Pitt comeback falls short against Virginia, 59-56
By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer
February 22, 2020
The defending national champion Virginia Cavaliers earned a road win in the Petersen Events Center Saturday, but a late Panther run made the game come down to the final second.
Clemson loss shows Pitt not yet ready for Tournament
By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer
February 14, 2020
From a team that has exhibited soaring highs and devastating lows, Wednesday’s performance was Pitt's worst showing of the whole season.
Upcoming stretch could make or break Pitt basketball’s season
By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
Pitt men’s basketball faces four upcoming opponents with similar records, giving the Panthers a chance to either separate from their ACC competitors or fall into the conference cellar.
‘You’re just in awe’: Spectators reminisce on Kobe’s Pitt visit
By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer
January 30, 2020
For Kobe Bryant, the 1996 McDonald’s All-American game in Pittsburgh was a small speck on a decorated and illustrious career. For those in attendance that weekend 23 years ago, it was a memory they will never forget.
Toney guides Pitt through tumultuous 2020
By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
He might not be a high-flying, rim-rocking superstar, but Pitt needs Toney as a stabilizing force during a season that has gone in every direction.
Prediction: Pitt basketball to overpower BC
By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer
January 22, 2020
Despite their inconsistency this season, the Panthers will take advantage of an injury-riddled and underachieving Boston College team at home.
Pitt volleyball breezes past Bison in Tournament opener, 3-0
By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
December 6, 2019
Pitt volleyball started the 2019 NCAA Tournament with an emphatic statement, sweeping the Howard Bison 3-0 at the Petersen Events Center on Friday night.
Pitt volleyball enters NCAA Tournament with chip on its shoulder
By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
December 6, 2019
Pitt volleyball was arguably given a raw deal by receiving a No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament. But the Panthers are eager to prove that the program is worthy of respect, starting Friday against Howard.
Projecting Pitt volleyball’s path to the Final Four
By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
December 4, 2019
Pitt hasn’t won a national championship in any sport since 1976. But with the volleyball team looking dominant entering tournament play, a potential — albeit extremely challenging — path exists to break that streak.
Rain washes away Pitt’s Coastal chances in 28-0 loss at VT
By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
Pitt football shrunk from the heavy expectations, handing Bud Foster a perfect going-away gift — a 28-0 home victory in the pouring rain.