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

Soccer
/ 9 years ago

BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Keystone Derby Part III, Gold Cup Final Mark Momentous Soccer Day in PAn

It’s a momentous Sunday for soccer in Pennsylvania. The Finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup tournament will be played this evening at...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 9 years ago

ANALYSIS: Are the Riverhounds Running Out Of Steam?

To say that Pittsburgh Riverhounds Head Coach Mark Steffens was perplexed by his team’s performance in their 2-1 loss to Louisville...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh
/ 10 years ago

Riverhounds Keeper Thompson, Reggae Boyz Stand Between U.S. and Gold Cup Final

U.S. vs Jamaica Semifinal – CONCACAF Gold Cup 6 p.m. EST (Fox Sports 1) Atlanta’s Georgia Dome Make no mistake. For...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

LOUISVILLE CITY CRASHES PITTSBURGH'S SOCCER PARTY

Game Box Score – Louisville City 2 Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1 The Pittsburgh Riverhounds lost their second consecutive game, 2-1, to Louisville...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Showdown Awaits With Red Hot Louisville City

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (7-6-4, 25 points) vs Louisville City FC (8-3-5, 29 points) 7 p.m. Highmark Stadium SECOND GLANCE AT “THE ‘VILLE”...

By John Krysinsky
MLS
/ 10 years ago

COLUMN: Lets Get Real Folks, MLS Is Not Coming Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Soccer Report’s John Krysinsky Tackles The Question: CAN PITTSBURGH SUPPORT AN MLS FRANCHISE? One of the topics that seems...

By John Krysinsky
USWNT
/ 10 years ago

COVER GIRLS: Klingenberg, U.S. Women's Soccer Team Seize The Spotlight

A Pittsburgh-area athlete graced the cover of Sports Illustrated today. It wasn’t a Steeler, a Penguin or a Pirate. It wasn’t...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

RIVERHOUNDS DEFENSE CRUMBLES IN 4-2 DEFEAT AT MONTREAL

BOX SCORE – F.C. Montreal 4 Pittsburgh Riverhounds 2 Courtesy USL/Pittsburgh Riverhounds Reports July 12, 2015 MONTREAL, CANADA – The...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Sunday Matinee In Montreal

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (7-5-4, 25 points) vs F.C. Montreal (1-11-1, 5 points) 4 p.m., Stade Saputo From USL/Pittsburgh Riverhounds/F.C. Montreal Reports ...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

Riverhounds Shutout Toronto FC II To Spoil Renovated Stadium Debut

Courtesy USL Reports/Pittsburgh Riverhounds VAUGHAN, Ontario (July 8, 2015) – The Pittsburgh Riverhounds notched a second successive shutout win Wednesday night...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS – Toronto FC II Open New Facility Tonight vs Pittsburgh

Toronto F.C. II (3-5-3, 12 points) vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds (6-5-4, 22 points) Ontario Soccer Centre, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Wednesday, July 8 at...

By John Krysinsky
USWNT
/ 10 years ago

ANALYSIS: US, Klingenberg Seek Redemption, Record Third World Cup Title

Women’s World Cup Final – USA vs Japan Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 7 p.m. EST TV: FOX Official Pittsburgh area “American...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 10 years ago

Vincent, subs boost Riverhounds past Red Bulls II

Photos Courtesy of Pittsburgh Riverhounds/Terry O’Neil PITTSBURGH RIVERHOUNDS 3 NY RED BULLS 0 – BOX SCORE The Pittsburgh Riverhounds defeated the...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

RIVERHOUNDS GAMEDAY – Early Fireworks Expected At Highmark

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (5-5-4, 19 points) vs NY Red Bulls II (6-5-4, 22 points) Highmark Stadium 7 p.m. Fizzy Drink At A...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 10 years ago

BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Roller Coaster Ride Hits Midseason Point

There’s a poignant scene in the 1989 Ron Howard film, Parenthood, when Steve Martin’s character is having a rough day dealing...

By John Krysinsky