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The Pitt News

First-year linebacker Jordan Bass (20) celebrates after a play during the game against FSU at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 4.

Pitt football looks to turn heads before NFL draft

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor April 1, 2024

After two straight years of success, Pitt football is in for a bit of a down year in the upcoming 2024 NFL draft. Only two Panthers — offensive lineman Matt Goncalves and cornerback M.J. Devonshire —...

Redshirt senior Cole Matthews grapples during a match against the NC State Wolfpack at the Fitzgerald Field House on Jan. 26.

Pitt wrestling fails to live up to potential at NCAA championship

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor March 24, 2024

Pitt wrestling experienced the highest of highs last season. While they made it look ugly at times, the Panthers battled throughout their dual schedule and ultimately clinched their second ACC regular...

Head coach Jeff Capel speaks to the team during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 4.

Pitt men’s basketball fails to make NCAA Tournament, declines NIT bid

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor March 17, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball had a disappointing Sunday evening, as the team failed to earn a bid to the NCAA Tournament. The selection committee listed the Panthers as one of the first four teams out of the...

The Pitt logo in the outfield of Vartabedian Field.

Column | Pitt sports programs and their alcohol brand counterparts

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor February 21, 2024

Last year, I wrote a column comparing former Pitt quarterbacks to beer brands. While it remains my favorite article I’ve ever written for The Pitt News, it is time to get a little more extreme. After...

Pitt football defensive line coach Charlie Partridge was promoted to assistant head coach. (Photo courtesy of Pitt Athletics)

Pitt football defensive line coach Charlie Partridge leaving for NFL

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor February 5, 2024

Pitt football defensive line coach Charlie Partridge is leaving the Panthers to pursue a job in the NFL, according to a press release on Monday morning. Sources say that Partridge will join the Indianapolis...

Pitt football players run out onto the field before Pitt's game against Syracuse on Nov. 5, 2022.

Column | Grading Pitt football’s 2024 transfer class

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor February 5, 2024

Last year, Pitt football brought in an exciting class of highly touted transfers to round out its roster. While some of these players — like wide receiver Daejon Reynolds and safety Donovan McMillon...

Redshirt first-year Vinnie Santaniello competes during Friday night's wrestling meet at the Fitzgerald Field House.

Takeaways | Pitt wrestling loses more momentum with loss to Oklahoma State

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor January 16, 2024

No. 15 Pitt wrestling (7-4, ACC 0-0) put itself on the map this season following a 21-13 beat down of No. 5 Ohio State on Dec. 10. The young Pitt program was in the midst of a four-match win streak and...

Senior forward Blake Hinson (2) attempts to shoot the ball during Pitt men's basketball's game against Canisius on Saturday Dec 9, 2023.

Sports news students may have missed over winter break

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor January 9, 2024

Many students may feel disconnected from Pitt athletics after coming back to campus following winter break. Between spending time with family and trying to survive nearly a month in their hometowns, many...

A play during the game against Boston College in Acrisure Stadium on Thursday, Nov. 16.

Takeaways | What went wrong for Pitt football in 2024?

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor November 27, 2023

Coming into the 2023 season, most fans had realistic expectations for Pitt football. After losing several stars to the NFL on both sides of the ball, there was an understanding that the Panthers were looking...

Redshirt sophomore quarterback Nate Yarnell (19) runs with the ball during the game against Boston College in Acrisure Stadium on Thursday night.

Nate Yarnell and Rodney Hammond lead Pitt over Boston College on Senior Night

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor November 16, 2023

Pitt football hasn’t had the best luck at the quarterback position this season. Between redshirt senior Phil Jurkovec and redshirt sophomore Christain Veilleux, the Panthers have struggled to find their...

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