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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

A Riverhounds player kicks the ball during Saturday evening’s game against the Pittsburgh Riverhounds at Highmark Stadium.

Photos: Men’s soccer kicks off spring preseason against Riverhounds

By Nate Yonamine, Assistant Visual Editor February 26, 2024

Pitt men’s soccer kicks off its spring preseason against the United Soccer League Pittsburgh Riverhounds on Saturday evening at Highmark Stadium.

Ashton Gordon dribbles down the field against Duke on Oct. 5, 2023 at Ambrose Urbanic Field.

Ashton Gordon expresses gratitude in her new role

By Lily Peters, Staff Writer February 9, 2024

Pitt women’s soccer had an undoubtedly great run in 2023. Achievements from the program include advancing to the NCAA Elite Eight for the first time in program history, ranking No. 6 in the final United...

First year midfielder Deborah Abiodun (8) strikes the ball during Saturday nights game against Ohio State in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Pitt women’s soccer finishes historic season with a heartbreaking defeat to No. 1 Florida State

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor November 25, 2023

Pitt women’s soccer finished their historic 2023 season with a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of juggernaut Florida State 3-0. The Panthers fell to the unbeaten Seminoles three times this season. The...

A play during the match against JMU at Ambrose Urbanic Field on Thursday night.

Pitt men’s soccer falls to James Madison 3-2 in NCAA Tournament first round

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer November 17, 2023

The air was filled with disappointment as the Pitt men’s soccer team fell to James Madison, 3-2 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday night at Ambrose Urbanic Field. The Panthers were...

First year defender Olivia Lee (20) celebrates with teammates after their win against Ohio State in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Petersen Sports Complex on Saturday.

Photos: No. 7 Pitt women’s soccer beats Ohio State 6-0 in first round of NCAA tournament

By Nate Yonamine, Senior Staff Photographer November 12, 2023

No. 7 seeded Pitt women's soccer shut out Ohio Sate 6-0 in the first round of the NCAA tournament this Saturday night at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Fifth year midfielder Landy Mertz (6) and senior midfielder Chloe Minas (15) celebrate together during Saturday nights game against Ohio State in the first round of the NCAA tournament at the Petersen Sports Complex.

No. 7 Pitt women’s soccer shuts out Ohio State 6-0 in first round of the NCAA tournament

By Sara Meyer, Staff Writer November 11, 2023

For the second consecutive year, Pitt hosted the first round of the NCAA College Cup tournament at Ambrose Urbanic Field on Saturday night. No. 7 seeded Pitt (15-5-1, 6-2-1 ACC) shut out Ohio State (9-8-2,...

Junior Mackenzie Evers (11) heads the soccer ball during the spring game against West Virginia on Wednesday, April 5.

No. 5 Pitt falls to No. 1 Florida State in the ACC semifinals

By Sara Meyer, Staff Writer November 3, 2023

For the first time in program history, No. 5 Pitt (14-5-1, 6-3-1 ACC) played in the semifinals of the ACC Championship Thursday evening against No. 1 Florida State (15-0-1, 10-0-1 ACC). The last time...

Sophomore forward Eben McIntyre (25) stumbles after losing possession of the ball during the ACC Championship tournament first round match against Louisville on Wednesday night at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Photos: Pitt men’s soccer falls 2-1 to Louisville in ACC Championship first round

By Ethan Shulman, Visual Editor November 2, 2023

Pitt men's soccer lost in overtime 2-1 to the Louisville Cardinals in the first round of the ACC Championship tournament on Wednesday night at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Junior Guard Bella Perkins (10) goes for a layup during Monday night’s exhibition game against Point Park in the Petersen Events Center.

Staff Picks | Pitt women’s basketball season predictions

By The Pitt News Staff November 1, 2023

With new head coach Tory Verdi at the helm, Pitt women’s basketball will look to make a big leap this season. The Pitt News sports desk gives its predictions for how the Panthers will fare in Verdi’s...

Junior midfielder Michael Sullivan (26) is tackled by an opposing player during the ACC Championship tournament first round match against Louisville on Wednesday night at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Pitt men’s soccer falls to Louisville 2-1 in overtime in ACC Tournament first round

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor November 1, 2023

Pitt men’s soccer was eliminated from the ACC Tournament on Wednesday night, falling 2-1 to Louisville in an overtime thriller at Ambrose Urbanic Field. The loss eliminated the Panthers from the tournament...

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