Women are stereotypically painted into corners — told where they can go, and what they can do. As gender roles erode, breaking those molds becomes more common in the world of sports. Pitt Women’s Rugby Football Club offers just that — an opportunity for students to reject those expectations. Ladies and “they-dies” alike deserve the opportunity to compete. Rugby is a sport with … [Read more...] about Ladies and ‘they-dies’ break norms with Pitt Women’s Rugby Football Club
Column | The perfect storm
I’ve had trouble sleeping as of late. Instead of giving me the rest I very much need to get through my last finals, my brain is playing its greatest hits of memories as I lie wide awake in my bed at 3 a.m. To be honest, I am getting sick of it, and I desperately need a full night of sleep. However, my midnight reflection sessions have given me great insight into my life — … [Read more...] about Column | The perfect storm
The grass is always greener at Acrisure Stadium
Last Saturday, the Pitt football team wrapped up spring practices with its annual Blue and Gold scrimmage, kicking off the longest portion of the offseason. While the players turn their attention to final exams and the coaches to the transfer portal, sports turf operations manager Tom Goyne and his grounds crew will continue their work maintaining facilities across the … [Read more...] about The grass is always greener at Acrisure Stadium
Point-Counterpoint | What the Pirates should do with Henry Davis if he gets hot
With Pirates catcher Endy Rodríguez on the IL for the next few weeks with a lacerated index finger, former No. 1 overall pick Henry Davis has earned his chance to make a difference for the Pirates. Two Pitt News sports desk writers have differing ideas about the importance of this stretch for Davis, if he plays well. Point: The Pirates need Davis to play well in this stretch … [Read more...] about Point-Counterpoint | What the Pirates should do with Henry Davis if he gets hot
Column | The art of the buzzer-beater
The best thing in sports is the buzzer-beater. As the final horn sounds with the ball suspended in air, the fate of the game on the line, all eyes are on the shot, hundreds hold their breath. A game, a season or even a lifetime’s worth of work all come down to one last attempt. Will the shot go in, forever etching this moment in the history books? Or will the moment be too … [Read more...] about Column | The art of the buzzer-beater