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Bo Bassett Decommits From Iowa. Is Penn State Wrestling in the Picture?

Bo Bassett, the top high school wrestling prospect of the 2026 recruiting cycle, reopened his recruiting process Sunday night, when he announced his decision to decommit from Iowa.

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How Adam Breneman Wants to Change College Football, at Penn State and Beyond

Adam Breneman views Penn State football now through a uniquely personal lens. Though the foundation remains recognizable (Breneman played for Bill O'Brien and was recruited by Joe Paterno), Penn State's program is far different than the one he knew in the 2010s.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 22

Penn State Wrestling: Jayden James Wins 2 Golds at U17 Pan American Championships

Penn State wrestling's future stars are scoring big on the national and international stage this year. The most recent winner is Jayden James, who won two gold medals at the U17 Pan American Championships.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 22

Penn State Wrestler Braeden Davis to Enter Pre-Trial Program

There has been some legal news recently regarding one current and one former Penn State athlete. All-American wrestler Braeden Davis was placed into an ARD program after being charged with resisting arrest during a fraternity incident in March.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 21

Penn State Football: Inside The Impacts of Missing Out on Joey O’Brien

This Friday, June 20th, Penn State Football’s biggest recruiting target announced his commitment. High four-star Safety, Joey O’Brien of LaSalle College High School, was in LaSalle’s gym when he announced where he would be committing to.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 20

FloWrestling Ranks Penn State's Mitchell Mesenbrink No. 1 in America

Penn State's Mitchell Mesenbrink was among the nation's most dominant college wrestlers last season, winning the 165-pound NCAA championship by going undefeated and leading the nation in technical falls.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 20

Penn State Wrestling: Most Dominant Seasons by a Penn State Wrestler – Andy Matter 1972

Andy Matter wasn’t just a dominating wrestler, he was a force of nature. Prior to him setting foot in Happy Valley, the Penn State Wrestling program had crowned a total of six individual NCAA champions in program history.

Adam Breneman News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 20

Adam Breneman on Penn State's 2025 Season: 'They Are Built for This Moment'

Add Adam Breneman to the chorus of college football analysts who believe Penn State is a national-championship contender this season. The former Penn State tight end, now a rising voice in college football media, said Penn State "has everything it takes" to win the College Footall Playoff title.

James Franklin News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 19

Penn State Is Building Toward 'Something Special,' James Franklin Says

James Franklin has not been shy about his fierce desire to win Penn State football's first national championship since the 1986 season. Franklin also won't predict one.

James Franklin News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 19

Penn State's James Franklin Was 'Surprised' With Two Key Offseason Decisions

Penn State coach James Franklin spent part of his team's College Football Playoff run negotiating deals for next season. It wasn't his preferred plan, and something he wanted to discuss with college football during the offseason.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 19

Penn State's PJ Duke Wins Another USA Wrestling Award

PJ Duke hasn't taken the mat for the Penn State wrestling team but will bring some serious credentials to the room this fall. Duke, who will be a freshman for the Nittany Lions in 2025, won his second USA Wrestling Athlete of the Week award after claiming a spot on the U.S.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 19

Penn State Football Recruiting: Newly Offered 2026 Prospect Talks Penn State Offer

This week, Penn State Football offered Wide Receiver, Zorian Gray-Vest. The DMV native was kind enough to sit down with NittanyCentral and discuss the offer.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 18

Penn State Women's Basketball Names New General Manager

Penn State has hired another program-specific general manager. Less than a month after Penn State men's basketball hired a GM, the women's basketball team followed suit.

Tyler Warren News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 17

Penn State's Tyler Warren Wins Big Ten Medal of Honor

Former Penn State athletes Tyler Warren and Maddie Gordon earned the Big Ten Conference's highest academic and athletic award. Warren and Gordon represented Penn State in receiving the Big Ten Medal of Honor, which the conference awards to graduating athletes from each member school.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 17

Penn State Recruiting Notes: Top Prospect Joey O'Brien Set to Announce Decision

Penn State looks for a big close to the June recruiting period, hosting its annual Lasch Bash and anticipating a commitment date from an important Pennsylvania target.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 17

Penn State Baseball Sends 3 to MLB Draft Combine

Penn State baseball will send three players, including All-Big Ten outfielder Paxton Kling, to this week's Major League Baseball Draft Combine. The MLB Draft Combine runs from June 17-21 at Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, for the third consecutive year.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 16

Penn State Wrestling Sets Big Ten Opponents for 2025-26 Season

Penn State wrestling will host Ohio State and Nebraska and visit Iowa's Carver-Hawkeye Arena during the 2025-26 Big Ten season, in which the Nittany Lions could set a national win-streak record.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 16

Penn State Receives Commitment From 4-Star North Carolina Linebacker

After a quiet week on the commitment front, Penn State football added to its 2026 recruiting class Monday. Elijah Littlejohn, a 4-star linebacker from North Carolina, became the 20th player to join the class.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 16

College Football Analyst Heaps High Praise On Penn State

While Penn State Nittany Lions football fans eagerly await the start of this season, they're probably looking for all the news they can find. Those needy fans also go and check out the college preview magazines as much as possible.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 16

Penn State Wrestling’s Recruiting Pipeline: States That Matter Most

Recruiting is the lifeblood for all collegiate sports, and it’s no different for the dynasty that Penn State Wrestling has assembled in Happy Valley over the past 15 years.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Daily Faceoff / June 15

2025 NHL Draft prospect Jackson Smith commits to Penn State

One of the top prospects on the blue line is continuing his education while developing on the ice. On Sunday, 2025 NHL Draft prospect defenseman Jackson Smith officially announced that he has committed to play for the Penn State Nittany Lions next season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Mike Farrell Sports / June 12

Penn State's White Out Returns to Primetime Thanks to Oregon

By Micheal Germanese Penn State finally has the opportunity to use the greatest spectacle in college football to its advantage. The White Out is set for 7:30 p.m.

Gavin Mckenna News / Breakaway on SI / June 8

Penn State Named Leader to Land Top NHL Prospect

17-year-old Gavin McKenna is already expected to be the No. 1 pick at the 2026 NHL Draft, with an entire 2025-26 season still to be played. While everyone patiently waits for McKenna’s arrival to the NHL, there has been some rumors regarding where he will play during the 2025-26 season.

James Franklin News / Yardbarker / May 22