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$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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


Pitt coaches seeking a few good leaders

Pitt coaches seeking a few good leaders

2013-04-12 00:20:54

Leadership is one of the most important facets of any quality football team, but it also can be the most nebulous to define.


Chryst happy with Pitt's progress in spring camp

2013-04-10 00:22:26

Pitt coach Paul Chryst is disappointed to see the spring practice season end, but feels good about how the team has developed.


Pitt wrestling coach retiring after 34 years

Pitt wrestling coach retiring after 34 years

2013-04-09 00:07:45

Longtime Pitt wrestling coach Rande Stottlemyer will retire.


Longtime Pitt wrestling coach to retire after 34 years

2013-04-08 17:54:11

Rande Stottleymyer will remain with the athletic department as the Senior Advisor for Olympic Sports.


Roadblocks go up for star running back

Roadblocks go up for star running back

2013-04-06 00:10:44

Pitt blocks Shell's transfer to some schools, including Arizona, Arizona State, and any future opponents, including Penn State.


Redshirt freshman QB quickly learning at Pitt

2013-04-06 00:05:01

Panthers coach Paul Chryst said earlier this week that Chad Voytik has started to look more comfortable in the offense.


Event allows Pitt alumni a chance to give back

2013-04-05 00:05:59

Former Panthers will be lending a hand next weekend in the fifth annual Dessert Tasting For A Cause.


Adams going pro to provide for family

Adams going pro to provide for family

2013-04-04 00:22:29

Ready or not, Pitt freshman center Steven Adams heads to the NBA with an uncertain future.


Former coach: Adams left Pitt to help family

Former coach: Adams left Pitt to help family

2013-04-03 16:15:08

Kenny McFadden coached Adams at a New Zealand basketball academy said the situation with Adams' family changed in the past year.


Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript: 4.3.13

2013-04-03 13:38:20

Baseball begins, the Penguins' streak ends, Pitt deals with a mass exodus and the Steelers look to the draft. Lots of ground covered today.


Pitt adjusting to Shell's departure

2013-04-03 00:28:56

Pitt begins making adjustments in wake of Rushel Shell's decision to transfer.


Recruiting failures, high hopes, loss of key aides foiled former Pitt women's coach Berenato

Recruiting failures, high hopes, loss of key aides foiled former Pitt women's coach Berenato

2013-04-03 00:14:00

It was mostly unrealized expectations and poor recruiting that led to the demise of Agnus Berenato's program at Pitt.


Pitt freshman Adams to leave for NBA draft

Pitt freshman Adams to leave for NBA draft

2013-04-03 00:07:33

Panthers center Steven Adams makes his decision in New Zealand and apparently finds the NBA draft and money to be irresistible lures.


Panthers junior guard Zeigler to transfer again

Panthers junior guard Zeigler to transfer again

2013-04-03 00:02:34

After a rocky season on and off the court, former Central Michigan transfer Trey Zeigler is leaving Pitt after one year.


Pitt freshman center Adams declares for NBA draft

Pitt freshman center Adams declares for NBA draft

2013-04-02 20:47:05

Adams, a 7-foot native of New Zealand, started every game for Pitt this season and averaged 7.2 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.


Pitt basketball guard Trey Zeigler to transfer

2013-04-02 18:31:01

Zeigler, who came to Pitt from Central Michigan, had a difficult time finding a niche in coach Jamie Dixon's rotation.


Berenato dismissed as Pitt women's basketball coach

Berenato dismissed as Pitt women's basketball coach

2013-04-02 00:13:19

Agnus Berenato coached the Panthers for 10 seasons, compiling a 161-149 record. The past two seasons saw a rapid decline in success, though.


Shell decides he will transfer

2013-04-02 00:05:47

After five days of thinking it over, freshman running back Rushel Shell will seek a transfer from Pitt.


Running back Rushel Shell to leave Pitt

Running back Rushel Shell to leave Pitt

2013-04-01 21:38:11

Pitt must agree to release Shell from his scholarship to whatever school he wants to transfer to.


Pitt announces women's basketball coach Agnus Berenato will not return

Pitt announces women's basketball coach Agnus Berenato will not return

2013-04-01 21:12:11

Berenato compiled a 161-149 record in 10 seasons with the Panthers, but the team has gone winless in Big East play over the past 2 seasons.


Bennett, Crockett get big chance

Bennett, Crockett get big chance

2013-03-30 00:22:03

Rushel Shell takes time away from football to mull transfer, so backups Bennett, Crockett try to make their mark at Pitt.


Sam Werner's Pitt football chat transcript: 3.29.13

2013-03-29 13:16:17

Spring football talk on the Pitt Panthers.


Shell given 'time away'

Shell given 'time away'

2013-03-29 00:11:39

Pitt running back Rushel Shell will take some "time away from football," according to Panthers coach Paul Chryst.


Chryst: Pitt's Rushel Shell taking 'time away from football'

Chryst: Pitt's Rushel Shell taking 'time away from football'

2013-03-28 12:33:28

The former Hopewell High School star is considering a transfer from the university but hasn't yet formally requested the paperwork to do so.


Pitt RB Shell pondering a transfer

Pitt RB Shell pondering a transfer

2013-03-28 09:51:28

The 2013 offense could be dealt a devastating blow five-plus months before the season kicks off.


Obituary: John 'Jack' Wiley / Distinctive Steelers offensive lineman

2013-03-28 00:22:37

Even without high-profile championships, Jack Wiley made his mark on the Steelers and was part of sports television history.


Pitt's Williams adjusts fast to new role as safety

Pitt's Williams adjusts fast to new role as safety

2013-03-27 06:15:32

Eric Williams getting more comfortable after switch from linebacker.


Speculation ends as Pitt gives Dixon contract extension

Speculation ends as Pitt gives Dixon contract extension

2013-03-24 00:13:02

Dixon's contract extension for 10 years supports the coach's desire to hopefully retire at the University of Pittsburgh.


Pitt basketball coach Jamie Dixon agrees to 10-year contract extension

Pitt basketball coach Jamie Dixon agrees to 10-year contract extension

2013-03-23 17:19:32

He has been the head coach since 2003 and has compiled a 127-66 record in Big East regular-season play, the highest in league history.


LB Thomas finds comfort level in Pitt spring drills

2013-03-23 00:13:49

Finally healthy after two knee surgeries, linebacker Todd Thomas is excited about having a productive 2013 season.


NCAA Wrestling Championships: Local No. 4 seeds knock off favorites

NCAA Wrestling Championships: Local No. 4 seeds knock off favorites

2013-03-23 00:09:40

Sophomores from Penn State and Edinboro upset the undefeated top seeds in their weight classes.


Panthers' weak offense needs to be addressed

Panthers' weak offense needs to be addressed

2013-03-23 00:03:27

Plenty of talent will return for Pitt, but some additions are certainly needed.


Season ends for Pitt with 73-55 rout by Wichita State

Season ends for Pitt with 73-55 rout by Wichita State

2013-03-22 00:14:51

The Shockers threw all the punches to knock the Panthers out of the tournament in disappointing fashion once again.


Pitt Notebook: Adams vows to return next season

Pitt Notebook: Adams vows to return next season

2013-03-22 00:12:37

After the Panthers' emotional loss to Wichita State Thursday, freshman big man Steven Adams said he won't leave for the NBA.


Pitt falls to Wichita State, 73-55

Pitt falls to Wichita State, 73-55

2013-03-21 20:50:29

Wichita State defeated Pitt this afternoon in the NCAA tournament, and now moves on to play Gonzaga, which beat Southern today.


Pitt to pay new general counsel $350,000

2013-03-21 09:49:34

The compensation committee met this morning to set the salary for P. Jerome Richey.


Small margin of error in NCAA tournament for Pitt Panthers

Small margin of error in NCAA tournament for Pitt Panthers

2013-03-21 00:29:51

The No. 8 seed enters the tournament in a different scenario than usual -- as a lower-seeded team. They play Wichita State at 1:40 p.m.


West Region Notebook: Pitt's Dixon dismisses coaching rumors

2013-03-21 00:24:38

At his NCAA tournament news conference, Pitt coach Jamie Dixon addressed rumors that he is a top coaching target for Southern California.


Gritty Holtz primed for larger role as a sophomore

2013-03-21 00:15:47

After an impressive freshman season, Pitt will look to tight end J.P. Holtz as a leader on offense in 2013.


Jerry Micco's Sports Chat Transcript: 3.20.13

2013-03-20 14:43:35

A heaping helping of college hoops talk in Jerry's chat, plus all of the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates discussion you've come to expect.


Panthers get early rise to the occasion in NCAA tournament

Panthers get early rise to the occasion in NCAA tournament

2013-03-20 00:21:55

Coach Jamie Dixon and his Pitt team start the NCAA tournament with a clean slate -- and they won't have to wait long Thursday to do so.


Wichita State found 'Dance' mix despite modest goals

Wichita State found 'Dance' mix despite modest goals

2013-03-19 00:20:49

The ninth-seeded Shockers will play eighth-seeded Pitt at 1:40 p.m. Thursday at EnergySolutions Arena in Salt Lake City.


NCAA tournament regional capsules

2013-03-18 00:12:07

Here's a region-by-region look at the NCAA tournament, including favorites, sleepers, and upset specials.


Pitt Panthers earn No. 8 seed after most experts had them higher

Pitt Panthers earn No. 8 seed after most experts had them higher

2013-03-18 00:11:45

Pitt will play Wichita State in a NCAA tournament second-round game Thursday in Salt Lake City, Utah.


Daily Report: Instant analysis of the 2013 NCAA tournament bracket

2013-03-18 00:04:13

Stat Sheet: The number of teams from the Mountain West Conference that made the NCAA field.


Hometown boy: Pitt's Adams is big in Oakland and Auckland, but for different reasons

Hometown boy: Pitt's Adams is big in Oakland and Auckland, but for different reasons

2013-03-17 00:15:14

Steven Adams, the highly touted freshman center at Pitt, spends a day with a New Zealand TV crew that brought him a little taste of home.


Ron Cook: Syracuse makes one final stand at Big East Conference tournament

2013-03-16 00:14:41

Coach Jim Boeheim making one more run before leaving conference.


Correlation between Big East and NCAA tournament success rare for Pitt

Correlation between Big East and NCAA tournament success rare for Pitt

2013-03-16 00:14:29

The Panthers have a chance to salvage their season after a disappointing loss Thursday against Syracuse at Madison Square Garden.


Transfer Garner comes home, fits with familiar staff at Pitt

2013-03-15 00:15:12

Familiar faces from Wisconsin drew tight end Manasseh Garner, who played at Brashear High School, to Pitt.


Pitt suffers another early Big East tournament exit

Pitt suffers another early Big East tournament exit

2013-03-15 00:14:02

Panthers make quick exit from Big East tournament again after second-half rally falls a little short against Syracuse


Pitt falls in final Big East Tournament appearance

Pitt falls in final Big East Tournament appearance

2013-03-14 17:15:36

James Southerland lead the Orange past the Panthers, 62-59, in the quarterfinal round of the tournament.


Orange seeking reversal vs. Pitt

2013-03-14 00:49:03

Pitt has dominated Syracuse like it has no other Big East Conference opponent in recent years. Syracuse vows to reverse that trend.


Pitt to face 'Cuse Thursday in Big East tourney

2013-03-13 16:45:09

NEW YORK -- No. 5 seed Syracuse defeated No. 12 seed Seton Hall, 75-63 this afternoon in a Big East tournament second-round game.


On paper, Big East tournament bracket shapes up nicely for Pitt

On paper, Big East tournament bracket shapes up nicely for Pitt

2013-03-13 00:11:18

Until the final, the Panthers appears to stack up well against their potential Big East tournament opponents.


Garden goodies: Program veterans recall Pitt's best postseason memories in N.Y.

Garden goodies: Program veterans recall Pitt's best postseason memories in N.Y.

2013-03-12 00:14:43

Pitt basketball greats and others close to the Panthers remember historic Big East tournament moments.


Big East tournament double bye welcomed by Pitt's Dixon

2013-03-11 00:13:25

Pitt coach Jamie Dixon knows better than anyone else how the double bye can kill a team's momentum at the Big East tournament.


Pitt players get Big East honors

2013-03-10 13:14:40

Tray Woodall and Steven Adams were honored by the conference.


Pitt eclipses Big East shooting record in regular-season finale

Pitt eclipses Big East shooting record in regular-season finale

2013-03-10 00:31:48

The Panthers set a new mark for accuracy in their final Big East game, an 81-66 win against DePaul to earn a double bye in the tournament.


Pitt defeats DePaul, 81-66, in regular season finale

Pitt defeats DePaul, 81-66, in regular season finale

2013-03-09 16:07:54

Pitt set a school record by shooting 71.7 percent from the field, and reserve forward J.J. Moore tied his career high with 21 points.


Pitt's Big East Conference finale not about nostalgia

2013-03-09 00:28:01

Panthers looking to improve on their tournament seed at Madison Square Garden.


Season ends with first-round loss for Pitt women

2013-03-09 00:18:16

The Panthers officially close the book on the Big East with a 66-43 loss to Marquette in the first round of the conference tournament.


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