Pitt men’s basketball (12-8, 3-6 ACC) returns home following a three-game road trip for a pivotal matchup against Wake Forest (13-6, 5-3 ACC) on Wednesday. After falling just short of a comeback win over Miami, the Panthers will have another opportunity for a monumental conference win over a Demon Deacons team that will present challenges all over the floor. Pitt’s performance … [Read more...] about Pitt men’s basketball prepares for tough test against Wake Forest
Take Five | Pitt News Editors give their hot sports takes
In this week’s Take Five, editors from the non-sports Pitt News desks give their hot sports takes. From opinions on the NFL to predictions for the 2024 Olympics, The Pitt News editors provide their takes on a topic outside of their expertise. Don’t scapegoat Bills kickers for season-ending misses // Patrick Swain, Culture Editor Scott Norwood’s wide right is a collective … [Read more...] about Take Five | Pitt News Editors give their hot sports takes
Pitt men’s basketball comes up short against Miami
Pitt men’s basketball looked to continue their momentum heading into a road ACC contest against Miami. An emotional win against Duke didn’t stop them from defeating Georgia Tech last week. In a game eerily similar to last year’s contest against Miami, the Panthers found themselves down double digits in the second half and found a way to bring it within one possession late in … [Read more...] about Pitt men’s basketball comes up short against Miami
Pitt women’s basketball beat Virginia, wins first ACC contest under Tory Verdi
Pitt women’s basketball (7-13, 1-6 ACC) came into Thursday night’s matchup winless in the ACC, but that changed tonight as they defeated Virginia (9-10, 1-7 ACC) 56-52. The Panthers earned their first ACC win of the year by forcing 22 Virginia turnovers and causing the Cavaliers to shoot 17-for-60 from the field. Senior forward Liatu King was most impressive in the Panthers’ … [Read more...] about Pitt women’s basketball beat Virginia, wins first ACC contest under Tory Verdi
A full weekend of ACC matchups ahead for Pitt Athletics
This weekend is filled with tons of Pitt athletics action, including huge ACC matchups and crucial contests for the winter sports programs. The Pitt sports calendar is full of exciting events for every Pitt fan, from a high-stakes basketball contest to a competitive wrestling match. The upcoming weekend promises an exciting lineup of ACC matchups for Pitt Athletics. Here is a … [Read more...] about A full weekend of ACC matchups ahead for Pitt Athletics