back for seconds. Pitt went 2-1 in its three-game stint over the break,...

Pitt volleyball celebrates winning a set during the volleyball game against Georgia Tech in the Fitzgerald Field House on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Takeaways | Pitt volleyball is the team to beat before NCAA Tournament

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor December 1, 2024

Nothing changed for Pitt volleyball over the Thanksgiving break, as it just kept on winning. Pitt went 4-0 over the break with victories over Wake Forest, NC State, No. 3 Louisville and No. 19 Georgia...

Junior running back Desmond Reid (0) prepares to catch the ball at the Pitt football game against Virginia in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9.

Pitt football season ends on a sour note with two losses

By James Carter, Staff Writer December 1, 2024

If you missed Pitt football over Thanksgiving break, it was a good time to do so. What was once a record-setting season ended on a whimper as the Panthers dropped both contests over the break. With the...

Senior guard Bella Perkins (10) drives the ball down the court during the basketball game against Delaware State in the Petersen Events Center on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Stuck at the kids’ table: Pitt women’s basketball goes 0-3 over Thanksgiving break

By Kaitlyn Griffin, Staff Writer December 1, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball (5-4, 0-0 ACC) traveled to the U.S. Virgin Islands to face Kansas, Auburn and Northern Iowa in the Paradise Jam over Thanksgiving break. The Panthers made their first appearance...

First-year forward Lasse Dahl shoots ball against Kansas City on Sunday Dec. 1.

Pitt men’s soccer defeats Kansas City 3-2 in extra time, returning to the Elite Eight

By Alex Porter and Joshua Prescott December 1, 2024

No. 2 Pitt men’s soccer (14-5-0) triumphed on Sunday evening, knocking Kansas City (14-5-3) out in the Sweet Sixteen 3-2. This is the Panthers' fourth Elite Eight appearance in five years. The match...

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