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The Pitt News

Redshirt junior forward Zack Austin (55) dunks the ball during Tuesday night’s game against Florida State in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Men’s basketball wins against Florida State 88–73

By Nate Yonamine, Assistant Visual Editor March 6, 2024

The Pitt Panthers defeated the Florida State Seminoles 88-73 on Tuesday night in the Petersen Events Center.

The Oakland Zoo attempts to distract Notre Dame players for a foul shot during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 4.

Oakland Zoo leaders reflect on season and upcoming tournaments

By James Carter, Staff Writer March 6, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball is having one of its most interesting seasons in recent memory. The Panthers’ return to the NCAA Tournament last season brought plenty of hype to students and fans of the program....

Head coach Jeff Capel speaks to the team during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 4.

Pitt men’s basketball path to March Madness

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor March 6, 2024

When the calendar turns to March, fans across the country begin to anticipate March Madness. The conclusion of the college basketball season is one of the most exciting — and sometimes heartbreaking...

Photos: Women’s basketball loses 58-84 to Boston College

By Nate Yonamine, Assistant Visual Editor March 4, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball loses during senior night and final home game against Boston College 58-85 on Sunday in the Petersen Events Center.

Senior midfielder Maureen McNierney (22) chases after a Louisville player during Saturday afternoon’s game at Highmark Stadium.

Photos: Lacrosse falls to Louisville 11-19

By Nate Yonamine, Assistant Visual Editor March 4, 2024

Pitt women’s lacrosse falls to the Louisville Cardinals 11-19 during Saturday afternoon’s game at Highmark Stadium.

First-year guard Carlton Carrington (7) dribbles against Louisville in the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 17.

Pitt men’s basketball cannot afford a slip up against Florida State

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer March 4, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball (19-10, 10-8 ACC) is gearing up for the final week of the regular season, which starts off with a home contest against Florida State (15-14, 9-9 ACC). The Panthers’ NCAA tournament...

Senior forward Gabby Hutcherson (0) dribbles the ball during Sunday afternoon’s game against Boston College in the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt women’s basketball falls to Boston College in last game of regular season

By Sara Meyer, Staff Writer March 4, 2024

Pitt women’s basketball (8-23, 2-16 ACC) closed out regular season play on Sunday afternoon at the Petersen’s Events Center against ACC foe Boston College (13-18, 5-13 ACC). But the Panthers couldn’t...

Redshirt junior forward Zack Austin (55) signals to teammates during a game against Virginia Tech in the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 24.

Pitt men’s basketball cruises past Boston College

By Lily Goldstein, Staff Writer March 4, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball traveled to Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, on Saturday to play a quad-two game against Boston College, looking to build on its ACC record with just two more games in the regular...

Sophomore guard Marley Washenitz (11) passes the ball during Thursday’s game against Florida State at the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt women’s basketball falls to Miami

By Kaitlyn Griffin, Staff Writer March 3, 2024

Coming off of a tough loss to No. 19 Syracuse, Pitt women's basketball (8-22, 2-15 ACC) looked to bounce back in their last away game of the season against Miami (18-10, 8-9 ACC) as the ACC tournament...

Pitt passes the ball in front of senior forward Blake Hinson (2) during Pitt mens basketballs game against Canisius on Dec. 9, 2023.

Pitt men’s basketball must recover to save tournament hopes

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer March 1, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball (18-10, 9-8 ACC) fell to the Clemson Tigers (20-8, 10-7 ACC) 69-62. As a matchup of two NCAA tournament hopefuls, the game served as a significant opportunity for either squad to...

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