4/19/11
Graham to Make Hour-Long Appearance on 93.7 The Fan Wednesday
Pitt head football coach Todd Graham will make an hour-long guest appearance in the studios of Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan on Wednesday, April 20, during the show Seibel, Starkey & Miller. Full Release

4/19/11
Watch Now: Pitt Football Blue-Gold Game
Watch Now: Pitt Football Blue-Gold Game Full Release

4/17/11
Pitt Honors Big East Champion Basketball Team With Awards Banquet
For the second consecutive season, senior Brad Wanamaker and junior Ashton Gibbs were both honored with the team's Most Valuable Player Award as the University of Pittsburgh recognized its 2010-11 men's basketball team with its annual awards banquet Sunday evening at the Westin Hotel. Full Release

4/16/11
PITT FOOTBALL CONCLUDES SPRING DRILLS WITH BLUE-GOLD GAME
The Pitt football team and new head coach Todd Graham concluded spring drills on Saturday with the Annual Blue-Gold Game at Heinz Field. Utilizing a split-squad format with conventional scoring, the Blue defeated the Gold, 48-13. Full Release

4/15/11
Records Fall as Baseball Sweeps Doubleheader at Georgetown
Senior Corey Baker became the all-time wins leader in Pitt History and fellow senior John Schultz set the all-time career scoring record as Pitt swept both games of a doubleheader Friday at Shirley Povich Field in Bethesda, Md. Full Release

4/13/11
'Meet the Football Coaches': Todd Dodge
`Meet the Football Coaches' video series continues this week leading up to the Spring Football Festival. Full Release

4/11/11
Pitt's Athletic Department Honors Its Senior Student-Athletes
he University of Pittsburgh Athletics department handed out its highest honors this evening at the 2011 Senior Awards Banquet held on campus, at the William Pitt Union. Full Release

4/11/11
Football Blue-Gold Game this Saturday at Heinz Field
Pitt fans will get their first glimpse of the new-look Panthers under Coach Todd Graham this Saturday, April 16, when the team concludes spring drills with the Annual Blue-Gold Game at Heinz Field at 2 p.m. Full Release

4/11/11
Watch Live: Coach Graham's Post-practice Review
Watch Coach Graham's post-practice review live on Saturday, April 12 at approx. 5:15 p.m. Full Release

4/10/11
Baseball Powers Past Villanova, 7-3, Sweeps Series
The Pitt baseball team completed a three-game series sweep over Big East foe Villanova, downing the Wildcats, 7-3, Sunday at Charles L. Cost Field in Pittsburgh.Full Release

4/5/11
'Meet the Football Coaches': Mike Norvell
`Meet the Football Coaches' video series to air online over the next 2 weeks leading up to the Spring Football Festival. Full Release

4/4/11
Pitt host its "First Pitch" event at the brand-new Petersen Sports Complex (PSC) on Saturday, April 9
All three fields at PSC will be in action on Saturday with various Fan Fest events scheduled throughout the day. Full Release

4/1/11
Watch Live: Coach Graham's Post-practice Review
Pitt Spring Camp Insider is home to up-to-date information including post-practice interviews with Coach Graham, player interviews, articles and more.Full Release

3/28/11
Softball Ties Single-Season Homerun Record
The University of Pittsburgh softball team tied the single-season homerun record with a blast from sophomore Holly Stevens, however, the Panthers dropped a 10-3 decision to Louisville this afternoon at Vartabedian Field inside the Petersen Sports Complex. Full Release

3/28/11
University of Pittsburgh Athletics and African American Alumni Council To Host "The Forefront of a Century of Change"
The University of Pittsburgh Department Of Athletics and the African American Alumni Council of the Pitt Alumni Association are partnering to present "Athletics at Pitt: The Forefront of a Century of Change." Full Release

4/1/11
Women's Soccer Announces Chris Logan as Assistant Coach
University of Pittsburgh Head Soccer Coach Sue-Moy Chin announced the hiring of Chris Logan as an assistant coach today. Logan joins Kirsten Lawrence to complete Chin's 2011 staff. Full Release

4/1/11
Watch Live: Coach Graham's Post-practice Review
Watch Coach Graham's post-practice review live on Tuesday, April 5 at approx. 5:15 p.m. Full Release

3/29/11
Berliners Becomes All-Time Winningest Pitcher At Pitt
Senior Cory Berliner became the all-time winningest pitcher in school history, as the University of Pittsburgh softball team earned a thrilling 2-1 victory over Penn State in the first-ever softball game played at Vartabedian Field at the Petersen Sports Complex. Full Release

3/28/11
University of Pittsburgh Athletics and African American Alumni Council To Host "The Forefront of a Century of Change"
The University of Pittsburgh Department Of Athletics and the African American Alumni Council of the Pitt Alumni Association are partnering to present "Athletics at Pitt: The Forefront of a Century of Change." Full Release

3/27/11
Softball Sweeps Seton Hall, Improves to 22-6 Overall
Short stop Niki Cognigni recorded her first home run of the season, as the University of Pittsburgh softball team completed its three-game sweep over Seton Hall this afternoon at Ivy Field. Full Release

3/27/11
Baseball Shuts Down UConn Bats, Wins Series Finale, 4-0
The Pitt baseball team notched its first Big East win this season, Sunday, blanking Connecticut, 4-0, at J.O. Christian Field Full Release

3/23/11
Pitt Wrestler Max Thomusseit Named EWL Freshman of the Year
Pitt freshman wrestler Max Thomusseit was named EWL Freshman of the Year, the league announced Wednesday morning. Full Release

3/23/11
Krug Inducted Into PA Swim Hall Of Fame
Pitt's Head Diving Coach Julian Krug was inducted into the Pennsylvania Swim Hall-of-Fame on Saturday, March 19. Full Release

3/22/11
Jamie Dixon Honored as The Sporting News National Coach of the Year
University of Pittsburgh Basketball Coach Jamie Dixon was named the 2010-11 National Coach of the Year on Tuesday morning by The Sporting News magazine. Full Release

3/24/11
Baseball to Face Reigning BIG EAST Champ UConn in Conference Opener
The Pitt baseball team will open its Big East season this Friday, with the first of a three-game series against reigning Big East Champion Connecticut. Full Release

3/23/11
Pitt Wrestler Max Thomusseit Named EWL Freshman of the Year
Pitt freshman wrestler Max Thomusseit was named EWL Freshman of the Year, the league announced Wednesday morning. Full Release

3/23/11
Krug Inducted Into PA Swim Hall Of Fame
Pitt's Head Diving Coach Julian Krug was inducted into the Pennsylvania Swim Hall-of-Fame on Saturday, March 19. Full Release

3/22/11
Jamie Dixon Honored as The Sporting News National Coach of the Year
University of Pittsburgh Basketball Coach Jamie Dixon was named the 2010-11 National Coach of the Year on Tuesday morning by The Sporting News magazine. Full Release

3/21/11
Women's Track and Field Notches 15 Top-Eight Performances as Team Opens Outdoor Season at Charlotte 49ers Classic
Pitt women's track and field team opened up the outdoor season with 15 top-eight performances Saturday at the Charlotte 49ers Classic in Charlotte, N.C. Full Release

3/20/11
Pitt Closes Out PSC Panther Classic With 18-9 Win Over Niagara
The Pitt baseball team (12-5) jumped out to a large lead over Niagara and battled through a late rally to claim the 18-9 victory on Sunday afternoon to wrap up the Petersen Sports Complex Panther Classic. Full Release

3/20/11
Softball Blanks Georgetown, 3-0
Senior Cory Berliner earned all-tournament honors, as she led the University of Pittsburgh softball team to a 3-0 victory over Georgetown in its Radford Invitational finale on Sunday at Botetourt Sports Complex. . Full Release

3/19/11
No. 1 Seed Pitt Drops Heartbreaker to Butler, 71-70
The players in the Butler locker room celebrated their latest stunning upset in the NCAA tournament by screaming, exchanging high fives and hugging each other. Full Release

3/19/11
Mallory Brewer Dubbed 2011 EAGL Floor Champion with a 9.9 Routine
The Pitt gymnastics team scored a 192.875 to come in 7th place at the 2011 EAGL Championships at the Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, D.C. Saturday afternoon. Full Release

3/3/11
Freshman Ashley Corum Excelling in Track and Field
Originally from a small, suburban town where everyone knows each other, Pitt track and field freshman Ashley Corum found herself living in a city where it is more common to pass strangers than friends... Full Release

3/3/11
Harrison, Cole Named to All-BIG EAST Teams
University of Pittsburgh senior Taneisha Harrison (Bowie, Md.) was selected to the All-BIG EAST Women's Basketball Second Team and senior Chelsea Cole (Lumberton, N.J.) was tabbed Honorable Mention, it was released by the league office on Thursday afternoon. Full Release

3/2/11
Pitt Women's Basketball Heads to Hartford for 2011 Big East Championship
The University of Pittsburgh women's basketball team begins play on Friday, March 4 at the 2011 Big East Championship in Hartford, Conn. The Panthers, the No. 12 seed will take on No. 13 seed University of South Florida in a first-round match-up at 12 p.m. at the XL Center. Full Release

3/2/11
Freshman Ashley Corum Excelling in Track and Field
With less than a minute remaining in his bout at the 157-pound weight class against conference rival Edinboro, Pitt wrestler Donnie Tasser knew his team badly needed a big win. Tied with his opponent with only 15 seconds remaining, Tasser planned his move, took a shot at his opponent and scored a takedown with eight seconds remaining to secure the 7-5 win and put the Panthers in the lead. Less than an hour later, Pitt took the win and clinched the EWL title for the second season in a row. Full Release

3/1/11
Konieczny Named to Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Watch List
Pitt infielder Philip Konieczny was named one of 30 candidates from across the nation selected for the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award, the selection committee announced this week. Full Release

3/1/11
Konieczny Named to Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Watch List
Pitt infielder Philip Konieczny was named one of 30 candidates from across the nation selected for the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award, the selection committee announced this week. Full Release

2/28/11
Softball Named Strikeout For Cancer Runner-Up
The University of Pittsburgh softball team finished second overall at the Strikeout for Cancer Tournament after falling to Maryland, 5-4, in the championship game hosted by Florida Atlantic at FAU Softball Stadium. The Panthers slipped to 7-3 on the year. Full Release

2/28/11
Parbhu Named Big East Player of the Week
Sophomore Karma Parbhu of women's tennis earned her first-ever Big East Player of the Week accolade, as announced by league officials for the week of Feb. 21. This is also the first conference nod of the season for the Panthers. Full Release

2/25/11
2011 Pitt Football Schedule Announced
New coach Todd Graham and his Pitt football team will face a 12-game schedule this fall featuring eight opponents coming off bowl game appearances and non-conference foes from the Big Ten, Pac-10 and Notre Dame. Full Release

2/22/11
PITT HONORS ITS SCHOLAR-ATHLETES AT ANNUAL BREAKFAST
Prior to today's rigorous daily schedule full of class and practice, Pitt's Alumni Association sponsored the annual University of Pittsburgh Scholar-Athlete Awards Breakfast in Alumni Hall this morning. Full Release

2/21/11
Six Pitt Players to Participate in upcoming NFL Scouting Combine
Six former Pitt football standouts have accepted invitations to participate in the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine held in Indianapolis, Ind., from Feb. 23 through March 1. Full Release

2/21/11
Wrestling Team Garners EWL Wrestlers of the Week Honors; Wilps Brothers Shine
After successfully notching its second consecutive EWL dual title on Saturday, the entire Pitt wrestling team garnered EWL Wrestler of the Week honors, the league announced Monday. Full Release

2/20/11
Corum Wins Triple Jump at Women's BIG EAST Indoor Championships
The Pitt women's track and field team finished ninth overall at the BIG EAST Indoor Championships on Sunday. The Panthers accumulated 48 points with 11 top-nine finishes. Full Release

2/19/11
Pitt Wrestling Outlasts Edinboro, 19-16, Claims Back-To-Back EWL Dual Titles
The No. 22-ranked Pitt wrestling team claimed its second consecutive EWL dual season title, defeating Edinboro, 19-16, Saturday at McComb Fieldhouse. Full Release

2/19/11
Kluever Earns All-Big East Honors
Junior Rousseau Kluever earned All-Big East honors, as the University of Pittsburgh men's swimming and diving team finished third overall in the 2011 Big East Championships, held at Ralph R. Wright Natatorium on Louisville's campus. Pitt finished with 503 points, behind Big East Champions Louisville (917) and Notre Dame (713.5). Full Release

2/19/11
Softball Stuns No. 17 Georgia Tech With 2-1 Victory
Two Panthers score on a seventh-inning error, as the University of Pittsburgh softball team upset No. 17 Georgia Tech, 2-1, in the Blue & Gold Felsberg Memorial Tournament at the FIU Softball Complex. The Panthers improved to 3-0 with the win, while Georgia Tech falls to 7-2 on the season. Full Release

2/15/11
Maczewski Looks Toward A NCAA Appearance
As he makes his way toward his first-ever NCAA championship appearance, Pitt swimmer Adam Maczewski is proving that no goal is too farfetched. Full Release

2/15/11
Five Athletes Set Career Bests at Akron Invitational
The Pitt men's track and field team notched 12 top-8 finishes with five individuals setting career bests at the Akron Invitational this past weekend. Full Release

2/15/11
Maczewski Looks Toward A NCAA Appearance
As he makes his way toward his first-ever NCAA championship appearance, Pitt swimmer Adam Maczewski is proving that no goal is too farfetched. Full Release

2/15/11
Five Athletes Set Career Bests at Akron Invitational
The Pitt men's track and field team notched 12 top-8 finishes with five individuals setting career bests at the Akron Invitational this past weekend. Full Release

2/15/11
Maczewski Looks Toward A NCAA Appearance
As he makes his way toward his first-ever NCAA championship appearance, Pitt swimmer Adam Maczewski is proving that no goal is too farfetched. Full Release

2/14/11
Pitt Planning on Offseason Success
While the Pitt women's soccer team consistently saw spurts of success in the last several seasons, ninth-year coach Sue-Moy Chin is looking to take things a bit further in 2011. Full Release

2/14/11
SOFTBALL SET TO PLAY NATIONALLY TELEVISED DOUBLEHEADER
For the first time in program history the University of Pittsburgh softball team will be featured in a national television broadcast, as announced by the Big East. The Panthers' May 4th doubleheader at Notre Dame is slated for a 4 p.m. start in South Bend, Ind. and will be televised on ESPNU. Full Release

2/12/11
No. 4 Pitt Tops No. 9 Villanova, 57-54
Brad Wanamaker scored 21 points, Nasir Robinson had 15 and No. 4 Pittsburgh escaped with a 57-54 win over No. 9 Villanova on Saturday night. Full Release

2/12/11
Forner Earns All-Big East Honors Again
For the second consecutive day, senior Collin Forner earned All-Big East honors with a second-place finish in the 3M diving event at the 2011 Big East Championships. Full Release

2/11/11
Pitt Wrestling Moves to 5-0 in the EWL, Throttles Cleveland State, 41-3
Pitt wrestling moved one step closer to earning back-to-back EWL dual titles, Friday night, as the Panthers defeated Cleveland State 41-3 at the Fitzgerald Field House. Full Release

2/8/11
SEVENTEEN PANTHERS HONORED ON BIG EAST ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM
In a year that saw the Pitt football team close out the 2010 season with a 27-10 win over Kentucky in the BBVA Compass Bowl, the Panthers gained acclaim off the field as well with 17 student-athletes being named to the Big East All-Academic team Tuesday. Full Release

2/8/11
Pitt Softball's 2011 Season Preview
Following its highest-ever seeding in the Big East Championship in 2010, the Pitt softball team anxiously awaits the start of the upcoming 2011 season, where it will play in its new home, the Petersen Sports Complex. The Panthers return eight starters and two pitchers from last year's squad that finished 27-25. Full Release

2/4/11
Pitt Wrestling Remains Undefeated in the EWL, Drops WVU 21-14
The Pitt wrestling team improved to 3-0 in EWL action this season with a 21-14 victory over rival West Virginia Friday night at Fitzgerald Field House. The Panthers scored six bonus points to remain the only unbeaten team in the conference. Full Release

2/3/11
Pitt Women's Soccer Signs Five for 2011 Season
The University of Pittsburgh Women's Head Soccer Coach Sue-Moy Chin announced the signing of four players to a National-Letter-of-Intent and one verbal commitment for the 2011 season, Thursday. Pitt adds one forward, two midfielders and two defenders to its roster. Full Release

2/2/11
Pitt Wrestling to Face WVU For Top Spot in the EWL
The No. 23-ranked Pitt wrestling team will square off against rival West Virginia this Friday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m at Fitzgerald Field House. Pitt will hold its annual "Fill the Fitz" promotion for the match that features the only two remaining unbeatens in the EWL conference. Full Release

2/2/11
2011 National Letter of Intent Day Coverage
Be the first to learn of Pitt Football's incoming signees on National Letter of Intent Day with announcements on @GoPittFootball on Twitter and Pitt Panthers on Facebook. PittsburghPanthers.com will provide detailed information and video on each addition to the team throughout the course of the day. Full Release

1/26/11
Pitt Football to Host Eight Games at Heinz Field; Panthers' Non-Conference Schedule Announced
Under the new direction of head coach Todd Graham, the Pitt football team will host eight games at Heinz Field this fall, including five home contests against teams that advanced to bowls this past season. Full Release

2/1/11
Senior Jania Sims Tops 1,000 Point Mark, Powers Pitt Past Cincinnati 79-48
Senior guard Jania Sims (Newark, N.J.) posted 24 points, including her 1,000 career point, to lift the University of Pittsburgh to a 79-48 victory over Cincinnati in BIG EAST women's basketball action on Tuesday evening at the Petersen Events Center. Full Release

1/30/11
Tomei Notches 100th Win as Wrestling Downs Bloomsburg, 22-8
The No. 23-ranked Pitt wrestling team improved to 9-6 overall and 2-0 in EWL competition after defeating Bloomsburg, 22-8, Sunday at Fitzgerald Field House. Full Release

1/29/11
Maczewski Improves Upon His Own School Record
Sophomore Adam Maczewski shaved time off his 100 back school record during the University of Pittsburgh men's swimming and diving team's loss to Virginia (159-130) at Trees Pool, this afternoon. The Panthers fell to 3-6 on the season. Full Release

1/27/11
Hard Work Pays Off For Record-Holder Lowery
Like most elite athletes, Pitt's Jermaine Lowery knows nothing can be achieved in his field of play without hard work and sacrifice. With that said, we flash back to Friday, Jan. 21 at the Great Dane Classic, as Lowery lined up to compete in the 500M dash. He knew the race presented an opportunity to exhibit the tenacious work ethic and competitive mentality he has developed. Full Release

1/24/11
PITT'S PINKSTON READYING FOR THIS WEEK'S SENIOR BOWL
Former Pitt standout offensive tackle Jason Pinkston is in Mobile, Ala., this week preparing to play in the 2011 Under Armour Senior Bowl, an annual showcase for the nation's top senior college football players and NFL Draft prospects. Full Release

1/27/11
No. 2 Men's Basketball Travels to Rutgers for Saturday game at 8 p.m. ET
Pitt and Rutgers meet for the 46th time in series history as the Scarlet Knights hold a 23-22 advantage. Since 1999-2000, Pitt has won 11 of the previous 13 meetings, including each of the last five consecutive games played in Piscataway. Pitt is 9-12 all-time in games played at Rutgers. The series dates back to the 1914-15 season. Full Release

1/23/11
No. 5 Men's Basketball Hosts No. 16 Notre Dame on Monday at 7 p.m.
No. 5/4 ranked Pitt (19-1, 7-0 Big East) hosts No. 16 Notre Dame (16-4, 5-3 Big East) for a Monday, January 24 contest at the Petersen Events Center. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. ET. The "Big Monday" game will be nationally televised on ESPN with Sean McDonough (play-by-play), Bill Raftery and Jay Bilas calling action. Bo Garrett will handle production. Full Release

1/22/11
Women's Track and Field Notches Second Place Finish at Great Dane Classic
Pitt women's track and field team placed second overall out of 18 teams, Friday, at the Great Dane Classic in New York, N.Y. The Panthers won three events and placed 20 athletes. Full Release

1/19/11
No. 22 Wrestling To Face Penn State Friday on National T.V.
The Pitt wrestling team will travel to State College, Pa., Friday, Jan. 21 for a top-25 showdown against Penn State. The match is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. ET and will air live on the Big Ten Network. Full Release

1/18/11
Graham Announces Coaching Staff Appointments
New Pitt head football coach Todd Graham has filled eight of the nine vacancies on his coaching staff Full Release

1/17/11
No. 5 Pitt Topples No. 3 Syracuse, 74-66
Pittsburgh coach Jamie Dixon almost couldn't believe it as the Panthers built their lead - 5-0, 11-0, 13-0 and finally to 19-0. The larger the lead got, the more he fretted. Full Release

1/12/11
Pitt Baseball Releases 2011 Schedule
The Pitt baseball team, which will begin competition in its first season at the Petersen Sports Complex, has released its 2011 schedule. Full Release

1/11/11
Watch On-Demand: Todd Graham Introductory Press Conference
Watch Pitt Football's new Head Coach Todd Graham's introductory press conference. Full Release

1/10/11
THREE PITT UNDERCLASSMEN ANNOUNCE NFL INTENTIONS
Three underclassmen members of the Pitt football team will forgo their remaining collegiate eligibility and declare for the NFL Draft. Junior receiver Jon Baldwin, junior fullback Henry Hynoski and sophomore tailback Dion Lewis announced their decisions to turn pro today. Full Release

1/10/11
Todd Graham Named Head Football Coach at the University of Pittsburgh
Watch Pitt Football's new Head Coach Todd Graham's introductory press conference. Full Release

1/13/11
Pitt Wrestling Set to Open EWL Conference Action on Friday at Lock Haven
The Pitt wrestling team is set to begin Eastern Wrestling League conference action on Friday, when the Panthers travel to Lock Haven University for a 7 p.m. match. The Panthers enter the dual ranked as the No. 23 team in the nation. Full Release

1/9/11
Nauman Reaches 100 Wins, Wrestling Finishes 3-1 at Pitt Duals
The Pitt wrestling team finished 3-1 as hosts of the Pitt Duals on Sunday at Fitzgerald Field House, with wins over Drexel, Davidson and Millersville. The Panthers improved to 7-5 overall on the season. Full Release

1/8/11
Pitt Victorious in BBVA Compass Bowl, Defeats Kentucky, 27-10
Pittsburgh scored touchdowns off two mistakes by Kentucky's punting team and the Panthers, playing for their former coach, beat the Wildcats 27-10 in the BBVA Compass Bowl on Saturday. Full Release

1/8/11
No. 5 Pitt Slips Past Marquette, 89-81
Ashton Gibbs scored 19 points and Brad Wanamaker led a first-half surge in which Pittsburgh rapidly opened up a 16-point lead, carrying the hot-shooting Panthers past Marquette 89-81 on Saturday. Full Release

1/8/11
No. 20 Wrestling Set to Host Pitt Duals on Sunday
The Pitt wrestling team will host its annual Pitt Duals on Sunday, Jan. 9 at Fitzgerald Field House. The Panthers will compete against four opponents, beginning with Drexel at 9 a.m., followed by matches with Davidson, Millersville and No. 21 Northwestern. Full Release

1/5/11
Men's Soccer Receives National Academic Award
The University of Pittsburgh men's soccer team has earned the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Team Academic Award for the 2009-10 academic year. Full Release

1/3/11
Pitt Basketball to Appear on ESPNU All-Access Television Show
Viewers will receive a behind-the-scenes, all-access look at a "day-in-the-life" of the No. 5 ranked Pitt basketball team when it appears in a half-hour ESPNU All-Access television show. The show, hosted by Panthers Head Coach Jamie Dixon, will debut nationally on ESPNU at 6:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 5. ESPNU will also rebroadcast the show on Jan. 6 at 5 p.m. and on Jan. 8 at 5 p.m. Full Release

12/20/10
Pitt Baseball Ranked No. 30 In Collegiate Baseball Newspaper's Preseason Poll
Pitt's baseball team has earned a ranking of No. 30 by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper in their preseason poll, released Monday. Full Release

12/18/10
No. 8 Pittsburgh Bounces Back, Downs Maryland Eastern Shore 97-64
Pitt knows Gilbert Brown is capable of games like this. What the Panthers would love to see is Brown having them on a consistent basis, not just once a month. Full Release

12/9/10
Pitt Gymnastics Begins 2011 Season With Blue/Gold Meet
The Pitt gymnastics team will take to the mat for the first time this season as they host their intrasquad Blue/Gold Meet Friday evening at 6 p.m. at Fitzgerald Field House Full Release

12/9/10
Jabaal Sheard Named Big East Defensive Player of the Year
University of Pittsburgh senior defensive end Jabaal Sheard added to his lengthy list of postseason honors today when he was named the Big East Defensive Player of the Year by league coaches Full Release

12/9/10
No. 3 Men's Basketball Takes on No. 11 Tennessee on Saturday at CONSOL Energy Center
Pitt and Tennessee meet in DIRECTV SEC Big East Invitational; Tipoff is at 3:15 p.m. Saturday for a nationally televised contest on ESPN and ESPN-3D; Undefeated Pitt (10-0) has defeated each of its last six Southeastern Conference opponents. Full Release

12/7/10
WANNSTEDT ANNOUNCES RESIGNATION FROM PITT
Dave Wannstedt announced today he will resign as head football coach at the University of Pittsburgh. Wannstedt informed Pitt athletic director Steve Pederson of his decision Tuesday. Full Release

12/5/10
Dion Lewis Named Big East Offensive Player of the Week
Pitt sophomore running back Dion Lewis has been named the Big East Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 28-10 victory over Cincinnati this past weekend. Full Release

12/5/10
PITT ACCEPTS INVITE TO BBVA COMPASS BOWL IN BIRMINGHAM
The University of Pittsburgh today accepted an invitation to play in the 2011 BBVA Compass Bowl in Birmingham, Ala., it was announced by the bowl's officials. Pitt will face Kentucky from the Southeastern Conference on January 8 at historic Legion Field. Full Release

12/3/10
Pitt Wrestling Places Six, Wins One Title at Nittany Lion Open
Pitt wrestling placed six and claimed one title, Sunday, at the Nittany Lion Open on the campus of Penn State. Juniors Zac Thomusseit and Matt Wilps finished as co-champions at 197-pounds. Full Release

12/3/10
Pitt Panthers Television broadcasts eight hours of programming every Sunday
Pitt Panthers Television broadcasts eight hours of programming every Sunday Full Release

12/1/10
Pitt's Jabaal Sheard Named Finalist for Ted Hendricks Award
After leading the Panthers to their third consecutive postseason appearance, Pitt Head Women's Volleyball Coach Toby Rens has announced the signing of three student-athletes to National Letters of Intent, during the early signing period. Lindsey Zitzke, Mechael Guess and Jessica Wynn will join the Panthers program next fall. Full Release

11/29/10
Tomei Garners EWL Wrestler of the Week Accolades
Pitt heavyweight Ryan Tomei was named EWL Wrestler of the Week, the league office announced Sunday night. Full Release

11/29/10
No. 3 Men's Basketball Takes on Duquesne at Consol Energy Center
No. 3 ranked Pitt (7-0) and Duquesne (3-1) meet for the 79th all-time City Game on Wednesday, December 1 at CONSOL Energy Center. The game marks the first-ever basketball game to be played at the new CONSOL Energy Center. Tipoff is at 9:20 p.m. ET. Full Release

11/28/10
Five Players Notch Double Figures as Pitt Romps Loyola, 73-45
Five players reached double-figure scoring as the Pitt women's basketball team rolled to a 73-45 win over Loyola (Md.) on Sunday afternoon at the Petersen Event Center. Full Release

11/27/10
Tomei Clutch as Pitt Wrestling Finishes 2-1 at Journeyman Northeast Duals
The Pitt wrestling team improved to 4-3 overall, Saturday, at the Journeyman Northeast Duals in Troy, N.Y. Ranked No. 14 in the country, the Panthers recorded victories over Penn (16-15) and No. 23 Virginia (21-15) before falling to American (21-19) at Hudson Valley Community College. Full Release

11/16/10
No. 5 Men's Basketball Travels to New York for Coaches vs. Cancer
No. 5 ranked Pitt (3-0) travels to New York City and Madison Square Garden for its fourth and fifth games of the 2010-11 season in the 2K Sports Classic benefitting Coaches vs. Cancer. Pitt plays Maryland (3-0) on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. ET, then will face either No. 13 Illinois or Texas on Friday, Nov. 19 at either 5 p.m. or 7 p.m. ET. Full Release

11/15/10
Backyard Brawl Set for Noon at Heinz Field
The 103rd edition of the "Backyard Brawl" between Pitt and West Virginia -- held this year on Friday, Nov. 26, at Heinz Field -- will be nationally televised by ABC and kick off at noon, it was announced today by the Big East Conference. Full Release

11/15/10
Panthers Play at Surging South Florida this Saturday
Pitt looks to remain atop the Big East standings when its visits league foe USF at Raymond James Stadium. The Panthers, with one conference loss, are looking to stay ahead of a pack of four Big East teams with two league losses each. Full Release

11/14/10
Men Place 20th, Women 22nd at NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regional's
The Pitt cross country teams had successful outings at the Mid-Atlantic Regional's, Saturday, at Penn State. The men finished 20th, while the women placed 22nd. Full Release

11/14/10
Women's Volleyball Garners A No. 6 Seed in the Big East Championship
The University of Pittsburgh women's volleyball team earned the No. 6 seed in the 2010 Big East Championship, and faces No. 3 Marquette on campus at Fitzgerald Field House on Friday, Nov. 19, at 6 p.m. Full Release

11/14/10
PITT SET TO HOST BIG EAST VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
The University of Pittsburgh women's volleyball team will host the 2010 Big East Volleyball Tournament from Nov. 19-21 at Fitzgerald Field House. This marks the 11th time the Panthers have hosted the tournament, and the second in the past three years. Full Release

11/11/10
Coach Jordano announces 2011 Recruiting Class
The Pitt wrestling team will open its dual meet season in a clash of top-15 teams as the Panthers take on Lehigh at Fitzgerald Field House on Friday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Full Release

11/10/10
Pitt Women's Basketball Inks Top-20 Recruiting Class
PITTSBURGH - Loliya Briggs, Chyna Golden, Brianna Kiesel, Cora McManus and TiAnna Porter have signed National Letters of Intent to compete for the Pitt women's basketball program next season, Panthers head coach Agnus Berenato announced Wednesday. The class is ranked No. 19 in preliminary class rankings by ESPN HoopGurlz and No. 23 by All-Star Girls Report. Full Release

11/12/10
No. 5 Men's Basketball to Host North Florida on Saturday at 4 p.m.
No. 5 ranked Pitt (2-0) plays its third game of the year on Saturday, Nov. 13 when it hosts Atlantic Sun opponent North Florida (13-18, 8-12 A-Sun in 2009-10) at the Petersen Events Center. Tipoff is at 4 p.m. ET. Full Release

11/9/10
No. 14 Pitt to Host No. 15 Lehigh, Former Pitt NCAA Champion Pat Santoro
Pitt Head Baseball Coach Joe Jordano announced on Thursday that seven student-athletes have signed letters of intent to continue their academic and baseball careers at the University of Pittsburgh. Full Release

11/9/10
No. 5 Men's Basketball to Host Illinois Chicago on Wednesday at 7 p.m.
No. 5 ranked Pitt (1-0) plays its second game of the year on Wednesday, Nov. 10 when it hosts Horizon League opponent Illinois-Chicago (8-22, 3-15 HL in 2009-10) at the Petersen Events Center. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. ET. Full Release

11/9/10
Pitt Women's Basketball Coach Agnus Berenato Named Honorary Chair of Komen Pittsburgh Race for the Cure
Pitt women's basketball coach Agnus Berenato has been named Honorary Chair of the 2011 Komen Pittsburgh Race for the Cure. The Pittsburgh Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® made the announcement on Monday. Full Release

11/7/10
Football Travels to Connecticut for Thursday ESPN Showdown
Pitt looks to tighten its grip on first place in the Big East when it travels to Connecticut for an ESPN Thursday night national telecast. The lone undefeated team in conference play, the Panthers are trying to achieve a 4-0 Big East start for the second straight year. Full Release

11/4/10
Pitt Women's Basketball Begins Play on Friday Evening
The Pitt women's basketball team commences the 2010-11 season with an exhibition contest versus Seton Hill on Friday, November 5 at 7 p.m. at the Petersen Events Center. Full Release

11/2/10
Warren Barnes is Named to the FINA World Championship Canadian Team
Former Pitt Panther Warren Barnes was named to the FINA World Championship Canadian Team. Barnes will be one of 16 short-distance swimmers, including seven Olympians to compete in the FINA Championships this December. Full Release

11/1/10
Pitt Baseball's Joe Jordano Named Chuck Tanner Collegiate Baseball Manager of the Year
Pitt baseball head coach Joe Jordano has been named the as the first-ever Chuck Tanner Collegiate Baseball Manager of the Year by the Rotary Club of Pittsburgh. Full Release

11/1/10
No. 5 Men's Basketball to Host Indiana, Pa. on Thursday at 7 p.m.
No. 5 ranked Pitt will play its second and final exhibition game of the 2010-11 basketball season when it hosts NCAA Division II power and No. 4 ranked Indiana, Pa. on Thursday at the Petersen Events Center. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. ET. Full Release

10/31/10
Tune in to Pitt Panthers Television on The Comcast Network every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Pitt and The Comcast Network are proud to announce the launch of Pitt Panthers Television, a breakthrough programming service that will annually present more than 500 additional hours of Pitt athletics coverage to area fans exclusively on The Comcast Network, including live broadcasts of men's basketball games this season and football coach Dave Wannstedt's weekly press conferences as well as re-airs of all home football games. Full Release

10/30/10
Men Place 12th, Women 15th at Big East Cross Country Championships
The Pitt men's cross country team finished 12th and the women's team placed 15th at the Big East Championships, Saturday, hosted by Syracuse. Full Release

10/29/10
Pitt Wrestling Ranked 14th in Preseason Poll
Coming off a season that featured a 17-1-1 record and an EWL conference championship, the Pitt wrestling team finds itself ranked no. 14 in the NWCA/USA Today Division I Team Coaches Poll. Full Release

10/28/10
Men's Basketball Ranked No. 5 in Associated Press Preseason Poll
The Pitt basketball team will open its 2010-11 season ranked No. 5 in the Associated Press preseason poll, the media organization announced on Thursday. Associated Press poll voters consist of writers and broadcasters throughout the nation. Full Release

10/25/10
Pitt Wrestling Team Receives EWL Championship Rings at Football Game
Members of the Pitt wrestling team received their Eastern Wrestling League championship rings Saturday at the Pitt football game against Rutgers at Heinz Field. The ceremony took place after the first quarter and featured a highlight video of the team's success last season. Full Release

10/25/10
Morie Kephart Named Big East Goalkeeper of the Week, College Soccer 360 Primetime Performer
After an undefeated 2-0-0 week in which the Pitt women's soccer team clinched a Big East Tournament berth, goalkeeper Morie Kephart was named Big East Goalkeeper of the Week by the league office on Monday. Full Release

10/25/10
Six Former Pitt Letterwinners to be Honored at 50th Annual Awards Dinner
The Pitt Varsity Letter Club will honor six former letterwinners as 2010 "Awardees of Distinction" during the club's 50th Annual Awards Dinner on Friday, Oct. 29, at the Petersen Events Center. The event is set to begin at 5:30 p.m. Full Release

10/24/10
Women's Soccer Defeats UCONN, Advances to Big East Tournament for Fourth Time in Six Years
The Pitt women's soccer team advanced to the Big East Tournament for the fourth time in the last six years with a 1-0 win over Connecticut Sunday at Founders Field. Full Release

10/25/10
Football Hosts Louisville in Big East Battle at Heinz Field
The lone undefeated team in Big East play, Pitt eyes a third consecutive conference victory when it hosts Louisville at Heinz Field. The Panthers are trying to achieve a 3-0 Big East start for the second straight year. Full Release

10/23/10
Matevish Sets an Ocasek Pool Record in the Panthers' Victory
Freshman Lauren Matevish set an Ocasek Natatorium Pool Record, as Pitt's women's swimming and diving team earned a 168-131 victory over Akron, this evening. The Panthers improved to 3-0 on the season. Full Release

10/21/10
Men's Basketball Ranked No. 4 in USA Today/ESPN Preseason Coaches Poll
The Pitt basketball team will open its 2010-11 season ranked No. 4 in the preseason USA Today/ESPN Coaches poll, the publication announced Thursday afternoon. The USA Today/ESPN poll is voted upon by 31 NCAA Division I head coaches. Full Release

10/21/10
Women's Basketball Picked 13th In Preseason Big East Poll
The Pitt women's basketball team was picked to finish 13th in a preseason poll voted on by Big East coaches, released Thursday morning at the league's annual media day held at BB King's restaurant in New York City. Full Release

10/20/10
Men's Basketball Picked as Preseason Big East Favorite at Media Day
For the fourth time in program history, the Pitt men's basketball team was selected by league coaches as the preseason favorite at the Big East Conference's annual media day Wednesday at Madison Square Garden. Additionally, junior guard Ashton Gibbs earned preseason First Team All-Big East honors. Full Release

10/21/10
Pitt Baseball To Take Part In Big East/Big Ten Challenge
The Pitt baseball team is set to take part in the third annual Big East/Big Ten Challenge hosted by the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Sports Commission. The Panthers will meet up with Illinois, Iowa and Purdue during the three-day competition, Feb. 18-20. Full Release

10/21/10
Pitt Wrestling to Kick Off Season on Sunday With Blue vs. Gold Wrestle-offs
The Pitt wrestling team beings its quest to repeat as EWL champions when it holds its annual intrasquad match on Sunday at Fitzgerald Field House. The event will begin at 1:30 p.m. and admission is free. Full Release

10/21/10
Pitt Wrestling to Kick Off Season on Sunday With Blue vs. Gold Wrestle-offs
The Pitt wrestling team beings its quest to repeat as EWL champions when it holds its annual intrasquad match on Sunday at Fitzgerald Field House. The event will begin at 1:30 p.m. and admission is free. Full Release

10/20/10
Dan Hutchins Named to Phil Steele's Midseason All-America Team
Dan Hutchins' status as one of the country's top specialists was confirmed today when the senior was named to Phil Steele's "Midseason All-America Team." Full Release

10/19/10
Acton Shatters Pitt Record For Digs
Sophomore Margy Acton set a Pitt and Fitzgerald Field House record in digs, as the University of Pittsburgh women's volleyball team earned a five-set victory over Robert Morris, 3-2, at Fitzgerald Field House this evening. Full Release

10/18/10
Football Hosts Rutgers in Key Big East Encounter
Looking to build momentum from its Big East-opening victory at Syracuse, Pitt hosts Rutgers at Heinz Field. Full Release

10/18/10
Dan Hutchins Named Big East Special Teams Player of the Week
Pitt senior placekicker/punter Dan Hutchins, one of the country's most productive specialists, has been named the Big East Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 45-14 victory over Syracuse this past weekend. Full Release

10/15/10
PITT AWARDS INAUGURAL BATTLE of the PANTHERS' TEAM CHAMPION: MEN'S SWIMMING and DIVING
The Pitt athletic department announced the men's swimming and diving team as its inaugural winner of its Panther Game Plan Team Challenge - Battle of the Panthers. The Pitt women's swimming and diving team finished second, while the gymnastics squad placed third. Full Release

10/14/10
Basketball to Host Blue-Gold Scrimmage on Friday, Oct. 22
Fans will get their first glimpse of the 2010-11 Pitt Basketball team when it hosts its annual Blue-Gold Scrimmage on Friday, Oct. 22 at the Petersen Events Center. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. Full Release

10/14/10
Men's Basketball Hosts Preseason Media Day
The Pitt men's basketball team hosted its annual preseason media, photo and video day on Thursday at the Petersen Events Center. Pitt Head Coach Jamie Dixon and the Panthers were available for interviews and photo requests. Full Release

10/14/10
Pitt Welcomes DeJuan Blair Back to the Petersen Events Center
It will be a homecoming for former Pitt star and Pittsburgh native DeJuan Blair this evening when his San Antonio Spurs face the Cleveland Cavaliers in an exhibition game at the Petersen Events Center. Full Release

10/14/10
PITT FACES MINNESOTA IN `SUPER SIX SERIES' INAGURAL GAME
Pitt's women's basketball team will play in the inaugural `Super Six Series' in November, as six conferences have joined forces to create the women's basketball challenge. Full Release

10/11/10
Meet the Press: Syracuse Week
Dave Wannstedt Press Conference Full Release

10/12/10
Lu Reaches Finals in Second Consecutive Tournament
The Pitt women's tennis team saw success from freshman Jocelyn Lu, as she reached the finals in her bracket at the Sergio Tacchini Invitational hosted by Norfolk State. Full Release

10/11/10
Football Begins Big East Play at Syracuse
Pitt renews ties with one of its oldest eastern rivals when it travels to Syracuse this week. The teams have met 65 prior times with the Panthers holding a 32-30-3 edge in the historic series. Full Release

10/9/10
Barnes Sets Blue-Gold Meet Record
Senior Laura Barnes set a meet record, as the University of Pittsburgh swimming and diving team hosted its annual Blue-Gold Meet at Trees Pool Full Release

10/8/10
Pitt Wrestling Releases Schedule; To Host Six Matches
SComing off possibly its most successful season in school history, Pitt wrestling has released its upcoming 2010-11 schedule, as announced by Head Coach Rande Stottlemyer Friday. Full Release

10/4/10
Pitt-Syracuse Selected "Big East Network Game of the Week"
The Pitt football team's Oct. 16 game at Syracuse will be televised by ESPN Regional as the "Big East Network Game of the Week" and have a noon kickoff, the conference office announced today. Full Release

10/4/10
Meet the Press: Notre Dame Week
Dave Wannstedt Press Conference - Notre Dame Week Full Release

10/4/10
Football's Graham and Hutchins Honored by Big East
Pitt sophomore running back Ray Graham has been named the Big East Offensive Player of the Week, while senior placekicker/punter Dan Hutchins earned the league's Special Teams Player of the Week award. Full Release

10/4/10
Panthers and Irish Renew Ties for 66th Time this Saturday
Pitt seeks an unprecedented third consecutive victory at Notre Dame Stadium when it visits the Irish this week for a national NBC television date. Full Release

9/27/10
Football Hosts Florida International this Saturday at Heinz Field
Pitt plays its fourth non-conference opponent of the season when it hosts Florida International University (FIU) at Heinz Field. Full Release

9/25/10
Pitt Holds Second Annual Fan Fest and Maggie Dixon Heart Health Fair
The University of Pittsburgh hosted its second annual Basketball Fan Fest and Maggie Dixon Heart Health Fair on Saturday, Sept. 25 at the Petersen Events Center. Full Release

9/23/10
Get the New Pittsburgh Panthers Browser Theme
The University of Pittsburgh Athletics, in partnership with CBSSports.com College Network, introduces the Pittsburgh Panthers browser themes Full Release

9/21/10
Pitt and The Comcast Network are proud to announce the launch of Pitt Panthers Television, a breakthrough programming service that will annually present more than 500 additional hours of Pitt athletics coverage to area fans exclusively on The Comcast Network Full Release

9/19/10
Panthers Host Miami Hurricanes at Heinz Field for Thursday ESPN Encounter
Pitt and Miami meet for the first time since the 2003 season. It will be the fourth time the two schools have clashed in front of an ESPN Thursday night television audience. Full Release

9/17/10
Pitt Releases Entire 2010-11 Men's Basketball Schedule
The University of Pittsburgh released its entire 31-game 2010-11 men's basketball schedule on Friday. Game times and additional national and ESPN Regional/Big East Network television games will be announced at a later date. Full Release

9/15/10
Pitt to Host Basketball Fan Fest and Maggie Dixon Heart Health Fair on Saturday, Sept. 25
The University of Pittsburgh will host its second annual Basketball Fan Fest and Maggie Dixon Heart Health Fair on Saturday, Sept. 25 at the Petersen Events Center from 1-3 p.m. Admission is free to this family-oriented event. Free parking is available in the OC Lot at noon. Doors open at 1 p.m. Full Release

9/14/10
Pitt-Florida International To Kick At Either 3:30 or 8 p.m.
The Pitt football game with Florida International on Oct. 2 will kick off at either 3:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. Anticipated television game coverage will be on a channel from the ESPN family of networks. Full Release

9/13/10
Softball Helps Raise Awareness This Month
PITTSBURGH--Pitt's softball team has returned to classes for the fall semester, and will begin Fall Ball this week. However, September is also important because it is recognized as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, which spotlights children battling cancer and urges advocacy and fundraising for cancer research and awareness. Full Release

9/9/10
Women's Soccer To Host Fan Fest, Raise Cancer Awareness On Sunday
The Pitt women's soccer team will host its annual fan fest on Sunday, Sept. 12, at North Allegheny High School when the Panthers take on Kent State at 5 p.m. The team will also take part in the Ovarian Awareness Cancer walk in the morning. Full Release

9/9/10
Men's Basketball Team to Sign Autographs Prior to Pitt-New Hampshire Football Game
As part of the World's Largest Family Tailgate, the Pitt men's basketball team will sign autographs prior to Saturday's Pitt football game at Heinz Field. The autograph session will take place outside Heinz Field on Art Rooney Avenue and will run from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Full Release

9/7/10
Jan Wannstedt to host her annual Football 101 at the UPMC Sports Performance Complex
Jan Wannstedt will be hosting her annual Football 101 sponsored by AT&T, Tuesday, Sept. 28 at the Duratz Athletic Complex on Pittsburgh's South Side from 6:30-8:30 p.m., with registration beginning at 6 p.m. Full Release

9/7/10
Softball Announces 2011 Schedule
The University of Pittsburgh Head Softball Coach Holly Aprile announced the 2011 schedule this week. The Panthers play eight fall ball games in September, and will resume action in February with five tournaments in just over a month's time. Full Release

9/4/10
Campbell Records a Career High in Kills
Sophomore Alexa Campbell recorded a career night, as the University of Pittsburgh women's volleyball team earned its first win of the season over Tulane, 3-0, this evening in the final match of the Pitt Invitational, held at Fitzgerald Field House. Full Release

9/1/10
Nike Unveils Customized Pro Combat Uniform for Pitt
In a special announcement made earlier today in New York City, Nike unveiled its exclusive high-performance Nike Pro Combat uniforms in new designs for 10 elite college programs. The Panthers were among the 10 teams selected to wear the uniforms this season. Full Release

8/31/10
Acton Records A Career-High 15 Digs Against Kent State
Freshman libero Margy Acton recorded 15 digs in the match, as the University of Pittsburgh volleyball team suffered a 3-1 loss to Kent State, this evening at the M.A.C. Center. In a match that featured 20 ties, the Panthers fell in four set with scores of 25-19, 13-25, 14-25 and 18-25. Full Release

8/25/10
Dion Lewis Named Doak Walker Award Candidate
Pitt sophomore running back Dion Lewis, the nation's leading returning rusher, added to his lengthy list of preseason recognitions this afternoon when he was named to the watch list for the Doak Walker Award, annually presented to the nation's top running back. Full Release

8/23/10
Barnes Places In Three Events in the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships
Canadian National Champion and former Pitt standout Warren Barnes placed in the finals in all three of the events he competed in during the 2010 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships, this past weekend. Held at William Woollet Jr. Aquatics Center, this national meet is considered a step below the Olympics. Full Release

8/21/10
Blue Wins Blue-Gold Scrimmage
Senior Amy Town recorded a double-double, as Pitt's women's volleyball team hosted its annual Blue-Gold Scrimmage at Fitzgerald Field House, this afternoon. Blue won 3-2. Full Release

8/20/10
Pitt's Hutchins Named to Lou Groza Award Watch List
Pitt senior kicker Dan Hutchins is one of 30 players named to the watch list for the 19th annual Lou Groza Award, it was announced by the West Palm Beach County Sports Commission on Friday. Full Release

8/21/10
Blue Wins Blue-Gold Scrimmage
Senior Amy Town recorded a double-double, as Pitt's women's volleyball team hosted its annual Blue-Gold Scrimmage at Fitzgerald Field House, this afternoon. Blue won 3-2. Full Release

8/20/10
Pitt's Hutchins Named to Lou Groza Award Watch List
Pitt senior kicker Dan Hutchins is one of 30 players named to the watch list for the 19th annual Lou Groza Award, it was announced by the West Palm Beach County Sports Commission on Friday. Full Release

6/11/10
Joe Leonard Named NCBWA District 1 Player of the Year
Pitt junior third baseman/relief pitcher Joe Leonard has been named the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association District 1 Player of the Year, announced the organization on Friday. Full Release

6/9/10
Recognition For Joe Leonard Continues To Pour In
Pitt junior third baseman/relief pitcher Joe Leonard has been named a semifinalist for the John Olerud Two-Way Player of the Year Award and has been named as a Ping! Baseball Third Team All-American as both a utility fielder and pitcher. Full Release

6/9/10
Buchanan Earns ESPN the Magazine All-America Honors
After earning all-district honors in May, senior Jonathan Buchanan of Pitt's men swimming and diving team garnered accolades on the 2010 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America Men's At-Large Third Team, as announced by CoSIDA on Tuesday. Full Release

6/8/10
Joe Leonard Drafted In Third Round By Atlanta Braves
Pitt junior Joe Leonard has been drafted in the third round by the Atlanta Braves as the 101st overall pick in the 2010 Major League Baseball Draft. "I could not be more pleased for Joe and his family," Pitt head coach Joe Jordano said. "I was a little surprised he lasted until the third round. I feel strongly that he will be a major leaguer someday soon. Joe's impact on our program was great and his legacy will last a long time." Full Release

6/3/10
Joe Leonard Named Louisville Slugger All-American
Pitt third baseman/relief pitcher Joe Leonard has been named a Louisville Slugger TPX Third Team All-American, announced the staff at Collegiate Baseball newspaper on Thursday. Leonard (Dawson, Pa./Connellsville) becomes the second Louisville Slugger All-American for Pitt in the last two years, joining 2009 teammate Chris Sedon. The Panthers have placed four on the prestigious team throughout the years [Leonard (2010), Sedon (2009), Jim Negrych (2006) and P.J. Hiser (2004)], as well as Rob Brant, who was named to the Freshman All-America squad in 2005. Full Release

6/1/10
Sporting News calls Dion Lewis "game's most complete runner"
Calling him "the game's most complete runner," Sporting News College Football 2010 lists Pitt sophomore tailback Dion Lewis as one of five leading candidates for this year's Heisman Trophy. The nation's top returning rusher, Lewis is one of two running backs named preseason first team All-America by Sporting News, joining Alabama's Mark Ingram, the 2009 Heisman recipient. Four Pitt players overall made the Sporting News Preseason All-America Team. In addition to Lewis, senior offensive tackle Jason Pinkston (first team), senior defensive end Greg Romeus (second team) and junior receiver Jon Baldwin (third team) were honored. Full Release

5/30/10
Pitt's Kevan Smith and Cory Brownsten Named To Big East All-Tournament Team
Pitt catcher Cory Brownsten and designated hitter Kevan Smith have been named to the Big East Baseball All-Tournament team, announced Sunday in Clearwater, Fla. Brownsten (Lockport, N.Y./Monroe CC) batted .417 in the tournament, including an outstanding performance behind the plate. The senior was 5-for-12 with two runs scored and three RBI. Full Release

5/29/10
Jones and Mills Return From NCAA East Regionals
Pitt's women's track and field team finished up action at the NCAA Outdoor East Regionals, this evening, held at Irwin Bell Track on the campus of North Carolina A&T State. Competing in the semifinals of the 200M dash, sophomore Cambrya Jones finished 22nd after crossing the finish line at 24.11. Trailing, junior Da'Lynn Mills placed 23rd in the same event with a time of 24.15. Full Release

5/25/10
Leonard Named Player of the Year, Six Other Panthers Earn All-Big East Honors
University of Pittsburgh junior third baseman Joe Leonard was named the 2010 Big East Player of the Year, becoming just the third Panther to win the award, the conference announced Tuesday night during the opening festivities at Bright House Field. Joining Leonard on the All-Big East First Team is catcher Cory Brownsten, designated hitter Kevan Smith and pitcher Corey Baker. Pitcher Matt Iannazzo and left fielder John Schultz were named to the All-Big East Second Team while first baseman David Chester earned All-Big East Third Team honors. Full Release

5/24/10
Nine Panthers Advance to the NCAA Track and Field East Regional
After a week off and waiting for the announcement, nine members of Pitt's men's and women's track and field teams learned that they were invited to the 2010 NCAA Outdoor East Regionals, held in Greensboro, N.C. from May 27-29. Full Release

5/16/10
Women's Track and Field Finishes Fourth at ECAC Championships
Pitt's women's track and field team finished fourth with 39 points at the 2010 ECAC Championships, held at Weaver Stadium on Princeton's campus, this weekend. Full Release

5/16/10
Three Panthers Finish in the Top Eight
Three Panthers placed in the finals, as the University of Pittsburgh men's track and field team competed in the 2010 IC4A Championships, held at Weaver Stadium on Princeton's campus, this weekend. Full Release

5/10/10
Softball Earns Its Highest-Ever Seed, Faces Louisville In Big East Championships
Earning its highest-ever seeding in the Big East Championship, No. 6 Pitt faces No. 3 Louisville at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 13, in Louisville, Ky. The Panthers garnered their fourth championship berth in the past five seasons, and their first under second-year head coach Holly Aprile. Should the Panthers advance to the second round, they face the winner of No. 2 Notre Dame and No. 7 Providence at 5 p.m. on Friday. The Big East Championship title game is scheduled for Saturday at 5 p.m. Full Release

5/8/10
Panthers and Pirates Split Doubleheader
The University of Pittsburgh baseball team split its doubleheader with Seton Hall University here today at Owen T. Carroll Field, winning game one 14-2 before dropping game two, 9-7. The Panthers clinched the series and a spot in the Big East Conference Tournament with its game one win, marking the second straight season the Panthers will participate in the year-end tournament. Full Release

5/2/10
Eight Panthers Garner All-Big East Honors
Eight Panthers garnered All-Big East honors on the final day of the Big East Outdoor Championships, as the University of Pittsburgh women's track and field team finished ninth overall with 55 points at the conference meet, held at Gettler Stadium. Pitt's 4x400M relay team earned All-Big East honors with a second-place performance, besting the previous stadium record of 3:44.99 set in 2003. The Panthers recorded a 3:42.03 finish with a team that consisted of seniors Brianna Broyles and Kaetlyn Brown and freshmen Arielle Fonrose and Rachael McIntosh. McIntosh also earned all-conference accolades in the heptathlon, yesterday. Full Release

4/30/10
Four Panthers Named to NationalChamps.net All-America Team
The Pitt Panthers will feature some of the very best players in the country this season according to NationalChamps.net, which has announced its 11th Annual Preseason All-America Team. Four Pitt players were named All-Americans by NationalChamps.net, including first-team selections in sophomore running back Dion Lewis and senior offensive tackle Jason Pinkston. The Panthers' second-team honorees were junior receiver Jon Baldwin and senior defensive end Greg Romeus. Full Release

4/30/10
Pitt's Pinkston and Romeus Named to Initial Lombardi Award Watch List
Pitt senior offensive tackle Jason Pinkston and senior defensive end Greg Romeus have been named to the initial watch list for the 2010 Rotary Lombardi Award, the Rotary Club of Houston (Texas) announced. Eligibility for the Rotary Lombardi Award is limited to down linemen, end-to-end, either on offense or defense, who set up no farther than 10 yards to the left or right of the ball, or linebackers who set up no farther than five yards deep from the line of scrimmage. Full Release

4/25/10
Tutt Records Her Third Home Run of the Weekend
Junior Reba Tutt smacked her third homer in two days, in a late rally, as Pitt's softball team attempted to comeback in a 7-5 loss to Seton Hall during the final game of its weekend series, held at Trees Field, this afternoon. The Panthers slipped to 24-20 on the season and 8-8 in the Big East, while the Pirates improved to 19-24 overall and 8-9 in the league. Trailing 7-2 in the fifth inning, Tutt needed just one pitch from the Seton Hall hurler to pull the Panthers within three, (7-4), as she blasted a two-RBI homer through center field. Full Release

4/24/10
Pitt Tight Ends Selected in 2010 NFL Draft
Pitt had two players selected in the 2010 NFL Draft on Saturday and three additional players signed free agent contracts. Tight ends Nate Byham and Dorin Dickerson were selected by the San Francisco 49ers and Houston Texans, respectively. Byham was a sixth-round pick, while Dickerson was chosen in the seventh. It marked the 11th consecutive year a Pitt player was chosen in the NFL Draft. Full Release

4/20/10
Damon Named to Big East Weekly Honor Roll
Following a successful 2-1 weekend for the Pitt softball team, sophomore infielder Ciera Damon earned Big East weekly honor roll accolades, league officials announced on Monday. Damon (Ellwood City, Pa/Lincoln) started all three games against St. John's this past weekend. She led the team in batting average for the week at .625 and collected five hits, one run, three RBI and one homerun. Full Release

4/20/10
McIntosh Earns Big East Field Performer of the Week Honors
Freshman Rachael McIntosh of women's track and field team earned Pitt's first Big East Women's Field Performer of the Week honor, this season, as announced by league officials on Tuesday. McIntosh earned Big East Performer of the Week honors following her first place finish in the heptathlon at the MSU Legacy Track Meet. McIntosh recorded a team- and personal-best 5,074 points. That score was a NCAA regional qualifying mark last season. Full Release

4/18/10
Men's Track and Field Wins MSU Legacy Meet
Five Panthers earned first-place finishes, as Pitt's men's track and field team won the MSU Legacy Track Meet, held at Hughes Stadium, this weekend. The Panthers tallied 135 points among the 13-team field, edging out second place Maryland-Baltimore County (129) and Maryland-Eastern Shore (95). Full Release

4/18/10
Women's Track and Field Wins MSU Legacy Meet
Eight Panthers earned first-place finishes, while four met last year's NCAA Regional qualifying standards, as Pitt's women's track and field team won the MSU Legacy Track Meet, held at Hughes Stadium, this weekend. The Panthers recorded 246 points among the 11-team field, while host Morgan State took second with 91 points. Full Release

4/15/10
Greg Romeus Named to Lott Trophy Watch List
Pitt senior defensive end Greg Romeus, last season's Big East Defensive Player of the Year, has been named to the watch list for the 2010 Lott Trophy, presented annually to the country's top defensive player. Named after Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott, and sponsored by the Pacific Club IMPACT Foundation, the Lott Trophy is given to a player who exhibits the same characteristics Lott embodied during his distinguished career: Integrity, Maturity, Performance, Academics, Community and Tenacity. Full Release

4/13/10
O'Connell Named to Big East Weekly Honor Roll
Following a successful 3-1 week, junior pitcher Alyssa O'Connell earned Big East weekly honor roll accolades, league officials announced on Monday. O'Connell (Turnersville, N.J./Camden Catholic) earned a win over Penn State (6-3) and two victories over Georgetown before suffering an 11-inning heartbreaker to the Hoyas (2-1). Full Q&A

4/13/10
Question and Answer with Sarah Dieffenbach
Pitt junior Sarah Dieffenbach joined the Pitt tennis team this season following two years at George Mason University. Dieffenbach, daughter of long-time Pitt head coach George Dieffenbach talks about the decision to trasnfer, what she loves about Pittsburgh and the benefits of coming back home below. Full Q&A

4/12/10
Cory Brownsten Named Big East Player of the Week
Pitt catcher Cory Brownsten has been named the Big East Player of the Week for his contributions to the 24th-ranked Panthers baseball team as they took a 2-1 series win over then No. 7-ranked Louisville last weekend. Brownsten (Lockport, N.Y./Monroe CC) hit .562 on the week including one triple, a double, drove in seven runs and scored five of his own in four games for the Panthers last week. The senior batted an impressive .583 (7-for-12) against then No. 7 Louisville to help lift the Panthers to wins of 8-3 and 15-5 against the Cardinals. Full Release

4/10/10
Pitt Gymnasts Compete At NCAA Regionals
Four Pitt gymnasts took part in the NCAA Regional Saturday evening at the University Park region including Meaghan Biros, Dani Bryan, Jen Liberato and Alicia Talucci. Find out their results by reading the full release.

4/9/10
Four Gymnasts Prepare for NCAA Regionals
Four Pitt gymnasts earned invitations to NCAA Regional meet following their performances at the EAGL Championships on March 27. Competition is set to begin this Saturday, April 10 in State College, Pa. Meaghan Biros, Dani Bryan, Jen Liberato and Alicia Talucci are the four athletes who will be making the trip to Penn State this weekend. Senior Dani Bryan (Germantown, Md./Northwest) and sophomore Alicia Talucci (Coatesville, Pa./Bishop Shanahan) turned in the top finishes at the EAGL Championships, tying for fourth place on the vault. Bryan also competed on the bars and floor, finishing the meet with a team-best on both events. Talucci garnered a fifth place finish in the all-around competition with a score of 39.200. Full Release

4/6/10
Panthers Pick Up 20th Win With 5-4 Victory At Akron
Pitt's baseball team picked up their 20th win of the season with a 5-4 victory on the road at Akron Tuesday afternoon, improving to 20-6 on the year. Freshman J.R. Leonardi (Pittsburgh, Pa./Pittsburgh Alderdice) earned the win for the Panthers, pitching 1.1 innings, giving up no runs on two hits. The save went to junior Joe Leonard (Dawson, Pa./Connellsville), who pitched the final 1.0 inning with no runs on one hit for his fourth save of the season. Full Release

4/6/10
Pitt Downs Tartans, 6-3
The University of Pittsburgh tennis team bumped its series record to 28-2 with Carnegie Mellon University following a 6-3 win here at the CMU Campus Tennis Courts. "As always, Carnegie Mellon is a well-coached, very competitive team," said head coach George Dieffenbach. "Our matches are always tight with CMU and today was no exception." Full Release

4/6/10
Damon Records Her First Homer of the Season
Sophomore Ciera Damon smacked her first homer of the season, as the University of Pittsburgh softball team earned a 6-3 victory in the first game of its doubleheader against in-state rival Penn State, at Nittany Lion Field. The Panthers improved to 18-14, while the Nittany Lions slipped to 22-11. Damon gave the Panthers a 2-0 lead in the fifth inning with her first long ball of the year. She recorded the 12th homer of the season for the squad. Damon ended the game 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run. Full Release

4/3/10
Women's Track and Field Earns Two First-Place Finishes
The Panthers earned two first-place finishes, as several other members of the women's track and field team qualified for the ECAC and Big East Championships at the Duke Invitational, held at Wade Wallace Stadium. In a team victory, Pitt's 4x100M relay team won its race with an ECAC finish of 46.41. Members of the winning relay consisted of freshman Ashley Woodford, junior Da'Lynn Mills, senior Brianna Broyles and sophomore Cambrya Jones. Individually, senior Kaetlyn Brown won the open 400M dash with a time of 55.99. She qualified for the Big East Championships with that finish. Full Release

4/3/10
Jamie Dixon Named Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year
University of Pittsburgh Basketball Coach Jamie Dixon was presented with the Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year Award on Friday at the Indianapolis Hyatt Hotel. Named after legendary Mount St. Mary's head coach Jim Phelan, who won over 800 games and coached in more contests than any in college basketball history, the award is presented annually to the top coach in America by CollegeInsider.com. The honor is voted upon by a distinguished group of coaches, media members and athletic administrators. Full Release

4/3/10
Cowsette and Hobwana Earn Third-Place Finishes at the Duke Invitational
Sophomore Dontave Cowsette and junior Antony Hobwana placed in the top three, as four members of the men's track and field team qualified for the IC4A Championships at the Duke Invitational, held at Wade Wallace Stadium. Earning the best finish of the day for the Panthers, Cowsette placed second in the 800M run, crossing the finish at 1:50.22. His time was one of the three IC4A standards achieved on the day. In another top-three performance, Hobwana shed 10 hundreths of a second off his prelim time in the finals to improve to third in the 100M dash. His time of 10.78 qualified him for the IC4A Championships. He advanced to the finals of the 100M dash with a sixth-place performance in the prelims. Full Release

4/2/10
Broyles Wins the 400M Hurdles
Senior Brianna Broyles won the 400M hurdles on the first day of the Duke Invitational, as the Pitt women's track and field team competed at Wallace Wade Stadium. Broyles finished with an ECAC standard time of 1:00.82, nearly two seconds faster than second place. She was also one of six Panthers to qualify for the Big East Outdoor Championship meet. Full Release

3/30/10
O'Connell Pitches First-Career No-Hitter
Junior Alyssa O'Connell pitched her first-ever no-hitter, as the University of Pittsburgh softball team recorded a 9-0, eight-run rule victory over Saint Francis, this afternoon, at Trees Field. O'Connell (6-6) threw Pitt's seventh-ever no-hitter this afternoon. She is the first Panther to do so since senior Kayla Zinger in 2008 against Big East foe Connecticut and the fifth-ever to toss a no-hitter in program history. Full Release

3/30/10
Danny Lopez named to the Brooks Wallace Award Watch List
University of Pittsburgh senior shortstop Danny Lopez (Queens, N.Y./Monsignor McClancy) has been named to the Brooks Wallace Award Watch List as announced by the College Baseball Foundation. Lopez has started in all 22 games for the Panthers and leads the team with 37 runs scored. Lopez, who typically leads off the batting order for the Panthers, is second on the team with 11 doubles, 31 RBI and leads the team with 16 stolen bases in 17 attempts. He has three homeruns to date and is fourth on the team with a .388 batting average. Full Release

3/29/10
Panthers Hit National Rankings
Fresh off its Big East Conference series-opening sweep over St. John's University this past weekend, the University of Pittsburgh baseball team enters this week of play ranked in the top 30 of multiple national rankings. "Rankings are great and it is an acknowledgement of what our team has done to this point," said head coach Joe Jordano. "However, I am confident that our club understands what we need to do every day in order to be successful. We will continue our consistent effort to be the best team we can possibly be." Full Release

3/27/10
Pitt Gymnastics Finishes Fifth At EAGL Championships
The Pitt gymnastics team took fifth at the East Atlantic Gymnastics League Championships with a 194.400 team score for the day. North Carolina won the team event with a 196.025. "I am so proud of our girls," head coach Debbie Yohman said. "Fifth may not sound like much, but we fought and fought today and with having to shift around our lineup and have some girls fill in, they really did a tremendous job. This conference has never been tighter. Less than two points separated first from sixth so this was really a battle for everyone today. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/26/10
Jamie Dixon Will Serve as an Analyst on CBS College Sports Broadcast Team
University of Pittsburgh Head Coach Jamie Dixon will serve as an in-studio analyst for CBS College Sports Network during its coverage of the NCAA Tournament this weekend. Dixon will provide commentary for the network beginning on Friday and running through Sunday. He will appear on Friday's broadcast between 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m., on Saturday from 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. and Sunday between 1:30-4 p.m. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/23/10
Amistade and O'Connell Named to Big East Weekly Honor Roll
Juniors Ashley Amistade and Alyssa O'Connell earned Big East weekly honor roll accolades, on Monday, March 22, as announced by league officials. The duo posted great weekend stats, leading the Panthers to a 3-2 record in the JMU Invitational. Pitt (11-11) earned wins over Fordham (4-3) and Winthrop (4-2 & 4-1), while falling to host James Madison (6-5) and the Rams (5-1). Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/20/10
Nauman Finishes Fifth Overall At NCAA Wrestling Championships
Pitt sophomore Tyler Nauman was guaranteed All-America status following his second day of competition, however, the two-time NCAA qualifier improved his status Saturday by finishing fifth overall at the Division I NCAA Wrestling Championship held in Omaha, Neb. Nauman (Middletown, Pa./Middletown) dropped his first match of the day in a tough 3-2 decision to No. 5 seeded Zack Bailey of Oklahoma, who went on to finish fourth at 141. In Nauman's fifth place match, he took a 3-2 decision over Germane Lindsey of Ohio to conclude his NCAA Championship run. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/16/10
Panthers Meet Toledo in First Round of WNIT
The University of Pittsburgh women's basketball team will return to postseason play for the fifth straight season and eighth time in program history, accepting a bid to the National Women's Invitational Tournament tonight, announced seventh-year head coach Agnus Berenato. "We're just really excited were in a tournament, said Berenato. "It's our fifth straight postseason appearance and a new challenge for us, another opportunity to compete and play in the WNIT. We're really excited for the opportunity." Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/15/10
Seven Pitt Gymnasts Named To EAGL All-Academic Team
Seven Pitt gymnasts have been named to the East Atlantic Gymnastics League's All-Academic team, the league announced on Monday. Pitt's honorees include: senior Dani Bryan, junior Jen Liberato, senior Shannon McConnell, junior Molly Moyer, senior Krista Rubini, sophomore Lisa Taylor and junior Shannon Vafiadou. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/14/10
Pitt Enters NCAA Tournament as No. 3 Seed in Milwaukee, Wis.
The University of Pittsburgh men's basketball team will enter the 2010 NCAA Tournament as a No. 3 seed when it travels to Milwaukee, Wis. to play No. 14 seed Oakland in a First Round matchup on Friday, March 19. An at-large selection, Pitt (24-8, 13-5 Big East) meets No. 14 seed and 2010 Summit League Champion Oakland (26-8, 17-1 Summit League) on Friday, March 19 at the Bradley Center. Tipoff is at 2:55 p.m. ET/1:55 CT or 30 minutes following the conclusion of the Xavier-Minnesota game. All games will be televised nationally on CBS. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/10/10
Pitt Wrestling Sends Six To NCAA Tournament
Pitt's wrestling team will send six to the upcoming NCAA Championship to be held March 18-20 in Omaha, Neb. The Panthers earned five automatic qualifiers following its Eastern Wrestling League Championship, and picked up an at-large bid to redshirt senior Eric Albright at 149. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/10/10
Berliner Earns A Big East Weekly Honor Roll Nod
Junior Cory Berliner earned Big East Weekly Honor Roll accolades, after posting a perfect 2-0 weekend on the mound. Berliner recorded the first nod of the season for the Panthers. Berliner (3-2) tossed two complete games and gave up just two earned runs in 14 innings, as Pitt returned from the Morehead State Invitational with a 3-1 record. Berliner also held her opponents to a stingy .160 batting average and struck out six batters. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/7/10
Ashton Gibbs Named to All-Big East Second Team
University of Pittsburgh sophomore guard Ashton Gibbs (Scotch Plains, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) was named to the All-Big East Second Team on Sunday following a vote of the league's 16 head coaches. Gibbs is one of only two sophomores who earned either All-Big East First or Second Team accolades (Georgetown's Greg Monroe is the other). With Gibbs' selection, Pitt has now had at least one All-Big East First or Second Team honoree in each of the last 10 seasons. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/7/10
Four Claim EWL Titles For Pitt
Four Pitt wrestlers claimed Eastern Wrestling League titles Sunday night in the championship tournament as the Panthers finished second (121.50) to Edinboro (135.5) at the WVU Coliseum. Pitt's Anthony Zanetta, Tyler Nauman, Matt Wilps and Ryan Tomei each won their respective weight classes with Tomei being named the EWL Tournament Outstanding Wrestler for the meet. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/6/10
Men's Basketball Enters Big East Championship as the No. 2 Seed
No. 2 seeded Pitt (24-7, 13-5 Big East) travels to New York City and Madison Square Garden to compete in its 28th all-time Big East Championship. The No. 2 seeded Panthers receive a two-day bye and will open tournament play on Thursday, March 11 in the 7 p.m. ET Quarterfinal matchup against one of three teams: No. 7 Notre Dame, No. 10 Seton Hall or No. 15 Providence. The contest will be nationally televised live on ESPN. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/4/10
Sims, Cole Earn Big East Honors
Juniors Chelsea Cole and Jania Sims were both selected to the Big East Conference Honorable Mention team, as announced today by the league office. "I'm really excited that Jania and Chelsea are represented on the All-Big East Conference Honorable Mention," said head coach Agnus Berenato. Read the entire release by clicking here!

3/1/10
Former Pitt TE Dickerson Impresses at Combine
Former Pitt tight end Dorin Dickerson had an impressive showing over the weekend during the 2010 NFL Draft Scouting Combine, posting several numbers that were among the best both in his position group and overall at the combine. Dickerson ran a 4.40-second 40-yard dash, which was .16 seconds faster than the No. 2 tight end's time. Additionally, Dickerson's 43-inch vertical jump was first among all players at the combine and was the highest by 3.5 inches among all tight ends. His broad jump (10'5") was first among tight ends and second overall. Dickerson was also third among tight ends in the three-cone drill (6.9 seconds) and the 20-yard shuttle (4.3 seconds), while finishing fourth in bench press reps (24). Read the entire release by clicking here!

2/28/10
Lucas Named Male Swimmer of the Meet
Co-Swimmer of the ECAC Championships, sophomore Jake Lucas earned an individual ECAC crown, as select members of the men's swimming and diving team competed in the ECAC Championships, held at Trees Pool. Just last week, Lucas broke the longest standing record in Pitt's books, when he fell two seconds under the previous standard of 48.09 in the 100 fly during the Big East Championships. Well, this weekend, he posted a time of 47.24 in the finals of that event, eclipsing the previous ECAC meet record of 48.01. Read the entire release by clicking here!

2/28/10
Stevens and Cheesebrew Earn All-Tournament Honors
Just one day after suffering an 11-inning loss to Fairfield, freshman Holly Stevens and sophomore Kristen Cheesebrew earned All-Tar Heel Invitational honors, as Pitt's softball team rebounded with a five-inning, 14-1 victory in its final game of the tournament, held at Anderson Stadium. The Panthers improved to 3-6 with the win, while the Stags slipped to 1-3 on the year. Stevens went 4-for-4 with five RBI and three runs in the game. Her five RBI is a first since Lisa McGregor drove in five runs against Villanova in 2006. On the weekend, Stevens tallied a .385 batting average, scored four runs, drove in six runs and smacked both a double and a home run. Read the entire release by clicking here!

2/22/10
Chelsea Cole named to BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll
University of Pittsburgh junior forward Chelsea Cole has been named to the Big East women's basketball weekly honor roll, conference officials announced Monday morning. The Lumberton, N.J. native led the Panthers to a 2-0 record this week, recording back-to-back double-doubles in the process. Cole recorded a career-high 22 rebounds in Pitt's 78-57 victory against Seton Hall on Feb. 20, and added a 16-rebound, 15-point performance in the Panthers' 74-69 win at Villanova on Feb. 17. Read the entire release by clicking here!

2/19/10
Pitt Wrestling Earns First Ever EWL Championship
In dramatic fashion in front of over 1,900 fans on Senior Night, the Pitt wrestling team (17-1-1, 6-0 EWL) claimed their first-ever Eastern Wrestling League title Friday night in a 21-13 victory over rival Edinboro (8-6, 4-1 EWL) at Fitzgerald Field House. "This win was satisfying, certainly," head coach Rande Stottlemyer said. "But I'm the same person whether we win or we lose. It was just neat for our guys. We had such a great atmosphere and we are putting a good product out. I was told by Steve Pederson and Chancellor Nordenberg that they are lighting the Victory Lights on the Cathedral tonight and I am really touched by that. Read the entire story by clicking here!

2/16/10
Seven Pitt Wrestlers Named in NCAA Individual Rankings
Seven Pitt wrestlers were named to the latest NCAA Individual Rankings released late last week. The release marked the second of three coaches' rankings of the 2009-10 season. Find out which wrestlers made the individual rankings by clicking here!

2/15/10
Pitt Honors its Scholor-Athletes at Annual Breakfast
Two hundred and sixty nine student-athletes were honored as the Pitt Alumni Association sponsored the University of Pittsburgh Scholar-Athlete Awards Breakfast in Alumni Hall this morning. Pitt Alumni Association President-Elect Dr. Jack Smith was among the special guests invited, while Director of Life Skills Penny Semaia served as the master of ceremonies. "There are so many special days at the University of Pittsburgh, but none more special than when we recognize our scholar-athletes," Athletic Director Steve Pederson said. "The high level of academic achievement by our student-athletes, combined with their high level of achievement in their chosen sport is something to marvel."Read the entire story by clicking here!

2/14/10
Forner Finishes Fourth on Final Day of Big East Diving
Junior Collin Forner garnered a fourth-place finish on the 3M board to conclude the diving portion of the 2010 Big East Championships, held at Trees Pool. Forner scored the best first dive of the finals, posting a 66.65. His finals total was 326.25. In the prelims he collected 299.55 points. Read the entire release by clicking here!

2/10/10
2010 Pitt Football Schedule Announced
Fresh off a memorable 10-win campaign that included a dramatic bowl victory and Top 15 national finish, the University of Pittsburgh today announced its 2010 football schedule. Pitt's 12-game regular-season slate includes traditional Big East rivalries and a non-conference schedule that should rank among the nation's most challenging. Read the entire release by clicking here!

2/9/10
The women's basketball game between the University of Pittsburgh and Georgetown University will tip off as regularly scheduled on Wednesday, Feb. 10, at 7 p.m. Pitt encourages those who can walk to the game, including students, to attend the game as they normally would. For those others, we encourage them to stay home and allow the city and county crews to complete their work.

2/9/10
No. 18 Pitt Wrestling Grabs School-Record 15th Win At West Virginia
The 18th-ranked Pitt wrestling team claimed their school-record 15th dual win of the season Tuesday night with a 19-15 win on the road at West Virginia to improve to 15-1-1 on the year. The 2009-10 Pitt squad surpassed its 1994-95 team, which tallied a 14-9 record. The Panthers tied the record last week against Millersville with a 53-0 win and now sit at 15-1-1 overall and 4-0 in EWL action. Read the entire release by clicking here!

2/7/10
Panthers' Grimm and Jackson Elected to Pro Hall of Fame
The University of Pittsburgh's sparkling legacy in the National Football League added two more crown jewels today with the news that a pair of former Pitt greats, offensive lineman Russ Grimm and defensive end Rickey Jackson, have been named to the 2010 Pro Football Hall of Fame induction class. Their election brings Pitt's total to six inductees in Canton, joining linebacker Joe Schmidt (inducted in 1973), tight end Mike Ditka (1988), running back Tony Dorsett (1994) and quarterback Dan Marino (2005). Read the entire story by clicking here!

1/21/10
Pitt Wrestling Dominates In 43-3 Win At Cleveland State
The 18th-ranked Pitt wrestling team (12-1-1, 3-0 EWL) claimed a dominating EWL victory Thursday night with a 43-3 win over Cleveland State. The Panthers earned five bonus-point wins on the night including tech falls at 133 and 141, and pins at 184, 197 and 285. Read the entire story by clicking here!

1/20/10
Pitt Players Participate in Senior All-Star Games
The Pitt Panthers will be well represented in this month's college football all-star games. Pitt will have three players participating in postseason games, including the East-West Shrine Game and Senior Bowl. The Panthers' East-West Shrine Game participants include cornerback Aaron Berry and tight end Nate Byham. Played in Orlando at the Florida Citrus Bowl, the game will be a 3 p.m. (ET) ESPN2 telecast on January 23. Read the entire story by clicking here!

1/19/10
Blair and Young Meet in NBA Game
On Saturday, January 16, 2010, former Pitt teammates DeJuan Blair and Sam Young found themselves in a familiar place with a slightly different twist. For the first time since being drafted, Blair and Young met on an NBA court as opponents as the San Antonio Spurs traveled to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies. Only a year ago, Young and Blair sported the same blue and gold at Pitt. Now, the two NBA rookies find themselves in two completely different environments from their playing days playing under Pitt coach Jamie Dixon. Read the entire story by clicking here!

1/16/10
Pitt's Talucci Wins All-Around In Season-Opener
Pitt's Alicia Talucci earned the all-around title as she led the Panther gymnastics team to a 190.550 in a tri-meet against Kent State and West Virginia Saturday night at Fitzgerald Field House. The Mountaineers scored a 192.425 and Kent State recorded a 190.625 for second. Talucci (Coatesville, Pa./Bishop Shanahan) scored a 38.750 in the all-around, highlighted by a 9.800 on the beam which also was tops among all gymnasts. Read the entire story by clicking here!

1/12/10
Balancing Act
University of Pittsburgh tennis players Elizabeth Adams and Minh Evans share their class schedules, talk about balancing studying and matches while on the road and blog about their first days of the new semester below. The tennis team opens the 2010 portion of their schedule at Maryland on Feb. 6 at 11 a.m. Read the entire interview by clicking here!

1/11/10
Pitt Wrestling Claims Quad Meet With Three Strong Wins
The 21st-ranked Pitt wrestling team improved to 9-1-1 on the year with three dominating wins on the day over Eastern Michigan, Columbia and Waynesburg. The Panthers defeated EMU 25-13, Columbia 28-9 and Waynesburg 39-3. Read the entire release by clicking here!

1/8/10
Football Finishes Among Country's Top 15 Teams
The Pitt Panthers finished among the nation's Top 15 teams in both national polls released this morning, capping the program's most successful season since the early 1980s. Pitt placed No. 15 in both The Associated Press rankings and USA Today coaches' poll. The lofty rating was earned following a 10-3 season that included a 19-17 victory over North Carolina in the Meineke Car Care Bowl. Read the entire release by clicking here!

1/7/10
Dion Lewis Named to Football Writers Frosh All-America Team
University of Pittsburgh true freshman tailback Dion Lewis added to his impressive list of honors today by being selected to the 2009 Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) Freshman All-America Team. The 28-player team was selected by an 11-person panel of nationally prominent college football writers led by Mike Griffith of the Knoxville News Sentinel. True freshmen and redshirt freshmen are both eligible for the team. Read the entire release by clicking here!

1/4/10
Ashton Gibbs Named Big East Player of the Week
Pitt sophomore guard Ashton Gibbs (Scotch Plains, N.J.) was named the Big East Men's Basketball Player of the Week on Monday by the league office. Gibbs' selection is Pitt's first Big East weekly honor of the 2009-10 season. Read the entire release by clicking here!

1/2/10
Pittsburgh Upsets No. 5 Syracuse, 82-72
Ashton Gibbs scored 24 points and Jermaine Dixon added 21 to lead Pittsburgh to an 82-72 victory Saturday over the Orange. The loss was Syracuse's fourth straight at home to the Panthers (12-2, 2-0 Big East) and dropped the number of major unbeaten teams to four, with other unbeatens scheduled to play later Saturday. Read the entire story by clicking here!

12/26/09
Pitt Defeats UNC, 19-17, in Meineke Car Care Bowl
It wasn't the bowl Pittsburgh wanted to be in, but the Panthers made a case that they've returned to prominence. Dion Lewis rushed for 159 yards and a touchdown to pass Tony Dorsett as Pittsburgh's top freshman rusher, and Dan Hutchins kicked a 33-yard field goal with 52 seconds left to give the 17th-ranked Panthers a 19-17 win over North Carolina on Saturday in the Meineke Bowl. Read the entire story by clicking here!

12/20/09
Pitt Survives Austin Peay in OT, 76-75
Jania Sims' jumper with 1:04 left in overtime gave No. 21 Pittsburgh the lead for good and the Panthers beat Austin Peay 76-75 Sunday. Sims, who finished with 12 points, scored the final three points in the extra period for Pittsburgh (9-1), adding a free throw with 9.9 seconds left to give the Panthers a three-point lead. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/18/09
Add Another Honor for Dion Lewis
University of Pittsburgh freshman tailback Dion Lewis, the nation's third-leading rusher with 1,640 yards, received yet another award this week as he has been selected the 2009 Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Rookie of the Year. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/16/09
Lewis Named Sporting News National Freshman of the Year
University of Pittsburgh freshman tailback Dion Lewis' status as the top newcomer in college football continues to be solidified with his growing list of honors. Lewis added another accolade today when he was named the National Freshman of the Year by Sporting News. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/14/09
Anthony Zanetta Named EWL Wrestler of the Week
Pitt freshman wrestler Anthony Zanetta has been named the Eastern Wrestling League's wrestler of the week for his efforts against Rutgers and No. 14-ranked Penn State. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/12/09
Dorin Dickerson Named to Football Writers All-America Team
University of Pittsburgh senior tight end Dorin Dickerson has been named to the 25-player All-America Team selected by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA), it was announced today on ABC Television. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/10/09
Dooley and Rossi Earn AVCA All-Region Honors
Seniors Meagan Dooley and Michelle Rossi added another post-season accolade to their list, as the American Volleyball Coaches Association announced the two of them as members of the 2009 AVCA All-Northeast Region Team. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/9/09
Pitt Players Receive Top Big East Football Awards
The Pitt football team earned three of the Big East Conference's top postseason honors, including the Offensive, Defensive and Rookie of the Year awards, it was announced today by the league office. Pitt freshman running back Dion Lewis was selected the Big East Offensive Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year, while junior defensive end Greg Romeus and senior defensive tackle Mick Williams were named Co-Defensive Players of the Year. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/8/09
No. 15 Pittsburgh Drops Valparaiso, 77-52
Taneisha Harrison had a career-high 27 points and No. 15 Pittsburgh remained unbeaten with a 77-52 victory over Valparaiso on Tuesday night. Harrison, who scored 17 in the second half, shot 11 for 22 from the field with three 3-pointers for the Panthers (8-0). Read the entire recap by clicking here!

12/14/09
Three Panthers record ECAC Qualifying Marks In Season Opener
Sophomore Cambrya Jones and freshman Rachel McIntosh record two ECAC qualifying marks, a piece, while junior Da'Lynn Mills produced one ECAC qualifying standard, as the University of Pittsburgh's women's track and field team opened its indoor season at the Kent State Golden Flash Gala. Read the entire recap by clicking here!

12/6/09
Pitt Accepts Invite to Meineke Car Care Bowl
The University of Pittsburgh today accepted an invitation to play in the 2009 Meineke Car Care Bowl in Charlotte, N.C., it was announced by the bowl's officials. Pitt will face the North Carolina Tarheels from the Atlantic Coast Conference on Saturday, Dec. 26, at Bank of America Stadium. Read the entire release by clicking here!

12/2/09
Greg Romeus Named Ted Hendricks Defensive End of the Year Award Finalist
University of Pittsburgh junior Greg Romeus has been named a finalist for the prestigious Ted Hendricks Defensive End of the Year Award, it was announced today by the Ted Hendricks Foundation. Romeus (Coral Springs, Fla./Coral Glades) is one of seven finalists selected by a vote of the Hendricks Award selection committee. The winner will be announced on Dec. 9. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/23/09
Dorin Dickerson Named John Mackey Award Finalist
University of Pittsburgh senior Dorin Dickerson has been named a finalist for the prestigious John Mackey Award, annually presented to the nation's top tight end by the Nassau County Sports Commission. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/18/09
Men's Basketball Signs Three Student-Athletes to a National Letter of Intent
The University of Pittsburgh men's basketball program signed three student-athletes to a National Letter of Intent, Head Coach Jamie Dixon announced on Wednesday. The NCAA Division I fall men's basketball signing period began Wednesday, Nov. 11 and ends today, Wednesday, Nov. 18. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/18/09
Jamie Dixon Named 2009 USA Basketball National Coach of the Year
Following the USA's gold medal performance at the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championship this past July, USA Basketball today announced USA Under-19 and University of Pittsburgh head coach Jamie Dixon as the 2009 USA Basketball National Coach of the Year. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/16/09
Pitt vs. West Virginia Selected for ESPN2 Telecast
The 102nd "Backyard Brawl" between Pitt and West Virginia will be a national ESPN2 telecast and have a 7 p.m. kickoff at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/16/09
Jonathan Baldwin Named Big East Player of the Week
Pitt sophomore wide receiver Jonathan Baldwin has been named the Big East Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 27-22 victory over Notre Dame this past Saturday. Baldwin (Aliquippa, Pa./Aliquippa) thrilled a sold-out Heinz Field and national ABC television audience with high-leaping grabs and spectacular circus catches to lift Pitt past the visiting Irish. He averaged 28.4 yards per catch, finishing with 142 receiving yards on just five receptions. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/16/09
Men's Basketball Hosts Binghamton on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.
Pitt opens the O'Reilly Auto Parts CBE Classic play on Tuesday, Nov. 17 when it hosts America East Conference foe Binghamton (1-0) at the Petersen Events Center. Tipoff is at 5:30 p.m. ET. The game is being played at 5:30 p.m. as part of ESPN's 24-7 coverage of college basketball. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/16/09
Pitt Gymnastics Signs Four During Early Period
The Pitt gymnastics program, led by head coach Debbie Yohman, announced the signing of four National Letters of Intent on Friday. The Panthers will welcome Nicole Gullazzo, Maya Ketner, Kori Macdonald and Katie O'Rourke to the squad as part of the 2010 signing class. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/11/09
Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl Declares Friday 'Turn it Blue Day'
Pittsburgh mayor Luke Ravenstahl has declared Friday in Pittsburgh "Turn it Blue Day" in anticipation of the Pitt football team's Saturday night showdown with Notre Dame at Heinz Field. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/10/09
Women's Basketball Defeats Seton Hill 91-60 in Final Exhibition Game
Shayla Scott scored 20 points, Jania Sims added 14 and the No. 22 Pitt women's basketball team took down Seton Hill, 91-60, on Tuesday night at the Petersen Events Center. It was the final preseason contest of the year for the Panthers. Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/2/09
Pitt-Notre Dame Selected for ABC Prime-Time Telecast
Pitt and Notre Dame will play before a prime-time ABC television audience at Heinz Field on Nov. 14, the Big East Conference announced today. The game will kick off at 8 p.m., and be a split national telecast. (ABC's other game that evening will be Texas Tech at Oklahoma State.) Read the entire release by clicking here!

11/2/09
Ryan Tomei Named EWL Wrestler of the Week
Pitt junior wrestler Ryan Tomei has been named the Eastern Wrestling League's Wrestler of the Week following his dominating performance at the Buffalo Open on Sunday. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/29/09
Senior Wilcox Nets Game Winner Over Seton Hall in 86th Minute
University of Pittsburgh men's soccer team snapped its 14-game winless streak here in its final home match of the 2009 season against Seton Hall University 3-2, on senior recognition night here at Founder's Field. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/26/09
Bill Stull Named a Semifinalist for the Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award
Pitt senior quarterback Bill Stull, the most efficient passer in the Big East Conference, has been named a semifinalist for the Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award, it was announced today by the Davey O'Brien Foundation. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/26/09
Dom DeCicco Named Big East Defensive Player of the Week
Pitt junior strong safety Dom DeCicco has been named the Big East Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 41-14 victory over USF this past Saturday. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/23/09
Bill Stull Named a Midseason Candidate for Manning Award
Pitt senior quarterback Bill Stull, the most efficient passer in the Big East Conference, has been named to the midseason watch list for the Manning Award, annually presented to the nation's most outstanding quarterback. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/19/09
Dickerson Named a Midseason Candidate for John Mackey Award
Pitt senior Dorin Dickerson, whose eight touchdown catches lead the entire country, has been named to the midseason watch list for the John Mackey Award, annually presented to the nation's top tight end by the Nassau County Sports Commission. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/19/09
Dion Lewis Honored by Big East and Rivals.com
Pitt freshman tailback Dion Lewis, who has the second highest rushing total in the country with 918 yards, was honored by the Big East Conference and Rivals.com for his performance in the Panthers' 24-17 victory at Rutgers this past weekend. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/11/09
Women's Volleyball Records 18 Blocks In Victory over USF
Pitt recorded a season-high 18 blocks on the day, as its women's volleyball team earned a five-set victory over USF, this afternoon, at the Corral. The Panthers won with scores of 21-25, 25-22, 25-20, 22-25 and 15-9, improving to 13-7 on the season and 5-1 in Big East play. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/11/09
Women's Soccer Earns Eighth Shutout of Year with 1-0 Win Over Syracuse
Junior Katheryn Kunugi scored her first career goal and Pitt registered its eighth shutout of the year with a 1-0 victory Sunday against Syracuse at Founders Field. The win improves Pitt to 7-3-4 overall and 2-1-4 in Big East play. Syracuse drops to 4-8-3 overall and 1-5-1 in the Big East. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/6/09
Kat Weiler Named Big East Women's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week
Pitt junior Kat Weiler was named the Big East Women's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week, the league announced Tuesday morning. Weiler is Pitt's second weekly honoree of the year as freshman Ashley Cuba was named Big East Rookie of the Week on Sept. 21. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/5/09
Bill Stull Named Big East Offensive Player of the Week
Pitt senior quarterback Bill Stull, one of the country's most efficient passers, has been named the Big East Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 35-10 victory over Louisville this past weekend. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/11/09
Women's Soccer Earns Eighth Shutout of Year with 1-0 Win Over Syracuse
Junior Katheryn Kunugi scored her first career goal and Pitt registered its eighth shutout of the year with a 1-0 victory Sunday against Syracuse at Founders Field. The win improves Pitt to 7-3-4 overall and 2-1-4 in Big East play. Syracuse drops to 4-8-3 overall and 1-5-1 in the Big East. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/6/09
Kat Weiler Named Big East Women's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week
Pitt junior Kat Weiler was named the Big East Women's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week, the league announced Tuesday morning. Weiler is Pitt's second weekly honoree of the year as freshman Ashley Cuba was named Big East Rookie of the Week on Sept. 21. Read the entire release by clicking here!

10/5/09
Bill Stull Named Big East Offensive Player of the Week
Pitt senior quarterback Bill Stull, one of the country's most efficient passers, has been named the Big East Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 35-10 victory over Louisville this past weekend. Read the entire release by clicking here!

9/29/09
Meagan Dooley Repeats As Big East Player of the Week
Senior Meagan Dooley repeated as Big East Player of the Week, this afternoon, after leading Pitt's women's volleyball team to a 2-0 conference start. This is the fourth time in Dooley's career she was named player of the week. Read the entire release by clicking here!

9/22/09
Dan Mason Named Big East Player of the Week
Pitt freshman middle linebacker Dan Mason has been named the Big East Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 27-14 victory over Navy this past weekend. Check out the entire release by clicking here!

9/22/09
Meagan Dooley Named Player of the Week
Senior Meagan Dooley earned Big East Player of the Week, after leading the Panthers to three victories during the Pitt Blue Gold Tournament at Fitzgerald Field House. Read the entire release by clicking here!

9/21/09
Ashley Cuba Scores Two Goals in Leading Women's Soccer Past St. Bonaventure 4-0
Freshman Ashley Cuba finished with a career-high two goals and added an assist in leading the Pitt Women's Soccer Team to a 4-0 victory against St. Bonaventure Sunday at Founders Field. Check out the entire recap of the game by clicking here!

9/17/09
Coach Berenato to Throw First Pitch at Pirates Game
University of Pittsburgh's head women's basketball coach Agnus Berenato will throw out the ceremonial first pitch on Tuesday night, Sept. 22, at PNC Park as the Pirates take on Cincinnati at 7:05 p.m. Check out the entire release by clicking here!

9/16/09
Pitt to Host Fan Fest and Maggie Dixon Heart Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 1-4 p.m.
The University of Pittsburgh will host its Basketball Fan Fest and Maggie Dixon Heart Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Petersen Events Center from 1-4 p.m. Admission is free to this family-oriented event. To read the complete release click here!

9/14/09
Adam Gunn named Big East Player of the Week
Pitt senior middle linebacker Adam Gunn has been named the Big East Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Panthers' 54-27 victory at Buffalo this past weekend. To read the complete release click here!

9/10/09
Follow the Pitt Women's Softball Team on Twitter!
The Pitt Women's Softball Team is now on Twitter! Click here to check it out!

9/10/09
Follow the Pitt Women's Volleyball Team on Twitter!
The Pitt Women's Volleyball Team is now on Twitter! Click here to check it out!

8/31/09
Pitt National Championship Trophies, Steelers' Lombardi Trophies to be on display this Saturday prior to Panthers' Opener
This Saturday the Panthers' 9 National Championship Trophies and the Steelers' 6 Lombardi Trophies will be on display in the Coca-Cola Great Hall before kickoff of the Pitt vs. Youngstown State game. To read the complete release click here!

8/24/09
Women's Soccer Opens Season With 1-0 Win Over Buffalo
Freshman Ashley Cuba scored her first career goal and helped Pitt secure a shutout victory over Buffalo! To read more about the game click here!

8/18/09
Follow Your Pitt Panthers Football Team!
Click here for the latest Training Camp coverage including Coach Wannstedt's Post Practice Interviews, Photo Galleries and Articles.

8/18/09
Pitt Announces Partnership with Nike
Athletic Director Steve Pederson announced Nike as the official apparel provider of Pitt's 19 sports. The new football uniforms can be seen in the photo gallery here!

8/18/09
Follow the Pitt Women's Soccer Team on Twitter!
The Pitt Women's Soccer Team is now on Twitter! Click here to check it out!

8/18/09
Join the Pitt Mobile Network!
Pitt has teamed up with AT&T and Songwhale to form the Pitt Mobile Network. Text PITT to 94253 and you can sign up for score updates, important alerts or the chance to win weekly prizes. For more info click here!

7/15/09
Jamie Dixon and Ashton Gibbs lead USA to 9-0 record and World Championship title!
USA wins first title in Under-19 World Championships since 1991. Led by Coach Dixon and Ashton Gibbs the USA went a perfect 9-0 in the FIBA the Under-19 World Champioship! Check out the full article here!

7/15/09
Follow the Pitt Swimming & Diving Team on Twitter!
Pitt Swimming & Diving team is now on Twitter! Check it out here!

7/10/09
New Pitt Downloadable/Printable Schedules!
Check out the new online Pitt Schedules. You can download them to print them out or download them to your current calendar program and they will automatically be imported into your online calendar. Outlook, iCal, and Google Calendar users will love these as well as anyone who wants schedules for their favorite Pitt teams! Check them out here!

6/26/09
Sam Young and DeJuan Blair Selected in 2009 NBA Draft
All-Americans Sam Young and DeJuan Blair were selected 36th and 37th overall in the 2009 NBA Draft. Young was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies and Blair by the San Antonio Spurs. Both had amazing seasons with the Panthers and will carry their skills into the NBA. Click here to check out the article.

6/5/09
PittsburghPanthers.com Releases New E-Newsletter
Panthers E-News is the free official e-newsletter of the University of Pittsburgh Department of Athletics. Packed with features, recent videos and photos, gameday info and other important information on what's new around Pitt Athletics, Panthers E-News will be distributed regularly to your inbox. To find out more or sign up click here.

5/11/09
Check Out The New Pitt Panthers Multimedia Library!
Check out Pitt's new one-stop shop for all Pitt Panther multimedia! The new multimedia library is full of audio and video entertainment from Pitt athletics! Click here to check it out!

5/6/09
Coach Wannstedt is on Twitter!
Pitt's head football coach Dave Wannstedt is now on Twitter! Follow him and Pitt football using the following link: www.twitter.com/coachwannstedt.

4/10/09
Shavonte Zellous Drafted In First Round Of WNBA Draft To Defending Champion Detroit Shock
Pitt's standout senior gaurd Shavonte Zellous becomes Pitt's first-ever WNBA draft pick. Shavonte was the elevnth player taken as she was drafted by defending WNBA champs the Detroit Shock. Check out the full article here.

Watch the video here.

4/3/09
Ticketing Plan Has Fans Input
Pitt's new plan to increase ticket sales and attendance during football season involves using students' feedback. The plan is using the more user-friendly "Students Only" page and the new Pitt Panthers Facebook page to get students more active with Pitt football and to make improvements based on fan feedback. Check out the full article here.

4/2/09
Shavonte Zellous Named Associated Press Third Team All-America
Shavonte Zellous becomes Pitt's first-ever All-American after leading the Panthers to their second straight sweet 16 and averaging over 22 points a game. Check out the full article here.

4/2/09
Sam Young and DeJuan Blair Named to Wooden All-America Team
Sam Young and DeJuan Blair have been named to the Wooden All-America Team. After having career seasons, the duo became only the third and fourth players in Pitt's History to be awarded this prestigous honor. Check out the full article here.

3/27/09
Football Spring Game
The 2009 Pitt football spring game and festivities will be held Sat. April 11 at Heinz Field. Gates open at 12:00pm. There will be live music and plenty of entertainment for everyone from kids to adults. For more information click here.

3/17/09
Pitt News Writes about the Zoo in Manhattan
Even with a limited supply of tickets and a number of students heading South for spring break, the Oakland Zoo still made an impressive appearance in Madison Square Garden during the Big East Championship. To view the full article click here.

3/5/09
Pitt Retires Brandin Knight's Jersey
Pitt suprises fans Wednesday night when former Pitt basketball standout and current assistant coach Brandin Knight's #20 jersey was reitred during pregame against Marquette. To view the full article click here.

To see the Brandin Knight Tribute Video click here.

3/5/09
WTAE Feature on the Zoo
There will be a feature on the Oakland Zoo airing Friday afternoon, March 6 at 5:30p.m. on WTAE Ch.4 News.

3/4/09
EA Sports to Film Oakland Zoo During Next Two Games
EA Sports will be coming to Pitt to get footage of the Zoo to be featured on next year's NCAA March Madness game. They will be recording Wednesday night during the game against Marquette and during the UConn game Saturday.

3/4/09
Wall Street Journal Recognizes Oakland Zoo
The Wall Street Journal mentions the Oakland Zoo in an article on winning on the road in NCAA basketball and the role the fans play on making or breaking a season. WSJ also posted a picture of the Zoo on the top of the article.Click here to check it out.

3/2/09
PittsburghPanthers.com Launches Official Facebook Fan Page
PittsburghPanthers.com launched it's official Facebook fan page today! The page is geared toward the Pitt student body and contains student videos, pictures and audio clips in addition to ticket information, upcoming student events and more. Be on the look out for special messages from your student-athletes and students only contests. Check out the Facebook page here.

2/26/09
Football Season Tickets are on Sale Now
Football season tickets are now available! Season tickets are $25 for all 7 home games. Click here for information on how and where to buy.

2/5/09
Pitt Student Makes ESPN.com Main Page
Pitt student Jason Griffith made the front page of espn.com today as a half blue half gold display of Pitt pride. The graphic refers to "State of the Union: Fan Survey 2009" page where browsers can answer questions on what it's like being a fan in 2009. Click here for a screen shot.

2/5/09
The Pitt News Recognizes Dave Jedlicka as King of the Zoo
The Pitt News recognized Dave Jedlicka as King of the Zoo today in an article written by J.P. Hanish. Click here to view the article.

2/4/09
2009 Football Recruits Announced
Coach Wannstedt annoucned the 2009 football recruiting class on Wednesday. Click here for a complete release as well as videos and recruit bios.

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