Panthers Basketball Avoids Upset in Season-Opening Win
The Pittsburgh men’s basketball team opened the 2025-26 season with a 74-59 victory over Youngstown State on Monday night at the Petersen Events Center.
After trailing in the early moments, the Panthers grabbed their first lead at 20-19 through a three-point play by Cameron Corhen. The Penguins responded with a 6-0 run, but Pitt’s defense tightened to shift momentum permanently.
In the final minutes of the first half, Youngstown State struggled, shooting just 1-for-7 and committing three turnovers. Pitt capitalized with a decisive 14-3 surge, entering halftime ahead 34-28. Corhen’s three-pointer at 30-28 gave the team the lead for good, and Damarco Minor closed the half by scoring four straight points — two from free throws and a baseline jumper.
“The Pitt men’s basketball team used a 14-3 run to close out the first half and never trailed again.”
During the second half, the Panthers pushed their advantage into double digits. Although Youngstown State cut the deficit to 54-50 with a short run, Pitt maintained composure and finished strong to secure its fourth consecutive season-opening win.
Author’s Summary
Pitt dominated late in the first half and sustained control after halftime, defeating Youngstown State 74-59 for its fourth straight season-opening victory.
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