Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

All in With Allison – AB: Astronomically Bad

Written By Allison Schubert, Sports Columnist September 11, 2019

Antonio Brown. As a yinzer myself, at a school that is in the heart of Yinzerville, I once adored him. You cannot argue that the man is an insane wide receiver. He has a workout routine more intense...

Senior captain Chloe Bowser goes up against a mid elder from Sie-
na Heights in the home opening match on Saturday.

Women’s soccer surrenders 2-0 lead at Highmark Stadium

Written By Austin Alkire, Co-Sports Editor September 11, 2019

As the second week of the season concluded, the women’s soccer team found itself still looking for its first win of the season, losing to both Lawrence Tech and Siena Heights.  The Pioneers’ week...

Cross country races in first meet of year

Written By Ben Reinke, For The Globe September 11, 2019

Last Saturday, the men’s and women’s cross country teams traveled to compete in the Bethany Invitational in West Virginia. Both teams put up a top-ten performance, placing 8th and 4th, respectively.  On...

Senior Wessel Rietveld chases the ball in a game against WVU Tech last season at Highmark Stadium. Rietveld, who was out most of the season last year due to an injury, scored two goals in his  rst game back with the team.

Men tally seven against PSU-GA

Written By Rachael McKriger, Staff Writer September 11, 2019

Wessel Rietveld missed last season due to injury. However, last Wednesday, Rietveld made his first start since his injury. The senior made the most of it, netting two goals in a 7-0...

Now-senior Wessel Rietveld advances the ball down the field with now-junior forward Mitchell Roell close behind.

Men open season with split results

Written By Rachael McKriger, Staff Writer September 4, 2019

The long days of preseason are gone. Now, for the Point Park men’s soccer team, it’s all about finding results and earning wins. Opening up regular-season play this weekend, the Pioneers produced...

Ashley Castelli, now a sophomore, prepares to pass a ball in the breast cancer awareness match last season in the Student Center.

Volleyball adds to trophy case

Written By Dara Collins, Editor-in-Chief September 4, 2019

The Pioneers bumped their record up to 7-1 after the Emileigh Cooper Memorial Classic last weekend. This is the third season the Pioneers have made an appearance at the tournament hosted by University...

Graduates Erica Gumz and Destiny Tucker block a ball last year.

All in With Allison – Stampeding Competition

Written By Allison Schubert, Co-Sports Editor September 4, 2019

The volleyball team is already off to one of the best starts they have ever had, and we are only eight matches into the season. I will admit, I was questioning the team this year with big names like...

Nikki Polens, now a senior, attacks the ball in a game versus Lourdes University last season.

Women’s soccer struggles to record win in first games

Written By Austin Alkire, Co-Sports Editor September 4, 2019

The women’s soccer team began their season losing their first two games on the road against Spring Arbor University and Lourdes University, respectively. The Pioneers were shutout by both opposing...

Sophomore cross country standout Alyssa Campbell runs in a race last season when she was just a freshman. Campbell finished last year as one of the Top 20 freshmen runners in the NAIA.

Sophomore spreads positive energy on track

Written By Ben Reinke, For The Globe September 4, 2019

Though she is best known for her ability to run, sophomore track and field athlete Alyssa Campbell’s abilities off the course are just as impressive. Balancing cross country with schoolwork as well...

Casey McGaw (back) is currently the Social Media Coordinator for the Indianapolis Indians. Above, McGaw takes a picture of player James Marvel as he takes the field prior to a game.

Pittsburgh Center alum find success at Winter Meetings

Written By Emma Christley, For The Globe August 29, 2019

Every year, Student Advisory Board members of The Pittsburgh Center for Sports Media and Marketing look forward to the chance to attend the Baseball Winter Meetings, an annual convention of Major and...

Sophomore Christopher Ciucanu (left) celebrates a goal last season.

Men’s soccer looks to build off last year’s run

Written By Rachael McKriger, Staff Writer August 28, 2019

Long days out in the sweltering heat can break people down. However, for the members of the Point Park men’s soccer team, it’s just business as usual and another day of training. The team is looking...

Volleyball fills holes with talent in recruiting class

Written By Dara Collins, Editor-in-Chief August 28, 2019

There are six spots to fill on a volleyball court, and Point Park graduated six athletes last semester that claimed one of those spots for much of last season. Power hitters Jordan Dixon, Erica Gumz,...

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