History
1909: Panther adopted
Students and alumni selected the Panther as Pitt’s symbol in 1909.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh Traditions — official source
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1909: Forbes Field era
Pitt played home football at Forbes Field from 1909 through 1924.
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1937: Rose Bowl victory
Steve Petro played on the Pitt team that defeated Washington in the 1937 Rose Bowl.
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1999: Stadium groundbreaking
Pitt and the Steelers jointly marked the new stadium’s groundbreaking in June 1999.
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2001: New stadium opens
The Panthers began playing at the new Heinz Field in 2001.
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2010: Mascot recognition
ROC received Most Collegiate Mascot recognition at a 2010 NCA camp.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh Traditions — official source
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2022: Acrisure name
The stadium adopted the Acrisure name in 2022.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Pittsburgh Stadium History — official source
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