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

Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 3 months ago

Hounds’ Ezra Armstrong sold to MLS expansion club St. Louis City FC

Riverhounds SC announced Tuesday that they’ve completed the sale of outside back/winger Ezra Armstrong to St. Louis City SC of Major League...

By John Krysinsky
Uncategorized
/ 3 months ago

Point Park hires Cameron Williams as new men’s head soccer coach

from Point Park University Athletics Department release On Wednesday, Point Park University Director of Athletics John Ashaolu announced the hiring of...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 3 months ago

Sounding Off on Soccer: Is it top of the table or bust for Riverhounds SC in 2022?

Another season awaits for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, as the club has kicked off preparations for the 2022 campaign this week,...

By John Krysinsky
Hounds Notebook
/ 4 months ago

Hounds Notebook: Preseason 2022 primer

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC 2022 preseason has arrived. An strong number of returning players will be coming back along with the...

By John Krysinsky
Highmark Stadium
/ 4 months ago

PSN 1-on-1: Riverhounds SC President Vic Gregovits

Last April, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC announced the hiring of veteran sports executive Vic Gregovits as its new team President, bringing home...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 4 months ago

Hounds preseason schedule set

The Riverhounds SC announced its preseason schedule on Wednesday, as the club will not stray too far as they prepare for...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 4 months ago

US Open Cup returns with largest field ever in 2022; Hounds to enter in second round

For more on U.S Open Cup, visit thecup.us / US Soccer For the second time in three years, the US Soccer...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 4 months ago

Hounds add veteran midfielder Angelo Kelly-Rosales

With the announcement of Todd Wharton’s retirement, the Riverhounds SC responded swiftly to fill a spot in the midfield for the...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 4 months ago

Riverhounds SC sign former Pitt standout Robby Dambrot

Riverhounds SC has signed defender Robby Dambrot to a one-year contract with a club option for 2023. The deal is pending USL and...

By John Krysinsky
WPIAL
/ 4 months ago

WPIAL announces 2022-2023 realignment for boys and girls soccer

Following the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association’s (PIAA) recently release of classification realignment by sport in early January — including for boys...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 4 months ago

Pitt men’s soccer to participate in Spring College Cup at Wake Forest

Pitt men’s soccer team will participate in the 2022 Spring College Cup at Spry Stadium in Winston-Salem, N.C., this April with...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 4 months ago

Building Roster Depth: Hounds sign target forward William Eyang and Trinidad and Tobago defender Jesse Williams

Riverhounds SC has signed two more players for the upcoming season, forward William Eyang and defender Jesse Williams. Both players are signed to one-year...

By John Krysinsky
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
/ 4 months ago

USL Championship, Riverhounds SC release complete 2022 schedule

Start marking your 2022 calendars and making your plans Pittsburgh soccer fans.The USL Championship and the Pittsburgh Riverhounds have released the...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 4 months ago

H-Town Bound: Pitt’s Arturo Ordonez selected by Houston Dynamo with 39th overall pick

A stalwart along the back line for much of the past three seasons and one of the program’s leaders, Pitt men’s...

By John Krysinsky
College Soccer
/ 4 months ago

Pitt’s Jasper Löeffelsend selected 81st overall in MLS SuperDraft by Real Salt Lake

One of the most dynamic players in recent program history for Pitt men’s soccer, Jasper Löeffelsend was selected by Real Salt...

By John Krysinsky