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The Pitt News

Club sports athletes at Pitt balance on and off-field lives

Club sports athletes at Pitt balance on and off-field lives

By Dan Adeyemi, Staff Writer October 9, 2024

Through dedication, discipline and a love for the game, club athletes balance their academic and athletic commitments while striving for excellence on the field. It’s a difficult task, but many athletes...

Pitt men's soccer celebrates after defeating Dever on Monday.

No. 1 Pitt Men’s soccer shows its potential, dominates No. 6 Denver

By Alex Porter, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

No. 1 Pitt men’s soccer (10-1-0, 4-0 ACC) defeated No. 6 Denver (7-1-4, 2-0 SUMMIT) in a Monday night’s marquee matchup. Despite Denver ranking sixth in the United Soccer Coaches Poll, the Pioneers...

Daniel Carter walks toward the Pitt band after the Backyard Brawl on Saturday, Sept. 14.

Stargazing Pitt football is ranked and sailing at full tilt

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer October 7, 2024

Pitt football is sailing into uncharted territory under head coach Pat Narduzzi. The Panthers are 5-0 for the first time since 1991 after defeating North Carolina this past weekend. Despite being in new...

Redshirt junior wide receiver Raphael Williams Jr. (5) runs onto the football field alongside his teammates.

Takeaways from Pitt’s victory in Chapel Hill

By James Carter, Staff Writer October 6, 2024

No. 22 Pitt football has broken the curse and defeated UNC in Chapel Hill for the first time in program history. In the process, the Panthers have secured their first 5-0 start since 1991.  While Pitt...

Sophomore right side hitter Olivia Babcock (5) serves the ball during a volleyball match.

Pitt volleyball drops first set of its season, but remains undefeated

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor October 6, 2024

No. 1 Pitt volleyball’s undefeated set streak ended on Friday as it dropped its 37th set played this season to .500 Boston College, 25-23, on Friday night. It’s not the quality of team many Pitt fans...

A Pitt player runs to third base during a baseball game.

Preview of Pitt’s non-fall sports

By Dan Adeyemi, Staff Writer October 6, 2024

As the academic year begins, Pitt’s non-fall athletic programs are gearing up for their respective seasons, bringing anticipation and excitement to the student body and Pittsburgh community. Each sport...

First-year pitcher Gwen Sparks (31) prepares to throw the ball at the softball game against RMU in Vartabedian Field on Saturday.

Pitt swim and dive, cross country and softball find success over the weekend

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer October 6, 2024

Pitt swimming and dive, cross country and softball all found success within their respective events in the Keystone State over the weekend.  Swim and dive The Panthers remained in Pittsburgh this...

Junior running back Rodney Hammond Jr. (6) runs upfield during last season’s matchup against UNC at Acrisure Stadium.

Pitt football ready to put the nation on notice against North Carolina

By Conor Hutchison, Senior Staff Writer October 3, 2024

Pitt football is undefeated heading into ACC play and, after a bye week, travels to North Carolina on Saturday for a noon kickoff.  Pitt has never walked out of Chapel Hill victorious in seven trips,...

A member of Pitt's swimming and diving team mid-stroke during a meet against Army in Trees Hall on Sept. 22, 2023.

Pitt athletics prepare for a weekend away

By Grace McNally and Matthew Scabilloni October 3, 2024

This weekend, Pitt volleyball heads north looking to stay unbeaten while both swimming and cross country race to have a successful weekend at their meets. Volleyball  No. 1 Pitt volleyball looks...

The Pitt women’s soccer team celebrates during a match against Notre Dame on Sept. 24, 2023.

Pitt women’s soccer makes history with win over Clemson

By Sara Meyer, Senior Staff Writer October 3, 2024

Pitt women’s soccer left its past three games winless despite generously outshooting each competition. The Panthers’ inability to get a goal in early ACC play has taken a toll on the team’s record,...

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