With first-overall pick Alex Sarr, the rise of sophomore and once-lottery pick Bilal Coulibaly and Jordan Poole in the backcourt, many fans thought they knew what the Wizards lineup would look like. But former Pitt standout Bub Carrington emerged from the shadows and has turned heads quicker than anybody could have imagined. Nineteen-year-old Carrington’s advanced maturity has … [Read more...] about Former Panther, “Bub” Carrington making magic with Washington Wizards
Column | Promotion and relegation in the MLS: Why it should happen — and why it won’t
Since its inception in 1966, Major League Soccer has grown to become the home of soccer across North America. Yet, the absence of a promotion and relegation system — a hallmark of other leagues worldwide — remains highly debated. While critics cite challenges to its implementation, advocates argue that the adaptation of this system would enhance the league’s competitiveness and … [Read more...] about Column | Promotion and relegation in the MLS: Why it should happen — and why it won’t
All about the 412’s finest debated in this week’s Take 4
The transfer portal is ruining men’s college basketball // Ava Nicholas, Staff Writer Over the past few years, the NCAA transfer portal has revolutionized college basketball. What was meant to provide student-athletes with greater freedom and opportunities has arguably become a tool that’s eroding the integrity of the sport. For Pitt basketball fans, the portal has served as … [Read more...] about All about the 412’s finest debated in this week’s Take 4
Men’s basketball takes on Florida State in a midweek tussle
Pitt men’s basketball will travel to Tallahassee on Wednesday night to take on Florida State and try to break a losing bout that began against Duke and continued with a home loss to Louisville. Florida State offers another NET Quadrant 1 opportunity away from home, pivotal games for landing an at-large bid in the NCAA tournament. Florida State enters the game with an 11-5 … [Read more...] about Men’s basketball takes on Florida State in a midweek tussle
Column | Steelers skid into another playoff loss
On Saturday night, the Ravens defeated the Steelers 28-14 in an AFC North battle, resulting in Pittsburgh’s eighth straight year without a playoff win and a Ravens advancement to the next round of the NFL playoffs. The Steelers now go into the offseason holding a draft pick in the early 20s, a familiar spot for the team that hasn’t made a deep run into the postseason for a … [Read more...] about Column | Steelers skid into another playoff loss