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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
Graduate midfielder Lucas Rosa (6) and Valentin Noel (8) celebrate at the Pitt men's soccer game versus West Virginia on Aug. 29.

Preview: Pitt men’s soccer gears up for NCAA tournament

By Brian Sherry, Senior Staff Writer • November 14, 2022
Pitt men’s soccer will take on Cleveland State on Nov. 17 in the NCAA tournament first round. Senior staff writer Brian Sherry breaks down the Panthers matchup and teams to look out for.
Ellie Coffield (4), Pitt sophomore midfielder, and Kaya Schultz (24), Buffalo sophomore midfielder, compete for the ball during Saturday’s game.

Pitt women’s soccer earns first NCAA Tournament win against Buffalo

By Sara Meyer, Staff Writer • November 14, 2022
No. 4 Pitt women’s soccer made history Saturday night, shutting out the Buffalo Bulls 1-0 and advancing to the second round of the NCAA Championship.
Pitt sophomore midfielder Bri Hilsenteger (14) prepares to bump the ball during a game against Miami at Ambrose Urbanic Field in September.

Pitt women’s soccer ‘next-player-up’ mentality sets itself up for first National Tournament appearance

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer • November 11, 2022
Pitt women’s soccer lost some of its key players over the course of the season. But the Panthers’ resilience has resulted in their first-ever National Tournament appearance. Pitt kicks off its journey against Buffalo on Saturday at 7 p.m.
A soccer ball on Pitt’s Ambrose Urbanic Field.

No. 24 Pitt men’s soccer moves on, win overtime battle against NC State in first round of ACC tournament

By Brian Sherry, Staff Writer • November 2, 2022
No. 24 Pitt men’s soccer pulled out a late 4-1 victory against NC State Wednesday night at Ambrose Urbanic Field in the first round of the ACC tournament. Michael Sullivan scored the game winner for the Panthers in the first overtime period.
Pitt senior defender Athalie Palomo (17), right, runs for the ball during Thursday night’s game against Clemson.

Pitt women’s soccer clinches spot in ACC Tournament with 0-0 draw against Clemson

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer • October 28, 2022
Pitt women’s soccer is headed to the ACC Tournament for the first time in its history after a 0-0 draw with Clemson. The Panthers will take on Notre Dame in the first round on Sunday.
Pitt sophomore forward Sarah Schupansky (5) kicks the ball during Thursday’s game against Syracuse.

Pitt snaps winless streak, shuts out Syracuse at home

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer • October 20, 2022
The No. 20 Panthers bounced back after an underwhelming three-game road trip with a 2-0 shutout win against the Syracuse Orange.
Graduate defender Josh Luchini (19) battles for the ball with a Duquesne player Monday night.

Pitt dominates cross-town rival No. 25 Duquesne in 5-2 victory

By Brian Sherry, Staff Writer • October 17, 2022
Pitt men’s soccer dominated No. 25 Duquesne on Monday night at Ambrose Urbanic Field, running up the score on two late goals for the 5-2 victory.
Freshman defender Jackson Gilman (2) competes for the ball during the Pitt men’s soccer game vs. Denver Monday night.

Panthers struggle at home against Denver, escape with 2-2 draw

By Brian Sherry, Staff Writer • October 11, 2022
The Panthers men’s soccer team struggled on both sides of the ball against No. 10 Denver. Despite being outshot 8-11, the Panthers managed to force a 2-2 draw on a late penalty kick.
Graduate midfielder Ideal Shefqeti (15) bounces the ball off of his head during the Pitt men's soccer game vs. Akron in September.

Column | Pitt men’s soccer can still compete, but the clock is ticking

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer • October 10, 2022
Pitt men’s soccer is once again in the hunt for an ACC Championship this season, but have struggled this season in comparison to the past few years. Staff writer Alexander Ganais argues that their window may be closing to win a national title.
Graduate midfielder Lucas Rosa (6) and Valentin Noel (8) celebrate at the Pitt men's soccer game versus West Virginia Monday night.

Pitt-Clemson men’s soccer match ends in confusion, draw 1-1

By Brian Sherry, Staff Writer • October 8, 2022
Pitt men’s soccer battled to a draw against defending national champions No. 23 Clemson Tigers. The game ended on a low note for fans, as the referees ended the game with 11 seconds remaining on the scoreboard.
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