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The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Pitt football players practice defensive tactics at summer training camp at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex.

Pitt football prepares for season with a new style, new roster and, hopefully, a new record

By Conor Hutchison, James Carter August 29, 2024

With Pitt football’s season opener against Kent State less than a week away, head coach Pat Narduzzi wants to ensure that his Panthers are grounded in preparing for the season ahead. Kent State was...

The Pitt Football team runs onto the field with Head Coach Pat Narduzzi.

New season of Pitt football brings new looks, opponents and opportunities

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer August 21, 2024

Pitt football finished a disappointing 2023 season with a 3-9 record with wins against Wofford, No. 14 Louisville and Boston College. Three wins is the lowest total for the Panthers since 1998. Heading...

The Baierl Rec Center located in the Petersen Events Center.

A crash course in recreational activities at Pitt

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer August 7, 2024

To all the new Oaklanders looking to earn their stripes in physical activities around campus, you’re in the right place. Finding the space to play a sport or practice a recreational activity can get...

The Pittsburgh Pirates celebrate after getting the final out of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Column | The Pittsburgh Pirates are finally fun again

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer July 16, 2024

The Pittsburgh Pirates have brought fun and excitement back to a fan base and city ready to watch winning baseball once again.  Last season, the Pirates finished fourth in the NL Central with a 76-86...

Pitt Swimming’s Claire Jansen completes dream journey to the Olympic trials

Pitt Swimming’s Claire Jansen completes dream journey to the Olympic trials

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer July 11, 2024

Hundreds of athletes traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana to race in the Olympic trials for Team USA Swimming for a chance to compete in Paris. Pitt Swimming’s Claire Jansen made the same journey for the...

Everyone needs to take a deep breath about Caitlin Clark

Everyone needs to take a deep breath about Caitlin Clark

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer July 11, 2024

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has found herself in controversy, yet it is not her fault. Any action involving the former college basketball superstar and recent No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft...

A Pitt track and field athlete competes at the NCAA East Preliminaries in 2016.

Pitt athletics honors track and field coach with posthumous Hall of Fame induction

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer June 18, 2024

Pitt athletics’ 2024 Hall of Fame class is arguably the most impressive class inducted thus far. Pitt will celebrate the 10-person class during homecoming weekend on September 13 — the night before...

2024 graduate and Pitt swim athlete Jerry Chen competes at a swim tournament.

Pitt Swimming’s Jerry Chen receives Postgraduate Award from NCAA

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer June 11, 2024

Since his arrival five years ago, Pitt swimmer Jerry Chen has made a mark as a big part of the men’s swim team. The NCAA hands out a postgraduate award to 126 student-athletes yearly who excel academically...

The Inaugural Pitt Athletics Hall of Fame Class waits to be introduced at Saturday's Pitt vs. Penn State game. (Photo by Thomas Yang | Assistant Visual Editor)

Pitt athletics inducts many Panthers sports greats into its 2024 Hall of Fame class

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer May 29, 2024

Pitt athletics’ 2024 Hall of Fame class includes several inductees of high status. The 10-person class will be inducted into the Hall of Fame during homecoming weekend on September 13 — the night before...

Senior Lydia Bottelier competes during the 2024 NCAA Indoor Championship on March 7.

Pitt track and field finds success late in season

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer May 21, 2024

Despite the academic year coming to a close, the men and women of Pitt track and field have been busy. The Panthers have been traveling around the country, competing, winning and breaking records along...

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