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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
First-year guards Gerald Drumgoole Jr. (4) and Justin Champagnie (11) celebrate after a 63-61 victory over Florida State.

Men’s basketball navigates frustrating second year of rebuild

By Alex Lehmbeck, Senior Staff Writer • March 15, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic disrupts the entire world, March Madness fans across the country are suffering from withdrawal after the college basketball season came to an abrupt finish ahead of schedule. But the cancellations and adjustments don’t impact Pitt fans much, as the Panthers’ exhausting season came to an end the day before the NCAA’s did.
Sophomore guard Xavier Johnson led Pitt with 16 points against Virginia.

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.
Head coach Jeff Capel described Pitt’s performance against Clemson on Wednesday as “bad across the board.”

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.
Sophomore Xavier Johnson (1) during Pitt’s 73-68 loss to Louisville in January.

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.
The Fitzgerald Field House, once home to the Pitt basketball teams, hosted a 17-year-old Kobe Bryant in a dunk contest that preceded the 1996 McDonald's All-American Game.

‘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

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.
Sophomore guard Trey McGowens averages 2.9 turnovers per game.

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.
Sophomore middle blocker Sabrina Starks celebrates after beating Howard in the first round of the NCAA volleyball tournament.

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 swept Boston College 3-0 on Saturday, the Panthers' 36th consecutive win at the Fitzgerald Field House

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.
Pitt hasn’t won a national championship in any sport since 1976, but Pitt volleyball will make an attempt in the NCAA Tournament starting Friday.

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.
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