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

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ANALYSIS: HOUNDS SHOULD "GO FOR IT" IN UPSET BID VS DC UNITED

The Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup provides the opportunity for smaller, second, third or even sometimes fourth division soccer teams to...

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WHAT WE LEARNED: Week 12 Riverhounds Recap – Game Turns On One Play; Road Woes; and GK Revolving Door

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds 2-1 loss on Saturday to the Charlotte Independence on Saturday in Rock Hill, S.C., spoiled the homecoming for...

By John Krysinsky
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RIVERHOUNDS UNBEATEN STRING ENDS AS GAME TURNS ON EARLS RED CARD

Courtesy USL/Pittsburgh Riverhounds Reports BOX SCORE – Charlotte Independence 2 Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1 ROCK HILL, S.C. (June 13, 2015) – Pittsburgh...

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Klingenberg's Save Helps Keep U.S. On Top of Group In Women's World Cup.

Move over Frank Pietrangelo – former Pittsburgh Penguins back-up goalie, who made “The Save” that’s most remembered in Pittsburgh sports lore...

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BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS – WEEK 12 – Steffens Brings Riverhounds To Queen City Homecoming

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (4-3-4, 16 points) at Charlotte Independence (2-4-3, 9 points) Eagle Field at Winthrop University, Rock Hill, S.C. Saturday, June...

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VIEW FROM THE 'BURGH: WOMEN'S WORLD CUP PREVIEW: U.S. Looks To End Sixteen Year Drought

2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup – Group D – United States vs Australia Winnipeg, Winnipeg Stadium – 7:30 p.m. (Broadcast TV:...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
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St. Louis stymie Hounds attack in 1-1 draw.

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds battled Saint Louis F.C. to a 1-1 draw for the second time this season this afternoon at Highmark...

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Pittsburgh Riverhounds
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Preview – St. Louis Look To Spoil Pittsburgh’s Run

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (4-3-3, 15 points) vs. Saint Louis FC (3-3-3, 12 points) Saturday, June 6, 2015 1 p.m. ET, Highmark Stadium...

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From Pittsburgh to Berlin to New Zealand to Amsterdam – A Local Soccer Guide To Busy Weekend

My goodness, if you like soccer, there will be a bonanza of games from all angles and parts of the world...

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The Anatomy of A Miracle Win

After the Pittsburgh Riverhounds completed a stunning 6-5 come-from-behind win for the ages that saw them score three goals to overcome...

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Pittsburgh Riverhounds
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MIRACLE ON THE MON — RIVERHOUNDS COMPLETE COMEBACK FOR THE AGES

I’m calling it the “Miracle on the Mon”. As far as dramatic, come-from-behind soccer wins, this was about as thrilling as...

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Highmark Stadium
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Game Day Preview: Keystone Derby Part Deux

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (3-3-3, 12 points) vs Harrisburg City Islanders (4-2-1, 13 points) 7 p.m. kickoff Highmark Stadium Last Meeting: In their...

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Tickets on Sale Wednesday For Riverhounds-DC United Clash At Highmark Stadium

The Riverhounds announced today the ticket Info For D.C. United Cup Game Tickets for the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup fourth...

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WHAT WE LEARNED – US OPEN EDITION: Vincent's Magical Season Continues, Defense Rock Solid; USL Dominates NASL

A few days after the Open Cup match between the Pittsburgh Riverhounds and Tampa Bay Rowdies — and I wanted...

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Pittsburgh Riverhounds
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Riverhounds advance in U.S. Open Cup; Will face D.C. United in fourth round

Rob Vincent‘s stoppage time goal propelled the Pittsburgh Riverhounds to a 1-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rowdies in the third...

By John Krysinsky