Pittsburgh Football

Greg Blum and Neil Shaffer have a few weeks to go before they receive their college diplomas. But already they’re professionals. Specifically, they are now pro soccer players who signed this week with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds. “As someone who grew up in the Pittsburgh area, it’s exciting to be playing for the Riverhounds,” said Blum, a former Ambridge High School goalie who’ll soon graduate from Slippery Rock University. “I’ve been to Riverhounds games over the years, and to now be…

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The University of Pittsburgh men’s soccer team saw its first competitive action of the spring season with an exhibition contest versus the Pittsburgh Riverhounds on Sunday, March 20 at the Petersen Sports Complex. The Riverhounds, a local professional team competing in the USL PRO Division, posted a 1-0 win off a goal from Jeremy Deighton in the 77th minute. Pitt head coach Joe Luxbacher, beginning his 28th season at the helm of the Panthers this season, was pleased with his…

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Deer Lakes boys soccer team will host the Pittsburgh Riverhounds and Slippery Rock University men’s soccer teams at 7 p.m. today at Lancer Stadium, 163 East Union Road. The Deer Lakes boys will once again raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. Last year more than $3,500 was raised for the national charity that aids injured soldiers returning home from combat duty.