It’s a strange feeling for new students who missed Pitt football’s up-and-down 2024 campaign. They couldn’t experience some of the most improbable comebacks in program history, a 7-0 start to the season or a No. 19 ranking in the AP poll. The win streak blew the Panthers’ preseason expectations out of the water, but those triumphs were hardly worth it in the end. The Panthers … [Read more...] about 2024 season recap: what new students missed from Pitt football in 2024
Hating 101: A crash course in Pitt’s sports rivalries
One of the things on many new students’ minds when arriving at college for the first time is, “How will I make friends?” But luckily, when you attend a school that takes sports as seriously as Pitt does, one of the easiest ways to make new friends is by having a mutual enemy… or two. Even though you likely haven’t received your syllabi for your courses yet, class is in session. … [Read more...] about Hating 101: A crash course in Pitt’s sports rivalries
What to know before your first Pitt football game
As a student, getting decked out in blue and gold to watch the Panthers take on their formidable foes is one of the best parts of going to Pitt. Although football games can be overwhelming at times as a first-year or transfer student, this guide will prepare new students to cheer on Pitt football. First, students need to secure tickets. One of the nice parts of Pitt football is … [Read more...] about What to know before your first Pitt football game
Yesterday’s leaders of the afternoon swing struggle in the morning
The best players of the afternoon swing in the first round of the U.S. Open struggled mightily in their second rounds at Oakmont. During the afternoon swing yesterday, five players had an under-par round — all five of them are now over-par. Each of the players shot a combined score of 28 over par in their second round of action on Friday morning. The stars of the morning … [Read more...] about Yesterday’s leaders of the afternoon swing struggle in the morning
Trevor Cone | Triumph through introspection on the world’s toughest stage
Trevor Cone is in a world of his own at Oakmont. While some tournaments rely on regular score updates for the players’ sake and aggressive outwitting of opposing golfers, Oakmont brings a different tone. Cone wants to just pay attention to his game and not pay attention to anyone else. “A lot of times you do, because you kind of have to make birdies,” Cone said. “But when par … [Read more...] about Trevor Cone | Triumph through introspection on the world’s toughest stage