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Pitt baseball outlasts Seton Hall in Big East championships

2013-05-25 00:17:34

The Pitt baseball team topped Seton Hall in thrilling fashion to advance to the semifinals of the Big East championships.


Briefs: Notre Dame stifles Pitt in Big East baseball tournament

2013-05-24 00:13:16

The Panthers fell to the Irish, 5-3, in the second round of the conference playoffs; former PSU QB Bench transfers to South Florida.


Time set for Sept. 14 Pitt-New Mexico game

2013-05-23 16:56:28

The game at Heinz Field will kick off at 12:30 p.m. and be broadcast on the ACC Network.


South Xtra: South Park grad breaks Big Ten record at Ohio State

South Xtra: South Park grad breaks Big Ten record at Ohio State

2013-05-23 00:15:16

Billy Stanley won a PIAA championship last year in the javelin throw -- this year he is the Big Ten champ at Ohio State.


Pitt wins opener at Big East Conference baseball tournament

2013-05-23 00:04:38

Pitt (41-15) defeated St. John's, 10-2, in the first round of the baseball championship in Florida.


Pitt guard James Robinson to compete for spot on U.S. team for FIBA world championship

2013-05-22 12:58:11

A team of 12 players will be chosen from the 24 invited to a June training camp in Colorado Springs.


Briefs: Pitt's Jordano named Big East coach of the year

2013-05-22 00:20:36

Pitt baseball coach Joe Jordano and eight players take home top honors in the conference; Penn State men's basketball loses an assistant.


Multiple wins would boost chances at a bid for Pitt baseball

Multiple wins would boost chances at a bid for Pitt baseball

2013-05-22 00:19:43

The Panthers' NCAA tournament invitation could hinge on their showing in the Big East tournament, starting today.


Vanderbilt blocks Jeter from transferring to Pitt

Vanderbilt blocks Jeter from transferring to Pitt

2013-05-22 00:12:35

Former Beaver Falls star Sheldon Jeter won't be allowed to transfer to Pitt if Commodores coach Kevin Stallings has his way.


PSU costs for Sandusky scandal top $44M

2013-05-22 00:08:26

The latest bill from Penn State shows the costs connected to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal topping $44.4 million.


Vanderbilt blocking Sheldon Jeter's transfer to Pitt basketball, sources say

2013-05-21 11:17:28

The Beaver Falls High graduate played his freshman season at Vanderbilt but said Friday that he was transfering to a school closer to home


Pitt's possible opponents in 2013 Legends Classic announced

2013-05-21 10:42:46

Pitt will play two of Houston, Stanford and Texas Tech in the 2013 Legends Classic set for Nov. 25 and 26 at the Barclays Center.


Success on basketball court felt all over Robert Morris' campus

Success on basketball court felt all over Robert Morris' campus

2013-05-21 00:15:24

University's growth has paralleled basketball program's success.


Federal judge hears arguments in Corbett lawsuit against NCAA

2013-05-21 00:08:01

A federal judge said she'll decide in the next couple weeks whether to dismiss a lawsuit against the NCAA over penalties against Penn State.


Colleges, universities slow to offer multiyear athletic scholarships

Colleges, universities slow to offer multiyear athletic scholarships

2013-05-19 00:09:48

Until 2011, athletic scholarships had to be renewed annually. NCAA schools now can offer four-year deals but few schools do so.


$600,000 raise puts Pitt basketball coach at top

2013-05-18 00:09:28

Among Pitt leaders and key employees included in this year's filing, four of the five highest paid were in athletics.


Dixon's enthusiasm high after two recent signings

2013-05-18 00:05:49

Despite loss of up to five players on last season's rosters, Pitt's coach is excited about the talent he is bringing in.


Haiti trip an eye-opener for Pitt athletes

Haiti trip an eye-opener for Pitt athletes

2013-05-18 00:04:45

Trip to Haiti and dealing with malnourished, impoverished children makes major impact on 16 Panthersathletes.


Obituary: John H. Stafford / Notre Dame advocate and family man

2013-05-17 00:14:59

With a passion for football and family, John H. Stafford lives on through a local academic scholarship to Notre Dame that bears his name.


Good vibes abound, but ACC decisions scarce

2013-05-17 00:10:37

The Atlantic Coast Conferences spring meetings ended amid a positive atmosphere, but with a lack of tangible results.


WVU quarterback from Monessen to transfer

2013-05-16 15:23:09

Freshman quarterback Chavas Rawlins will leave West Virginia.


Big Ten releases football schedule

2013-05-16 13:12:47

Penn State will kick off conference play at new conference member Rutgers on Sept. 13.


ACC meetings close with no significant actions

2013-05-16 12:27:17

ACC commissioner John Swofford said league brass discussed the conference's bowl bids to locations for the conference basketball tournament.


Coach Bill O'Brien rebuts magazine story on PSU's football medical staff

2013-05-16 00:32:51

O'Brien fights back after magazine article criticizes Penn State's new football medical team.


South Xtra: South Park grad is leader of the Pack

South Xtra: South Park grad is leader of the Pack

2013-05-16 00:12:33

Tarran Senay is having an excellent senior season helping the North Carolina State baseball team to a top 10 national ranking.


Atlantic Coast Conference fine with eight league football games

2013-05-16 00:09:42

Pitt athletic director Steve Pederson said he "hasn't heard any discussion" about moving to nine conference games.


Big East Conference baseball crown on line as Panthers set to take on Louisville

2013-05-16 00:08:05

Pitt still has some work to do in order to secure the school's first NCAA tournament berth since 1995.


O' Brien lashes out on criticism of Penn State athletes' medical care

2013-05-15 17:53:47

Bill O'Brien was not "yell at Tom Brady for 30 seconds angry," but "this is personal, Godfather, Scarface etc. angry."


Sports Illustrated article scrutinizes Penn State football team medical care

2013-05-15 11:48:39

The magazine reports that current and former players have questioned recent changes in doctors and the motives for those changes.


Moving league tournament from N.C. roots is unlikely

2013-05-15 00:08:32

The ACC is unlikely to switch its men's basketball tournament from its North Carolina roots to New York.


Stability is name of game as Atlantic Coast Conference ADs gather

2013-05-14 00:03:36

ACC athletic directors, including Pitt's Steve Pederson, and coaches gather in Florida for their annual meetings.


Twins decide to leave Pitt's football program

2013-05-13 00:16:03

Redshirt freshmen twins Chris and Demitrious Davis have elected to transfer.


Robert Morris golfer's battle starts before he steps on tee

Robert Morris golfer's battle starts before he steps on tee

2013-05-13 00:04:40

Robert Morris golfer wins award that recognizes success in golf and in his constant battle with Tourette's syndrome.


Pitt baseball team still has Omaha on its mind

2013-05-11 00:15:05

The Panthers haven't strayed from their preseason mission of making the College World Series.


District notebook: Thiel football hires two local stars

2013-05-10 00:18:35

Former players for Pitt and Duquesne will join the Thiel football staff for the upcoming season.


Penn State notebook: Quarterback battle isn't on hiatus

Penn State notebook: Quarterback battle isn't on hiatus

2013-05-10 00:15:51

Penn State coach Bill O'Brien is counting on his two potential quarterbacks to work hard this summer in an attempt to win the starting job.


Atlantic 10 Conference lures Davidson to conference

2013-05-09 00:19:29

The conference, which includes Duquesne, will have 14 teams again in the 2014-15 season.


Pitt, Penn State to play basketball for first time since 2005

Pitt, Penn State to play basketball for first time since 2005

2013-05-09 00:12:02

In-state rivals will meet in December in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge at Petersen Events Center.


Penn State resumes Adidas pact for apparel

2013-05-08 15:21:40

An undisclosed deal is reached between a former subcontractor and laid-off Indonesian workers for severance pay involving a factory closure.


Pitt to play Penn State in basketball

2013-05-08 14:07:54

Pitt will play Penn State for the first time since 2005 in the Big Ten/ACC challenge.


Davidson joins A-10 conference

2013-05-08 12:56:36

Davidson College of North Carolina will make the A-10 a 14-team conference in 2014-15.


Duquesne adds two to basketball recruiting class

2013-05-07 16:03:58

The Dukes have added two more recruits to the class of 2013-14 which brings the total number of incoming players for next season to seven.


ACC announces bowl-game lineup

2013-05-06 12:40:33

As is customary, the ACC champion -- if not selected for the BCS National Championship Game -- will play in the Orange Bowl.


Former Robert Morris guard Jones leaves lasting impression

Former Robert Morris guard Jones leaves lasting impression

2013-05-06 00:03:11

Graduating Colonials point guard Velton Jones lived up to his promise at Robert Morris, and he has his name in the record books to prove it.


Toole, administration agree to contract extension

2013-05-03 00:16:20

Robert Morris recognizes Andy Toole's success, extends his contract through 2017-18 season.


Rohrssen to rejoin Pitt basketball coaching staff

2013-05-02 21:04:04

Barry "Slice" Rohrssen was a member of Pitt's staff from 2001-06, serving under Dixon and Ben Howland.


Robert Morris gives Toole three-year contract extension

Robert Morris gives Toole three-year contract extension

2013-05-02 12:24:30

Andy Toole has gone from an obscure assistant coach to a known -- and wanted -- commodity.


Ex-WPIAL player grows into star role for BYU's volleyball team

Ex-WPIAL player grows into star role for BYU's volleyball team

2013-05-02 00:14:49

Former Peters Township player Devin Young grows into star role at BYU, which meets Penn State in the NCAA semifinals.


Transfer joins competition for quarterback at West Virginia

2013-05-01 12:23:13

Clint Trickett, who is transferring from FSU, spent most of his college career backing up two first round draft picks.


Pitt coach Chryst drops two players from team; one other suspended

Pitt coach Chryst drops two players from team; one other suspended

2013-05-01 00:03:24

Paul Chryst booted two players off the Pitt football team after they were caught in a South Oakland drug raid last week.


Penn State quarterback race down to two contenders

Penn State quarterback race down to two contenders

2013-05-01 00:01:18

With Steven Bench's transfer, the race for the starting job at Penn State is down to Tyler Ferguson and Christian Hackenberg.


Two players dismissed from Pitt football team, another suspended

2013-04-30 15:08:18

Tight end Drew Carswell and defensive back Eric Williams face charges stemming from a police raid last week.


In wake of transfer, O' Brien addresses PSU quarterback race

2013-04-30 12:16:03

For the first time since Penn State quarterback Steven Bench's transfer last week, coach Bill O'Brien publicly discussed the situation.


New Duquesne coach surprised to be handed the keys to program

New Duquesne coach surprised to be handed the keys to program

2013-04-30 00:14:39

Search for a new women's basketball coach started and ended with Dan Burt, an assistant under Suzie McConnell-Serio for the past six years.


Report: Junior forward Moore leaving Pitt

Report: Junior forward Moore leaving Pitt

2013-04-29 00:19:53

According to a national report, the Panthers have lost another contributor to a transfer in senior-to-be J.J. Moore.


Transition to ACC comes at perfect time for Pitt baseball

Transition to ACC comes at perfect time for Pitt baseball

2013-04-29 00:15:56

Everything seems to be going right for the Panthers, including their on-field success and upcoming move to the Atlantic Coast Conference.


No Pitt players taken in draft again

No Pitt players taken in draft again

2013-04-28 00:25:15

No Panthers selected, but California, Pa., lineman Eric Kush was picked by Kansas City and Penn State's Michael Mauti by Minnesota.


Duquesne hires women's basketball coach

2013-04-28 00:07:56

Former Duquesne assistant Dan Burt has been named the Dukes' new women's basketball coach.


Penn State linebackers taken by Vikings in NFL Draft

2013-04-27 13:29:19

Gerald Hodges, a 6-foot-1, 243-pounder, became the second Penn State player selected in this year's draft.


Dan Burt named Duquesne women's basketball coach

2013-04-27 10:34:06

Burt will take over for Suzie McConnell-Serio, who left to take the Pitt head coaching job earlier this month.


Jets end agonizing wait for West Virginia quarterback

Jets end agonizing wait for West Virginia quarterback

2013-04-27 00:31:44

Geno Smith taken in second round.


Penn State's Jordan Hill goes to Seattle in NFL Draft third round

2013-04-26 22:02:47

Hill, a 6-foot-1, 303-pounder, had 4 ?? sacks for the Lions last season.


WVU's Geno Smith goes to N.Y. Jets in NFL Draft

WVU's Geno Smith goes to N.Y. Jets in NFL Draft

2013-04-26 19:20:28

Mountaineers wide receiver Stedman Bailey was selected by the Rams in the third round.


Three Pitt football players suspended after drug raid

2013-04-26 14:39:45

Police raided the players' South Oakland home with a SWAT team early Friday morning and charged them with possession of drug paraphernalia.


Rams snag WVU's Austin with eighth pick, but QB Smith tumbles

Rams snag WVU's Austin with eighth pick, but QB Smith tumbles

2013-04-26 00:52:29

It was a great night for receiver Tavon Austin, but not so good for former Mountaineer teammate Geno Smith, who was not selected.


Pitt's Chryst hopes leaders surface in summer

2013-04-26 00:27:08

Pitt football coach Paul Chryst hopes leaders will emerge during the team's summer workouts.


WVU's Tavon Austin drafted by St. Louis Rams

2013-04-25 21:26:41

Former West Virginia receiver Tavon Austin was selected Thursday by the St. Louis Rams, who traded up to take Austin as the No. 8 pick.


Quarterback leaving Penn State

2013-04-25 00:16:30

Backup quarterback Steven Bench plans to transfer, a move that at least temporarily lessens the field for the starting job in the fall.


East Xtra: Gateway grad gives Pitt a lift on diamond

East Xtra: Gateway grad gives Pitt a lift on diamond

2013-04-25 00:14:45

Gateway grad Steve Vranka delivers walk-off home run to lift Pitt baseball team past Rutgers.


Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript: 4.24.13

2013-04-24 13:42:23

Heavy Steelers/NFL Draft discussion, a healthy dose of Pitt athletics, plus some Pirates and Penguins in this week's chat.


Duke will visit Pitt next season in basketball

Duke will visit Pitt next season in basketball

2013-04-24 00:14:30

In their first season in the ACC, the Panthers get a home game against the Blue Devils, as the schedule was released Tuesday.


Pitt basketball's inaugural ACC schedule announced

2013-04-23 14:05:25

The Atlantic Coast Conference announced Pitt's home and road opponents for the 2013-14 men's basketball season.


ACC's new grant of media rights has 'teeth'

2013-04-23 00:04:58

Atlantic Coast Conference becomes more comfortable of which to be a member.


ACC affirms solidarity with grant of media rights deal

2013-04-22 14:51:18

The move was unanimously approved by all 15 ACC schools, including Pitt, which will officially join the ACC July 1.


Penn State cornerback has big plans in music after football

Penn State cornerback has big plans in music after football

2013-04-22 00:08:31

A promising football career morphed into a hip-hop music opportunity for Penn State's Mike Wallace.


Lynch running on all cylinders in Penn State spring game

Lynch running on all cylinders in Penn State spring game

2013-04-21 00:16:40

Toronto native and freshman running back Akeel Lynch was one of the brightest stars in Penn State's Blue-White game.


As expected, WVU defense has a field day in spring finale

2013-04-21 00:14:12

It was obvious from the defense's dominance of the spring game that West Virginia's rebuilding effort on offense still has a long way to go.


Late-blooming Penn State lineman Mike Farrell awaits call in NFL draft

Late-blooming Penn State lineman Mike Farrell awaits call in NFL draft

2013-04-21 00:13:55

The Shady Side Academy graduate will be waiting to find out if his name gets announced or if his cell phone vibrates with good news.


Defense beats offense in WVU spring game

2013-04-20 16:54:40

The defense bested the offense in the spring game at West Virginia for the second straight season today, by a score of 41-33.


WVU fullback Alston following an unusual path

WVU fullback Alston following an unusual path

2013-04-20 00:17:06

Former Mountaineers big back Shawne Alston has big plans, and not all of them involve football.


Former Mountaineers Smith, Austin near top of draft class

Former Mountaineers Smith, Austin near top of draft class

2013-04-20 00:16:25

With stud prospects Geno Smith and Tavon Austin, West Virginia could have a banner day when the NFL draft begins Thursday.


Penn State players to watch: Adrian Amos and Allen Robinson

2013-04-20 00:14:18

PSU's Adrian Amos and Allen Robinson share living quarters and highly competitive spirit.


Nittany Lions Hodges, Hill could slide in NFL draft

2013-04-20 00:13:57

Several Penn State players likely will be drafted, but the question is when.


WVU quarterback battle continues into spring game

WVU quarterback battle continues into spring game

2013-04-20 00:11:36

Plenty of intrigue surrounds the quarterback competition to replace Geno Smith going into the West Virginia spring game today.


Nothing guaranteed in draft for former Pitt star Graham

Nothing guaranteed in draft for former Pitt star Graham

2013-04-20 00:10:57

Former Pitt running back Ray Graham likely will be the only Panther selected in the NFL draft, but he doesn't care how long he has to wait.


Panthers lose two future meetings with Irish

Panthers lose two future meetings with Irish

2013-04-20 00:06:09

With Notre Dame joining the Atlantic Coast Conference, a scheduling quirk will cost Pitt two scheduled games against its annual opponent.


Junior LF helps power lineup for upstart Panthers

Junior LF helps power lineup for upstart Panthers

2013-04-19 00:04:53

Steven Shelinsky Jr. and Pitt's baseball team are trying to power their way to an NCAA bid.


Dukes sign three more players, add transfer

2013-04-18 00:23:15

Duquesne coach Jim Ferry announced the signing of three more players to national letters of intent as well as the addition of a transfer.


Duquesne basketball announces recruiting class

2013-04-17 16:14:50

Coach Jim Ferry announced the signing of three players to National Letters of Intent Wednesday as well as the addition of a four-year transf


Penn State tight end Carter nearly set for return

2013-04-17 00:20:46

With his wrist healed, the Nittany Lions' Kyle Carter can't wait to resume his promising start as a tight end.


Five players to leave Duquesne; four are seeking transfers

Five players to leave Duquesne; four are seeking transfers

2013-04-17 00:04:48

Five Duquesne men's basketball players are leaving the program with four hoping to transfer to schools where they can play more.


Former Pitt running back Shell picks UCLA

Former Pitt running back Shell picks UCLA

2013-04-17 00:02:45

As expected, former Panthers running back Rushel Shell is headed to the Pacific-12 Conference with a transfer to UCLA.


Judge rules McQueary whistle-blower case can proceed

2013-04-16 17:08:14

Judge in Centre County denies bid by Penn State to have civil complaint by former assistant football coach dismissed.


Five players leave in mass exodus from Duquesne basketball

2013-04-16 14:59:01

Five players have left the Duquesne men's basketball program -- four of them will transfer while a fifth will play another sport.


Former Pitt running back Shell to transfer to UCLA

2013-04-16 11:44:02

Rushel Shell, the running back who told Pitt recently he was going to transfer, is heading to UCLA, where he will have to sit out a year.


Assault charges withdrawn against 3 Pitt football players after community service

2013-04-15 16:03:28

Running back Ray Graham, wide receiver Devin Street and defensive back Lafayette Pitts were accused of beating a man in Oakland.


Pitt lands 6-7 forward

2013-04-14 00:37:37

Pitt's Jamie Dixon filled one of his open scholarships when 6-foot-7 forward Jamel Artis from Notre Dame Prep gave a verbal commitment.


Pitt coach Dixon fills scholarship slot with Notre Dame prep forward Artis

2013-04-13 08:48:06

Jamel Artis, a native of Baltimore, joins guard Josh Newkirk and power forward Mike Young in the 2013 recruiting class.


QB Voytik takes advantage of extra work

QB Voytik takes advantage of extra work

2013-04-13 00:11:59

While apparent No. 1 QB Tom Savage mostly rests, Chad Voytik capitalizes on a chance to make a good impression.


Pitt hires McConnell-Serio as women's basketball coach

Pitt hires McConnell-Serio as women's basketball coach

2013-04-12 23:32:27

Suzie McConnell-Serio, coach at Duquesne the past six years and two-time Olympic medalist, replaces Agnus Berenato for the Panthers.


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