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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
First-year forward Justin Champagnie competes for possession of the ball.

Pitt flops against rival Syracuse on Senior Night

By Stephen Thompson and Tyler Mathes • February 27, 2020
In a game that could have proven pivotal as the Pitt men’s basketball closes the season, the Panthers failed to show up, falling to Syracuse in a lifeless 23-point blowout Wednesday night.
Sophomore guard Au’Diese Toney scored 15 points during Pitt’s 82-67 loss to Florida State on Tuesday.

Pitt overpowered by FSU, sustains 3-game skid

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 19, 2020
And on Tuesday, the trajectory of both teams kept constant. The Panthers (15-12 overall, 6-10 ACC) were overpowered by No. 8 Florida State, (22-4 overall, 12-3 ACC) 82-67 on Tuesday night. The Seminoles avenged their opening-night loss to the Panthers and remained in the hunt for a No. 1 seed in March’s NCAA Tournament.
Pitt men’s basketball has repaired Pitt fans’ relationship with our athletic teams.

Pitt sports teams as past partners

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 13, 2020
What if Pitt's athletes personified the teams they play for? Well, you might be in for the same disappointment felt as a fan.
Sophomore guard Trey McGowens has his shot blocked during Pitt’s 72-52 loss to Clemson on Wednesday evening.

Clemson clobbers Pitt by way of the three, 72-52

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 13, 2020
Pitt men’s basketball couldn’t overcome Clemson’s near 60% shooting from 3-point range en route to a blowout loss.
Redshirt sophomore Micky Phillippi recorded his fifth major decision of the year during Sunday’s 51-1 victory over Davidson.

Panther Spotlight: Softball, wrestling attract kindred spirits

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 11, 2020
Phillippi has more to prove as he gears up for the postseason, while Sanchez has everything yet to prove. Wrestling is looking to push forward, while softball waits to break through. The two teams are on opposite ends of the success spectrum, but that gap is bridged by star athletes with eyes toward more.
First-year forward Justin Champagnie recorded another double-double, with 20 points and 11 rebounds, both team highs.

Champagnie’s scorching scoring carries Pitt to 73-64 win over GT

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 8, 2020
The Panthers have struggled to carry success through difficult moments. But on Saturday an 8-0 run late in the second half clinched a victory in which they played beyond their youthful reputation.
Alex Geiger serves as assistant director of creative content as a member of the Pitt men’s basketball coaching staff.

Pitt creatives lead new fight in recruiting wars

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 6, 2020
The future of a college sports program is linked to its social media accounts. Now Pitt is trying to channel that power with one goal: “Get Pitt on their mind.”
First-year forward Justin Champagnie recorded another double-double, with 20 points and 11 rebounds, both team highs.

Irish chase Pitt in second half, win 80-72

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 6, 2020
After a back-and-forth opening 20 minutes, Notre Dame escaped with a crucial 80-72 win to begin the second half of the conference schedule.
First-year forward Abdoul Karim Coulibaly at Sunday’s 62-57 victory over Miami.

Change a constant in Coulibaly’s basketball journey

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 5, 2020
Raised in Mali’s capital city, Pitt forward Abdoul Karim Coulibaly took the road less traveled and hasn’t looked back.
Au’Diese Toney prepares to shoot against Miami Sunday afternoon.

Sophomore stars come up clutch in 62-57 win vs. Miami

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor • February 2, 2020
The Panthers (14-8 overall, 5-6 ACC) had dropped seven straight to the Hurricanes (11-10 overall, 3-7 ACC) before defeating the Hurricanes, 62-57, at the Petersen Events Center this weekend. 
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