Pitt Ends Eight-Game Losing Streak with 10-9 Walk-Off Win over No. 13 West Virginia

The long-standing rivalry between the University of Pittsburgh (Pitt) Panthers and West Virginia University (WVU) Mountaineers continues to be a highlight in collegiate sports with multiple upcoming and recent matches. The 192nd edition of the men's basketball Backyard Brawl is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at the WVU Coliseum, marking the continuation of an annual series that was renewed in 2017 and is set to run through the 2027-28 season; Pitt currently seeks to build on recent wins after ending a lengthy losing streak against WVU. Additionally, in baseball, Pitt recently achieved a dramatic 10-9 walk-off victory against the 13th-ranked Mountaineers, overcoming a late deficit to spoil WVU’s chance at a record-tying 40th win. Earlier, Pitt State baseball was narrowly defeated by Washburn 2-1 in the opening round of the MIAA Tournament, highlighting competitive collegiate baseball action in the region. These events underscore the vibrant and evolving athletic rivalry between the two schools across multiple sports, with both teams experiencing shifts in coaching and player rosters that add new dynamics to their contests.