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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

David Scott, Senior Staff Writer

All content by David Scott
Pitt baseball players stand in the dugout during a game against Virginia Tech on March 24.

Column | Heading to the big leagues

By David Scott, Senior Staff Writer
April 21, 2023
Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz hits a solo home run during a game against the Washington Nationals in June at Nationals Park in Washington.

Column | Pirates poised for minor improvement in 2023, still won’t contend for postseason

By David Scott, Staff Writer
March 29, 2023
Pitt baseball stands in a huddle before the game against Bucknell on Tuesday, Feb. 28.

Swim and dive sends 12 to NCAA Championships, softball throws no-hitter during spring break

By David Scott, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023
Junior outfielder CJ Funk (39) hits the ball in a game against Louisville on April 3, 2022.

Takeaways | Pitt baseball bounces back from tough start, offense is on fire

By David Scott, Staff Writer
February 28, 2023
Pitt baseball players huddle during a game against Clemson at the Petersen Sports Complex on March 25, 2022.

Takeaways | Pitt baseball starts season slow, pitching needs to tighten up

By David Scott, Staff Writer
February 21, 2023
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 14, 2023
Senior Pitt wrestler Cole Matthews celebrates a win against Arizona State’s Cleveland Belton on Jan. 14, 2022.

Weekend sports recap | Men’s basketball stay on top of the ACC, women’s lacrosse start the season with a win

By David Scott, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
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
Pitt graduate student infielder Sky Duff (3) celebrates a grand slam during Pitt’s first home ACC series win of the 2021 season against Miami University in April 2021.

After offseason reload, Pitt baseball veteran Sky Duff brings leadership to young clubhouse

By David Scott, Senior Staff Writer
February 2, 2023
Jamarius Burton (11) drives toward the hoop during Saturday’s game against Florida State.

Weekend Sports Recap | Men’s basketball falls to FSU, wrestling stays hot against Virginia

By David Scott, Staff Writer
January 22, 2023
Infielder Brock Franks (11) high fives a coach during a game against Clemson on March 25, 2022.

Preview | Pitt baseball gears up for the 2023 campaign

By David Scott, Staff Writer
January 18, 2023
Senior Pitt wrestler Cole Matthews celebrates a win against Arizona State’s Cleveland Belton on Jan. 14, 2022.

Weekend Sports Update | Men’s basketball improves in ACC play, swim and dive wins Backyard Brawl

By David Scott, Staff Writer
January 16, 2023
Pitt players celebrate during a game against American University at the Fitzgerald Field House on Sept. 9.

Recapping and reviewing Pitt’s 2022 fall sports seasons

By David Scott, Staff Writer
January 9, 2023
Pitt footballs.

Column | Evaluating the best transfer portal fits for Pitt football

By David Scott, Staff Writer
December 9, 2022
Fans cheer during Pitt football’s game against Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 5.

Preview | Panthers gear up for clash with high-powered offense in No. 18 UCLA Bruins

By David Scott, Staff Writer
December 7, 2022
Pitt football players tackle Duke quarterback Jordan Moore (8) during Pitt's game against Duke Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.

Column | Football season reflections

By David Scott, Staff Writer
November 29, 2022
Pitt tight end Lucas Krull (7) runs with the ball during Pitt’s game against UNC at Acrisure Field on Nov. 11, 2021.

Column | Looking back on Pitt’s ‘rental’ players

By David Scott, Staff Writer
November 15, 2022
Israel Abanikanda (2) and Calijah Kancey (8) celebrate a touchdown during Pitt football’s game vs. Miami on Oct. 30, 2021 at Acrisure Stadium.

Column | Where Pitt football’s draft-eligible players may land in the 2023 NFL Draft

By David Scott, Staff Writer
November 9, 2022
Pittsburgh wide receiver Jared Wayne (5), left, hauls in a long pass against North Carolina defensive back Storm Duck (3) to set up a touchdown during Saturday’s game in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Takeaways | Pitt’s defense needs to prevent big plays, it’s time to give up on Slovis

By David Scott, Staff Writer
October 30, 2022
Pitt women’s soccer players celebrate after a win against Miami on Sept 22.

Preview | No. 14 Pitt women’s soccer preps for major ACC test at No. 3 North Carolina

By David Scott, Staff Writer
October 6, 2022
Pitt players celebrate during a game against American University at the Fitzgerald Field House on Sept. 9.

Preview | Pitt volleyball set to open ACC Play, looks to build upon promising start

By David Scott, Staff Writer
September 21, 2022
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10), front, is pressured by Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard, back, as he throws during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, in Cincinnati.

Column | Steelers must reassess quarterback situation after ugly offensive performance against Bengals

By David Scott, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
A soccer ball on Pitt’s Ambrose Urbanic Field.

Preview | No. 10 Pitt men’s soccer set to open ACC play against unranked Tar Heels

By David Scott, Staff Writer
September 8, 2022
Pitt football players pose at practice on Aug. 25 at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex.

Breakdowns and analysis for Pitt’s 2022 football schedule

By David Scott, Staff Writer
August 31, 2022
A soccer ball on Pitt’s Ambrose Urbanic Field.

Column | Most interesting Pitt sporting events to kick off the school year

By David Scott, Staff Writer
August 25, 2022
Pittsburgh Pirates' Jason Delay (61) runs after batting during the fifth inning of a baseball game on Tuesday in Miami.

Column | Pirates set up for future success barring more brutal trades

By David Scott, For The Pitt News
July 21, 2022
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