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Pitt softball falls to in-state rival Penn State in fierce pitching duel

By Dylan Grace, For The Pitt News • March 22, 2023

Pitt softball’s woes continue, as they dropped a key rivalry game to Penn State 1-0 on Tuesday. Both team’s pitchers were lights-out, but Penn State narrowly edged out the Panthers in extra innings.

Softball remains winless in ACC play after dropping three games to Louisville

By Ben Pisano, Staff Writer • March 21, 2023

Pitt softball has just started ACC play, but is already struggling. The Panthers dropped three games to Louisville over the weekend, including one which ended via mercy rule. Staff writer Ben Pisano breaks down the Panthers’ struggles.

Takeaways | Softball wins four of five in a jam-packed weekend in Houston

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • February 28, 2023

Pitt softball traveled down to Houston to participate in the University of Houston Tournament this past weekend, finishing the weekend 4-1. Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes gives his takeaways from the busy weekend.

Preview | Softball looks to avoid another abysmal ACC finish in 2023

By Ben Pisano, Staff Writer • January 17, 2023

Pitt softball will look to avoid finishing in the bottom of the ACC in 2023, following last year’s abysmal campaign. Staff writer Ben Pisano breaks down the Panthers’ roster and schedule for 2023.

Pitt softball struggles against St. Francis, drops both games at Sunday double header

By Ben Pisano , For The Pitt News • October 2, 2022

Pitt softball dropped both games of their preseason double header on Sunday against St. Francis. The Panthers struggled both offensively and defensively, failing to back strong pitching performances over the two games.

Softball falls to Ohio, 6-1

By Michael Nitti | Staff Writer • March 27, 2018

Pitt softball (17-12-1) traveled to Athens Wednesday to take on Ohio University (15-12) in a non conference matchup. Pitt baseball was scheduled to take on West Virginia University in the 156th Backyard...

Gray’s got it in the glove

By Rebecca Sauers | Staff Writer • May 30, 2017

When 5-year-old Olivia Gray was offered a spot on a youth softball team, she didn’t want to play because she was afraid of failing. But her father, Shawn, encouraged her to give the sport another...

Recapping an exciting two weeks in Pitt sports

By Ryan Zimba | Sports Editor • May 9, 2017

It was a busy couple of weeks for Pitt athletics, as the spring teams’ seasons come to a close and the football team had players up for the NFL draft. Here’s a rundown of everything that you might...

Pitt softball stumbles against Georgia Tech

By Rebecca Sauers | Staff Writer • May 8, 2017

The Pitt softball team concluded its season this weekend in Atlanta by dropping two of three against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Pitt’s (24-23, 7-16 ACC) defense was mixed this weekend, giving...

Pitt softball secures series win over NC State

By Rebecca Sauers | Staff Writer • April 24, 2017

The Pitt softball team has experienced a somewhat disappointing year — seeing a 9-0 start turn into a 23-21 record — but senior Kaitlin Manuel walked off with a win on Sunday at Vartabedian Field. Down...