The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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
Pitt volleyball players huddle up during a game against NC State on Sept. 25.

Grading Pitt Athletics teams for the 2022-23 year

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • April 19, 2023
After a long year, it’s time to give Pitt’s sports teams a final grade. Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes grades each Pitt team and gives Pitt Athletics a final GPA for the 2022-23 school year.
Richie Smiechowski tosses a volleyball in The Pitt News office.

Column | Finally, I can be a fan again

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • April 18, 2023
In his final article with The Pitt News, Sports Editor Richie Smiechowski reflects on his time with the desk and how he’s more than ready for the transition from volleyball beat writer to volleyball season ticket holder.
Pittsburgh Penguins' Jeff Carter, left, carries the puck behind the net as Columbus Blue Jackets' Emil Bemstrom defends during the third period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, April 13, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio.

Column | Keep the Penguins’ disappointing season in context

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer • April 18, 2023
The Penguins' reign of dominance is finally over, as the team missed the playoffs for the first time in 16 years. But Senior Staff Writer Zack Gibney argues that Penguins fans should not take the team’s dominance for granted.
Redshirt senior Jason Collier Jr. lifts junior Derrick Davis Jr. after a touchdown during the spring game at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday.

Pitt football showcases depth of its roster at annual spring game

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • April 16, 2023
The Panthers’ returned to Acrisure Stadium on Saturday for their annual Blue-Gold spring game. Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes offers his takeaways from the contest.
A pile of Pitt footballs.

Column | Where Pitt football’s NFL prospects should land

By Matthew Scabilloni, Staff Writer • April 13, 2023
The NFL Draft is on the horizon. With several prospects hoping to hear their names called, Pitt football will have a busy draft night. Staff Writer Matthew Scabilloni breaks down where Pitt’s prospects should lane.
Pitt football helmets.

Column | Pitt football needs to seriously consider starting Christian Veilleux or Nate Yarnell at quarterback in 2023

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor • April 5, 2023
Just like last offseason, Pitt football finds itself in the midst of a quarterback battle. Phil Jurkovec is the clear favorite, but the Panthers should not rule out Christian Veilleux and Nate Yarnell for the starting job.
Head basketball coach Jeff Capel watches from the bench as a penalty call dashes the Panthers’ hopes to upset Louisville in January 2020.

Column | Pitt fans owe Jeff Capel an apology

By Mason Carter, Staff Writer • March 14, 2023
Following Pitt basketball’s disappointing 2021-22 campaign, many Panther fans called for the program to move on from head coach Jeff Capel. But now, as the Panthers are on the brink of appearing in the NCAA tournament, it’s clear Panther fans were wrong about Capel.
The Pitt Women’s basketball team listens to senior Emy Hayford in the huddle.

Take 5 | March Madness and GOAT debates on the horizon

By The Pitt News Staff • February 23, 2023
In this week’s Take 5, The Pitt News Sports Desk gives their takes on March Madness, NFL GOAT debates and more.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz.

Column | Officiating controversies and GOAT debates following Super Bowl 57

By David Scott, Staff Writer • February 13, 2023
The Kansas City Chiefs claimed the Lombardi trophy on Sunday night, following their 38-35 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. From officiating controversies to GOAT debates, staff writer David Scott breaks down his takes on the big game.
Pittsburgh Steelers fullback Derek Watt, right, celebrates with his brother T.J. Watt after scoring during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023.

Column | Moves the Steelers should make this off-season

By David Scott, Staff Writer • February 6, 2023
Following an up-and-down 2022-23 campaign, the Steelers head into the offseason looking to make improvements. Staff writer David Scott looks at potential moves Pittsburgh should make this offseason.
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