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Point Park University unveils proposal for sports and recreation venue
When he was named Point Park University president last year, Chris Brussalis touted his school’s potential to spark a “Downtown Renaissance 3” with targeted development including a new venue for sports and recreation. On Thursday, Brussalis unveiled a sizable part of that vision for the Golden Triangle. He and the...
Ringgold calls off football game vs. Thomas Jefferson, investigates ‘alleged incidents of misconduct’
Ringgold has called off Friday’s football game while investigating unspecified allegations “that involve members of the football team.” The Rams were scheduled to host Thomas Jefferson in a Big Six Conference game. Ringgold superintendent Randall Skrinjorich confirmed the district’s decision, saying in an email: “Currently the game is postponed.” In...
Deer Lakes’ Sullivan playing all over pitch for No. 1 Pitt soccer
Michael Sullivan scored his first goal for the top-ranked Pitt men’s soccer team this week in a big game against another top-10 team in Denver, and though that was a big moment, it’s only a small part of what he’s contributing. Sullivan’s greatest asset to the Panthers has been his...
Pat Narduzzi speaks on subjects ranging from players’ financial investments to Matt Canada’s time at Pitt
Talk was scattered in many different directions Thursday in the conference room adjacent to Pat Narduzzi’s office, where he presided over his final news briefing of the week. The weekly sessions are not exactly akin to FDR’s fireside chats from the 1930s and 1940s, but it’s an opportunity for reporters...
Big 12 coaches pick Kansas as preseason favorite, West Virginia slated for 13th in men’s basketball poll
IRVING, Texas — Big 12 coaches tabbed Kansas as the preseason favorite to win a conference that had nine of its current teams make the NCAA Tournament last season. The Jayhawks were picked ahead of Houston, Iowa State, Baylor and league-newcomer Arizona in a vote by the conference’s 16 coaches...
Effective ball distribution benefitting Penn State offensively heading into showdown at USC
A common refrain among Penn State coaches and players heading into this season was a desire to be better about getting the ball to the program’s most explosive players. As the Nittany Lions got underway, some of those candidates were well known, such as tight end Tyler Warren and Swiss...
Steelers DC Teryl Austin trying to patch together depth at outside linebacker after rash of injuries
Teryl Austin will have at his disposal Sunday a former NFL Defensive Player of the Year and a collection of players at outside linebacker who might not even be household names in their own household. With injuries to Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig and converted defensive lineman DeMarvin Leal, Austin won’t...
Cat Flood relishes her role with Pitt women’s volleyball as team vies for national championship
Cat Flood has become one of the most popular players on the top-ranked Pitt volleyball team, particularly among the younger crowd. Maybe it’s her trademark two-tone hair, something she did on a teammate’s dare a couple of years ago, and it has stuck. She tried going back to one hair...
Alex Highsmith returns to Steelers practice; Pat Freiermuth added to injury report
Alex Highsmith already has been characterized by coach Mike Tomlin as “out” for Sunday’s Pittsburgh Steelers game at the Las Vegas Raiders. The outside linebacker, however, returned to practice Thursday. Out the past two games because of a groin injury, Highsmith took to the practice field for the first time...
Hoping to look like Fred Rogers, Pat Narduzzi invites his ‘neighbors’ to Pitt’s game at Acrisure StadiumVideo
Pat Narduzzi has been known to make an occasional show on Pitt’s sideline, whether it’s having an animated conversation with an official or even kissing a player on the cheek. (Chris Blewitt remembers that one.) After Getting Kiss from Pat Narduzzi, Pitt Kicker Chris Blewitt Boots Field Goal to Upset...
Russell Wilson has mentality as Steelers starter even though Justin Fields continues to work with 1st team
Justin Fields isn’t looking over his shoulder even though Russell Wilson is closing ground in his quest to make his Pittsburgh Steelers debut at quarterback. “I’m blessed to be here,” Fields said Thursday after practice. “Whatever my role is on the team, I’m going to do it to the best...
Pirates offer to assist hurricane first responders in Bradenton, report damage at training facility
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ training facility in Bradenton, Fla., where the Low-A Marauders are based, was damaged overnight as Hurricane Milton made its way across the state. Both LECOM Park and Pirates City, where the Pirates hold spring training games and workouts, respectively, suffered damage. In addition to several photos showcasing...
2 teams suing NASCAR ask court to recognize them as chartered while antitrust case proceeds
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The two teams suing NASCAR asked a judge for a preliminary injunction Wednesday so they can compete next season under the charter system they are challenging as their antitrust case moves through federal court. 23XI Racing, which is owned by Michael Jordan, veteran driver Denny Hamlin and...
The Jacksonville Jaguars say their flight to London will be delayed because of Hurricane Milton
LONDON — The Jacksonville Jaguars plan to arrive in London later than expected Friday because of Hurricane Milton, the team confirmed ahead of Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears. A team spokesperson said on Thursday that the Jaguars’ departure time has been “slightly” delayed. The hurricane smashed into Florida, making...
No. 4 Penn State makes the long trip to USC with a chance to crush the slumping Trojans’ season
LOS ANGELES — Southern Cal’s season is on the verge of slipping away. Penn State’s season is starting to look awfully special. The Trojans’ desperation and the Nittany Lions’ opportunity appear to be the main motivators when No. 4 Penn State (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) travels more than 2,500 miles...
Rays say it may take ‘weeks’ to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field, after Milton struck region
The Tampa Bay Rays said it may take weeks to fully assess how much damage was done to Tropicana Field, which saw its roof ripped to shreds by the force of Hurricane Milton as the deadly storm barreled across much of Florida. The team said no one was injured when...
On again playing more snaps, Steelers George Pickens says ‘It’s all up to (Arthur Smith)’
Thursday morning at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex began with George Pickens unaffected by and somewhat in defiance of the questions — fair or unfair — in recent days regarding his effort, attitude, playing time and production. By the time practice ended late in the afternoon, the men who deliver the...
Tim Benz: Nothing was working for the Penguins in their season openerVideo
With Pittsburgh Steelers players Najee Harris and Pat Freiermuth in attendance at PPG Paints Arena, the Penguins had more of a George Pickens kind of night in their season opener. Their net was “Open (Bleepin’) Always.” The Penguins lost 6-0 at home to the New York Rangers in their first...
Rays say it may take ‘weeks’ to fully assess damage at Tropicana Field
The Tampa Bay Rays said it may take weeks to fully assess how much damage was done to Tropicana Field, which saw its roof ripped to shreds by the force of Hurricane Milton as the deadly storm barreled across much of Florida. The team said no one was injured when...
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal will retire from tennis after next month’s Davis Cup finals
MADRID — Rafael Nadal announced Thursday he will retire from tennis at age 38 following next month’s Davis Cup finals. Nadal won 22 Grand Slam singles titles during an unprecedented era he shared with his rivals in the so-called Big Three, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. “Really, everything I have...
U mad, bro?: George Pickens, Pete Rose, Pirates, county taxes — Pittsburgh frustrations go beyond Steelers’ loss
You’d think that after a blown lead on primetime to the Dallas Cowboys, angry Pittsburgh Steelers fans would overload my inbox and my social media mentions. You’d be wrong. Oh, don’t misunderstand. There was plenty of bile and venom for me to read about the how the Steelers played. But...
First Call: Dallas’ Jourdan Lewis backs off heat on George Pickens; where Steelers stand on Davante Adams
Thursday’s “First Call” gives us a Dallas Cowboy who is changing his tune about George Pickens. We examine the Pittsburgh Steelers’ place in the trade derby for Davante Adams. A former Steelers defensive back got a workout with the Cleveland Browns. And there are some theories about Russell Wilson’s future....
1st showing of Penguins new-look power play gets bad reviewsVideo
The Pittsburgh Penguins were thumped in their season opener Wednesday at PPG Paints Arena, losing 6-0 to the New York Rangers in a game largely devoid of any offensive success. The loss offered an initial look at the club’s power play, now overseen by first-year assistant David Quinn. By game’s...
Dodgers clobber Padres to force winner-take-all Game 5
SAN DIEGO — Mookie Betts homered for the second straight night, Shohei Ohtani hit an RBI single and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Dylan Cease and the San Diego Padres, 8-0, Wednesday night to force a deciding Game 5 in their tense NL Division Series. Will Smith and Gavin Lux...
ACC’s additions of Cal, Stanford create test for coast-to-coast basketball scheduling plans
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Brooke Demetre was ready to go. The Stanford forward isn’t deterred by the idea of the cross-country travel that awaits the Cardinal and California men’s and women’s basketball teams in the newly expanded Atlantic Coast Conference. No, just like for this week’s flight to the state of...
