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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's football team and head coach Pat Narduzzi run onto the field for the first game of the season against Wofford at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2.

Preview | Pitt football gets ready for critical ACC game against Wake Forest

By Lily Peters, Staff Writer October 20, 2023

Pitt football’s massive upset against Louisville last Saturday created optimism amongst Pitt fans as the Panthers ended their four-game losing streak against the No. 14 team in the nation. The Panthers...

Pittsburgh wide receiver Jared Wayne (5), left, hauls in a long pass against North Carolina defensive back Storm Duck (3) to set up a touchdown during a game in Chapel Hill, North Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022.

Preview | Pitt football looks to get back on track vs. No. 17 North Carolina

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer September 22, 2023

Following two back-to-back losses to Big 12 programs, Pitt football returns to Acrisure Stadium for the beginning of ACC conference play. The Panthers’ on-field performance against fierce rival West...

Players pile on each other during the Backyard Brawl on Thursday September 1st, 2022.

Preview | Pitt football prepares for Backyard Brawl against West Virginia

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor September 12, 2023

Pitt football’s 27-21 loss to Cincinnati last Saturday disappointed many Panthers fans, leaving many wondering how the program should proceed. From calls to replace redshirt senior quarterback Phil Jurkovec...

Redshirt junior linebacker Solomon Deshields (23) celebrates after a touchdown during Pitt football's game against Rhode Island on Sept. 24, 2022.

Preview | Pitt football gears up to renew River City Rivalry with Cincinnati

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor September 7, 2023

After an 11-year hiatus, the River City Rivalry is finally back, as Pitt football will take on Cincinnati on Saturday night at Acrisure Stadium. Since they last met, both programs have changed immensely,...

Pitt men's soccer players celebrate after their win over NC State on Nov. 2, 2022.

Preview | Pitt men’s soccer looks to return to College Cup in 2023

By Dylan Grace, Staff Writer August 11, 2023

Entering his eighth season as head coach for Pitt men’s soccer, Jay Vidovich has set a new standard for the Panthers, turning the club from an ACC bottom feeder into a perennial championship contender....

Sophomore running back Rodney Hammond Jr. (6) and another Pitt player celebrate at a game against Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 5, 2022

Preview | Pitt football enters 2023 season with a lot of question marks

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor August 8, 2023

11After posting a 20-7 overall record and finishing in the top 25 over the past two seasons, Pitt football enters a crucial year in 2023. The departures of several key players has left the team in need...

Pitt football returns experience on the offense, such as sophomore running back Israel Abanikanda.

Preview | Pitt football poised for a solid season in 2021

By Carson Zaremski, Staff Writer August 31, 2021
Here’s what Panther fans can expect from Narduzzi and his squad heading into the 2021 season.
Photo by Thomas Yang, Senior Staff Photographer

Preview: Pitt men’s soccer to avenge previous loss to Clemson in Saturday rematch

By Kyle Saxon, Senior Staff Writer April 15, 2021
Pitt men’s soccer clinched the ACC Coastal division title with a 5-0 win over Virginia last weekend. The Panthers look to keep their momentum rolling as No. 1 Pitt will take on No. 4 Clemson for the chance to claim the ACC conference title and an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament.
The Pitt Panthers (4-4, 3-4 ACC) face the Virginia Tech Hokies (4-4, 4-3 ACC) on Saturday at Heinz Field at 4 p.m. on the ACC Network.

Preview: Pitt will win battle of the trenches against Virginia Tech

By Tyler Mathes, Senior Staff Writer November 19, 2020
Pitt wins, but not by much, as the defensive lines of each team will slow this game down enough to make it interesting.
The Pitt Panthers (3-4, 2-4 ACC) match up against the Florida State Seminoles (2-4, 1-4 ACC) at 4 p.m. on Saturday at Doak Campbell Stadium on the ACC Network.

Football Preview: Yellen will perform well, but not good enough to beat the Seminoles

By Tyler Mathes, Staff Writer November 6, 2020
Pitt’s rushing attack possesses the key to this game. Rushing for 44 yards on 20 carries against Notre Dame two weeks ago isn’t a winning strategy.
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