Pitt Opens Season with 74–59 Win over Youngstown State

The Pitt men's basketball team secured a 74-59 victory over Youngstown State Monday night at the Petersen Events Center, kicking off the 2025-26 season. This marked Pitt's fourth consecutive season-opening win, while Youngstown State started the season 0-1.

First Half Highlights

Youngstown State led early in the game, but Pitt seized their first lead at 20-19 following a Cameron Corhen three-point play. Although the Penguins responded with a 6-0 run, Pitt increased their defensive pressure and gained control.

Over the final 5:34 of the first half, Youngstown State shot just 1-of-7 and committed three turnovers. Taking advantage, Pitt put together a 14-3 run and went into halftime ahead 34-28.

Corhen hit a three-pointer to give the Panthers the lead at 30-28, and Damarco Minor closed the half with four points — two free throws and a contested baseline jumper.

Second Half Developments

Pitt expanded their lead to double-digits in the second half, but Youngstown State reduced the gap to 54-50 with a six-point run. Pitt responded as Nojus Indrusaitis made two free throws, and Minor added a jumper followed by a powerful dunk, pushing the Panthers back ahead by 10.

Summary

The Panthers' defensive intensity and timely scoring runs secured their commanding win to start the season strong.

Author’s summary: Pitt demonstrated strong defense and clutch plays to open the 2025-26 basketball season with a decisive 74-59 victory over Youngstown State.

pittsburghpanthers.com — 2025-11-05