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Major outlet ranks Penn State football QB Drew Allar as top 2 QB in the Big Ten
Entering his junior season, Penn State football quarterback Drew Allar has a lot to prove in 2024. After failing to elevate his performance in games against Ohio State, Michigan, and Ole Miss last season, Allar has faced tough criticism from all over the college football world, even from the Nittany Lion faithful. But, with a new creative play caller and the numbers he put up in 2023, this 247Sports analyst believes Allar is a top 2 QB in the Big Ten.
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting To Know Juniata Valley’s OL/DL Sam Parks
Tagged under: District 6, News, pfn, Player Previews. 23 Total Tackles, 1 Sack (2023 Season) Other Sports: Basketball & Baseball (Williamsburg) Head Coach Bill Musser said, “Sam has been a man stay on the offensive and defensive lines since 10th grade. He has really embraced the leadership role and is looking to develop his skill set to play at the next level.”
Penn State alumni aim for regional title against Pitt alumni as Happy Valley Hoopers in The Tournament
How much longer can Happy Valley Hoopers make its stay in The Basketball Tournament last? The group of Penn State alumni has already pulled off a pair of notable victories, including an upset of the top-seeded team in its region. On Wednesday night, the No. 5-seed Hoopers are aiming to...
Sportsbeat Top 10: State College wide receiver Ty Salazer
STATE COLLEGE (WTAJ) — State College football has some impressive players coming off impressive seasons. In fact, with Mike Gaul on this “SportsBeat Top 10” list, the Little Lions are the only school with two players on our list of top-10 rising seniors. But despite the talent, the team went just 7-4 last season. It […]
Men’s basketball roster ‘putting down a foundation’ this summer I Men’s basketball notebook
Mike Rhoades often delivers that message to his team, and it’s how he opened his pre-practice huddle on Thursday following Penn State’s second media availability of the summer. Before getting on the court, the head coach and his players touched on the work they’ve been putting in behind closed doors recently.
Former Penn State men's basketball guard Andrew Funk waived by Chicago Bulls
A Nittany Lion in the NBA will be searching for a new team. Former Penn State guard Andrew Funk was waived by the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Following his departure from Happy Valley, Funk signed an Exhibit 10 deal with Denver Nuggets, and spent most of his time in the organization for the G League affiliate the Grand Rapids Gold. He then signed a deal with the Bulls, appearing in five games and failing to record a basket.
Ward, Rice acclimating nicely during Penn State’s summer workouts
The current landscape of college basketball is transfer-dependent. While roster overhauls used to be unprecedented, they’re now the norm, as Penn State experienced this offseason. Now, the increased emphasis on transfers doesn’t mean traditional high school recruiting is neglected. Coach Mike Rhoades still secured four recruits the old-fashioned way...
Penn State, USA volleyball star Haleigh Washington eager to defend gold medal at Paris Olympics
The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony is sure to be a spectacle. For the first time ever, the ceremony won’t be held in a stadium. It will take place on the Seine, with each national delegation having its own boat navigating the river that runs through the French capital.
Four-star Mason Blackwood sets Penn State official, recaps Rutgers visit and updates recruitment
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. — Class of 2025 four-star small forward Mason Blackwood will visit Penn State starting Sept. 7, he told ZAGSBLOG. The 6-foot-6, 210-pound wing from New Hampton School (NH) and the City Rocks Nike EYBL AAU program has already taken Rutgers in June. Most recently, Blackwood helped...
Tom Allen didn't 'need to take a job,' but Penn State defensive coordinator was right fit.
INDIANAPOLIS — Former Indiana football coach Tom Allen went through a unique interview process to land Penn State’s vacant defensive coordinator position. Allen spent two weeks in Happy Valley with PSU’s coaching staff as part of an extended get-to-know-you phase that allowed both parties to see if it was the right fit. “Tom was...
Penn State Football Positional Previews: Coverage Units
Penn State's defensive units were elite in 2023, offering up a little bit of everything at all three levels. While no defense is without its weaknesses, few managed to slow down opponents as well, and as often, as the Nittany Lions did. This could be said for Penn State's coverage units as well. Although not quite as good as advertised, the Nittany Lions still managed to showcase talent, speed and ball skills all year long. They'll hope to do the same in 2024 with plenty of new faces stepping up into larger roles. Last Year: Penn State went into 2023 with...
Changing healthcare in Central Pa: Medical practices on a mission
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — In the past few months, healthcare in Blair County has been changing, with places like Gloria Gates Care using a different approach for patients. Family Care Associates, a new medical practice in Duncansville, is aiming to do the same thing. “Our goal is ultimately to have the healthiest individual possible,” […]
Handyman Dwight Rittenhouse can help you keep cool with the Mitsubishi Heat Pump
MOUNT UNION, Pa. (WTAJ) — Handyman Dwight Rittenhouse of Mount Union Lumber and Supply is back to explain more about the energy savings customers can find with the Mitsubishi Hyper Heat Pump. Dwight is always advocating for the heat pumps and what it can do to save you money.
Four-star DE Max Granville reclassifies to 2024, enrolls at Penn State
In the midst of the summer busy season of recruiting and visits once again under way, we have a bit of a different kind of news with a four-star prospect in Texas. Sugar Land (Texas) Fort Bend Christian four-star defensive end Max Granville, who committed to Penn State in June, has reclassified to the 2024 class. With that move, he has enrolled at Penn State and will be in Happy Valley for the fall season.
SJCA announces new athletic director
BOALSBURG — Saint Joseph’s Catholic Academy announced in a statement on Thursday, July 18, that Bryce King will step into the role of athletic director for the school. King, who has over 20 years of experience coaching youth basketball and sports business, will step into the position for the upcoming academic year.
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