Staff Picks: Much to be thankful for within Pitt Athletics
By Staff
November 19, 2018
Filed under Sports
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, The Pitt News Sports Staff took some time to reflect on what they are thankful for when it comes to Pitt Athletics.
Takeaways from Pitt’s Coastal-clinching win over Wake Forest
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 19, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Pitt football team whipped Wake Forest Saturday, 34-13, to earn the Panthers’ first-ever ACC Coastal title.
Weekend Sports: Volleyball clinches second straight ACC title
By Kate Hall, For the Pitt News
November 19, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Records were broken and ACC championships were clinched over the weekend, showing a promising future for the programs heading into the winter seasons.
Wilson-Frame, Toney Lead Panthers Past UCA Bears 97-71
By Andrew Kelly and Stephen Thompson
November 16, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
Pitt Basketball is already week of last year’s team in terms of wins. The Panthers won their fourth game, a 97-71 win over the University of Central Arkansas, on Nov., 15. Last year, the Panthers didn’t win their fourth game until Dec. 1.
Pitt seniors will be remembered for consistency and leadership
By Sami Abu-Obaid, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Panther’s seniors can be credited for Pitt’s miraculous turnover and record breaking season. Head Coach Pat Narduzzi will use this senior group as an example for years to come and will remember the first class he coached from freshmen to seniors for one thing — their work ethic.
What are the odds: Pittsburgh will come out on top
By Colin Martin, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
Filed under Sports
Another week is over which means it’s time to start placing your bets on weekend sports. It looks likely both Pittsburgh football teams will come back with victories.
Panthers to unleash the demon on Wake Forest
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
With a run game that can’t be stopped and a quarterback who is quietly improving, it is looking hopeful that Pitt will continue making history by clinching the first ACC Championship appearance in program history.
Editorial: Proposed YAF lawsuit against Pitt unnecessary, harmful
By The Pitt News Editorial Board
November 15, 2018
Filed under Editorials, Opinions
Pitt levied a $5,546 security fee against YAF for hosting Ben Shapiro — and YAF swiftly threatened to sue the university in response. But the lawsuit would be a completely unnecessary publicity stunt.
Minor leaguers recount major inconveniences
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Editor
November 15, 2018
Filed under Sports
Before you can live like a professional baseball player, you have to get through some tough years in the minor leagues. That means long bus rides, living with host families and at times sleeping with bed bugs.
YSU Penguins freeze Pitt women’s basketball, 64-55
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 14, 2018
Filed under Sports, Women's Basketball
The Pitt women’s basketball team dropped fell to 1-2 Tuesday evening, shooting just 35 percent from the field in a 64-55 loss to YSU.
Take 5: Bell, Butler, Brees
By The Pitt News Staff
November 14, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
Does Pitt football deserve to be ranked? Did Le’Veon Bell make the right decision? Our staff answers these questions and more in this week’s Take 5.
Record-setting Valerie Daigneault leads Pitt’s pool-dwellers
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
November 14, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Features, Swimming and Diving, Top Stories
In two and a half seasons at Pitt, Valerie Daigneault has broken six swim team records — four relay events and two solo events. She started this season undefeated through nine races.
Pitt remains undefeated with 84-75 win over Troy
By Trent Leonard and Stephen Thompson
November 13, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
From the high scoring offense to the smothering defense, Pitt Men’s Basketball once again showed its not the same team as last year when it beat Troy 84-75 on Monday. You can read the full recap of last night’s game here.
Weekend Sports: Women’s basketball, volleyball win big
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Pitt sports had an impressive weekend collectively, as all six teams playing were victorious in one way or another.
Unproven Panthers show drastic improvement
By Andrew Kelly, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Sports Columns
The Pitt men's basketball team looks great when you compare this Pitt team to where last year’s team was at this point. The 2017 Panthers started out 0-2, losing to the similarly low-level squads of Navy and Montana.
Panthers run wild on Hokies, win 52-22 in Coastal clash
By Sami Abu-Obaid, Staff Writer
November 10, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt made history in its final home game of the season, racking up the most offensive yards, the longest play and the first time going undefeated in the ACC at home in program history.
What are the odds: Pitt will run over the Hokies
By Collin Martin, Staff Writer
November 9, 2018
Filed under Sports
A lot has happened in the NFL this past week. The LA Rams are no longer undefeated and are going up against Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks. The Dallas Cowboys got Amari Cooper, but the Eagles now have Golden Tate. If those have you asking who you should bet on this week, don’t worry, we have your answers here.
Football Prediction: Pitt will come out on top 34-26
By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer
November 9, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt has been dominate at home this season, averaging 40.7 points and 295.7 yards per game. The only question is, will the Panthers be able to continue that streak when it matters most? Read here to see what you can expect from the Panthers when they face Virginia Tech this Saturday.
Knights knock off Panthers, 61-58, in first game
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
Filed under Sports, Women's Basketball
In a back-and-forth contest that saw eight lead changes, the Pitt women’s basketball team ultimately fell 61-58 in their season opener to UCF Wednesday morning.
Take 5: Bama, Blue Devils, Bryant
By The Pitt News Staff
November 7, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Columns
Two dominant college programs staked claims as the best in their sport, while polarizing wide receiver Dez Bryant finally found a home. Read the full range of topics in this week’s Take 5 column:
Editorial: Young people turn out: Pa. blue wave becomes tsunami
By The Pitt News Editorial Board
November 7, 2018
Filed under Editorials, Opinions
Midterm elections are traditionally Republican dominated — but young people came out in full force this year, giving Democrats a badly needed win.
First-year guards lead Pitt past Penguins, 69-53, in opener
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under 3. Breaking, Men's Basketball, Sports
First-year guards Trey McGowens and Xavier Johnson led the Panthers with 17 and 16 points, respectively, and the Panthers scored 27 fast-break points en route to a comfortable 16-point victory.
Takeaways: Pitt running into ACC Championship Contention
By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer
November 6, 2018
Pitt had one of its performances of the year on both sides of the ball and on the road last Friday. The Panthers emerging defense held a hot Virginia offense to 44 rushing yards and earned its first road win of the season.
Preview: Men’s team can only go up from 2017
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 5, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Top Stories
Even if the new-look Panthers only win one ACC game this season, it will still be an improvement over 2017's disastrous campaign.
Duke ends Pitt men’s soccer’s historic season
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Coming off its first ACC tournament win in program history, Pitt men’s soccer had all the momentum it needed to upset No. 7 Duke. But after 110 minutes of scoreless play, time ran out and the Panther’s Cinderella story was ended on penalty kicks.
Preview: Experienced core looks to lead women’s basketball
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under Sports, Top Stories, Women's Basketball
Pitt's women's basketball team is looking to once again make a new for itself under first year head coach Lance White. The team has five seniors set to come back and help the Panthers once again achieve a winning record.
Panthers to push the pace under new coach Capel
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
Capel and his new coaching staff stressed strength and stamina. He wants his Pitt teams to play in the same mold of his teams at Oklahoma — force turnovers, get out in transition and play fast.
Panthers win 23-13, leapfrog Va. in ACC Coastal
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
November 3, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The sloppy field conditions were perfectly suited for the Panthers, who pounded the ball on the ground and stifled Virginia’s offense en route to a 23-13 victory.
Men’s basketball pounces on Pitt-Johnstown, 78-59, in opening exhibition
By Trent Leonard and Andrew Kelly
November 1, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
The Pitt men’s basketball team kicked off its season in dominant fashion Thursday night, beating the branch-campus Pitt-Johnstown Mountain Cats 78-59 in an exhibition opener at the Petersen Events Center.
What are the odds: Rodgers vs. Brady could be the showdown of the season
By Collin Martin, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Filed under Sports
Rodgers vs. Brady, Steelers vs. Ravens, this is a weekend every sports fan looks forward to. If you want to make a little money while you’re watching, read our What are the odds to see if you should take the over or under.
Pitt Announces Addition of Women’s Lacrosse Team in 2021
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
November 1, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Pitt Athletic Director Heather Lyke announced the addition of the women’s lacrosse team on Thursday, its first season will be in spring 2022. Pitt’s last varsity sports addition was over 20 years ago when women’s softball was added in 1998.
Capel will prevail on recruiting trail
By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports
When Jeff Capel was announced as Pitt’s 16th men’s basketball coach this offseason, his aptitude as a recruiter was highlighted as one of his biggest strengths — especially appealing for a Panther squad facing an uphill battle to rebuild after going winless in the ACC.
Kizza propels Pitt past Virginia in ACC Tournament upset
By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
The Pitt men’s soccer team opened ACC tournament play Wednesday night by shocking No. 6 Virginia, beating the Cavaliers 2-0 on the road and giving the Panthers their first ever ACC tournament win since joining the conference in 2013.
Women’s basketball beats Gannon 68-46 in exhibition opener
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
October 31, 2018
Filed under Sports, Women's Basketball
Unlike last season, when the Panthers lost 73-68 to IUP, the Pitt women’s basketball team defeated its Division II opponent Gannon, 68-46.
Can Pitt emerge from the ACC’s Coastal quagmire?
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
October 30, 2018
Despite losing a crucial conference game to lowly one-win North Carolina, Pitt has been given new life thanks to the ACC becoming the football embodiment of Murphy’s law.
Takeaways: Pitt remains consistently inconsistent
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
October 29, 2018
Pitt beat Duke 54-45 last Saturday to keep their hopes of an ACC Costal Division Championship alive. V'Lique Carter was one bright spot in a game that was otherwise once again defined by an inconsistent defense and quarterback.
Weekend Sports: Volleyball’s win streak snapped at 23
By Kate Hall, For the Pitt News
October 28, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Pitt’s football team found success Saturday but it was a tough Halloweekend for the University’s other sports, with the No. 5 volleyball team suffering its first loss of the season Sunday.
Pitt needs needle disposal containers
By Cammy Morsberger, For The Pitt News
October 24, 2018
Needle use is on the rise — hundreds of thousands of young people use needles to treat illnesses — yet Pitt has no needle disposal boxes in public restrooms.
WVU bests Pitt men’s soccer 2-1 in Backyard Brawl
By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer
October 23, 2018
The Pitt men's soccer team was without leading scorer Edward Kizza and it hurt them Tuesday night — the Panthers fell 2-1 at WVU.
Prediction: Pitt football to right the ship against Duke
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
October 21, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt football is a tough team to predict, but both recent and historical evidence points to a Panther victory over Duke this Saturday.
Pitt figure skating spins into 2018 competition season
By Tessa Sayers, Staff Writer
October 17, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Features, Top Stories
The Pitt figure skating team is gearing up for its first competition at New York University in November — but just two years ago, there was no team at all.
Pitt grad students deserve right to unionize
By Delilah Bourque, Senior Staff Columnist
October 17, 2018
Graduate students may be here for an education, but at universities, including Pitt, grad students don’t just function as scholars, but employees as well. They should have the right to unionize.
Notre Dame fends off upset, tops Pitt 19-14
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
October 13, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The Fighting Irish fought their way back against Pitt, taking their first lead with 5:43 left in the game. That would prove to be the final score.
Panther Spotlight: Edward Kizza, Amaia Pena, Kayla Lund
By Tessa Sayers, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Panther athletes Edward Kizza, Amaia Pena and Kayla Lund are all having standout seasons on the field and on the court, leading their respective teams.
Pitt football loses Wirginis, Sears on same day
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
October 10, 2018
The Panthers lost two players — redshirt senior middle linebacker Quintin Wirginis and sophomore tight end Tyler Sear — due to an injury and a leave of absence, respectively.
Pitt volleyball sweeps North Dakota for 18th straight win
By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
October 9, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
The No. 6 Pitt volleyball team took care of business at home Tuesday night, sweeping North Dakota in straight sets to remain unbeaten.
Weekend Sports: Homecoming brings mixed results
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
In addition to the football team's big win Saturday, several other Pitt sports teams contributed quality performances over the weekend, most notably the volleyball and soccer teams.
Three takeaways from Pitt’s OT homecoming win
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
October 7, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
Now halfway through the season, it’s becoming clearer what we can expect to see from Pitt on a weekly basis. Here’s what Saturday revealed about the team:
No ex’Cuse: Panthers beat Syracuse 44-37 after weather delay, overtime
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
October 6, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The senior running back tandem of Qadree Ollison and Darrin Hall carried Pitt to an overtime victory, rushing for a combined 299 yards and three touchdowns.
The life and times of ROC the mascot
By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Features
ROC, a human-sized bipedal Panther, has been at the center of Pitt athletics for more than a century now, bouncing around the field, waving his arms and entertaining fans with his goofy antics and unassailable school spirit.
Touching me, touching you: The story behind ‘Sweet Caroline’ at Pitt
By Tessa Sayers, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Sports Features, Top Stories
Just like any great idea Pitt students have, the school’s most beloved tradition of singing “Sweet Caroline” was born at Hemingway’s Cafe, in 2008.
Prediction: Orange to squeeze out victory over Panthers
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Syracuse looks to bounce back from a narrow loss against No. 4 Clemson, while the Panthers are reeling from a blowout loss to No. 12 UCF.
Men’s soccer shuts out Columbia, 1-0
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Sophomore defender Jose Luis Sena Arbona finally provided the Panthers with the deciding goal in the 78th minute, sealing a 1-0 victory over Columbia.
Three takeaways from Pitt’s 45-14 loss to UCF
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 30, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Panthers produced their worst game of the season Saturday against the University of Central Florida, allowing a season-high 568 yards and gaining a season-low 272 yards.
Weekend Sports: Pitt volleyball, softball continue dominance while soccer teams stumble
By Andrew Kelly, For the Pitt News
September 30, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports, Top Stories
Volleyball and softball led the way for Pitt sports over the weekend, picking up two wins each. The Panthers’ soccer teams, meanwhile, didn’t fare so well.
UCF wins 17th straight game, pummels Pitt 45-14
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 29, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The Panthers looked listless on both sides of the ball, producing a season-low 272 yards of total offense and allowing a season-high 568 yards on defense
Column: New Pitt show has yet to go ‘Beyond the Script’
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Columns
Pitt Athletics says it's looking to expose fans to every Panther sports team with its new television show “Pitt: Beyond the Script," but it could do better.
Men’s soccer scores crucial win over No. 12 NC State, 3-1
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
September 25, 2018
Filed under Soccer, Sports, Top Stories
After previously losing to No. 5 North Carolina and No. 6 Louisville — both by just one goal — the Panthers rebounded with a much-needed victory against the Wolfpack.
Former Pitt lineman Alex Officer diagnosed with bone cancer
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
September 25, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
Alex Officer, a former standout on Pitt’s offensive line, announced last week that he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer.
Volleyball picks up the slack for Pitt sports over weekend
By Tessa Sayers, Staff Writer
September 23, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
While Pitt's soccer teams didn’t fare so well, volleyball picked up the slack by sweeping Virginia Tech for the Panthers' 13th straight win.
Three takeaways from Pitt’s ugly UNC loss
By Michael Nitti, Staff Writer
September 23, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Top Stories
The Panthers once again disappeared in the second half against UNC, continuing a disappointing season-long trend.
Panthers falter in second half, lose sixth straight ACC game to UNC
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 22, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The Panthers faded after leading 28-21 at halftime, getting outscored 17-7 and outgained by 138 yards in the second half.
Halftime recap: Pitt versus UNC
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 22, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
A victory over UNC would be Pitt’s first since moving to the ACC, with the team having lost all five previous meetings.
What are the odds: Making a comeback after losses in Ohio State vs. TCU game
By Colin Martin, Blogger
September 20, 2018
Filed under Blogs, Sports, Sports Columns
In this week's "What are the odds" blog, blogger Colin Martin examines his losses and how he can make a comeback in the upcoming games. He offers an analysis of each game in college football, providing spreads, over/under numbers and bet suggestion.
Volleyball sweeps Virginia in ACC opener
By Alex Lehmbeck, Staff Writer
September 19, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
The Panthers came into Wednesday night’s game riding a perfect 5-0 record in ACC openers, and extended that streak to six with a dominant 3-0 win over the Cavaliers.
Column: Pitt is a volleyball school now
By Stephen Thompson, For the Pitt News
September 19, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Columns
The Pitt volleyball team is driven, experienced and talented — and they deserve all the support our Panther community can give them.
Men’s soccer tops Detroit Mercy, 2-0, in second straight win
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
September 18, 2018
The Pitt men’s soccer team scored two quick second-half goals to win 2-0 against the Detroit Mercy Titans Tuesday night at Ambrose Urbanic Field.
Q&A: Jodi Hermanek brings fresh perspective to Pitt softball
By Tessa Sayers, Staff Writer
September 18, 2018
The Pitt News sat down with Hermanek after her first series as head coach, a 2-0 sweep against Slippery Rock, to see what her plans are for the softball program and learn more about who she is.
Weekend recap: Volleyball, softball teams pick up two wins apiece
By Griffin Floyd, For the Pitt News
September 16, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Pitt’s sports teams represented the University well over the weekend, going a combined 4-1.
Three takeaways from Pitt’s first ACC win
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 16, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
Accounting for all the highs and lows, here are some of the foremost takeaways from Pitt’s ACC-opening win against Georgia Tech.
Photos: Pitt Football vs. Georgia Tech
By Sarah Cutshall and Thomas Yang
September 15, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Visual
On a sunny Saturday afternoon, Pitt fans witnessed a complete turn-around of Panther football. Exhibiting a major improvement from last week’s game against Penn State, the Panthers showed promise both offensively and defensively in a home game against Georgia Tech — maintaining a consistent lead througho...
Behind the scenes of Pitt SID’s
By Stephen Thompson, For the Pitt News
September 12, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports Features
Student information directors, or SIDs, at Pitt act as team-specific media liaisons, statistics managers, beat writers and team promoters.
Education, not cameras, will solve student safety issues
By Sandy Fairclough, For The Pitt News
September 11, 2018
Until Pitt starts informing students about general safety in Oakland, cameras, SafeRider and other safety features around campus won’t be effective — so they won’t protect Pitt students.
Weekend Recap: Volleyball stays unbeaten, men’s soccer falls in nail-biter
By Stephen Thompson, For the Pitt News
September 9, 2018
Filed under Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Panther teams faced off against a stacked lineup of nationally ranked teams in volleyball, soccer and cross country over the weekend, achieving mixed results.
Takeaways from Pitt’s blowout loss in Keystone Clash
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 9, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The Pitt football team put forth a pitiful effort in Saturday night’s 51-6 blowout loss to in-state rival Penn State — here are some of the biggest takeaways from that game.
Op-ed: Pitt alumnus, former New York Times sports writer says time’s up for Pitt football
By Murray Chass
September 9, 2018
Filed under Letters to the Editor, Opinions, Sports, Sports Columns
Former Pitt News editor Murray Chass — also known for contributing to The New York Times and Associated Press — doubles down on his 60-year old stance regarding Pitt football.
Penalties, special teams hurt Pitt in 51-6 blowout loss to Penn State
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 8, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
On a night which included constant rain, chilly temperatures and a persistent wind, the Pitt football team put up a performance to match with the miserable weather.
In Pa. football fandom, know where to draw the line
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 6, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
In recent years, the Pitt-Penn State rivalry has devolved from a lively competitive spirit to pettiness, irrationality and antagonism on both sides.
Prediction: Pitt to edge out Penn State in home thriller
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
September 5, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
In the penultimate matchup of this renewed four-game football series, both offenses will display fireworks with Pitt ultimately edging out its in-state foe.
Keystone contest: Pitt and Penn State’s football rivalry through the years
By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer
September 4, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
In honor of Saturday’s upcoming game, here’s a look at some of the most pivotal points of the Pitt - Penn State rivalry since its inception in 1893.
Maurice Ffrench earns ACC Specialist of the Week honors
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 4, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
Ffrench's 91-yard kickoff return touchdown made him the only ACC player to accomplish that feat in week one.
University announces tailgating limitations for Pitt-PSU game
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 3, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The University announced Sunday that parking options will be restricted ahead of the Pitt-Penn State game to accommodate the traffic influx.
Panthers display dominance versus Great Danes, cruise to 33-7 win in home opener
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 1, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, Football, Sports
The Panthers scored all the points they would need in the first half, taking a commanding 33-7 lead thanks to three total touchdowns from sophomore quarterback Kenny Pickett.
Prediction: Panthers to muzzle Great Danes in season opener
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
August 29, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The Pitt football season kicks off this Saturday afternoon at Heinz Field as the Panthers face off against the Albany Great Danes.
Panther Spotlight: Kayla Lund, Edward Kizza, Anna Rico
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
August 28, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Soccer, Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Although the fall sports season is barely a week old, several Panthers have already begun to establish themselves as playmakers on their respective teams.
Panther sports stay active during summer break
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
August 26, 2018
Filed under Sports
The summer season was far from uneventful, as both the softball and baseball teams capped off postseason runs in May while the men’s basketball and football teams stayed hot on the recruiting trail.
Weekend Recap: Women’s volleyball, soccer teams roll through opening weekend
By Tessa Sayers, Staff Writer
August 26, 2018
Filed under Soccer, Sports, Top Stories
The first weekend back for students proved to be a successful one for Pitt sports. While the men's soccer team dropped its season opener, the women's volleyball and soccer teams picked up the slack by going undefeated through the opening weekend of the fall sports' season. Volleyball Pitt volleyb...
Capel’s first year means improvement, not victory
By Cale Berger, Staff Writer
August 26, 2018
Filed under Men's Basketball, Sports, Sports Columns
Pitt's hiring of Jeff Capel brought excitement and hope to the men's basketball program — but fans should temper expectations in year one.
QC Pitt brings magic to campus Muggles
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
August 26, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Club Sports, Sports, Top Stories
QC Pitt, the campus club quidditch team, is very real — and preparing to soar to its first Quidditch World Cup in several years. QC Pitt’s origins stem from several students’ discovery of the sport on YouTube in 2008.
Officer involved in fatal shooting was former Pitt police officer
By Christian Snyder | Editor-in-chief
June 21, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories, Uncategorized
This story was first posted at 6:48 p.m. The Allegheny County Police Department confirmed the identity of the officer involved in the Tuesday night fatal shooting of Antwon Rose, a 17-year-old Woodland Hills High School student. [Read: Unarmed 17-year-old fatally shot by East Pittsburgh police...
Athletics Department announces new mental health program
By Christian Snyder | Editor-in-Chief
June 20, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Sports, Top Stories
Pitt’s Athletics Department announced a new partnership with Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC to add two full-time mental health counselors to the department’s staff to interact with student-athletes on a daily basis, according to a statement released Wednesday. Student-athletes were previously referred to WPIC for mental health treatment. The new program will include one-on-one counseling and focus on techniques for practi...
Staying single is the best choice when it comes to Pitt dorms
By Neena Hagen, Senior Columnist
May 30, 2018
As a first-year moving into Tower B, my first day of college mirrored everyone else’s — I scampered gleefully into Towers garage to retrieve my housing cart and impatiently waited for the elevator that would take me to meet my roommate. But unlike everyone else, my roommate left campus a couple w...
Pitt baseball falls to Louisville in ACC semifinal
By Trent Leonard | Staff Writer
May 26, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
While it was an exciting run, all good things must end — and that’s what happened for the Pitt baseball team Saturday afternoon when a 5-2 loss to the No. 5 Louisville Cardinals put an end to the No. 12 Panthers’ ACC Baseball Championship bid in the semifinal round in Durham, North Carolina. A...
Pitt extends contract with Athletic Director Heather Lyke
By Joanna Li | Senior Staff Writer
May 1, 2018
Filed under Sports, Top Stories
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher announced last week a six-year extension to Athletic Director Heather Lyke’s contract. Lyke was hired in March 2017 to replace Scott Barnes — and she had a busy first year. “I am grateful to Chancellor Gallagher and our Board of Trustees for their belief in me, our team a...
7 Pitt players find NFL homes in free agent deals
By Hannah Schneider, Joanna Li, and Trent Leonard
April 29, 2018
Filed under Football, Sports, Uncategorized
Only three Panthers were selected in this year’s NFL draft, starting in round 2 with Brian O’Neill. After the Vikings picked O'Neill, Tampa Bay chose Jordan Whitehead in the fourth round. The Philadelphia Eagles then chose Avonte Maddox with the 125th overall pick. The seven Pitt players in the dr...
Digress from stress: Pittsburgh’s Slices of Serenity
By Elizabeth Donnelly | Staff Writer
April 22, 2018
Filed under Culture, Top Stories
It’s no secret that finals week can be a stressful time for students, but there are many places Pitt students can go for relief — both on and off campus. With these study break destinations, students can try to focus their mental energy on staying calm and relaxing. Stress Free Zone — William Pitt Union (Oakland...
Prepare, don’t despair: Pitt students need reading days
By Neena Hagen | Senior Columnist
April 22, 2018
If you’re a Pitt student, looking at your school’s academic calendar is never fun. Your eyes scan the page filled with dates, head hung in despair as you realize Pitt has perhaps the skimpiest breaks of any university out there — including finals preparation, offering students one measly reading day...
Friday Fight: After April tears, May’s in the clear
By The Pitt News Editorial Board
April 19, 2018
Filed under Editorials, Opinions
It’s April ― flowers around campus are starting to bloom, the weather is finally warming up and the end of the semester is upon us. Pitt lets out for the summer earlier than most other schools, and while we can’t wait for classes to be over, the early ending can have its downsides. Here’s ...
Pitt now accepting the Common Application
By Elise Lavallee | Contributing Editor
April 19, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
Students submitting an application to Pitt in the 2018-19 school year will be the first class that can use the Common Application, according to a statement Pitt released Tuesday. The Common App allows prospective students to apply to multiple colleges and universities simultaneously using one applica...
SGB bids farewell in final meeting
By Madeline Gavatorta | Staff Writer
April 18, 2018
Filed under News, Student Government, Top Stories
Plenty of teary, emotional thank-yous and farewells occured at Tuesday night’s Student Government Board meeting — the last official meeting for the 2017-18 board. During his final report, President Max Kneis took the opportunity to thank everyone who had been with him along the way. “From my f...