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The Gold team dominated the Blue 30-0 in the 2021 Pitt football spring game, the Panthers' first intra-squad scrimmage since 2019.

Gold team dominates 2021 Pitt football spring game

April 24, 2021
Pitt senior right side hitter Chinaza Ndee reflected on the path that led her to this moment in front of reporters at a Zoom press conference last week. The team captain had just posted a 17-kill performance, boosting her team to a straight-set win over No. 14 Utah to advance to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen.

Panther star Chinaza Ndee embraces leadership role on and off the court

April 23, 2021
Pitt volleyball’s historic NCAA tournament run came to an end on Monday afternoon, and it happened in possibly the most heartbreaking way imaginable.

Panthers’ historic NCAA tournament run ends in heartbreaking fashion, losing 3-2 to No. 6 Washington

April 19, 2021
Pitt volleyball (18-4) shocked the entire sport on Sunday, outlasting Minnesota (16-3) in a five-set thriller 21-25, 25-23, 20-25, 25-21, 15-11. The Panthers will face Washington in the Elite Eight on Monday at noon.

Panthers shock No. 3 Minnesota in thrilling comeback, will face Washington in regional finals on Monday

April 19, 2021
Senior right side hitter Chinaza Ndee finished with a team high 17 kills on Thursday night.

Pitt volleyball advances to Sweet 16 for first time in program history

April 16, 2021
Senior outside hitter Kayla Lund put away three crucial kills at the end of the first set.

Panthers sweep Sharks, advance to NCAA tournament second round

April 15, 2021
Pitt volleyball’s NCAA tournament campaign begins on Wednesday at 10:30 p.m. against LIU and continues with Utah the next day if the team advances.

Fisher, Panthers aim to overcome history of early departures at NCAA tournament

April 14, 2021
Pitt star forward Amanda West was named ACC Women’s Soccer Player of the Week on Tuesday for her performance in the Panthers’ final game of the regular season against Kentucky.

Panthers receive recognitions across multiple sports

April 9, 2021
The Pitt Athletics primary Twitter account had 17 tweets in February surrounding Black History Month, with a greater volume of content coming toward the end of the month.

Pitt Athletics alums share concerns over Black History Month efforts

April 7, 2021
The Division I Women’s Volleyball Committee rewarded Pitt (16-4, 14-4 ACC) for its strong conclusion to the regular season, selecting the Panthers to their fifth straight NCAA tournament appearance. Pitt will meet Northeast Conference champion Long Island University (8-5, 8-4 NEC) in its first-round matchup on Wednesday, April 14, at 10:30 p.m.

Pitt volleyball earns NCAA tournament selection, will face LIU in first round

April 5, 2021
Pitt returned to form at the Fitzgerald Field House on Sunday, increasing its win streak to 10 with a 3-0 blowout against UNC.

Panthers overwhelm UNC 3-0 in final home match, extend win streak to 10

March 29, 2021
Pitt star forward Justin Champagnie announced on Tuesday that he will

Champagnie will “test the NBA Draft process;” final decision awaits

March 23, 2021
Defensive lineman Jaylen Twyman reacts after his bench press performance, pumping out 40 reps of 225 pounds on Wednesday.

Twyman, former Panthers showcase athleticism at 2021 Pitt Football Pro Day

March 19, 2021
Pitt volleyball’s historic NCAA tournament run came to an end on Monday afternoon, and it happened in possibly the most heartbreaking way imaginable.

Panthers shut down Yellow Jacket firepower in statement sweep, improve to 7-4

March 10, 2021
The East Atlantic Gymnastics League announced Thursday that Pitt will host the 2021 EAGL Championship, taking place at the Petersen Events Center on Saturday, March 20.

Petersen Events Center to host 2021 EAGL Championship

March 5, 2021
Woodruff's gold medal sits on display on the first floor of the Hillman Library.

[PHOTO] Pitt boasts rich track & field Olympic history

February 26, 2021
Au’Diese Toney pictured against Virginia Tech on Feb. 4.

Pitt announces Toney to transfer, second key departure in two days

February 25, 2021
Pitt men’s basketball fell short in a 74-73 loss to NC State on Wednesday, its sixth loss in seven games.

Pitt’s defensive deficiencies exposed in 74-73 loss to NC State

February 19, 2021
Left: Derek West in 2019. Thomas Yang | Senior Staff Photographer. Center: Connor Perry in 2018. Thomas Yang | Senior Staff Photographer. Right: RJ Freure in 2018. TPN file photo.

Pitt minor leaguers traverse obstacles on and off the field in pursuit of MLB dreams

February 17, 2021
Pitt football head coach Pat Narduzzi.

Satire: The love-hate relationship between Pitt fans and Pat Narduzzi

February 10, 2021

[VIDEO] VIDEO: Super Bowl LV Predictions

February 5, 2021
The Atlantic Coast Conference revealed Pitt football’s 2021 schedule on Thursday, reverting back to a traditional 12-game slate after the COVID-19 pandemic caused a one-game reduction in 2020.

2021 Pitt football schedule released, featuring 7 home matchups

January 29, 2021
Volleyball legend and former Pitt head coach Chris Beerman passed away at the age of 53, after being hospitalized with COVID-19 earlier this month.

Former Pitt volleyball head coach Chris Beerman passes away at 53 after being hospitalized with COVID-19

January 26, 2021
Pitt reached the No.1 ranking for the first time in program history in the fall.

Pitt men’s soccer unveils 8-match spring schedule

January 26, 2021
The New England Revolution selected former Pitt forward Edward Kizza with the 24th pick in the MLS SuperDraft on Thursday, tied for the highest draft pick in Pitt soccer history.

Former Panther Edward Kizza makes history with MLS SuperDraft first round selection

January 22, 2021
Pitt postpones Saturday’s game with Boston College; will go to Wake Forest instead

Pitt postpones Saturday’s game with Boston College; will go to Wake Forest instead

January 20, 2021
Pitt alum Demetrius Thomas signed with the Pittsburgh Wrestling Club last summer and is looking to qualify for the 2021 or 2024 Olympics.

Driven by faith, former Panther Demetrius Thomas pursues Olympic aspirations

January 18, 2021
First-year forward John Hugley was suspended indefinitely by the Panthers on Friday

Pitt forward John Hugley suspended indefinitely following felony criminal charges

January 16, 2021
In his last season with the Panthers, junior guard Xavier Johnson (1) averaged 11.7 points, making 37.3% of his shots from the field.

Monstrous second-half comeback gives Pitt first win over Syracuse in Jeff Capel era

January 8, 2021
The Pitt men’s basketball team returned to the Petersen Events Center Wednesday for their first official practice of the 2020 season.

Pitt men’s and women’s basketball postpone games for COVID protocols

December 31, 2020
Pitt’s defensive end duo of Rashad Weaver (pictured) and Patrick Jones II received AP All-America honors on Monday.

Weaver, Jones II earn AP All-America honors

December 31, 2020
Senior quarterback Kenny Pickett announced on Twitter Tuesday night that he will return for a fifth season.

Kenny Pickett announces return for fifth year

December 15, 2020
Sophomore Vincent Davis rushed for 247 yards on Thursday at Georgia Tech

Davis rushes for 247 yards in 32-20 win over Georgia Tech to cap regular season

December 11, 2020
Ithiel Horton made five 3-pointers in the Panthers' 89-59 win over Northern Illinois

3-point barrage gives Pitt blowout 89-59 win over Northern Illinois

December 6, 2020
Senior quarterback Kenny Pickett threw four interceptions in Pitt's 52-17 loss to Clemson on Saturday

Horrific first quarter dooms Pitt in 52-17 loss at Clemson

November 29, 2020
First-year wide receiver Jaylon Barden celebrates his first career touchdown during Pitt's 47-14 win over Virginia Tech on Saturday

Shorthanded Panthers blowout Hokies 47-14 on Senior Day

November 21, 2020
The Academic Support Services for Student Athletes program has two locations — one in the Petersen Events Center (pictured) and one at the Hearst Academic Center in the Duratz Football Complex.

Pitt Athletics academic support staff embraces new normal during pandemic

November 18, 2020
The Pitt football program has paused all team-related activities “due to COVID-related protocols,” the team announced Thursday evening. 

Pitt football pauses team activities for COVID-19 protocols

November 12, 2020
The ACC announced the 2020-21 women’s basketball schedule on Wednesday, where Pitt will play 20 games amongst three regions.

ACC announces 2020-21 women’s basketball schedule

November 11, 2020
Senior quarterback Kenny Pickett announced on Twitter Tuesday night that he will return for a fifth season.

Pickett returns, Panthers stomp the Seminoles 41-17

November 7, 2020
The Pitt swimming and diving team has paused all team-related activities “due to COVID-related protocols,” the team announced Wednesday.

Pitt swimming and diving pauses team activities for COVID-19 protocols

November 4, 2020
Pitt wrapped up its fall cross country slate on Friday, competing in the ACC Championship meet in Cary, N.C. Photo from a home meet in September 2019.

Pitt men’s cross country finishes in 10th place at ACC Championship; Panther women take 14th

November 2, 2020
Pitt hosted fans for the first time since Nov. 2019 on Saturday.

Pitt fans in attendance at Heinz Field for first time since 2019

October 24, 2020
Notre Dame outgained Pitt 434 to 162 in total offense Saturday, handing the Panthers their fourth consecutive loss in a 45-3 beatdown.

Notre Dame defeats Pitt in front of limited crowd; Panthers lose fourth straight

October 24, 2020
Sophomore forward Amanda West (9) celebrates with her teammates after scoring a goal on Syracuse during Pitt’s 2-0 victory over the Orange on Sept. 17.

Pitt women’s soccer cancels upcoming rematch at Syracuse, making room for spring opponents.

October 21, 2020
For the first time in program history, Pitt men’s soccer has received the No. 1 ranking in the United Soccer Coaches poll.

Pitt men’s soccer makes history with No. 1 ranking

October 20, 2020
First-year wide receiver Jordan Addison led Pitt with eight catches for 147 yards in Saturday's loss at Miami

Shorthanded Panthers come up short in 31-19 loss at No. 13 Miami

October 17, 2020
Sports Editor Alex Lehmbeck purchased a street sign for his father to remind him of Pitt.

Turning your apartment into a sports fan’s haven

October 14, 2020
Pitt lost to Boston College 31-30 in an overtime thriller on Saturday.

Pitt falls a point short for second-straight week, Boston College escaping 31-30

October 10, 2020
Football head coach Pat Narduzzi discussed the team’s recent loss to NC State and upcoming challenges for the Panthers at his weekly press conference on Monday.

Narduzzi, Pitt look forward after NC State upset

October 7, 2020
Pitt first-year Jordan Addison scored his third touchdown of the season in Pitt's 30-29 loss to NC State

NC State stuns No. 24 Pitt 30-29, Panthers first loss of 2020

October 3, 2020
The Panthers defeated No. 24 Louisville 23-20 on Saturday.

Pitt’s heroic second half defense earns 23-20 win over No. 24 Louisville

September 26, 2020
The womens' soccer team celebrates after scoring. Pitt’s men’s and women’s soccer programs both received their highest ranking in school history from the United Soccer Coaches Wednesday.

Pitt men’s and women’s soccer earn highest rankings in program history

September 25, 2020
Paris Ford celebrates after making an interception in the third quarter of Saturday's game against Syracuse.

Panther defense makes up for offensive woes to beat Syracuse 21-10

September 19, 2020
Head coach Pat Narduzzi addressed questions about the team’s first game, COVID-19 precautions, and the upcoming Syracuse game from reporters on Monday during his weekly press conference.

Narduzzi talks gameday procedures, rushing attack and Syracuse at latest presser

September 16, 2020
The NCAA has extended the sidelines that players can be in when they aren’t in the game from the 25-yard line to the 15.

2020 college football rule changes: what you need to know

September 13, 2020
The Panthers opened the season with a 55-0 victory over the Austin Peay Governors on Saturday.

Panthers trounce Governors at empty Heinz Field to open season

September 12, 2020
Pitt will hold intramural sports in the Cost Sports Center, Trees Hall and Fitzgerald Field House. The capacity at each event during game time will be 25 people.

Pitt prepares for new slate of intramural sports this fall

September 8, 2020
Senior safety Damar Hamlin (03) tackles Syracuse running back Jarveon Howard (28) during the 2018 matchup with the Orange at Heinz Field.

2020 ACC football power rankings

September 6, 2020
Pitt announced it won’t have any spectators in the stands for at least the first three games of the season, in compliance with Pennsylvania’s health guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pitt football season-ticket holders prepare for a new game day experience this fall

September 2, 2020
Pitt head football coach Pat Narduzzi (middle) points to players such as Rashad Weaver (left), Patrick Jones and Keyshon Camp to fill roles left by Jaylen Twyman (right) and Damarri Mathis.

Narduzzi, Pitt defense must overcome key losses to build off impressive 2019 season

September 2, 2020
The Panthers say they are working on attendance plans, and will announce them “very soon.”

Panthers, Steelers won’t have fans at September home games

August 27, 2020
Due to COVID-19, a football season is questionable for the Panthers.

Point-Counterpoint: College football this fall is too dangerous

August 26, 2020
Pitt football announced its season opener and cornerback Damarri Mathis’ season-ending injury on Tuesday afternoon.

Pitt announces season opener, cornerback Mathis suffers devastating setback

August 26, 2020
Former Pitt men’s basketball player Eric Hamilton has signed with British professional team Cheshire Phoenix, the team announced Tuesday.

Former Panther Eric Hamilton signs with British professional team

August 21, 2020
Panthers head coach Pat Narduzzi called the NCAA

Narduzzi discusses COVID concerns, Jaylen Twyman opt-out, and Joey Yellen waiver at latest presser

August 19, 2020
Alex Lehmbeck and Stephen Thompson are the sports editors at The Pitt News.

Meet the Editors: Sports

August 18, 2020
Temporarily scrapping the traditional Atlantic and Coastal divisions, the ACC football teams will act as a singular division, with each school assigned five home games and five away games.

ACC announces fall sports plans: what are they and what do they mean for Pitt?

August 17, 2020
Students gather outside the $13.2 million Pitt Sports Dome for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Pitt club, intramural teams concerned about planned Sports Dome demolition

July 28, 2020
Pitt defeated No. 25 Florida State 3-1 on Friday, improving to 9-0 in the spring portion of the season

Panthers fall 2020 season preview

July 19, 2020
Former Pitt guard Jamel Artis took the court Tuesday Night in The Basketball Tournament championship game.

Former Panther Artis comes up empty in TBT championship, despite strong performance

July 14, 2020
Pitt volleyball's seniors missed their last opportunity to make it to the NCAA volleyball championship last season with the team’s loss to Cincinnati.

Amid uncertainties, Pitt volleyball aims to build off historic season in 2020

July 7, 2020
Pitt Athletics announced Tuesday that five other Panther teams will return on June 29.

Additional athletes to return to campus on June 29

June 23, 2020
Former Panthers Jordan Fields (left) and Ian Troost (right) lead the push for change within Pitt Athletics following the death of George Floyd.

Former athletes push for change within Pitt Athletics

June 19, 2020
Emily Boissonneault will coach Pitt's varsity women's lacrosse team when the program opens in 2021-22.

Lacrosse lands second transfer in program history

June 10, 2020
Kenny Pickett threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns in Pitt's bowl victory over Eastern Michigan.

Pitt football announces plan for student-athletes return beginning June 8

May 29, 2020
Lance White, Pitt women’s basketball head coach, is rebuilding his young basketball team as he recruits players from across the globe.

White beginning to lay the base for women’s basketball revival

May 27, 2020
The Oakland Zoo celebrates the first basket of the Pitt men’s basketball game versus West Virginia in November with the traditional tossing of newspaper shreds.

High expectations run rampant among today’s Pitt fans

May 26, 2020
Athletic Director Heather Lyke announced the 2020 Pitt Athletics Hall of Fame induction class Tuesday night.

Pitt Athletics unveils 2020 Hall of Fame class

May 13, 2020
The Petersen Events Center was once a major filming location of “Warrior,” a film that features some of the biggest stars in Hollywood.

Cast and crew of “Warrior” remember filming at Pitt

April 16, 2020
Many athletes don’t have access to much of the equipment they normally would to train and have had to adapt to at-home workouts.

Pitt athletes ad-lib training at home

April 13, 2020
Pitt’s inaugural lacrosse team has nine players lined up for the 2020 season.

Lacrosse recruits remain active despite quarantine

April 3, 2020
Former Pitt defensive end Dewayne Hendrix (8) accidentally bumps into a referee. Hendrix has signed with the hometown Pittsburgh Steelers, announced Monday afternoon.

Former Pitt DE Hendrix signs with Steelers

March 30, 2020
“Space Jam” is an iconic basketball movie and is available on Netflix.

Top 5 basketball movies to watch in quarantine

March 29, 2020
First-year guards Gerald Drumgoole Jr. (4) and Justin Champagnie (11) celebrate after a 63-61 victory over Florida State.

Men’s basketball navigates frustrating second year of rebuild

March 15, 2020
Sophomore guard Xavier Johnson (1) at last year’s matchup against Syracuse at the Pete.

Pitt to stifle Syracuse stars on senior night

February 25, 2020
Sophomore guard Xavier Johnson led Pitt with 16 points against Virginia.

Pitt comeback falls short against Virginia, 59-56

February 22, 2020
Head coach Jeff Capel described Pitt’s performance against Clemson on Wednesday as “bad across the board.”

Clemson loss shows Pitt not yet ready for Tournament

February 14, 2020
Sophomore Xavier Johnson (1) during Pitt’s 73-68 loss to Louisville in January.

Upcoming stretch could make or break Pitt basketball’s season

February 5, 2020
The Fitzgerald Field House, once home to the Pitt basketball teams, hosted a 17-year-old Kobe Bryant in a dunk contest that preceded the 1996 McDonald's All-American Game.

‘You’re just in awe’: Spectators reminisce on Kobe’s Pitt visit

January 30, 2020
Toney guides Pitt through tumultuous 2020

Toney guides Pitt through tumultuous 2020

January 28, 2020
Sophomore guard Trey McGowens averages 2.9 turnovers per game.

Prediction: Pitt basketball to overpower BC

January 22, 2020
Pitt Athletic Director Heather Lyke discusses the $250 million “Victory Heights” project during a press conference Tuesday afternoon.

Lyke unveils Victory Heights plan for Pitt Athletics

January 14, 2020
Pitt volleyball's seniors missed their last opportunity to make it to the NCAA volleyball championship with Saturday's loss to Cincinnati.

No. 6 Pitt volleyball suffers second-round upset to Cincinnati

December 8, 2019
Sophomore middle blocker Sabrina Starks celebrates after beating Howard in the first round of the NCAA volleyball tournament.

Pitt volleyball breezes past Bison in Tournament opener, 3-0

December 6, 2019
Pitt swept Boston College 3-0 on Saturday, the Panthers' 36th consecutive win at the Fitzgerald Field House

Pitt volleyball enters NCAA Tournament with chip on its shoulder

December 6, 2019
Pitt hasn’t won a national championship in any sport since 1976, but Pitt volleyball will make an attempt in the NCAA Tournament starting Friday.

Projecting Pitt volleyball’s path to the Final Four

December 4, 2019
Paris Ford (12) and Damar Hamlin (3), pictured here after Pitt's loss to Penn State in September, led the Panthers with 10 and eight tackles, respectively, against Virginia Tech.

Rain washes away Pitt’s Coastal chances in 28-0 loss at VT

November 24, 2019
Patrick Jones II (91) pursues a sack of UNC quarterback Sam Howell (7).

Prediction: Pitt to fall short in vital game at VT

November 21, 2019
First-year guards Gerald Drumgoole Jr. (4) and Justin Champagnie (11) celebrate after Wednesday’s 63-61 victory over Florida State.

Takeaways from Pitt basketball’s opening night

November 8, 2019
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