Pitt women’s soccer had an undoubtedly great run in 2023. Achievements from the program include advancing to the NCAA Elite Eight for the first time in program history, ranking No. 6 in the final United Soccer Coaches rankings and ending the season with a 17-6-1, 6-2-1 ACC record. This offseason, one of Pitt women’s soccer’s most impactful athletes in 2023, defender Ashton … [Read more...] about Ashton Gordon expresses gratitude in her new role
Column | Super Bowl Sunday is a polarizing, interesting holiday
The Super Bowl has gained unrivaled cultural relevance over the last 58 years, entering the exclusive, “unofficial holiday” category. Similar to actual holidays, like Thanksgiving, which falls on the fourth Thursday of November, every year, the Super Bowl falls on the second Sunday of February. Most people are inherently given the day off work, there is a traditional cuisine … [Read more...] about Column | Super Bowl Sunday is a polarizing, interesting holiday
Jaland Lowe leads Pitt to win over NC State
Pitt men’s basketball (15-8, ACC 6-6) traveled to Raleigh, North Carolina, to take on the ACC rival NC State (15-8 (7-5)), looking to increase its winning streak. Each team headed into the night hoping to secure a crucial win to strengthen its resume with a month to go before the NCAA tournament. The two teams came into the game on win streaks, with Pitt winning four of its … [Read more...] about Jaland Lowe leads Pitt to win over NC State
Pitt MMA making waves in collegiate fighting
If there are any Pitt football fans still reeling from the Backyard Brawl this season, don’t worry — there is still a chance to even the score before the end of the year. The National University and College Association of Mixed Martial Arts, an intercollegiate mixed martial arts organization, is set to host its third fight on April 12 in Morgantown, West Virginia. Pitt senior … [Read more...] about Pitt MMA making waves in collegiate fighting
Pitt women’s lacrosse looks to build a legacy in its third season
As Phil the Groundhog failed to see his shadow last Friday, spring is closer than ever, and Pitt spring sports are just around the corner. Including Pitt lacrosse Pitt lacrosse begins its third season at Highmark Stadium playing against Duquesne on Friday, Feb. 9. Pitt lacrosse is the newest NCAA Division 1 program at Pitt. The program debuted for its inaugural season in 2021 … [Read more...] about Pitt women’s lacrosse looks to build a legacy in its third season