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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

Viva Los Tacos on Forbes Avenue in Oakland.

Oakland restaurants on Forbes score with Pitt athletes

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer August 29, 2024

Good meals off the field make for great performances on it. In addition to hitting the books, student athletes will take to the field, track and court as fall sports pick up — bringing action from soccer,...

Pitt football players practice defensive tactics at summer training camp at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex.

Pitt football prepares for season with a new style, new roster and, hopefully, a new record

By Conor Hutchison, James Carter August 29, 2024

With Pitt football’s season opener against Kent State less than a week away, head coach Pat Narduzzi wants to ensure that his Panthers are grounded in preparing for the season ahead. Kent State was...

Pitt fans tailgating outside of Heinz Field on Saturday.

Pitt students share favorite spots and snacks for a game day tailgate

By Sara Meyer, Senior Staff Writer August 26, 2024

There are many aspects of the college football season that Pitt students look forward to — dressing up in royal blue and gold, the view of Pittsburgh from Acrisure Stadium, the victory lights that illuminate...

People sit around a table with pitchers of drinks at Hemingway’s.

Best bars restaurants and foods in Pittsburgh to watch sports

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer August 25, 2024

From Pitt’s campus to the city of Pittsburgh, there is never a shortage of sporting events to watch year-round in the Steel City. Nobody has enough time to go to every game, so what better way to watch...

Pitt women’s soccer huddles on Saturday, April 13 for a game against West Virginia at Ambrose Urbanic Field.

Pitt women’s soccer faces mixed results in its first four matches of the season

By Sara Meyer, Senior Staff Writer August 25, 2024

Pitt women’s soccer (2-1-1, 0-0-0 ACC) kicked off its regular season with four August contests against Georgia, Duquesne, Buffalo and Bucknell. After commendable performances against the Bulldogs and...

Pirates and Steelers Summer Report and their paths to contention

Pirates and Steelers Summer Report and their paths to contention

By James Carter, Staff Writer August 23, 2024

It’s an interesting time to cheer for Pittsburgh sports. All three of Pittsburgh’s franchises stand at different junctures of championship contention and are looking to pull the city out of a slump...

Junior Quarterback Nate Yarnell (19) is a player to watch during the 2024 Football Season.

Pitt football players ready to take on the gridiron this fall

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer August 22, 2024

As the summer winds down, Oakland awaits the arrival of students, faculty and the hustle and bustle of the school year to campus. With that comes the highly anticipated beginning of the Pitt football season....

Opposite Hitter Rachel Fairbanks (10) celebrates at a match against Clemson.

Pitt volleyball served and set with must-see matchups in 2024

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor August 22, 2024

Last fall, Pitt volleyball found itself down 2-0 in sets against the No. 11 team in the country, the No. 4 team in the country and the No. 5 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament. The Panthers reverse-swept...

The Pitt Football team runs onto the field with Head Coach Pat Narduzzi.

New season of Pitt football brings new looks, opponents and opportunities

By Conor Hutchison, Staff Writer August 21, 2024

Pitt football finished a disappointing 2023 season with a 3-9 record with wins against Wofford, No. 14 Louisville and Boston College. Three wins is the lowest total for the Panthers since 1998. Heading...

The Pitt Men’s soccer team is gearing up for yet another compelling season under head coach Jay Vidovich.

Men’s soccer kicks it up a notch for the 2024 season

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer August 20, 2024

With the fall semester rapidly approaching, Pitt men’s soccer is starting to gear up for yet another compelling season under head coach Jay Vidovich.  Last season, the Panthers finished with an overall...

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