Every year fans are gifted a few signs that football is right around the corner. The temperature starts to drop, the sun tucks in for the night earlier than it once did and Pitt football head coach Pat Narduzzi ignites yearly excitement in a success-hungry student body at convocation. The Panthers love to start their seasons with fans by their side, and 2024 is the 13th … [Read more...] about Pitt football kicks off 2024-2025 against Kent State
Comparing Pitt sports teams to food
Have you ever looked up with two minutes left in the fourth quarter of a do-or-die Pitt football game and wondered, “Would this team be a meat or a carb?” If so, you’re not alone. In times of stress or fun, we often find our minds wandering into hypotheticals — like what food each Pitt Athletics team would be. Staff writer James Carter shares his hot takes on what food he … [Read more...] about Comparing Pitt sports teams to food
Pitt athlete’s gameday diets. From Intramural to Varsity Athlete
It’s no secret that competitive athletes require a strict in-season diet. At Pitt, students have a variety of athletic opportunities — some more demanding than others. From varsity to intramural, every athlete is fueled by what they consume, and each sport calls for different diets to stay apt for game days and training. Varsity The varsity athlete is at the top of the … [Read more...] about Pitt athlete’s gameday diets. From Intramural to Varsity Athlete
Pitt students share favorite spots and snacks for a game day tailgate
There are many aspects of the college football season that Pitt students look forward to — dressing up in royal blue and gold, the view of Pittsburgh from Acrisure Stadium, the victory lights that illuminate Cathy and even Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline” in the fourth quarter. But one of the best aspects of game day happens just outside the stadium — the tailgates. Tailgating … [Read more...] about Pitt students share favorite spots and snacks for a game day tailgate
Meet the editors: Sports
The sports desk at The Pitt News wants to bring Pitt fans as much sports content as possible. From a feature for club sports at Pitt to the ACC Championships, the sports desk has Pitt fans covered. Follow @pittnewssports on X and Instagram to follow along all season long. Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor I’m Aidan Kasner and I am thrilled to hold the position of head sports editor … [Read more...] about Meet the editors: Sports