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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
Fans cheer in the stands after Pitt wins the 2016 rivalry game against Penn State.

Prediction: Pitt to edge out Penn State in home thriller

By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer • September 5, 2018
In the penultimate matchup of this renewed four-game football series, both offenses will display fireworks with Pitt ultimately edging out its in-state foe.
The Pitt and Penn State football teams face off in Pitt Stadium on November 27, 1958. (Image via Wikimedia Commons)

Keystone contest: Pitt and Penn State’s football rivalry through the years

By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer • September 4, 2018
In honor of Saturday’s upcoming game, here’s a look at some of the most pivotal points of the Pitt - Penn State rivalry since its inception in 1893.
Junior wide receiver Maurice Ffrench (2) stands in front of the student section after completing his second touchdown of Saturday's 33-7 victory over Albany.

Maurice Ffrench earns ACC Specialist of the Week honors

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • September 4, 2018
Ffrench's 91-yard kickoff return touchdown made him the only ACC player to accomplish that feat in week one.
A Pittsburgh sports record 69,983 fans showed up at Heinz Field the last time Pitt played Penn State at home. (TPN File Photo)

University announces tailgating limitations for Pitt-PSU game

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • September 3, 2018
The University announced Sunday that parking options will be restricted ahead of the Pitt-Penn State game to accommodate the traffic influx.
Junior wide receiver Maurice Ffrench runs the ball while completing his first touchdown against Albany.

Panthers display dominance versus Great Danes, cruise to 33-7 win in home opener

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • September 1, 2018
The Panthers scored all the points they would need in the first half, taking a commanding 33-7 lead thanks to three total touchdowns from sophomore quarterback Kenny Pickett.
Sophomore Kenny Pickett will enter this season as starting quarterback at Saturday’s opener against Albany.

Prediction: Panthers to muzzle Great Danes in season opener

By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer • August 29, 2018
The Pitt football season kicks off this Saturday afternoon at Heinz Field as the Panthers face off against the Albany Great Danes.
Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) sets up to pass against Miami Hurricanes in the ACC Championship Game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on December 2, 2017. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald/TNS)

ACC Football Predictions: Clemson dominant once again, while Panthers can contend in Coastal

By Cale Berger, Staff Writer • August 28, 2018
You've heard a lot about Pitt football — now find out what the Panthers' ACC competition looks like.
France defeated Croatia 4-2 in the World Cup final on Sunday. France and Croatia have previously played each other five times. France won three of those games; the other two finished in a draw. (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

France wins World Cup

By Ben Zimmer, For The Pitt News • July 18, 2018
The 2018 FIFA World Cup came to a close Sunday as France defeated Croatia 4-2 to claim its second World Cup trophy.
Head football coach Pat Narduzzi announced tight end Charles Reeves' dismissal on Friday. (Photo by Kyleen Considine / Senior Staff Photographer)

Tight end Charles Reeves dismissed

By Joanna Li, Senior Staff Writer • July 13, 2018
Reeves was dismissed without specific reason from the University, which cited "disciplinary actions."
Belgium beat England 1-0 in June 28 in the World Cup quarterfinals. (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

World Cup recap: France makes finals, Germany goes under

By Ben Zimmer | For The Pitt News • July 11, 2018

The 2018 FIFA World Cup has been the stage for major upsets and shock performances, which have many considering it as one of the most dramatic to have ever occurred. With Croatia and England playing in...

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