Like clockwork, Pitt volleyball is headed to the Final Four for a fifth straight year, after it beat Purdue in four sets — 25-22, 25-21, 22-25, 25-17. “I just think the fact that we keep doing this just shows how strong of a team we are consistently,” junior opposite hitter Olivia Babcock said. “I feel like we put in so much work this season, so I feel like this season means a … [Read more...] about Pitt volleyball defeats Purdue and is heading to fifth consecutive Final Four
Pitt volleyball takes Minnesota in straight sets, advancing to the Elite Eight
With a spot in the NCAA Regional Final on the line, Pitt volleyball delivered when it mattered most. Following their recent victory over Michigan on Saturday, the Panthers took down the Wolverines’ fellow Big Ten competitor, Minnesota, in straight sets — 25-16, 25-24 and 25-22. “[Minnesota] pushed us and made us uncomfortable,” head coach Dan Fisher said. “We weren’t as crisp … [Read more...] about Pitt volleyball takes Minnesota in straight sets, advancing to the Elite Eight
Pitt Club Handball helping Panthers go global
In the United States — a country as sports-obsessed as any — Americans have little time or energy for anything new. Professional and college football unite people with nothing more in common than the colors they cheer for. Basketball and baseball, some of America’s most popular exports, barely leave room at the table for hockey and soccer. Even beloved sports such as golf or … [Read more...] about Pitt Club Handball helping Panthers go global
What Pittsburgh sports fans should be watching during winter break
Steelers The Steelers are the most important team in Pittsburgh right now and will always garner the most attention. The Pittsburgh Steelers (6-6) are sitting behind the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC North. What is going on with the offense recently, and where is this historic defense at? Now, a lot of people are calling for the Steelers to fire 19-year head coach Mike Tomlin. … [Read more...] about What Pittsburgh sports fans should be watching during winter break
Panthers take down the Wolverines and advance to the Sweet 16
Coming off a swift, decisive victory over UMBC on Friday night, perhaps Pitt volleyball thought its next match would be more of the same. But it was clear after the first set that Michigan would not go quietly. Finding their footing after a rocky first set full of bad passes and poor communication, the Panthers took the match in three straight sets — 25-23, 25-23, 25-18. “We … [Read more...] about Panthers take down the Wolverines and advance to the Sweet 16