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The Pitt News

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 21, 2024

Now down to their last strike, the time has come for 2024 Pitt men’s soccer to find their identity. Are they the group that ran opponents off the pitch and won the first 10 of their 11 games? Or are...

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

While candy is certainly sweet, Pitt athletics’ top-notch sports programs just might be sweeter. Panther teams have dominated this fall season and have undoubtedly given students a nice treat — but...

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

No. 7 Pitt men’s soccer (5-1-0, 2-0-0 ACC) claimed victory under the Friday night lights, beating Louisville 3-2 (4-2-0, 0-2-0 ACC). The win marks the Panther’s fifth of the year in just six matches.  Panther...

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 1, 2024

Pitt softball (9-24, 1-11 ACC) dropped the weekend series to Louisville (22-14. 3-6 ACC). Despite losing the series at home, the Panthers picked up their first ACC win of the season — halting a 10-game...

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

Pitt softball’s first-year head coach Jenny Allard sought a new challenge at Pitt. After 29 seasons of success at Harvard, the legendary coach contemplated retirement.  With nine Ivy League championships,...

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 athletics had an action-packed break, as the Panthers competed across the country over this past week. Here is how each program fared. Softball Pitt softball (8-18, 0-6 ACC) continued to struggle...

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

Pitt men’s basketball (18-10, 9-8 ACC) fell to the Clemson Tigers (20-8, 10-7 ACC) 69-62. As a matchup of two NCAA tournament hopefuls, the game served as a significant opportunity for either squad to...

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

With only two weeks of play completed, the 2024 Pitt softball team must quickly find an identity before conference play begins. After an up-and-down 5-4 start, first-year head coach Jenny Allard’s team...

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

Pitt softball (5-4, 0-0 ACC) battled through an up-and-down weekend at the Kennesaw State Tournament. The Panthers took three out of five contests, improving their record to 5-4 in the young season. The...

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

After an underwhelming 2023 campaign, Pitt athletic director Heather Lyke decided Pitt softball needed significant changes. As a result, former head coach Jodi Hermanek was relieved of her duties. During...

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