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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Defensive lineman Calijah Kancey (8) runs around obstacles at NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Pitt football takeaways | SirVocea Dennis makes a statement, Calijah Kancey proves himself worthy of a first-round draft pick

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 30, 2023
Pitt hosted Pro Day on Wednesday, allowing over a dozen Pitt football players to showcase their talents in front of NFL scouts. Assistant Sports Editor Brian Sherry gives his takeaways from Pro Day.
Linebacker John Petrishen (0) catches a football during NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Former Pitt linebacker John Petrishen makes the most of his second chances

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 29, 2023
From injuries to the transfer portal, former Pitt linebacker John Petrishen has experienced the highs and lows of college football. Now, after participating in his second Pitt Pro Day, Petrishen said he will never give up on his dreams.
Pitt football players run with a weight during NFL Pro Day on Wednesday.

Pitt football players showcase their talents in front of NFL scouts at Pro Day

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 29, 2023
Pitt football hosted Pro Day on Wednesday at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. NFL scouts from across the country descended upon Pitt football’s practice facility to get a better look at the Panthers’ prospective NFL players.
Pittsburghs Nino Bonaccorsi reacts after defeating South Dakota States Tanner Sloan during the championship round at the NCAA Division I wrestling championships Saturday, March 18, 2023, in Tulsa, Okla.

Nino Bonaccorsi makes history for Pitt wrestling, despite poor team performance

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 19, 2023
Nino Bonaccorsi dominated the NCAA tournament in Tulsa, Oklahoma this weekend, winning the 197-pound national championship. But the team as a whole failed to meet expectations, despite Bonaccorsi’s performance.
Pittsburghs Nino Bonaccorsi attempts to take down Riders Ethan Laird during a semifinal at the NCAA Division I wrestling championships Friday, March 17, 2023, in Tulsa, Okla.

Nino Bonaccorsi becomes first Panther to win a national title since 2008

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 18, 2023
Redshirt senior Nino Bonaccorsi became the first Panther since 2008 to win a national title. He defeated senior Tanner Sloan of South Dakota State 5-3 in the NCAA final on Saturday.
Lehighs Tate Samuelson turns Pittsburghs Reece Heller during day one of the NCAA Wrestling Championships 2023 at the BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. on Thursday, March 16, 2023.

Pitt wrestling finds success, disappointment on first day of NCAA tournament

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 17, 2023
The NCAA wrestling tournament kicked off in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Thursday. Pitt wrestling had an up-and-down first day, with some exciting victories and some disappointing defeats.
Pittsburghs Blake Hinson (2) celebrates after Pittsburgh defeated Mississippi State in a First Four game in the NCAA mens college basketball tournament Tuesday, March 14, 2023, in Dayton, Ohio.

‘It’s a dogfight’: Pitt men’s basketball edges out Mississippi State 60-59 in NCAA tournament First Four

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 15, 2023
After a seven-year hiatus, the Pitt men’s basketball team returned to the NCAA tournament in dramatic fashion. The Panthers narrowly defeated Mississippi State 60-59, earning their first tournament win since 2014.
Mississippi State forward Tolu Smith (1) loses the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Florida in the second round of the Southeastern Conference Tournament, Thursday, March 9, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn.

Mississippi State student newspaper breaks down the Bulldogs ahead of First Four match-up

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 14, 2023
Who better to talk about an opponent than the opponent themselves? The Pitt News talks with Mississippi State’s student newspaper, The Reflector, ahead of first four matchup.
A pile of Pitt footballs.

Braylan Lovelace, Pitt football 2023 recruiting class make press conference debuts

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 1, 2023
Incoming first-year Braylan Lovelace is a leader on the football field, in the classroom and just about everywhere else. He and other recent football signees continue to make their introductory press conferences since national signing day on Feb. 1.
Senior forward Aidan Fisch (13) yells on the court during the Pitt mens basketball game against Syracuse Saturday night.

Pitt men’s basketball enters AP top 25 for the first time since 2016

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor February 27, 2023
Pitt men’s basketball entered the top 25 for the first time since 2016 on Monday. The Panthers came into the poll ranked at No. 25 and are one of three ACC teams featured in the poll.
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