The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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 volleyball players celebrate during their game against American University at the Fitzgerald Field House on Sept. 9.

Column | Outlining the chaotic home stretch of the 2022 NCAA volleyball regular season

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • November 9, 2022
With just a handful of games remaining for the top eight teams in NCAA volleyball, the season is still far from over. Assistant sports editor Richie Smiechowski outlines the most chaotic possibilities for the country's top teams, encouraging fans to enjoy the ride.
Junior defensive lineman Dayon Hayes (50) before the ACC football championship game against Wake Forest in Charlotte on Dec. 4, 2021.

Pitt junior defensive end Dayon Hayes arrested, charged with simple assault

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • November 7, 2022
Pitt junior defensive end Dayon Hayes has been charged with one count of simple assault following a violent dispute with his girlfriend. Head coach Pat Narduzzi said that any disciplinary action from the team “will remain a private matter.”
Pitt sophomore setter Rachel Fairbanks (10) sets the ball at a game against Bowling Green State University at the Fitzgerald Field House in September.

No. 7 Pitt volleyball sweeps weekend, extends winning streak to 17

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • November 6, 2022
No. 7 Pitt volleyball dominated on the road this weekend, comfortably beating Syracuse and Boston College. These wins extended the Panthers’ winning streak to 17 games, and head coach Dan Fisher recorded career win no. 250 in the process.
Pitt volleyball players celebrate after their win against Louisville on Sunday.

Pitt volleyball moves up one spot to No. 7 in AVCA coaches ranking

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • October 25, 2022
No. 7 Pitt volleyball moved up one spot in this week's AVCA coaches ranking following their victory over then No. 2 Louisville on Sunday. The Panthers also hold the No. 4 spot in the volleyball RPI rankings
Pitt Panthers celebrate their win against Louisville on Sunday.

Panthers win five-set instant classic, dealing Louisville first ACC loss in two years

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • October 23, 2022
No. 8 Pitt volleyball ended No. 2 Louisville’s two-year long ACC winning streak on Sunday, knocking off the Cardinals in a thrilling five-set contest.
Pitt volleyball players huddle up during a game against NC State on Sept. 25.

Preview | Pitt and Louisville set for most important matchup in ACC volleyball history

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • October 19, 2022
No. 8 Pitt will square off on Sunday against No. 2 Louisville at Fitzgerald Field house in a battle for ACC volleyball supremacy. Assistant sports editor Richie Smiechowski argues that it might be the most important match in ACC volleyball history.
Pitt head coach Jeff Capel works the bench during the first half of a men’s basketball game against Boston College at the ACC men's tournament on Mar. 8, 2022, in New York.

Behind talented additions, Pitt men’s basketball has potential to end NCAA tournament drought

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • October 5, 2022
Pitt men’s basketball completely revamped this offseason, adding seven new players to their lineup. Players and staff are encouraged by the new talent and are looking to finally end their NCAA Tournament hiatus.
Pitt graduate student middle blocker Serena Gray (21) prepares to spike the ball during Sunday’s game against NC State at Fitzgerald Field House.

Pitt volleyball off to hot start in ACC play, beats UNC and NC State

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • September 25, 2022
No. 10 Pitt volleyball got off to the perfect start in ACC play this weekend, capturing four set victories against both UNC and North Carolina.
Pitt players tackle a Rhode Island player during Pitt football's game against Rhode Island Saturday afternoon.

Panthers hold at No. 24 in AP poll

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • September 25, 2022
Pitt football maintained its No. 24 ranking in the AP poll following Saturday's victory against Rhode Island. The Panthers also managed to jump back into the coaches poll rankings, grabbing the No. 24 spot.
Pitt players celebrate during Friday’s game against American University at the Fitzgerald Field House.

Pitt volleyball takes two of three games at Panther Invitational, drops last game to upstart Towson

By Richie Smiechowski, Assistant Sports Editor • September 12, 2022
Hosting the Panther Invitational, Pitt took two of three games from their opponents, but were upset by Towson for their second loss of the season.
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