John Krysinsky

John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

Stories By John Krysinsky

Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 2 days ago

Hounds Reaction: Keeping pace with 2-0 win at Indy

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC remain on tails of the Eastern Conference leaders with their sixth win in the past seven matches...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 5 days ago

Remaining Ranked: Pitt men’s soccer land 7th in preseason United Soccer Coaches poll

Pitt men’s soccer team earned a ranking of No. 7 in the United Soccer Coaches Preseason Poll, as announced by the...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 1 week ago

Hounds part ways with Robby Dambrot

Riverhounds SC has agreed to release defender Robby Dambrot from his contract, the team announced on Tuesday. Later in the day, the...

By John Krysinsky
US Open Cup
/ 2 weeks ago

Former Hounds keeper Danny Vitiello shines as Sacramento Republic FC advance to Open Cup final

From various reports, including TheCup.US Led by former Riverhounds SC goalkeeper Danny Vitiello, the Sacramento Republic FC, have made a remakable...

By John Krysinsky
Sounding off on Soccer
/ 2 weeks ago

Sounding Off on Soccer: Talking USMNT/USWNT with The Sporting News’ Mike DeCourcy

In the latest edition of Sounding Off on Soccer podcast, PSN’s John Krysinsky sits down with veteran sports writer Mike DeCourcy...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 2 weeks ago

Riverhounds Reaction: Wiedt’s stoppage time wonder strike salvages road win at Hartford

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC stunned the Hartford Athletic late in the contest between the USL Championship’s Eastern Conference clubs going in...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 2 weeks ago

FINAL: Riverhounds SC 2, Hartford Athletic 1

Riverhounds SC 2, Hartford Athletic 1 Match Statistics: USL Championship Match Center Match Summary The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC battled the Hartford...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 2 weeks ago

Hounds Notebook (Matchday Edition): How do Mertz and Kizza fit into the equation?

It’s already been another eventful week for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, with the news that Upper St. Clair native Robbie Mertz...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 3 weeks ago

Coming Home: Robbie Mertz returning to the Riverhounds SC

We promised there would be some ‘good news’ to share today from the Riverhounds SC. Sure enough, the club has announced...

By John Krysinsky
NPSL
/ 3 weeks ago

Pittsburgh Hotspurs are back in NPSL playoffs; Face rival Cleveland SC once again

The Pittsburgh Hotspurs senior men’s team cemented themselves this season as a top-level club in the NPSL’s Rust Belt Division and...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 3 weeks ago

Pitt’s Randy Waldrum, Nigeria Clinch Women’s World Cup berth

(Editor’s Note: This story has been updated since it’s original posting) Pitt’s women’s soccer coach Randy Waldrum has led the Nigerian...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 3 weeks ago

Takeaways & Player Grades: Hounds break even in the ABQ

The Riverhounds SC and the New Mexico United, two teams who came into their match sitting in the same place (4th)...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 3 weeks ago

FINAL: Riverhounds SC 1, New Mexico United 1

Riverhounds SC 1, New Mexico United 1 Match Stats: USL Championship Match Center Match Summary The Riverhounds SC and the New...

By John Krysinsky
Hounds Notebook
/ 4 weeks ago

Hounds Notebook: Finding Neco Brett… in The Lab?

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are riding a three-game winning streak, but will face another stiff challenge on Saturday night, when they travel...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 4 weeks ago

Robert Morris alum Jeff Garner to take over as Riverhounds SC president

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC have a new president, as the club announced Thursday that Jeff Garner, a sports executive who most...

By John Krysinsky