Pittsburgh Power games might air on ThisTV these days, but perhaps Nick-At-Nite would be a better choice for a network. Every Power game I’ve watched this year seems to be a rerun and I think we all know how the show ends. One week after taking a few steps forward on offense this time the Power (1-4) settled back into their usual struggling selves and lost a game that was easily within reach. This time the beneficiaries of their generosity were the San Antonio Talons (2-3) who defeated the ... Read More
San Antonio Talons Vs. Pittsburgh Power Preview
The Pittsburgh Power (1-3) finally got to celebrate a victory this season and what better place to party than in New Orleans? I’m sure the players had a blast on Bourbon Street but now it’s time to get back to work and try stringing a few victories together. Power quarterback Jordan Jefferson had the best game of his young AFL career by completing 19 of 30 passes for 223 yards and five touchdowns. He added 30 yards on the ground. Most importantly he did not have any fumbles or interceptions. ... Read More
Pittsburgh Power Reverse Offensive Curse, Beat The New Orleans VooDoo
It’s amazing what a little change can do for a struggling offense. One week after being shut out in the first half and scoring 14 points in Chicago, the Pittsburgh Power (1-3) decided to bring in an offensive consultant to help on the bench. Jon Lyles, the former offensive coordinator of the Bossier-Shreveport Battlewings of the AF2 league, got some immediate results out of the Power and quarterback Jordan Jefferson. Pittsburgh crossed the 40 point barrier for the first time this season, ... Read More
Pitt Signs Jamel Artis to a National Letter of Intent
Jamie Dixon and the Pitt basketball program now has a couple additional scholarships to hand out thanks to the transfer of Trey Zeigler and Steven Adams declaring for the NBA Draft. Dixon took care of one of those free scholarships by signing Jamel Artis to a National Letter of Intent. Artis is out of Baltimore, MD. and attended Notre Dame Prep, Mass. where he averaged 18 points, seven rebounds and four assists per game during the 2012-13 season. At 6'7", he is considered a combo ... Read More
Week 5 AFL Preview – Pittsburgh Power (0-3) at New Orleans Voodoo (1-2)
The Pittsburgh Power (0-3) offense has been cursed all season and now they have to go to the Graveyard to face the New Orleans VooDoo (1-2). This could be the last stand for starting quarterback Jordan Jefferson who has struggled mightily in his short AFL career. Considered a frontrunner for Rookie of the year, Jefferson has instead jumped to the top of “Bust Of The Year” in the AFL with an abysmal 49 of 92 (53.3%) completion record and only 508 yards passing in three games. He also has an ... Read More
Irwin battles nerves in Major League debut
PITTSBURGH, Pa. -- The first time a player takes the field for their Major League debut, a lot of things race through their mind. Everything slows down. Their heart feels like it's beating through their chest. Raw emotions. Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle remembers that feeling all to well when he stepped onto the grass back in September of 1977 for the Kansas City Royals. "It's one of the best things I've experienced," Hurdle said. "It's a life highlight. It's a priceless memory. For me, it was ... Read More
Week 4 Preview – Pittsburgh Power at Chicago Rush
There is no way to understate this week’s game for the Pittsburgh Power. If they have any dreams of making the playoffs they have to win on the road on Sunday in Chicago. Pittsburgh is staring down the barrel of an 0-2 start in which they were blown out at home by Utah (64-33) and Jacksonville (61-35). They have to start showing they can compete with teams or else the season is a lost cause. Rookie quarterback Jordan Jefferson has struggled mightily to adapt to the arena game. A 55.4% ... Read More
Pittsburgh March Madness – Championship Round
It took just over two weeks, but the field of 64 athletes, coaches and announcers from Pittsburgh storied history is finally down to the last two. #1. Mario Lemieux from the North Side Region made it through some tough competition. For a man who is no stranger to overcoming obstacles, he was able to make it to the end rather easily. Facing Lemieux will be the #1. seed from the Mt. Washington Region. Roberto Clemente is the greatest Pirate of all-time. He lived to help others and ... Read More
Pittsburgh March Madness – Final Four
After a few days off, it's time for the Final Four of Pittsburgh March Madness. For two weeks, the fans have voted for 64 different athletes as they went head-to-head in a March Madness-type bracket. We here at Pittsburgh Sporting News ranked 64 of the most influential athletes, coaches and announces throughout the history of our prestigious city. After many upsets and questionable picks, only four remain. North Side Region: #1 Mario Lemieux - The savior of the Penguins franchise both ... Read More
Yinzer of the Week: Wandy Rodriguez
Things haven't started out the way the Pittsburgh Pirates would've liked them to. They've only picked up one win on four trips out. And who picked up that one win for them? Wandy Rodriguez. In his first start this season, Rodriguez pitched 6.2 scoreless innings, and only allowed two hits over that span. While he did have two hit batsmen, Rodriguez only allowed one walk in his time of work. He held the Chicago Cubs' hitters to a .095 batting average and struck out six batters. His WHIP was an ... Read More