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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Alex Porter, Staff Writer

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Alex Porter at a Pirates baseball game with his family

Column | The art of the buzzer-beater

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
April 22, 2025
Ladies and ‘they-dies’ break norms with Pitt Women’s Rugby Football Club

Ladies and ‘they-dies’ break norms with Pitt Women’s Rugby Football Club

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
April 21, 2025
Senior forward Blake Hinson (2) drives to the basket during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Duke on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024.

The next splash brother: Blake Hinson torched the G-League in his rookie season

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
April 15, 2025
Take Madness Championship | Point-Counterpoint: NIL

Take Madness Championship | Point-Counterpoint: NIL

By Alex Porter and Sean McQuillan
April 10, 2025
Junior forward Guilliermo Diaz Graham (25) and senior guard Ishmael Leggett (5) celebrate during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Syracuse on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt men’s basketball prepares for closing stretch over spring break

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
February 28, 2025
Pitt and Lehigh wrestle in the Fitzgerald Field House on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024.

Pitt Athletics finds success during action-packed weekend

By Thomas Simione and Alex Porter
February 24, 2025
Sophomore guard Aaryn Battle (1) dribbles the ball down the court during the basketball game against Notre Dame in the Petersen Events Center on Thursday, Feb. 13.

Pitt Athletics find success during action-packed weekend

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
February 18, 2025
Senior tight end Gavin Bartholomew (86) attempts to score a touchdown at the Backyard Brawl against West Virginia in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday.

Column | Pitt’s best finishes

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
February 12, 2025
Graduate student guard Damian Dunn (1) maneuvers the ball down the court during the men’s basketball game against Louisville in the Petersen Events Center on Saturday, Jan. 11.

Pitt men’s basketball seeks to right the ship in a Quadrant 1 showdown at SMU

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
February 11, 2025
A Pitt women’s basketball player attempts a layup during Pitt women’s basketball’s game against Boston College on Thursday, Feb. 6.

Pitt women’s basketball earns second ACC win, fueled by 33 point First Quarter

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
February 6, 2025
Redshirt junior forward William Jeffress (24) dunks during a game against Wake Forest in the Petersen Events Center on Jan. 31, 2024.

Pitt men’s basketball falls in close game to Wake Forest

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
February 1, 2025
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
Vermont men's soccer celebrates together on Saturday Dec. 7.

Pitt men’s soccer historic season ends in the Elite Eight, ending the Panther’s College Cup Dreams

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
December 7, 2024
First-year forward Lasse Dahl shoots ball against Kansas City on Sunday Dec. 1.

Pitt men’s soccer defeats Kansas City 3-2 in extra time, returning to the Elite Eight

By Alex Porter and Joshua Prescott
December 1, 2024
Pitt men’s soccer defeats Cornell, proceeds to Round of 16

Pitt men’s soccer defeats Cornell, proceeds to Round of 16

By Joshua Prescott and Alex Porter
November 24, 2024
The Pitt men’s soccer team celebrates after a goal during Pitt men’s soccer’s game against Louisville at Ambrose Urbanic Field on Friday, Sept. 12.

Down to their last strike, Pitt men’s soccer’s No. 2 seeding provides new hope in the NCAA tournament

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
November 22, 2024
Pitt men’s soccer celebrates after a play at the soccer game against Virginia at Ambrose Urbanic Field on Friday, Oct. 25.

No. 9 Pitt men’s soccer takes on UVA in the ACC Tournament Quarterfinals

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
November 10, 2024
Senior midfielder Guilherme Feitosa (10) celebrates after scoring the first goal during a match at the Petersen Sports Complex.

‘Leaving the badge in a better place’: Senior leaders of No. 3 Pitt men’s soccer

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
November 1, 2024
Pitt volleyball celebrates after winning a set at the game against Louisville in the Petersen Events Center on Friday, Oct. 25.

Trick or treat: What candy Pitt sports programs would dish out to Panther fans

By Alex Porter, Senior Staff Writer
October 28, 2024
Pitt men's soccer celebrates after defeating Dever on Monday.

No. 1 Pitt Men’s soccer shows its potential, dominates No. 6 Denver

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
October 7, 2024
Pitt men’s soccer strategize at the match against Boston College at Ambrose Urbanic Field on Friday.

No. 1 ranked Pitt volleyball and men’s soccer look to stay on top of the country

By Alex Porter, Matthew Scabilloni
September 26, 2024
Sophomore forward Albert Thorsen (9) guides the ball down the field at Friday’s soccer game against Boston College at Ambrose Urbanic Field.

‘Perfect circle moment’: Norwegian Panthers help No. 2 men’s soccer cruise to another victory

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
September 23, 2024
Senior midfielder Guilherme Feitosa (10) celebrates after scoring the first goal during a match at the Petersen Sports Complex.

No. 7 Pitt men’s soccer continues to forge its own identity, defeating Louisville 3-2

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
September 15, 2024
The Pitt men’s soccer team interacts with the student section.

Pitt soccer finds success on weekend road trips

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
September 3, 2024
Senior second baseman Kat Rodriguez (33) runs to first after a bunt during Friday evening’s game against Louisville at Vartabedian Field.

Pitt softball looks to build on first ACC win

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
April 2, 2024
Junior pitcher Adriana Romano (16) winds up for a pitch during Saturday afternoon’s game against Florida State at Vartabedian Field.

Jenny Allard knows Pitt softball must ‘Dig Deep’ to compete in the ACC

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
March 27, 2024
Senior infielder Kat Rodriguez (33) runs off the base against UVA at Vartabedian Field on Mar. 23, 2023.

Pitt athletics hit the road with an action-packed spring break

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
March 17, 2024
Pitt passes the ball in front of senior forward Blake Hinson (2) during Pitt men's basketball's game against Canisius on Dec. 9, 2023.

Pitt men’s basketball must recover to save tournament hopes

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
March 1, 2024
A softball player runs during a game against Davis and Elkins on Oct. 15, 2023, at Vartabedian Field.

Pitt softball has found its stars, but still needs its depth

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
February 19, 2024
Senior Kat Rodriguez swings while up to bat during a game against UVA at Vartabedian Field on March 26, 2023.

Pitt softball has a mixed showing in Kennesaw State Tournament

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
February 19, 2024
The Pitt softball team celebrates a run during a game against UVA at Vartabedian Field on March 26, 2023.

Pitt softball looks to finally break through in 2024 under new head coach

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
Junior guard Bella Perkins (10) gets ready to make a pass during Monday night’s exhibition game against Point Park in the Petersen Events Center.

Takeaways | Pitt women’s basketball showed signs of improvement in exhibition domination

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
November 3, 2023
Head Coach Tory Verdi talks with players during Monday night’s exhibition game against Point Park in the Petersen Events Center.

Season Preview | Pitt women’s basketball begins a new era under Tory Verdi

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
Pitt Panthers celebrate after scoring the first goal during the match against Duquesne at the Ambrose Urbanic Field on Oct. 17.

Feature | Filip Mirkovic and Guilherme Feitosa use their experience to lead Pitt men’s soccer

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
October 26, 2023
Junior Midfielder Guilherme Feitosa (10) dibbles the ball during Friday night's game against Virginia Tech at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Filip Mirkovic’s historic night helps No. 20 Pitt men’s soccer defeat Virginia Tech 3-1

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
October 7, 2023
Sophomore Forward Eben McIntyre (25) plays defence during Friday night's match against UNC at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Pitt men’s soccer draws No. 18 UNC 0-0 despite second-half push

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
September 30, 2023
Sophomore Defender Jackson Gilman (2) fights for the ball during Monday night’s match against FDU.

Filip Mirkovic makes history as No. 17 Pitt men’s soccer dominates FDU 5-1

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
Players compete for a header during Tuesday night’s match.

Pitt men’s soccer continue disappointing start, fall to No. 2 Marshall 3-1

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
September 6, 2023
Fans pose at the Pitt men's soccer game vs. West Virginia on August 29th, 2022.

No. 8 Pitt Men’s Soccer seeks revenge against No. 5 Marshall

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
September 4, 2023
A skateboarding event held by Blind Outdoor Leisure Development.

Pitt student Hana Goodman and local organizations join forces to create adaptive skateboarding events for the blind

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
May 30, 2023
Noah Martinez throws the ball the first for an out on Wednesday against West Virginia at PNC Park.

Pitt baseball falls in Backyard Brawl 9-4

By Alex Porter and Jack Markowski
April 20, 2023
Junior right handed pitcher Logan Evans pitches on April 7 against Notre Dame at Charles L. Cost Field.

Pitt baseball surprises against No. 7 UVA, volleyball sweeps spring slate

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
April 16, 2023
Junior right handed pitcher Logan Evans pitches during Saturday’s game against Notre Dame.

Pitt baseball, softball and women’s lacrosse continue ACC play while track and field add to their record book in Florida.

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
Members of the Pitt women’s lacrosse team celebrate after a goal against Canisius on Tuesday, February 28.

Column | Pitt Women’s Lacrosse aims to upset national champions UNC amidst sophomore season slump

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
April 7, 2023
Che Nwabuko at the Indoor Track and Field ACC Championships on Feb. 24.

With world-class speed, first-year Che Nwabuko looks to leave his mark on both Pitt football and track

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
Marquette head coach Megan Duffy reacts to a play in the first half of a first-round college basketball game against South Florida in the NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 17, 2023, in Columbia, S.C.

Column | Pitt targets proven commodities in women’s basketball head coach search

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
March 24, 2023
The Pitt women’s basketball team listens to coach Lance White on the sideline during the game against Syracuse on Thursday.

Preview | Pitt women’s basketball looks to redeem frustrating season in ACC tournament

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer
March 1, 2023
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