As Thanksgiving rolls around the corner, Pitt men’s basketball looks to feast as it stands in front of a schedule tabled with tough nonconference competitors. Cited as a big reason as to why the Panthers missed last year’s NCAA tournament, these Power Five, nonconference games will dictate whether Pitt can serve big wins on its resume or take a seat at the kids’ table come … [Read more...] about Pitt men’s basketball trots into Thanksgiving matchups
Pitt volleyball prepares for Thanksgiving week matchups
Coming off four straight sweeps at the Fitzgerald Field House against UNC, Duke, Florida State and Miami, No. 1 Pitt prepares for four crucial ACC games this Thanksgiving week. With a 25-1 overall record and a 15-1 conference record heading into the break, the Panthers are on track to make a strong push for the postseason and have a chance at an ACC Championship. But the … [Read more...] about Pitt volleyball prepares for Thanksgiving week matchups
NFL playoff predictions and the NBA’s breakout rookie star in this week’s Take Four
The Eagles could go all the way // Ashley O’Doherty, Staff Writer After their dominant win against the Commanders, it’s finally time to start considering another possible Super Bowl run for Philadelphia. Despite a bumpy start, the Eagles are on a six-game winning streak with a record of 8-2. Their dominating defense combined with superb play from running back Saquon Barkley … [Read more...] about NFL playoff predictions and the NBA’s breakout rookie star in this week’s Take Four
Pitt men’s soccer defeats Cornell, proceeds to Round of 16
On Sunday night, No. 2 seed Pitt mens’ soccer (13-5-0) defeated Cornell (13-4-2) 1-0 in the second round of the NCAA tournament — its first ever meeting with the Ivy League opponent. The Panthers achieved the win short handed, as the referees issued junior defender Jackson Gilman a red card at the end of the first half. Even amidst the frigid weather, the Panthers’ faithful … [Read more...] about Pitt men’s soccer defeats Cornell, proceeds to Round of 16
Pitt’s winter sports well underway and preparing for holiday break contests
Wrestling Pitt wrestling (1-0, ACC 0-0) is in full swing and hosts Lehigh this Sunday, Nov. 24 at the Fitzgerald Field House. Several Panthers have already taken home hardware this season, including No. 18 graduate student Reece Heller. Heller showed out in the Panther’s last meet on Nov. 10 at the Journeymen Collegiate Classic where he went unbeaten and earned first … [Read more...] about Pitt’s winter sports well underway and preparing for holiday break contests