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

MLS
/ 1 month ago

Released from contract with Riverhounds SC, Alex DeJohn signs with Atlanta United

When the Riverhounds SC announced the signing of veteran defender Alex DeJohn in early February, it appeared they secured a pretty...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 1 month ago

Riverhounds SC sign goalkeeper Jake Leeker

From Riverhounds SC report Riverhounds SC has signed goalkeeper Jake Leeker to a one-year contract with a club option for 2022,...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 1 month ago

Hounds add Trinidad and Tobago international Mekeil Williams to fortify veteran back line

Riverhounds SC has added another veteran to its defensive group, signing Mekeil Williams to a one-year contract with a club option...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

Building Confidence: Colonials beat Purdue Fort Wayne, 1-0, for first Horizon League win

From Robert Morris University athletic department report Robert Morris’ men’s soccer team earned its first ever win as members of the...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

A team intact: Battle-tested roster gives Duquesne women high hopes this spring

When Duquesne women’s head coach Al Alvine was asked what it’s been like since his team got back together for training...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

FINAL: North Carolina 3, Pitt 0

ACC Men’s Soccer FINAL: North Carolina 3, Pitt 0 GAME STATS Summary North Carolina scored early and led virtually from start...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

Following wild first half, Robert Morris surge past Purdue Fort-Wayne, 4-2, for first Horizon League win

Robert Morris’ women’s soccer team earned its first conference win of the season against the Purdue Fort-Wayne Mastodons Wednesday afternoon at...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

Pitt’s Bryce Washington earns multiple Team of the Week accolades

Pitt senior defender Bryce Washington was named to the TopDrawerSoccer Team of the Week and College Soccer News Men’s Team of...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 2 months ago

USL Championship alignment announced; Hounds in 8-team Atlantic Division

USL Championship today announced its league alignment for the 2021 regular season. As anticipated by Pittsburgh Soccer Now, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

City Game Takeaways: Panthers shake off the rust and those pesky Dukes

The Pitt men’s soccer team came away from its first match of the spring completing its most important objective, beating Duquesne,...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

FINAL: Pitt 1, Duquesne 0

NCAA Men’s Soccer FINAL: Pitt 1, Duquesne 0 Ambrose Urbanic Field GAME STATS Match Recap In the opening match of the...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

A ‘Perfect Start’ fuels WVU to 3-0 season-opening win vs Charlotte in Stratford’s debut

From WVU Athletics report The last time Dan Stratford walked off a soccer field as a winning coach was at Highmark...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

Starting Over Slightly: Brooks, Duquesne men’s soccer thrilled to get Spring season going

Duquesne men’s soccer program enters the Spring season with plenty of reason for optimism and excitement even as it feels like...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

In return to league action, Colonials lose 3-1 to UIC

Robert Morris women’s soccer team got back into Horizon League play, but fell short, 3-1, on the road against the University...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 2 months ago

Saturday’s ‘City Game’ men’s soccer clash between Pitt and Duquesne moved up to 4 p.m.

The renewal of the ‘City Game’ between Pitt and Duquesne men’s soccer teams scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 27 will now be...

By John Krysinsky