BY ALEJANDRO LOPEZ Pitt officially announces the addition of a First Team All-Sun Belt selection. South Alabama transfer Barry Dunning Jr. will join the Panthers next season, head coach Jeff Capel announced on Saturday. “Barry is a dynamic athlete who has continued to improve throughout his college career,” said Capel. “He can score at all three levels and … [Read more...] about Pitt announces signing of South Alabama transfer Barry Dunning Jr.
Class of 2026 prospect MJ Madison learns valuable lessons during junior season, updates recruitment
By SAM LANCE FISHERS, IN — Top-65 class of 2026 prospect MJ Madison had a year to remember playing with Long Island Lutheran this past high school season. Madison — the 6-foot-9, 215-pound four-star forward originally from Atlanta — moved away from home to suit up for the Crusaders. It was hard to be away from his family, but he was welcomed by a different one this … [Read more...] about Class of 2026 prospect MJ Madison learns valuable lessons during junior season, updates recruitment
South Alabama transfer Barry Dunning Jr. commits to Pitt
BY ALEJANDRO LOPEZ Pittsburgh has secured its third transfer portal acquisition. South Alabama transfer Barry Dunning Jr. will play for the Panthers next season, he announced Saturday. The 6-foot-6 forward averaged 15.1 points, 7.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game in his junior year. Pitt will be his fourth team in as many seasons. Dunning’s career began at Arkansas … [Read more...] about South Alabama transfer Barry Dunning Jr. commits to Pitt
Iowa State transfer Dishon Jackson commits to Pitt
BY ALEJANDRO LOPEZ Pitt has officially secured its first transfer portal acquisition. Iowa State transfer Dishon Jackson will play for the Panthers next season, they announced on Friday. “Dishon is an aggressive and physical post player who moves well and has a good feel for the game on both ends of the floor,” said Pitt head coach Jeff Capel. “He is someone we … [Read more...] about Iowa State transfer Dishon Jackson commits to Pitt
Pittsburgh hits buzzer beater 3-pointer vs. Ohio State to continue strong start to season
By SAM LANCE Pittsburgh senior forward Zach Austin may have the shot of Feast Week. His buzzer beater 3-pointer allowed the Panthers to top the Ohio State Buckeyes in overtime, 91-90 on Friday at the Schottenstein Center. ZACH AUSTIN WINS IT AT THE BUZZER FOR @Pitt_MBB pic.twitter.com/80CiqCLey1— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) November 29, 2024 Head coach … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh hits buzzer beater 3-pointer vs. Ohio State to continue strong start to season