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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
Senior libero Ashley Browske (4) cheers during Pitt volleyball’s game against Louisville on Oct. 23, 2022.

Column | Pitt volleyball lands No. 8 in 2023 recruiting class, must revamp at middle blocker

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • January 24, 2023
Pitt volleyball head coach Dan Fisher is gearing up for the future, boasting the country’s No. 8 ranked 2023 recruiting class. Sports Editor Richie Smiechowski takes a deep dive into next year's roster, highlighting the team’s remaining gaps.
Pittsburghs Rachel Fairbanks (10) spikes the ball against Louisvilles Claire Chaussee (9) and Amaya Tillman (25) during the semifinals of the NCAA volleyball tournament, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022 in Omaha, Neb.

Slow starts doom No. 2 Pitt in Final Four, drop to No. 1 Louisville in five sets

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • December 16, 2022
No. 2 Pitt volleyball couldn’t escape slow starts against No. 1 Louisville in the Final Four, as they fell in five sets to their conference foe. Louisville is the first ACC volleyball team to ever reach the National Championship.
Pitt volleyball players huddle up during a game against NC State on Sept. 25.

Preview | Pitt vs. Louisville in the battle for both national and ACC supremacy

By Richie Smiechowski, Sports Editor • December 15, 2022
With Pitt’s Final Four matchup against conference rival Louisville drawing closer, Sports Editor Richie Smiechowski provides keys to the game for both teams in the rubber match between ACC giants.
Pitt volleyball coach Dan Fisher yells during Pitts game against BYU in the second round of the NCAA womens volleyball tournament in the Petersen Events Center on Dec. 3.

‘We just found a way’: Pitt volleyball upsets No. 1 Wisconsin to advance to second consecutive Final Four

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • December 11, 2022
No. 2 Pitt volleyball pulled off a remarkable upset against the defending national champions, No. 1 Wisconsin, winning in a thrilling five set bout and moving on to their second consecutive Final Four.
Pitt sophomore setter Rachel Fairbanks (10) sets the ball at a game against Bowling Green State University at the Fitzgerald Field House in September.

Panthers overpower Florida in four sets, advance to third consecutive regional final

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • December 9, 2022
Pitt volleyball knocked off Florida in the third round of the NCAA tournament Thursday evening, winning 3-1 and advancing to their third consecutive Elite Eight. The Panthers will square off against Wisconsin on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET.
Redshirt junior outside hitter Valeria Vazquez Gomez (2) celebrates after Pitts win against BYU in the second round of the NCAA womens volleyball tournament in the Petersen Events Center Saturday night.

No. 2 Pitt sweeps No. 7 BYU in record-breaking fashion, advances to third consecutive Sweet 16

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • December 3, 2022
No. 2 Pitt volleyball looked dominant Saturday night in their second round NCAA tournament matchup against No. 7 BYU. The Panthers swept the Cougars behind record-setting performances from Courtney Buzzerio and Rachel Fairbanks.
Senior defensive specialist Ashley Browske (4) celebrates after Pitt scores during Pitts game against Colgate in the first round of the NCAA womens volleyball tournament in the Petersen Events Center Friday night.

No. 2 Panthers overpower Colgate, cruise to first round sweep in NCAA tournament

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • December 2, 2022
No. 2 Pitt volleyball was dominant in their first round NCAA tournament matchup against Colgate, sweeping the Raiders in an all-around impressive performance. The Panthers will take on No. 7 BYU tomorrow in the second round.
Pitt Panthers celebrate their win against Louisville on Sunday.

Pitt volleyball earns No. 2 seed for NCAA tourney, will host Colgate in first round

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • November 27, 2022
After finishing the season 27-3 and winning a share of the ACC title, the NCAA volleyball rankings committee awarded Pitt the No. 2 seed in Wisconsin’s region. The Panthers take on Colgate in the first round.
Pitt volleyball players celebrate during their game against American University at the Fitzgerald Field House on Sept. 9.

Column | Outlining the chaotic home stretch of the 2022 NCAA volleyball regular season

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • November 9, 2022
With just a handful of games remaining for the top eight teams in NCAA volleyball, the season is still far from over. Assistant sports editor Richie Smiechowski outlines the most chaotic possibilities for the country's top teams, encouraging fans to enjoy the ride.
Pitt sophomore setter Rachel Fairbanks (10) sets the ball at a game against Bowling Green State University at the Fitzgerald Field House in September.

No. 7 Pitt volleyball sweeps weekend, extends winning streak to 17

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • November 7, 2022
No. 7 Pitt volleyball dominated on the road this weekend, comfortably beating Syracuse and Boston College. These wins extended the Panthers’ winning streak to 17 games, and head coach Dan Fisher recorded career win no. 250 in the process.
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