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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

A Riverhounds player’s jersey.

Pittsburgh introduces professional women’s soccer team set to play in 2025

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer May 30, 2024

In 1998, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds Soccer Club brought the professional soccer scene to the Steel City. The club plays in the Eastern Conference of the USL Championship, the second tier of the American...

Cyrus Korir, the first place finisher of the elite men's category of the 2018 Pittsburgh Half Marathon, had never run a half marathon in his life before Sunday. In the final stretch of the race, he outran second place finisher and defending champion Julius Kogo to take the victory. (Photo by Jane Millard | Visual Editor)

Pitt students take on Pittsburgh Marathon weekend

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer May 22, 2024

Earlier in May, the city of Pittsburgh became a running playground for more than 40,000 participants from all 50 states and more than 10 countries, representing six continents. The weekend was full of...

Pitt softball players high-five during their match against Florida State at Vartabedian Field on March 23.

Pitt softball finishes quiet season, stays optimistic for future

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer May 21, 2024

Although school let out for Pitt at the end of April, many spring sports have continued past the end of the academic year. For Pitt softball, this included games against Ohio and Robert Morris. The Panthers...

Sophomore infielder Haylie Brunson (2) prepares to bat during Pitt softball’s game against UVA on Sunday.

Pitt Softball still looking to build chemistry in loss to Miami of Ohio

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer April 7, 2024

Pitt Softball (8-22, 0-9 ACC) fell to Miami of Ohio this past Wednesday in their afternoon matchup at Vartabedian Field, the final score (10-6).  With new head coach Jenny Allard, returning players...

A Pitt player runs to third base during Sunday’s game against Georgia Tech at the Charles L. Cost Field.

Pitt baseball secures 100th ACC win in series against Georgia Tech

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer April 7, 2024

Although Pitt baseball (13-15, 3-12 ACC) lost its series to Georgia Tech this weekend, the Panthers picked up a win against the Yellow Jackets in their Saturday matchup, securing the program its 100th...

Pitt baseball players look out for the ball during the Blue/Gold Fall World Series at the Charles L. Cost Field on Oct. 27, 2023.

Pitt baseball looks to build chemistry, defeat Kent State

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer March 19, 2024

Pitt baseball (10-7, 1-5 ACC) will host Kent State (9-10, 4-2 MAC) at Charles L. Cost Field this Tuesday in an exciting early-season matchup.  This non-conference opportunity is the perfect stage for...

Drake performs during the Summer Sixteen Tour 2016 in Toronto.

Former Pitt center Jeff McCurley reacts to Drake wearing his jersey

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 29, 2024

Earlier in February, rap sensation Drake made a stop in Pittsburgh to play for a couple thousand highly anticipated listeners. He performed two sold-out nights at PPG Paints Arena, which was one of the...

Pitt women’s lacrosse players huddle up during a game against Duke at Highmark Stadium on Sunday, March 26, 2023.

Pitt women’s lacrosse falls to cross-state rival Penn State

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 22, 2024

Pitt women’s lacrosse (1-2, ACC 0-0) took on No. 22 Penn State Tuesday afternoon for a highly anticipated Keystone State battle. The Nittany Lions ultimately came away with a 13-5 win over the Panthers....

Pitt fans and their families sing "Sweet Caroline" during a game against FSU at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 4, 2023.

Column | Pitt athletes and their perfect pairings

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 13, 2024

Two peas in a pod, partners in crime and a match made in heaven. Sometimes, there’s just no denying it when two things go together. In the season of love, it's all about finding a better half. Here are...

First-year forward Jaland Lowe (15) dribbles during a game against Notre Dame at the Petersen Events Center on Saturday.

Pitt men’s basketball gains momentum against Notre Dame

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer February 5, 2024

Pitt men's basketball (14-8, ACC 5-6) earned another ACC win at home on Saturday against Notre Dame (7-15, ACC 2-9). This marked the 300th win for Pitt basketball at the Petersen Events Center.  Here...

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