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Pitt's fortunes in 2024 hinge on dramatic changes on offense
Aug. 24—When Pat Narduzzi spoke to his team one day early in training camp, he made the 2024 season personal for his players. "I told the guys ... 'This is team 135. This is the 135th edition of Pitt football. The 2024 team will be one team — it's you. What are you going to do?' " Yes, Pitt football history goes all the way back to 1890 when the school was called Western University of ...
Due Diligence: Philly-born NEA president says education at stake in election
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. In addition to the thousands of delegates representing their respective states, there are hundreds of delegates who represent organizations, such as the National Education Association (NEA). Around 200 teachers — NEA members — are serving as “education” delegates, making the NEA presence larger than any state delegation except for California, Florida and Texas.
Pirates fall flat to Reds in front of sellout crowd; Hunter Stratton injured in freak collision
Aug. 24—A sellout crowd of 38,137 packed PNC Park Saturday to watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Cincinnati Reds after the club inducted Barry Bonds, Jim Leyland and Manny Sanguillen into their Hall of Fame. In what ended as a 10-2 beatdown by the Reds, the pregame Hall of Fame festivities undoubtedly proved to be highlight of the day for the Pirates and their fans. Saturday's game ...
Tomlin Bluntly Explains Beanie Bishop’s Absence
DETROIT — Pittsburgh Steelers undrafted free agent cornerback Beanie Bishop received first-team reps at slot corner in training camp and the first preseason game, but an undisclosed injury has thrown a wrench in his availability and playing time over the last two games. After missing the second preseason game...
Steelers' Cordarrelle Patterson: Long touchdown to close preseason
Patterson rushed the ball three times for 31 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 31-24 preseason loss to the Lions. With Jaylen Warren (hamstring) sidelined, Patterson was the second back on the field behind Najee Harris. Patterson played with both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, but his highlight of the game came on the team's first drive when he ripped through the middle of the field for a 31-yard touchdown scamper. Warren looks likely to be ready for Week 1, but Patterson would likely get passing-down work and some occasional carries if Warren is unable to suit up. .
Clairton rides defense to convincing win over Steel Valley
Clairton defensive back Taris Wooding and the Bears’ crushing defense didn’t worry much about the offense. With Wooding and his teammates patrolling the secondary, Steel Valley’s offense wasn’t gaining any territory. The Ironmen didn’t score any points on offense, allowing the Bears to survive three turnovers...
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie defensive tackle to miss final preseason game
DETROIT -- Pittsburgh Steelers rookie defensive lineman Logan Lee will not play in the team’s final preseason game against the Detroit Lions with an undisclosed injury. Lee was seen in street clothes during warmups off on the sideline, signifying that he will likely sit out the game. Lee, the...
Steelers QB hot-take from radio host is the dumbest of the offseason
The Steelers' quarterback room has left a lot of people talking this offseason due to the severe turnover in the room. Naturally, this has led to a wide variety of hot takes about what the best and worst moves are and who should ultimately start for the team this year.
New PA law will help residents access unclaimed property
Is the state withholding money or property that may be yours?. A recently approved law in Pennsylvania will make it easier for thousands to receive what's rightfully theirs. Behind the vault doors at the state treasury office in Harrisburg is a massive amount of unclaimed property. “We have 4.5 billion...
Gracie Sines scores go-ahead goal as Cumberland Valley girls soccer downs North Allegheny
Gracie Sines scored the go-ahead goal in the 70th minute propelled the Cumberland Valley girls soccer team to a 2-1 non-conference victory over host North Allegheny Saturday. The Eagles trailed 1-0 on a North Allegheny penalty kick in the 14th minute, but responded with a penalty kick goal of their own by Sienna Manns in the 36th minute.
American Hockey League mandates neck protection in the wake of the death of Adam Johnson
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (KDKA) - On Friday, the American Hockey League, the top development league for the NHL, mandated that all players will be required to wear cut-resistant neck protection beginning this season. AHL President and CEO, along with a unanimous vote from the AHL Board of Governors made it official Friday, saying that all skaters, referees, and linespersons will have to wear the protection this season. Prior to this season, players and officials were required to wear cut-resistant socks and wrist sleeves. The decision comes less than a year after former Penguins forward Adam Johnson died in what was described as a "freak accident"...
Westmoreland County football notebook: GCC’s Samir Crosby accounts for 6 TDs
Samir Crosby had an impressive performance in a wild opener for Greensburg Central Catholic at Shady Side Academy. The Centurions rallied to win 46-40 as the junior quarterback accounted for six touchdowns. GCC trailed 32-10 in the second quarter before Crosby took command and led a comeback. He scored four...
In Conversation With Newcomer Sarah Ashley Cain, Associate Artistic Director of Pittsburgh Public Theater
Kinetic energy is the vibe emanating from Pittsburgh Public Theater as the Cultural District company rolls into season No. 50, kicking off with Dial M For Murder. Every week this summer seems to have brought with it a new initiative or announcement, including three recent hires of note:. Toby Guinn...
‘Dial M for Murder’ Gets Lead-Off Call for Pittsburgh Public Theater’s 50th Season
Pittsburgh Public Theater opens its 50th season with a 21st-century look at the classic thriller Dial M for Murder. As in the original BBC teleplay and the 1954 Alfred Hitchcock film, whodunit is not at issue. The question is: Will they get away with it?. Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation, with the...
Team USA selects its flag bearers for Paralympic Games in Paris
Two former gold medalists will carry the United States flag at the Paralympics opening ceremony next week.Steve Serio, who helped the U.S.'s wheelchair basketball team to gold medals in the last two Paralympic Games, and Nicky Nieves, who helped Team USA win its first gold in sitting volleyball in 2016, were selected. The American Olympic and Paralympic Committee made the announcement Friday."I'm overwhelmed and honored," Serio said. "I never thought this would be something that I'd get to experience in my career. I want to say thank you to all the Team USA athletes."A five-time world champion, Serio is co-captain of the 2024 basketball team team along with Trevon Jenifer."Being the flagbearer for Team USA means that all of my hard work was not in vain," Nieves said. "I get to represent the country that made me who I am, with the best-of-the-best U.S. athletes by my side."The opening ceremony for the Paris Paralympics will be held across Place de la Concorde and the Champs Elyssés on Wednesday.The flagbearers were chosen by votes from fellow American Paralympic athletes. The American contingent is made up of 225 athletes and guides.
Watch Live: Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. Birmingham Legion FC live stream
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are on the road facing Birmingham Legion FC and are looking to keep their unbeaten streak alive!The team ended a long winless streak in July with a 5-0 win over the Oakland Roots and dating back to July 13, they've rattled off three wins and four draws.Overall this season, the Riverhounds are sporting a record of 6-9-10. Kickoff tonight is set for 7:30 p.m. There are multiple ways to watch the Riverhounds this season, including by watching the live player above and by tuning into KDKA+!The Riverhounds' 2024 seasonKDKA+, which became...
Panthers Host Mercyhurst Sunday to Conclude Opening Weekend
PITTSBURGH – Following a season-opening shutout against a nationally-ranked foe, the Pitt men's soccer team will return to action Sunday evening, hosting Mercyhurst at Ambrose Urbanic Field. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m. ET, and the match can be streamed via ACC Network Extra. Need to Know - Game...
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