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For Penn State Basketball, a Potential Program-Changing Moment Looms

For Penn State Basketball, a Potential Program-Changing Moment Looms

Penn State basketball needs a jolt of good news. Perhaps some could arrive Tuesday, when one of the nation's top prospects announces his college commitment.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 16
Why Penn State Is Getting Very Early College Football Playoff Attention

Why Penn State Is Getting Very Early College Football Playoff Attention

After beginning the 2025 season atop many oddsmakers' list of playoff contenders, Penn State quietly has receded ahead of Matt Campbell's first season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / February 15
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / February 14
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 14
When Terry Smith Returned to Penn State, So Did His Cornerbacks

When Terry Smith Returned to Penn State, So Did His Cornerbacks

Most of Penn State’s defense is new, but Terry Smith largely kept his room together. Under head coach Matt Campbell, Smith is back as the program’s associate

What We Learned From Penn State Wrestling's Dominant Win Over Ohio State

What We Learned From Penn State Wrestling's Dominant Win Over Ohio State

Penn State concluded one of the most remarkable Big Ten wrestling seasons in its history Friday with its most dominant performance of the year. The top-ranked Nittany Lions overwhelmed second-ranked Ohio State 35-6 in front of a record crowd at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Penn State Wrestling vs. Ohio State | FULL RESULTS

Penn State Wrestling vs. Ohio State | FULL RESULTS

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Penn State Wrestling took care of business 36-5 against No. 2 Ohio State in a sold out Bryce Jordan Center. And going into this dual meet, many wrestling experts had this one circled with a Sharpie on the calendar.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 13
Penn State vs. Michigan Hockey: Preview, Odds

Penn State vs. Michigan Hockey: Preview, Odds

Sixth-ranked Penn State and No. 2 Michigan are set to battle it out in a season-defining Big Ten hockey series this weekend.  The Nittany Lions sit in

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 13
Penn State Wrestling vs. Ohio State: Preview, Odds

Penn State Wrestling vs. Ohio State: Preview, Odds

Penn State wrestling coach Cael Sanderson this week called Ohio State a "title contender," high praise from the coach of the four-time defending NCAA champion.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 12
How Penn State's Quarterbacks Room Will Shake Out This Spring

How Penn State's Quarterbacks Room Will Shake Out This Spring

STATE COLLEGE | When Jake Waters was transferring from Iowa Western Community College, he took a recruiting trip to Penn State. It was the weekend before

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / February 12
“The Razor’s Edge”: 3 Positions Where Penn State Football is One Injury Away from Disaster

“The Razor’s Edge”: 3 Positions Where Penn State Football is One Injury Away from Disaster

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Penn State Football head coach Matt Campbell retooled Penn State’s roster this offseason, putting together a group of former Iowa State Cyclones, returning Penn State players, and transfer portal players for his first roster with the Nittany Lions.

Penn State vs. Ohio State Wrestling Bout-by-Bout Preview

Penn State vs. Ohio State Wrestling Bout-by-Bout Preview

Could Ohio State put the top-ranked Penn State wrestling team on upset watch Friday night? The Nittany Lions have not lost in more than six years and bring an NCAA-record 84-match win streak to their Big Ten regular-season finale against the No.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / February 12
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / February 12
“Beyond the Hype”: 3 Signs Matt Campbell is Already Fixing Penn State’s Biggest Flaws

“Beyond the Hype”: 3 Signs Matt Campbell is Already Fixing Penn State’s Biggest Flaws

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ What does success look like as the Matt Campbell era of Penn State Football begins? It won’t be fair to expect a national championship in 2026, after the program failed to come close to expectations in James Franklin‘s final season in 2025.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / February 12
What Penn State Wrestling's Cael Sanderson Said Ahead of Ohio State Showdown

What Penn State Wrestling's Cael Sanderson Said Ahead of Ohio State Showdown

Penn State wrestling coach Cael Sanderson met with the media Wednesday, two days before the most anticipated dual of the college wrestling season. The top-ranked Nittany Lions host No.

Gavin Mckenna News / Breakaway on SI / February 11
Top Prospect Gavin McKenna to Resume Play for Penn State

Top Prospect Gavin McKenna to Resume Play for Penn State

Per college hockey insider Brad Schlossman of the Grand Forks Herald, Penn State's Gavin McKenna is expected to return to the ice for the Nittany Lions during their upcoming Feb.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 11
National analyst makes strong prediction for Penn State that Nittany Lions fans are loving

National analyst makes strong prediction for Penn State that Nittany Lions fans are loving

Rivals national recruiting analyst Greg Smith made a big-time prediction for the Penn State Nittany Lions this week. Smith "called his shot" on several top recruiting battles, and he has Penn State landing 2027 four-star athlete Cooper Ohnmacht.

Gavin Mckenna News / Daily Faceoff / February 10
Gavin McKenna not expected to miss NCAA games after felony assault charge dropped

Gavin McKenna not expected to miss NCAA games after felony assault charge dropped

The Penn State Nittany Lions will likely be getting their star player back as the NCAA Tournament draws closer. Sources have told Daily Faceoff‘s Steven Ellis that top 2026 NHL Draft prospect Gavin McKenna is expected to play for Penn State when they take on the University of Michigan this weekend.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / February 7
Penn State Wrestling vs. Michigan | FULL RESULTS

Penn State Wrestling vs. Michigan | FULL RESULTS

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Penn State Wrestling steamrolled No. 11 Michigan 38-3 Friday night for their final road dual of the 2025-2026 season. And this matchup between the Nittany Lions and the Wolverines was slated for the annual “Light Up Crisler” by the Michigan Athletic Department.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Daily Faceoff / February 6
Gavin McKenna no longer facing felony assault charges

Projected No. 1 NHL Draft pick Gavin McKenna no longer facing felony assault charges

Per police reports, McKenna allegedly punched another male twice in the face, leaving multiple jaw fractures that required surgery.

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