Narduzzi nears Pitt-record 144th game coached

Pat Narduzzi is set to coach his 144th game at Pittsburgh, surpassing Hall of Famer Jock Sutherland for the most games coached in the program’s history. Hired in 2014 after Pitt cycled through five coaches in six years, Narduzzi has brought stability and made the Panthers consistent contenders, highlighted by the 2021 ACC championship and a 10-win season. Although he has not regularly reached that win total, Narduzzi credits continuity within the coaching staff and athletic department for helping make Pitt a destination rather than a stepping-stone job. The 60-year-old coach has largely downplayed the personal milestone, emphasizing his focus on the next game and the future of the program.