Josh Newkirk, a 6-foot-2, 170 pound guard from Word of God Christian Academy (NC) committed to Pittsburgh Wednesday, choosing the Panthers over the likes of Georgia Tech, Memphis, and Missouri. Newkirk, one of the premier athletes in the 2013 class, is a consensus top-150 prospect, ranking No. 89 and 119 nationally by Scout and Rivals, respectively. His athleticism and quickness allow him to consistently drive the lane and finish above the rim. He’s a combo-guard learning to become a true ... Read More
Pitt Freshman Steve Adams Scouting Report
Bio Steven Adams, aka the Kiwi Phenom, committed to play basketball at Pitt in the summer of 2010. The New Zealand native transferred to Notre Dame Prep (MA) in January in order to be academically eligible. The 19 year old (7/28/93) stands 7 foot tall and weighs 250 pounds. He’s rated the No. 5 overall player in the 2012 class by both Rivals and Scout. Adams is the youngest of 18 children, all of whom are at least 6’5”. His sister Valerie is a two-time gold medalist in the shot put. For a ... Read More
Pitt Panthers Basketball Schedule Released
When we last saw Jamie Dixon and the Pitt Men's basketball team, the were putting the finishing touches on a disappointing 2011-12 season by defeating Washington State to win the CBI Tournament. While the 2011-12 season didn't go exactly the way Dixon and company may have planned, the Panthers are hoping for a rebound season this year. As they prepare for the 2012-13, Dixon and the Panthers can really get to work as their schedule has been released for the upcoming campaign. The Panthers ... Read More
Former La Roche assistant Bob McGraw joins Slippery Rock’s staff
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. – Bob McGraw, a former assistant coach at La Roche College, has joined the Slippery Rock University men's basketball coaching staff in the role of a volunteer assistant, Rock head coach Kevin Reynolds announced Monday. “Bob is a tremendous addition to our staff,” Reynolds said. “His experiences as a NCAA Division III assistant basketball coach will make an immediate impact on our basketball program. His addition will allow us to continue our plan of recruiting and ... Read More
Point Park University will induct four in this year’s Hall of Fame
PITTSBURGH – Point Park University's Pioneer Athletic Hall of Fame will induct four honorees for the Class of 2012, and this year’s honorees are Jesse Bender (Men's Cross Country, 2002-06), Nathan "Sonny" Lewis (Men's Basketball, 1978-80), Lynn Newson (Women's Basketball, 2001-05) and Debbie Zanolli (Women's Basketball, 1979-83). The 2012 Pioneer Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 on the Point Park campus. There will be a 5 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. ... Read More
Duquesne Mens Basketball Schedule 2012-2013
A total of seven home games - including three in three days as part of the 2012 Legends Classic - highlight the 14-game non-conference portion of Duquesne University's 2012-13 men's basketball schedule announced today. The Dukes, in their first season under head coach Jim Ferry, will open at Albany on Nov. 9. DU will then take part in the Legends Classic with an opening round game at one of four potential sites (Georgetown, Georgia, Indiana or UCLA) between Nov. 11-15. Duquesne will host ... Read More
Pitt, Big East Reach Agreement for Panthers to Move to ACC in 2013
PROVIDENCE, R.I.—The Big East Conference and the University of Pittsburgh announced today that both organizations have reached an agreement on Pittsburgh’s departure from the Big East and move to the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Under the terms of the agreement reached between the Big East and Pittsburgh, Big East members will vote, in accordance with the Big East’s bylaws, to terminate Pittsburgh’s membership in the Big East effective July 1, 2013, at which point Pittsburgh will join the ... Read More
Eight From BIG EAST Taken in 2012 NBA Draft
NEWARK, N.J. – BIG EAST teams placed four players among the top 15 selections in the 2012 NBA Draft Thursday night at the Prudential Center, marking the second time in four years that the league produced four top-15 picks. The BIG EAST had five players chosen in the first round of the draft, marking the most first-round selections since seven players from the league were taken in the 2006 draft. Eight players were taken overall - the third time in four years that the BIG EAST had at least ... Read More
Duquesne Basketball 2012-2013 Recruiting Class
New Duquesne Dukes head coach Jim Ferry announced his inaugural recruiting class on Tuesday, as the team will welcome five new recruits to the squad, with four eligible to play in 2012-2013. The class features three guards, including Jeremiah Jones of Gary Ind,, Derrick Colter of Forestville, Md., and junior college transfer Marvin Binney of Toronto, Ontario who will be entering his sophomore season. All three should be expected to receive a shot at playing time given the departures of Mike ... Read More