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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
Senior forward Jared Wilson-Frame (4), pictured here against Duke, made eight of 16 3-pointers for a game-high 24 points in his final college game against Syracuse Wednesday night.

Orange end Pitt’s season in ACC Tournament second round, 73-59

By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer • March 14, 2019
A historic shooting performance from senior guard Jared Wilson-Frame wasn’t enough to contend with the Orange’s suffocating length and the young Panthers were sent packing.
Junior Jasmine Whitney (3) during Pitt’s loss to Syracuse on Feb. 19, 2018.

Orange overwhelm Pitt women’s basketball, 90-63

By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer • February 22, 2019
Pitt women’s basketball entered Thursday night hoping for an upset to even the two-game series against No. 18 Syracuse, but the Panthers left after being blown out 90-63.
First-year guard Xavier Johnson (1) drives past Syracuse defender Buddy Boeheim (35).

Pitt cedes to Syracuse for second time, 65-56

By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer • February 3, 2019
Pitt fell 65-56 to the Orange, extending the team’s losing streak to five games.
Senior guard and forward Jared Wilson-Frame, pictured here against Troy, led the Panthers with 19 points in a loss to Syracuse.

Syracuse stifles Pitt men’s basketball, 74-63

By Stephen Thompson, Staff Writer • January 19, 2019
After being down by as many as 20 in the second half, the Panthers clawed back to make it a single digit game before ultimately falling 74-63.
Senior guard Cassidy Walsh (4) led the Panthers with 13 points during Pitt’s 82-50 loss to Syracuse Thursday evening.

Syracuse uses strong second half to push past Pitt, 82-50

By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer • January 18, 2019
An ugly second half saw the Pitt women’s basketball team extend its ACC losing streak to 10 games, dating back to last season.
Pitt's defensive line celebrates redshirt sophomore Therran Coleman's overtime interception against Syracuse Saturday afternoon.

Three takeaways from Pitt’s OT homecoming win

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • October 7, 2018
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:
Junior wide receiver Maurice Ffrench (2) receives a pass during the end of the second quarter.

No ex’Cuse: Panthers beat Syracuse 44-37 after weather delay, overtime

By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer • October 6, 2018
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.
Miami Hurricanes quarterback Malik Rosier (12) throws a pass in the first quarter against the LSU Tigers during the AdvoCare Classic on Sept. 2 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald/TNS)

What are the odds: Orange you glad you didn’t bet on Pitt?

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • October 5, 2018
After a rough week for Colin's bets last week, he looks at ways to make a comeback. From choosing Syracuse over Pitt to taking the Vikings over the Eagles in the NFL, there's many things to consider this week. Colin looks at several ACC games and offers his best insight on who to put the money on.
Pitt's James Conner evades Syracuse's Ted Taylor in the second quarter Nov. 26, 2016, at Heinz Field. Pitt won, 76-61.

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.
Clemson Tigers quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) sets up to pass in the second quarter against the University of Miami Hurricanes in the ACC Championship Game Dec. 2, 2017 in Charlotte, N.C. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald/TNS)

Week 5 ACC Power Rankings

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • September 27, 2018
The highest rankings in the ACC are still up for grabs as of now. With Clemson seemingly dominating once again, there may be other unexpected teams to look out for. Here's a glance at the current power struggle within the conference.
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