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

Alex Lehmbeck, Sports Editor

All content by Alex Lehmbeck
Zoi Faki (10) returns the ball. Pitt volleyball swept Duke on Sunday and earned its best ACC start ever.

History is Pitt volleyball’s toughest remaining opponent

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
Sophomore guard Trey McGowens (2) scored 15 points during Pitt’s 98-47 victory over Slippery Rock.

Panthers rattle the Rock in season opening scrimmage

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
October 31, 2019
First-year forward Karim Coulibaly (12) contests a layup by sophomore guard Xavier Johnson (1).

Wiz Khalifa kickstarts Pitt basketball at Blue and Gold Madness

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
October 13, 2019
Junior forward Edward Kizza (9) drives towards Denver’s goal to score the game-winning point in overtime. Pitt won 3-2.

Kizza’s double OT tiebreaker puts Pitt past Denver, 3-2

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
October 1, 2019
Senior Layne Buskirk (right) recorded three kills in the first set, contributing to a team hitting percentage of .520 against UVA.

No. 4 Panthers sweep UVA in ACC opener

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
The Panthers moved to 15-0 in the ACC after a 3-1 win over FSU on Friday

Nittany Lions nip Pitt’s perfect start

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 22, 2019
Unrivaled: No. 6 Pitt stays perfect with sweep at No. 4 PSU

Unrivaled: No. 6 Pitt stays perfect with sweep at No. 4 PSU

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 21, 2019
First-year Lexis Akeo (1) talks with teammate Chinaza Ndee.

Pitt, Penn State prepare for paramount volleyball series

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
Pitt celebrates after beating Oregon 3-1.

Pitt volleyball stays undefeated, downs Ducks 3-1

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 12, 2019
No. 10 Pitt volleyball downs Duquesne, wins sixth straight

No. 10 Pitt volleyball downs Duquesne, wins sixth straight

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 8, 2019
First-year guard Trey McGowens (2), pictured here against Clemson, led Pitt with 16 points against Notre Dame.

Pitt continues losing streak in 62-48 loss to Clemson

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Wrtier
February 28, 2019
Redshirt junior Stephanie Williams spikes the ball during Pitt’s 3-0 victory over North Dakota Tuesday night. (Photo by David Donlick | Staff Photographer)

Pitt volleyball sweeps North Dakota for 18th straight win

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018
First-year Pitt forward Anna Rico dribbles the ball during the Panthers’ match against Miami Thursday night. (Photo by Kaycee Orwig | Staff Photographer)

Pitt women’s soccer gets blown away by the Hurricanes

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
October 5, 2018
Senior Kamalani Akeo (3) and redshirt senior Angela Seman (16) celebrate during the third set. (Photo by Thomas Yang | Assistant Visual Editor)

Volleyball sweeps Virginia in ACC opener

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 20, 2018
Pitt defensive line recruit Habakkuk Baldonado with Pitt linebacker coach Rob Harley.

Pitt looks overseas for latest lineman

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
March 27, 2018
Tyler Bentley, previously listed as a three-star recruit and a defensive lineman from West Chester, Ohio, committed to Pitt in December. (Photo courtesy of Tyler Bentley)

Bentley brings brute force to Pitt D-line

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
March 20, 2018
Offensive tackle Chase Brown announced in June that he committed to Pitt football for the 2018 season. (Photo courtesy of Chase Brown)

Chase Brown brings talent to young Pitt offense

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
February 28, 2018
Taysir Mack is a transfer from Indiana University who recently signed on to be a wide receiver for Pitt’s football team beginning in 2019. (Photo courtesy of Ty Vinson | Indiana Daily student)

Taysir Mack transfers to become a Panther

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
February 20, 2018
Blake Zubovic, the newly recruited offensive lineman, stands with head coach Pat Narduzzi (right) and defensive line coach Charlie Partridge (left). (Photo courtesy of Blake Zubovic)

Blake Zubovic lines up at Pitt

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
February 13, 2018
Shocky Jacques-Louis (middle) stands alongside fellow Pitt football recruits and Celeste Welsh, the Pitt Athletics media relations coordinator, at the Cool Down for Warmth fundraiser Jan. 25. (Photo courtesy of Jake Kradel)

Shocky Jacques-Louis lands at Pitt

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
February 6, 2018
Jake Kradel, a newly recruited offensive guard, stated the closeness to his home, admiration for Pat Narduzzi and Pitt’s academic reputation were the main factors in his decision to commit to Pitt. (Photo courtesy of Jake Kradel)

Jake Kradel stays home to join Pitt

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
January 30, 2018
Noah Palmer played defensive end and tight end while attending Thomas Jefferson High School in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania. (Photo courtesy of Noah Palmer)

Noah Palmer brings local flair to Pitt defense

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
January 24, 2018
Virginia native Wendell Davis was one of 17 players to sign National Letters of Intent to Pitt on Dec. 20. (Photo courtesy of Wendell Davis)

Wendell Davis brings linebacker depth to Pitt

By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
Junior forward Kalista Walters became one of four ACC players to make all 12 field goal attempts during the Panthers 87-49 win to Chicago State on New Year’s Eve. (Photo by Thomas Yang | Visual Editor)

Women’s basketball poised for potential upset

By Alex Lehmbeck, For The Pitt News
January 8, 2018
Jordan Whitehead rushed for 73 yards and made one touchdown in the Syracuse game Saturday, Oct. 7. (Photo by Thomas Yang | Senior Staff Photographer)

Prediction: NC State Wolfpack to win

By Alex Lehmbeck, For The Pitt News
October 12, 2017
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