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Film Review | Eli RIce brings size, toughness to Penn State
6-foot-8 guards are rare at the collegiate level. So, when they enter the transfer portal, their talents don’t last long, taking call after call from interested coaches. That story held true for Eli Rice, with Mike Rhoades aggressively recruiting the former Nebraska guard. Standing at a massive 6-foot-8 and 215 pounds, the Tennessee native offers positional versatility and defensive switchability at the guard position, serving as a matchup nightmare for opponents.
CAPS programming addresses stigma around men’s mental health, raises awareness
Penn State’s Counseling and Psychological Services does more than provide support for men’s mental health — they provide connections. John Mitchell, assessment coordinator for CAPS and co-therapist for the “Men, Talking” therapy group , said the group does a lot to help break the stigma surrounding men’s mental health.
Crosscutters Beat Spikes, 10-2; Improve to League Best 15-7
The Williamsport Crosscutters scored four runs in the 7th inning to beat the State College Spikes, 10-2 on Wednesday. McGwire Holbrook went 3-5 with 5 RBI’s and was one of four Crosscutters to have multiple hits tonight.
Big Valley 10s rally late to take D5 crown
The Big Valley 10U baseball team captured the District 5 championship Wednesday, toughening out a 3-2 victory over State College. It would be one for the ages for the crew from the Big Valley as they rallied back from a 2-0 deficit by rallying three runs late to bring home the title.
Pat Kraft: ‘No satisfaction’ for ‘relentless’ Penn State wrestling program
Cael Sanderson has led Penn State wrestling on such a sustained run of success that the winning can almost be taken for granted. Outside the walls of the Lorenzo Wrestling Complex, many already view the 2025 National Championship as the Nittany Lions‘ to lose. But there is no complacency inside Rec Hall for the three-time defending champions, says Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft.
Renderings Offer Look at Renovation Plans for Penn State’s Greenberg Sports Complex, East Area Locker Room
Penn State Athletics is moving ahead with a series of facilities projects, beyond the $700 million renovation of Beaver Stadium. The athletic department on Tuesday evening released design renderings for a new soccer operations center, an air-supported indoor practice structure and major renovations to the Greenberg Indoor Sports Complex and East Area Locker Room. All four projects, totaling $68 million, were approved by the university's Board of Trustees in May 2023. No tuition or state dollars are being used for the projects. Details on the soccer operations center and multi-sport practice bubble, both of which will be constructed near Jeffrey Field, can be...
Rivals Five-Star Event Impact: Big Ten & Oregon Standouts Shine, Challenges for Penn State & USC
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Rivals Five-Star event concluded, highlighting the impact on Big Ten programs. Michigan saw standout performances from linemen and a running back, while Ohio State stood out with a talented quarterback and offensive tackle. Oregon made recruiting strides, especially with commitments like tight end DaSaahn Brame. Penn State faces challenges in recruiting to compete with top programs, and USC experienced a setback with a decommitment but retains a promising quarterback.
The People Behind the Scenes Who Made Ironman Happy Valley a Success
This story originally appeared in The Centre County Gazette. STATE COLLEGE — Though the athletes who competed in this year’s Ironman 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley were the stars of the show, the spotlight shown on them would not have been possible without the hundreds of volunteers who gave their time and talents to make the event a success. “Bringing an event like the Ironman 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley triathlon to life would not be possible without the dedication and hard work of our volunteers,” said Eric Engelbarts, executive director of the Happy Valley Sports and Entertainment Alliance. “Their commitment is a crucial...
Penn State swimming and diving's Eduardo Cisternas qualifies for Olympics
Another Penn State swimmer heads to Paris this summer. Eduardo Cisternas qualified for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics in the men's 400 meter freestyle, representing Chile. Cisternas joins Emma Harvey, Jack Harvey and Gabe Castaño as former/current Nittany Lion swimmers at the Olympics. This year will mark the second...
Penn State baseball lands commitment from pitcher Braden Leed
An in-state arm is headed to Happy Valley. Pitcher Braden Leed announced his commitment to Penn State on Tuesday via X. Leed is a class of 2025 recruit, who is a 6-foot-3 southpaw that boasts a 92 mph fastball, according to Prep Baseball. He played his high school ball at Manheim Township and played for the South Charlotte Panthers for his travel team.
What are some of the rules, local ordinances for setting off fireworks on 4th of July?
As we get ready for the 4th of July, local officials say it’s important to remember the rules of setting off fireworks in our area. Officials from Johnstown, State College, and Altoona say the state has rules against setting off fireworks while under the influence of alcohol or any other drug.
Three undergraduates receive Kirchner Family Award for sustainability innovation
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State Eberly College of Science undergraduate students Fiona McConnell, Kylie Nitz, and Kellyn Roth have been honored with the inaugural Kirchner Family Award for Sustainability Innovation. The award is given to undergraduate students enrolled in the college who show a commitment to transforming Penn...
YMCA and Rep. Takac join forces for back-to-school drive
CENTRE COUNTY — State Rep. Paul Takac will partner with the YMCA of Centre County again to hold a back-to-school drive, the legislator announced in a statement on Wednesday, June 26. The drive aims to make access to school supplies easier for Centre County families. The back-to-school drive will...
National Analyst Hysterically Wrong About Penn State Football Fans
Penn State Football has one of the best fanbases in college football. Nittany Lions fans show the world every home Saturday in the fall when over 110,000 people are packed into Beaver Stadium for a big-time game against Ohio State or a small school like Akron. The stadium is always...
Bivens in the Big Leagues: It Just Gets Better
Wait a second, you may be thinking. Didn’t you write about Spencer Bivens in your last column? I did, but the story of the State College kid who arrived in the Major Leagues after years of wandering in the baseball wilderness keeps getting better. I’ll let San Francisco Giants play-by-play man Dave Fleming summarize Spencer’s day at the ballpark this past Sunday: “Spencer Bivens: all he’s been through, striking out the best hitter in the world.” “Best hitter in the world” would be Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani. Bivens, a State High grad and a Big Leaguer for less than a fortnight, retired Ohtani...
Penn State fraternity alumni accuse university of unfair practices, demand reform
This is a developing story and the Collegian will provide more updates as they come. Penn State fraternity alumni called for a reevaluation of the relationship between the university and fraternities last month, citing concerns about transparency and fairness following Timothy Piazza’s death in 2017. On June 19, Alumni...
Arboretum at Penn State wins award for pollinator and bird garden
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Arboretum at Penn State has won an international award for its sustainable landscape architecture for its Pollinator and Bird Garden. The A+ International Jury Award for Sustainability for Landscapes by Archizter was awarded to the garden, the university announced on Wednesday. Archizter is an online platform for architects and […]
Penn State women’s volleyball 2024 schedule breakdown
After making it to the Sweet 16 last season, Penn State looks to build off its previous success heading into the 2024 campaign. The Nittany Lions open their season on the road against a tough opponent in Tennessee on Aug. 30 before heading to Philadelphia the next day to battle Temple on Sept. 1.
What is on the Penn State to-do list in July? A big NIL event, Big Ten Media Days, and more
Penn State football enters July with much to accomplish before the 2024 season unofficially kicks off later this month. The post What is on the Penn State to-do list in July? A big NIL event, Big Ten Media Days, and more appeared first on On3.
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