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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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Golden State Warriors’ Klay Thompson (11) drives to the hoop against New Orleans Pelicans’ E’Twaun Moore (55) and Anthony Davis (23) in the first quarter during their NBA game at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California, on Wednesday, Oct. 31.

Take 5: Bama, Blue Devils, Bryant

By The Pitt News Staff • November 7, 2018
Two dominant college programs staked claims as the best in their sport, while polarizing wide receiver Dez Bryant finally found a home. Read the full range of topics in this week’s Take 5 column:
Senior running back Qadree Ollison (30) carries the ball at Pitt’s 54-45 victory over Duke on Saturday.

Take 5: NFL, Le’Veon Bell, Hue’s farewell

By The Pitt News Staff • October 31, 2018
This week’s Take 5 column features two Pittsburgh-centric football storylines, including the Panthers’ quest for an ACC Coastal title and the Steelers’ success without Le’Veon Bell. In other news, a dark-horse Cy Young candidate has emerged for the 2019 MLB season and the Browns are still the Browns.
Ronda Rousey celebrates after a confrontation with Stephanie McMahon in April.

Column: WWE women thrive at ‘Evolution’ despite backstage politics

By Alexa Marzina, Staff Writer • October 28, 2018
WWE’s first all-women pay-per-view — properly dubbed “Evolution” to signify the transformation from divas from superstars — was a success, highlighted by Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch’s electric Last Woman Standing match.
Stadium Foods: The good, the bad and the crazy

Stadium Foods: The good, the bad and the crazy

By Andrew Kelly, Staff Writer • October 24, 2018
From NFL teams to minor league ball clubs, some organizations will try any promotion to get fans into their home stands — such as replacing burger buns with donuts.

Take 5: City of Stars, Cardiac Cleveland

By The Pitt News Staff • October 23, 2018
TPN’s weekly hot takes are here a little earlier this week, but it doesn’t stop our staff from voicing their opinions on pro-sports. From the city’s own Riverhounds to the Lakers’ Lebron James, our staffs takes will surely keep you in the loop with what is going on in the sports world.
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) is sacked for a loss by Dallas Cowboys defensive back Kavon Frazier (35) during the first half on Sept. 16 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Jim Cowsert/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS)

Take 5: Los Angeles, Le’Veon, no LeBron

By The Pitt News staff • October 17, 2018
As the NFL season nears its halfway point, Los Angeles’ two teams seem to be destined for a cross-city clash, while the Steelers’ Le’Veon Bell continues to divide public opinion.
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds in a huddle during a match against Cincinnati FC at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati on Sept. 1. (Image via Wikimedia Commons)

Column: Riverhounds strive for success as Pittsburgh’s pro soccer team

By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer • October 17, 2018
As the Riverhounds prepare to host a first-round playoff game Saturday — the first home postseason game in the club’s history — their achievements shouldn’t go unnoticed. How much success will it take for soccer to be among Pittsburgh’s sources of pride?
Tampa Bay quarterback Jameis Winston (3) attempts a pass in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sept. 24, 2017. (Carlos Gonzalez/Minneapolis Star Tribune/TNS)

Waiver Wire Weekly: Gabriel and Mack are best bets

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • October 16, 2018
If you happen to own Ben Roethlisberger, Antonio Brown and James Conner, fear not — these players should be able to fill in admirably in the NFL’s Week 7.
Golden State Warriors’ Kevin Durant (35) shoots over Houston Rockets’ James Harden (13) during the second quarter of Game 3 of the NBA Western Conference finals on May 20 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group/TNS)

2018 NBA Preview: Breaking down The Association’s hierarchy

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • October 16, 2018
In honor of the basketball returning, we broke down where each team stands heading into the 2018 NBA season.
The Philadelphia 76ers’ Markelle Fultz (20) shoots over the Washington Wizards’ Marcin Gortat (13) at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on October 18, 2017.

Take 5: Fultz, Futility, Finance

By The Pitt News staff • October 10, 2018
The Pitt News staff takes a look at each of America's three ongoing professional sports, from Markelle Fultz' improvement to the Bengals' false hopes.
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