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Projected First Overall NHL Draft Pick Gavin McKenna Charged With Assault

Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna has landed himself in hot water. The 18-year-old, who is the consensus No. 1 pick in this year's NHL Draft, was arrested

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Matt Campbell, Penn State Lose Wide Receivers Coach to NFL Team

Penn State Nittany Lions' season this year began with a major shift. The release of James Franklin and the arrival of Matt Campbell. That change reset expectations in Happy Valley and focused attention on fixing issues at wide receiver.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 5

Penn State's Matt Campbell Already Looking for New Receivers Coach

On Wednesday, three Penn State football coaches spent their last night together living in an Airbnb before moving out to their own homes around State College.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / February 5

“Poached in a Month”: NFL Powerhouse Just Stole Matt Campbell’s ‘Rising Star’ Assistant

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Penn State head coach Matt Campbell met with the media on Wednesday on national signing day to discuss his plans for his first season in Happy Valley.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 5

Matt Campbell has taken a real hit to his Penn State coaching staff in an unexpected move before spring football

The Penn State Nittany Lions have a new problem on their hands with Matt Campbell’s coaching staff. When Campbell became the head coach at Penn State it was immediately apparent he was bringing a lot with him from Iowa State.

Gavin Mckenna News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 5

Police Detail Circumstances of Penn State Hockey Star Gavin McKenna's Arrest

Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna was arraigned Wednesday night on two counts of assault and released on $20,000 unsecured bail, according to State College Police.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / College Football Talk / February 5

College football’s February signing period is quiet for most schools. Penn State is an exception

Penn State now has an incoming freshman class of 15 recruits, and most of them originally signed with Iowa State before following Campbell to his new school.

Watch: Penn State at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 02/04/2026

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 4

How Matt Campbell Evaluated His First Penn State Football Roster

STATE COLLEGE | After two months during which he remade the Penn State football roster and staff, Matt Campbell returned to Beaver Stadium on Wednesday for his first press conference since December.

Projected No. 1 NHL Draft pick Gavin McKenna charged with felony aggravated assault

Projected 2026 first overall pick and Penn State University winger Gavin McKenna was arrested and charged with felony aggravated assault.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 4

Top 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Gavin McKenna Faces Assault Charges

Gavin McKenna, the 18-year-old Penn State men’s hockey forward and consensus top prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft, faces serious legal trouble after being charged in connection with an alleged altercation in downtown State College.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / February 4

Watch: Matt Campbell Poised to Excel with Penn State Resources

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 4

Penn State's Matt Campbell Calls Blue-White Game 'Critically Important'

STATE COLLEGE | Matt Campbell said Penn State will host a Blue-White Game in some form this spring, though he and Athletic Director Pat Kraft haven't confirmed details yet of what that will look like.

George Washington News / SwimSwam / February 4

Bittner, Villanueva & Markvardt Lead Penn State To Sweep of George Washington

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam January 31, 2026 University Park, Pa. SCY (25 yards) Results Courtesy: Penn State Athletics UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State Swimming and Diving teams defeated George Washington on Jan.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / SwimSwam / February 3

Penn State Men, Women Escape With Narrow Wins Over West Virginia

By Charlotte Wells on SwimSwam January 30, 2026 Peak Health Aquatic Center – Morgantown, WV SCY (25 yards) Results Final scores Women: Penn State – 157,

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 3

Penn State to Play Friday Night Game in New Big Ten Stadium This Season

Penn State agreed to a major adjustment to its 2026 football schedule, one that will see the program help open a new stadium. Penn State will be part of the first game at Northwestern's new Ryan Field, which is scheduled to open with their Oct.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 3

7 Players to Watch in Penn State's 2026 Recruiting Class

Matt Campbell inherited a 2026 Penn State football recruiting class with two signees. So in addition to rebuilding the roster from the transfer portal, Campbell moved quickly to boost the 2026 class' roster as well.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 2

How Penn State Football Hit the 2026 Big Ten Schedule 'Jackpot'

We knew Penn State's 2026 football schedule would be friendly even before the Big Ten release party in late January. The Nittany Lions would avoid all three conference playoff teams, including national champion Indiana, and head coach Matt Campbell wouldn't have to deal with Ohio State in his first season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / February 1

Watch: Minnesota vs. Penn State | Highlights | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 02/01/26

Penn State Nittany Lions News / EasySportz / January 31

Penn State Fans Pack Beaver Stadium for ‘Hockey Valley’ Game

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Beaver Stadium has seen just about everything over the years — whiteouts, walk-offs, championship dreams and the occasional snow globe game that lives forever on highlight reels.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Mike Farrell Sports / January 30

Matt Campbell Has to Win Immediately at Penn State

Usually when a head coaching change occurs, a grace period exists when the level of pressure is somewhat lessened. That differs from program to program but is generally the norm.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / January 30

Penn State Star Nicholas Singleton Suffers Devastating Injury At Senior Bowl

Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton's road to the NFL has just hit a speed bump. Singleton had a great career with the Nittany Lions, racking up 3,461 rushing yards, 987 receiving yards and 54 total touchdowns from 2022-2025.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / January 30

Penn State Football Recruiting Visitor List for January 31st

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Once again, Penn State Football is set to host several prospects on campus. Last week, the Nittany Lions hosted several blue chippers from Pennsylvania.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / College Football News / January 28

Penn State Football 2026 Schedule: Full Breakdown, Season Outlook

Hi, Matt Campbell, and welcome to Penn State. As your welcoming gift, enjoy the 2026 Penn State football schedule. It could be argued that no massive Power Four team - especially in the Big Ten - has a more favorable run, but Penn State didn't get the job done when it had its chances last year.