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Column | Defensive stars shine and a new quarterback puts his name on the map in Pitt’s Blue-Gold Spring Game

Column | Defensive stars shine and a new quarterback puts his name on the map in Pitt’s Blue-Gold Spring Game

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer April 13, 2025

Pitt football held its annual Blue-Gold spring game on a gloomy, cold Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium. The game featured four 10-minute quarters with limited tackling, depending on the play.  Captains...

Pitt women’s lacrosse sticks lie on the ground during a game against Notre Dame in 2023.

‘There’s no moment too big’: Pitt women’s lacrosse triumphs for first ranked win in program history

By Julien Holbrook, Staff Writer April 13, 2025

Pitt women’s lacrosse made history on Saturday at home as the Panthers achieved its first ranked win in program history and its third ACC win since their inaugural 2022 season. The Panthers took down...

Redshirt sophomore linebacker Kyle Louis (9) makes a shark sign with his hand during the Pitt football game against Clemson in Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

Pitt’s linebackers are in position for a successful sequel

By Robert Thompson, Staff Writer April 10, 2025

This fall, Pitt’s linebackers — self-proclaimed sharks — hope to produce a sequel to their breakout 2024 season that puts Jaws 2 to shame. Last season, the sharks, led by All-American redshirt...

First year guard Carlton Carrington (7) dribbles past a Canisius player during Pitt men's basketball game against Canisius on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.

Former Panther Bub Carrington making waves in NBA

By Julien Holbrook, Staff Writer April 10, 2025

As the NBA regular season ends, former Pitt Panther Bub Carrington continues to impress and stand out on the Washington Wizards during his rookie season.  As the Wizards hold a record of 17-63 with...

Take Madness Championship | Point-Counterpoint: NIL

Take Madness Championship | Point-Counterpoint: NIL

By Alex Porter and Sean McQuillan April 10, 2025

The road ends here. Two writers, one championship. Welcome to the final Take Madness matchup — NIL. Is it good? Is it bad? Find out below and vote for the winner on X and Instagram. NIL needs regulation,...

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, hits from the 12th tee during a practice round at the Masters golf tournament, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Augusta, Ga.

A new chapter in Augusta awaits

By Sean McQuillan and Ari Meyer April 8, 2025

Hello friends, and welcome to the 2025 Masters. The greatest week in golf is here, which means the most beautiful golf course is ready to welcome the likes of defending champion Scottie Scheffler, Rory...

Junior tight end Gavin Bartholomew (86) celebrates with teammates following a successful play during a game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Acrisure Stadium on Sept. 9, 2023.

Pitt football 2025 NFL Draft preview

By Conor Hutchison and Sean McQuillan April 8, 2025

Pitt football has a long tradition of developing some of the best to ever play their position. Dan Marino, Larry Fitzgerald and Aaron Donald are shining examples of what a Panther at the next level could...

Blake Hinson jumps up on the media table to taunt fans following Pitt men's basketball's upset of Duke in Cameron Indoor Arena on Jan. 20, 2024.

Pitt men’s basketball lands two former Iowa State transfers

By Ethan Lemler, Staff Writer April 8, 2025

With all the controversy in the NIL era in college athletics, the one benefit is the ability to completely overhaul a roster and begin anew. After a disappointing 17-15 season, the Panthers saw six major...

Pitt fans and their families sing "Sweet Caroline" during a game against FSU at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 4, 2023.

Weathering the storm: Pittsburgh teams have tackled some of the toughest environments

By Camille de Jesus, Senior Staff Writer April 1, 2025

The end of the year in western Pennsylvania is always marked by two things — football and questionable weather. Starting in September and continuing all the way into the new year, there are plenty of...

Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe (15) attempts a layup during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against UNC on Jan. 28 at the Petersen Events Center.

Jaland Lowe enters transfer portal, becomes fifth Panther to jump ship

By Aidan Kasner and Matthew Scabilloni April 1, 2025

On Tuesday morning, it was announced on X that Pitt sophomore guard Jaland Lowe was entering the transfer portal. This announcement should come as no shock, with Pitt losing four other players to the portal...

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