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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

Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe (15) celebrates his first basket of the game during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Clemson at the Petersen Events Center on Jan. 18.

Take Four | The Pitt News Sports Desk talks March Madness, football and more

By The Pitt News Staff February 21, 2025

In this edition of Take Four, The Pitt News Sports Desk provides its hot takes on potential NCAA Cinderella teams, the Steelers’ chances of making the Super Bowl and more.  Clemson is due for another...

United States goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) covers up the puck as Finland's Anton Lundell (15) and the U.S.' Brock Faber (14) come in for the rebound during second period in the 4 Nations Face-Off hockey action in Montreal on Thursday, Feb. 13.

Column | NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off is its best idea in years

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

When National Hockey League commissioner Gary Bettman first announced the creation of a limited international tournament, the reaction was a bit mixed.  The 4 Nations Face-Off, which features the United...

PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates selected Henry Davis with the first overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft.

Column | Nick Gonzales is the X-factor for Pirates in 2025

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer February 18, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a pretty frustrating team. The Pirates had the incredible luck of drafting Paul Skenes, a generational ace, who fell right into their lap. Skenes has since taken charge of a...

Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) displays the ACC Championship trophy.

Column | Which Pitt athletes would make the best beer pong partners?

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

Twenty red solo cups, a six-foot table, four players, two ping-pong balls and a beer of your choice is the recipe for the most widely known drinking game to exist. Played at every fraternity house, backyard...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) smiles after the team scores against the Washington Wizards during the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Jan. 30, in Washington.

Point-Counterpoint | Does Bronny James belong in the NBA?

By Ava Nicholas and Ari Meyer February 4, 2025

Bronny James is just another nepo baby // Ava Nicholas, Staff Writer Bronny James is a talented basketball player, but talent in and of itself does not justify having an NBA roster spot, and his stats...

Pitt football strategizes at the football game in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.

Pitt football faces tough road to glory in 2025

By Aidan Kasner and Matthew Scabilloni January 31, 2025

Earlier this week, Pitt football released its 2025 schedule, which features big-time rivalries and top-tier opponents. Saturday, Aug. 30 against Duquesne  This game is simply so cool. This battle...

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin on the sidelines in the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 8.

Point-Counterpoint | Should the Steelers move on from Mike Tomlin?

By Alex Porter and James Carter January 28, 2025

For the last 18 seasons, Mike Tomlin has led the Pittsburgh Steelers as their head coach. He’s had undisputable regular-season success, never finishing below .500, and has nabbed 11 playoff appearances....

Newly elected Baseball Hall of Fame inductees’ Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner signed backer boards are seen where their plaques will hang during a news conference Thursday, Jan. 23 in Cooperstown, N.Y.

TikTok, NFL and baseball in this week’s edition of Take Four

By The Pitt News Staff January 27, 2025

TikTok is back, and so are the best sports edits created // Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer  There are a lot of different ways that sports fans can consume different forms of media of their favorite...

Column | Promotion and relegation in the MLS: Why it should happen — and why it won’t

Column | Promotion and relegation in the MLS: Why it should happen — and why it won’t

By Joshua Prescott, Staff Writer January 17, 2025

Since its inception in 1966, Major League Soccer has grown to become the home of soccer across North America. Yet, the absence of a promotion and relegation system — a hallmark of other leagues worldwide...

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams (23) stiff arms Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Glendale, Ariz.

Column | NFL playoffs, first-round wrap-up

By Sean McQuillan, Staff Writer January 17, 2025

The NFL Playoffs wild-card weekend extravaganza has concluded. Six teams are moving on for a chance to hoist the Lombardi Trophy, while six other teams are traveling to Cancún for a wonderful off-season...

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