Report card: McGowens passes RMU with flying colors
By Michael Elesinmogun, Staff Writer
November 13, 2019
Pitt looked like an improved team across the board against RMU, led by a breakthrough performance from sophomore guard Trey McGowens.
Report card: Panthers flop following Florida State win
By Michael Elesinmogun, Staff Writer
November 10, 2019
The Panthers lost their first game of the season to Nicholls State 75-70 Saturday. After opening their season with a statement win over conference foe Florida State earlier in the week, the Panthers earned a failing grade for their disappointing and inexplicable loss to the Colonels this past weekend.
Take 5: Getting excited for NBA, Williamson
By TPN Staff
October 18, 2019
With the NBA season starting on Oct. 22, The Pitt News sports staff takes on several basketball-related topics such as the potential of Zion Williamson and the league’s improving parity.
Club football open doors for unfamed footballers in fourth year
By Michael Elesinmogun, Staff Writer
October 9, 2019
Most students on a Tuesday or Thursday night are winding down for the night — but not senior Tyler Spalt. He’s warming up for two hours of full-contact practice ahead of his next football game. But he won’t be playing under the bright lights of Heinz Field on Saturday.
Take 5: Warriors, Jazz, 76ers can contend for Finals
By TPN Staff
October 3, 2019
With the start of the NBA season just around the corner on Oct. 22, several staff members discuss which teams they think can surprise people and become NBA Finals contenders.
Prediction: Panthers to feast on Blue Hens
By Michael Elesinmogun, Staff Writer
September 25, 2019
In their final non-conference game this season, Pitt football gets the opportunity to catch its breath with an FCS Delaware opponent before getting into the true test of conference play.
Take 5: Fitzpatrick, Fury, Futility
By TPN Staff
September 19, 2019
In this week’s column, our staff weighs in on a couple Pittsburgh-related storylines — one hopeful, one bleak — and also shines a light on the incredible career of heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury.