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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TAKEAWAYS: Riverhounds Go Down To OCB 2-1, As Kerr Sent Off Late In 1st Half

Orlando City B 2 Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1 – Box Score PGHvORL Game Summary It was a tough night all around for...

By John Krysinsky
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BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Looking For Elusive First Win of Season

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (0-1-1, 1 points) vs Orlando City B (0-3-1, 1 points) RIVERHOUNDS GAMEDAY PREVIEW LINK Friday, April 22 – 7 p.m. Highmark Stadium...

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USL Notes: Pgh-OCB 1st of 20 Games on ESPN3; Crew's Barson In Pgh; Cincy Breaks Attendance Mark

This Friday’s clash between the Pittsburgh Riverhounds-Orlando City B will be the USL’s first-ever match on ESPN’s live multi-screen sports network. ...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh
/ 9 years ago

As Klingenberg, Thorns Start Pro Season, What Does Future Hold For Women's Pro Soccer in Pittsburgh?

Welcome to 2016. #BAONPDX #PORvORL pic.twitter.com/F3IXZSHL1V — Portland Thorns FC (@ThornsFC) April 18, 2016 While much attention for Women’s soccer has...

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Hounds-TFCII Game Summary & Takeaways

Pittsburgh Riverhounds 2 Toronto FC II 2 USL Game Report GAME SUMMARY In only its second game of the year, Pittsburgh Riverhounds...

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/ 9 years ago

BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Without Top Returning Scorers, Hounds Take On Young Unbeaten TFCII

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (0-1-0, 0 points) at Toronto FC II (1-0-1, 4 points) RIVERHOUNDS GAMEDAY PREVIEW LINK Sunday, April 17 – 4 p.m. Ontario...

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/ 9 years ago

Hounds Name McGaig PDL/U-23s Coach

For the third time in the three years the Pittsburgh Riverhounds U-23 team will have a new coach. James McCaig will...

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/ 9 years ago

Canon-Mac, Hounds Academy's O'Donoghue Selected for US U-17 WNT Roster

Another Pittsburgh-area soccer player has ascended into the national spotlight. Defender Aideen O’Donoghue, a junior at Canon McMillan and a Rutgers recruit and...

By John Krysinsky
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USL Notes: Hounds Conference Foes Set Fast Pace / Kerr Not Making Toronto Trip

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are probably hoping that the old adage, “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish,” rings true...

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Hounds Postpone Game, FC Cincy Draws 14K in Opener

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds postponed Saturday’s match against Keystone Derby rivals, Harrisburg City Islanders. On some levels, it was probably a relief to...

By John Krysinsky
Highmark Stadium
/ 9 years ago

First Riverhounds-City Islanders Keystone Derby Clash Postponed

Apparently there will be no repeat of the first Keystone Derby match from a year-ago, which was played in Arctic conditions....

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/ 9 years ago

Coaches Adjust To US Soccer, PA West's Youth Soccer Heading Ban

In November, the United States Soccer Federation announced in an unprecedented move, that it would begin a player safety campaign with...

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/ 9 years ago

US Open Cup "May Madness" Field is Set: Riverhounds Host 1st Rd Winner May 18

While March Madness may be over — the next tournament that features little teams with a chance to make a big...

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/ 9 years ago

THREE TAKEAWAYS: Hounds Drop Opener To Defending Champs Rochester

Game Summary Box Score – ROCHESTER 1 PITTSBURGH 0 A new season, same result for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds against a familiar opponent....

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BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Defending Champs Provide Stingy First Test

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (0-0-0) vs Rochester Rhinos (0-0-0) Highmark Stadium – Saturday, April 2 – 7 p.m. Live Feed – www.Riverhounds.com Follow all...

By John Krysinsky