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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Handful of Hounds To Serve One-Game Suspensions

The United Soccer League (USL) released it’s weekly discipline report today — and while it wasn’t surprising news – it was...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 10 years ago

Rochester top Hounds, 1-0, in downpour to remain unbeaten

ROCHESTER, NY – In a game played in a constant, torrential downpour, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds fell to the Rochester Rhinos, 1-0,...

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BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Week 14 Preview – Looking To Knock Off #USL's Top Team

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (5-4-4, 19 points) at Rochester Rhinos (8-0-5, 29 points) Sahlen’s Stadium, Rochester, NY Saturday, June 27, at 7 p.m....

By John Krysinsky
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PITTSBURGH's STEEL ARMY TO INVADE ROCHESTER

They are loud. They are proud. And are becoming a Pittsburgh sports staple. And one thing about Pittsburgh sports fans. They...

By John Krysinsky
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WHAT WE LEARNED: WEEK 13 RIVERHOUNDS RECAP – Kerr's The Man On Spot, Shut Out Finally Comes and Corners Fizzle

Here are three things we learned following the Pittsburgh Riverhounds mostly dominating, yet narrow 1-0 defeat of FC Montreal on Saturday...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 10 years ago

Kerr’s late strike preserves Hounds first league shutout win of season

GAME BOX SCORE – RIVERHOUNDS 1 FC MONTREAL 0 Pittsburgh Riverhounds edged FC Montreal 1-0 on Saturday night to post their...

By John Krysinsky
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BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS: Game Day Preview – Pittsburgh Looking To Stay On Course For Playoffs

Pittsburgh Riverhounds (4-4-4) vs. F.C. Montreal (1-8-2) Highmark Stadium Saturday, June 20 at 7 p.m. EDT ABOUT F.C. MONTREAL First Year...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 10 years ago

What we learned: Riverhounds’ US Open Cup run ends in extra time vs DC United

Soccer took front stage in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night — as the Riverhounds hosted the D.C. United of Major League Soccer...

By John Krysinsky
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RIVERHOUNDS GIVE DC UNITED A FIGHT, FALL 3-1 IN EXTRA TIME

PITTSBURGH, PA – The Pittsburgh Riverhounds gave the D.C United everything they could handle, but fell to one of the top...

By John Krysinsky
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/ 10 years ago

BREAKING DOWN THE HOUNDS – D.C. United vs Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup – 4th Round – Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs D.C. United Highmark Stadium, 7 p.m. kickoff – streamed live on Riverhounds.com...

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...

By John Krysinsky
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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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/ 10 years ago

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...

By John Krysinsky