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The Pitt News

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The Pitt News

Pittsburgh guard Jamarius Burton shoots over Georgia Tech forward Javon Franklin during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the ACC Tournament, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Greensboro, N.C.

Pitt men’s basketball returns home and looks to take down Georgia Tech

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

On Tuesday night, Pitt men’s basketball will suit up for another ACC matchup as it returns home to face Georgia Tech. Coming off of a loss to Notre Dame, Pitt’s hopes for an NCAA tournament appearance...

Graduate student libero Cat Flood (3) raises the NCAA regional championship trophy following the quarterfinals of the NCAA tournament on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt sports does it best in these talented positions

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

Sometimes it takes time to know which position works best for you. Maybe in high school, you played four years at tight end, but you came to college and the coach moved you to wide receiver. Or, mid-season,...

Redshirt junior forward William Jeffress (24) dunks during a game against Wake Forest in the Petersen Events Center on Jan. 31, 2024.

Pitt set to face off against Wake Forest in high-stakes ACC hoops

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

This Saturday, Pitt men’s basketball (14-6, ACC 5-4) will travel to North Carolina for an exciting dual against Wake Forest. The game is an important conference matchup for the Panthers who are coming...

Brandon George’s B-Cause: A touchdown for those in need

Brandon George’s B-Cause: A touchdown for those in need

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

In the current day of social media and NIL, college athletes across the nation are given the opportunity to make a name for themselves on and off the field. Many athletes have gained a following and can...

Ian Labatch, dressed in a pope costume, holds an inflatable shark at the Pitt football game against Syracuse in Acrisure Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 24.
Ian Labatch, dressed in a pope costume, holds an inflatable shark at the Pitt football game against Syracuse in Acrisure Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 24.

The Pope and the sharks: The Panther Pitt’s gameday traditions

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

The atmosphere at Acrisure Stadium on Pitt game days is unmatched. One of the most crucial factors that build up the strong sense of pride and spirit felt by everyone in attendance? The work of the Panther...

Junior attacker Jenna Hendrickson (36) chases after her opponent at the women’s lacrosse game versus UNC at Highmark Stadium on Saturday, Apr. 13.

Welcome to the party: The PLL announces addition of a professional women’s league

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

In recent years, lacrosse has been labeled one of the “fastest-growing sports globally.” Youth, high school and collegiate programs have gained popularity worldwide, and with that, have amassed large...

The Pitt Football team does the shark celebration at the football game against Syracuse in Acrisure Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 24.

‘You better learn how to swim’: Pitt football “sharks” take ‘Cuse for a dip

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer October 28, 2024

Last Thursday, Pitt took on Syracuse in a highly anticipated matchup, and the Panthers lived up to the hype. Pitt put up 41 points against the Orange, shutting down top 10 senior quarterback Kyle McCord...

 Redshirt senior kicker Ben Sauls (90) prepares to kick the ball at the football game against Syracuse in Acrisure Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Pitt athletics brings treats and tricks this Halloween

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer October 28, 2024

As Halloween creeps closer, the time for candy, costumes and frights is right around the corner. This Thursday, the tradition will live on as kids dress up and go door to door asking the infamous question...

Pitt football prepares to enter the field with head coach Pat Narduzzi.

‘Pitt can compete with anybody’: Student sections flooded and attendance records broken in reaction to fall sports success

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer October 28, 2024

This fall, fans of Pitt athletics have a lot to talk about. With an undefeated football program, a nationally ranked men’s soccer team and a women’s volleyball team ranked No. 1 in the nation, the...

Pitt women’s lacrosse at Pitt Play Day on Sunday.

Pitt spring sports prepare for fall exhibitions

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer October 11, 2024

Lacrosse  This upcoming Saturday, Pitt lacrosse heads down to Virginia to participate in a play day at James Madison University. This play day will serve as an opportunity for multiple schools to come...

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