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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

Pitt wrestlers faced off during the Blue-Gold Dual at the Fitzgerald Field House on Oct. 30.

Pitt wrestling goes 2-1 at Navy Duals

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor November 13, 2023

Pitt wrestling traveled down to Annapolis, Maryland, for the Navy Duals on Sunday to make a statement and gather early momentum for the rest of the season. But the Panthers did not have the day they wanted,...

A Pitt wrestler takes off their headgear during the Blue-Gold Dual at the Fitzgerald Field House on Monday, Oct. 30.

Preview | Pitt wrestling looks to fill big shoes in 2023-2024

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor November 9, 2023

Last season, Pitt wrestling reached new heights, winning a share of the ACC regular season title and boasting an NCAA Champion in Nino Bonaccorsi at 197 pounds. With all the hype surrounding last year’s...

Pitt wrestlers faced off during the Blue-Gold Dual at the Fitzgerald Field House on Monday, Oct. 30.

Pitt wrestling finishes third as a team, boasts two champions at Clarion Open

By Nicolas Munera, Staff Writer November 7, 2023

Pitt wrestling kicked off its 2023-24 campaign by traveling to Clarion University for the 2023 Clarion Open on Sunday. The Panthers showcased their talent as a team, achieving third place and boasting...

A Pitt wrestler attempts to maintain control of their opponent during the Blue-Gold Dual at the Fitzgerald Field House on Monday evening.

Pitt wrestling previews its season with Blue-Gold Dual

By Nicolas Munera, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

Pitt wrestling previewed its season Monday night with the Blue-Gold exhibition dual at the Fitzgerald Field House on Monday night. The program will officially kick off its season at the Clarion Open next...

Pittsburghs Nino Bonaccorsi reacts after defeating South Dakota States Tanner Sloan during the championship round at the NCAA Division I wrestling championships Saturday, March 18, 2023, in Tulsa, Okla.

Nino Bonaccorsi makes history for Pitt wrestling, despite poor team performance

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 19, 2023
Nino Bonaccorsi dominated the NCAA tournament in Tulsa, Oklahoma this weekend, winning the 197-pound national championship. But the team as a whole failed to meet expectations, despite Bonaccorsi’s performance.
Pittsburghs Nino Bonaccorsi attempts to take down Riders Ethan Laird during a semifinal at the NCAA Division I wrestling championships Friday, March 17, 2023, in Tulsa, Okla.

Nino Bonaccorsi becomes first Panther to win a national title since 2008

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 18, 2023
Redshirt senior Nino Bonaccorsi became the first Panther since 2008 to win a national title. He defeated senior Tanner Sloan of South Dakota State 5-3 in the NCAA final on Saturday.
Lehighs Tate Samuelson turns Pittsburghs Reece Heller during day one of the NCAA Wrestling Championships 2023 at the BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. on Thursday, March 16, 2023.

Pitt wrestling finds success, disappointment on first day of NCAA tournament

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor March 17, 2023
The NCAA wrestling tournament kicked off in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Thursday. Pitt wrestling had an up-and-down first day, with some exciting victories and some disappointing defeats.
Pitt redshirt senior wrestler Nino Bonaccorsi at the 2021 NCAA Championships in St. Louis on the weekend of March 18, 2021.

Nino Bonaccorsi and Micky Phillippi reflect on storied careers for Pitt wrestling

By Brian Sherry, Assistant Sports Editor February 3, 2023
Redshirt seniors Nino Bonaccorsi and Micky Phillippi both joined Pitt wrestling in 2017. Over the course of the past six and half years, the duo have cemented themselves as program legends.
Graduate student Jackson Walti (24) celebrates with Pitt mens soccer team after winning a game vs. West Virginia in August.

Thanksgiving sports recap: Volleyball clinches share of ACC title, soccer teams battle in NCAA tourney

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer November 27, 2022
Pitt athletics stayed busy over Thanksgiving break, with all its fall and winter sports continuing in action. Volleyball clinched a share of the ACC title and both men’s and women’s soccer battled in the NCAA tournament.
Jason Peters worked as Pitt’s assistant wrestling coach for 10 years and head wrestling coach for four years before he and three wrestlers were suspended in January 2017. Peters filed a lawsuit against Pitt in federal court Monday alleging a breach of contract and racial discrimination. (TPN file photo)

Former Pitt wrestling coach Jason Peters sues Pitt

By Grant Burgman | News Editor June 6, 2018

Former Pitt wrestling coach Jason Peters has filed a federal lawsuit against the University of Pittsburgh for racial discrimination and termination without just cause after he was fired last January. In...

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