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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 Blake Hinson (2) drives to the basket during Pitt men’s basketball’s game against Duke on Tuesday, Jan. 9.

Takeaways | Adjustments in rotation, defensive strategy can turn Pitt men’s basketball season around

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer • January 11, 2024

No. 11 Duke (12-3, 3-1 ACC) was unstoppable against Pitt (10-6, 1-4 ACC) in its 75-53 victory on Tuesday night. The Blue Devils held the Panthers to their lowest scoring total of the season while also...

Junior setter Rachel Fairbanks (10) sets up a spike for a teammate during Saturday night’s match against USC in the second round of the 2023 NCAA Tournament at the Petersen Events Center.

Takeaways | Pitt volleyball shines in early postseason play but must play with confidence to return to the Final Four

By Patrick Diana, Staff Writer • December 7, 2023

No. 1 Pitt volleyball showed out in rounds one and two of the NCAA tournament. The Panthers beat Coppin State in a sweep and then USC 3-1. Their victories highlight the team’s potential in the tournament....

Redshirt junior forward Zack Austin (55) defends the basket from a Clemson player during Sunday afternoon's game at the Petersen Events Center.

Takeaways | Zack Austin dominates defensively, offense struggles down the stretch

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor • December 5, 2023

Pitt men’s basketball attempted to get back on track in their ACC opener against Clemson. Their comeback attempt came up short when the Panthers fell to the Tigers for their third loss in four games.  Here...

First-year guard Aaryn Battle (1) controls the ball during the game against Saint Francis at the Petersen Events Center on Wednesday night.

Takeaways | Men’s basketball falters, women’s basketball dominates

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer • December 1, 2023

Pitt men’s and women’s basketball split their contests this week as the men’s team dropped its home ACC-SEC Challenge matchup with Missouri 71-64 before the women’s team defeated Saint Francis...

First-year opposite hitter Olivia Babcock (5) serves the ball in front of a record-setting crowd during Saturday afternoon's match against Louisville at the Petersen Events Center.

Takeaways | Pitt volleyball displayed selflessness, courage in their dominant regular season

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer • November 28, 2023

No. 4 Pitt (25-4, ACC 16-2) volleyball winning their second consecutive ACC Title, the program's fifth in seven years, didn’t just happen by chance. These honors were accomplished because of the culture...

Pitt players at a game against Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 5, 2022.

Takeaways | Pitt football faces ugly loss against Syracuse

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer • November 13, 2023

Pitt football (2-8, ACC 1-5) fell to conference rivals Syracuse 28-13 on Saturday at Yankee Stadium in New York City. This was another disappointing loss for the Panthers as the football season winds down. Here...

Redshirt senior wide receiver Bub Means (0) catches a pass for a touchdown during Saturday evening's game against FSU at Acrisure Stadium.

Takeaways | Pitt football’s offensive struggles continue while defense shines against Florida State

By Matthew Scabilloni, Staff Writer • November 5, 2023

Pitt football’s (2-7, ACC 1-4) offensive struggles continued in Week 10 as they fell to No. 4 Florida State (9-0, ACC 7-0) 24-7. This was the Panthers' third straight loss, causing the Panthers to lose...

Senior guard KJ Marshall (12) runs with the ball in an exhibition game on Wednesday night at the Petersen Events Center against Pitt Johnstown.

Takeaways | Pitt basketball handles Pitt-Johnstown, comes away with lessons learned

By Thomas O'Connor, Staff Writer • November 4, 2023

Pitt men’s basketball came into their exhibition game against Pitt-Johnstown expecting to perform well while learning new things. They left with a list of things to improve upon ahead of next Monday...

Pittsburgh quarterback Christian Veilleux (11) runs away from Notre Dame defensive lineman Javontae Jean-Baptiste (1) and defensive lineman Jordan Botelho (12) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 28, in South Bend, Ind.

Takeaways | Pitt football failed to capitalize on Notre Dame mistakes, Fighting Irish playmakers overwhelmed the Panthers’ defense

By Dylan Grace, Staff Writer • October 30, 2023

Following a heartbreaking defeat in last week's matchup against Wake Forest, the Panthers headed to South Bend, IN, looking for upset magic against No. 14 Notre Dame. However, the heartbreak of a season...

Wake Forest wide receiver Jahmal Banks (80) catches a pass against Pittsburgh defensive back M.J. Devonshire (12) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Winston-Salem, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.

Takeaways | Pitt football found its quarterback, inconsistent rules sided against the Panthers

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer • October 22, 2023

After a tremendous upset by the Panthers against conference foe Louisville, they traveled down to Winston-Salem to take on Wake Forest. This became the first game since Cincinnati where Pitt entered the...

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