Penn State Sports
Local sports stories from State College, PA and Centre County.
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Former Penn State Football Player Seriously Injured, Fiancee Killed in Colorado Hit-and-Run
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A former Penn State football player was hospitalized with serious injuries and his fiancee was killed in a hit-and-run crash last week in Colorado. Kyle Vasey, a long snapper for the Nittany Lions from 2014 to 2018, has undergone multiple surgeries since the June 1 incident and his fiancee, Corinne More, died, CBS News reported.…
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Penn State Men’s Basketball Releases 2026-27 Jersey Numbers
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The new digits for Penn State hoops have been revealed. The Nittany Lions on Tuesday afternoon announced jersey numbers for the 2026-27 season, which features an almost-entirely revamped roster. Notably, Croation forward Roko Prkačin and French forward François Wibaut were the only players not included. Central Connecticut transfer guard Jay Rodgers will wear No. 1,…
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10 Penn State Track and Field Athletes to Compete for National Championships
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A group of 10 Penn State track and field athletes will take on the nation’s best this week when the Nittany Lions compete at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, from June 10-13, capping a season that has produced several standout performances and program bests. Headlining the group…
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Cornerback Semajay Robinson Flips Commitment From Penn State to Virginia
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Penn State football suffered its first decommitment of the current recruiting cycle on Tuesday morning. The Nittany Lions lost a pledge from three-star, class of 2027 cornerback Semajay Robinson, who flipped his commitment to Virginia. Robinson is ranked as the No. 42 Florida native, No. 51 cornerback and No. 501 overall recruit in the class,…
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3-Star Safety Caleb Cooper Commits to Penn State
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Penn State football picked up another win over its former head coach on the recruiting trail. The Nittany Lions on Monday landed a commitment from three-star, class of 2027 athlete Caleb Cooper, who projects as a safety at the college level. He chose Penn State over Virginia Tech and James Franklin, as well as Wisconsin,…
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Penn State Earns Commitment From Class of 2027 Specialist
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Penn State has secured its future long snapper. The Nittany Lions on Monday afternoon picked up a commitment from class of 2027 recruit Clayton Powell, who’s considered one of the top long snappers in the cycle despite being unranked by any major recruiting service. Special teams coordinator Justin Lustig recently made a visit to see…
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Which Penn State Draft Picks Could See Action as Rookies?
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Eight Penn State players heard their names called in the 2026 NFL, while a group of others signed as undrafted free agents and will battle for spots on 53-man rosters. Taking into account player talent and roster needs, there are four Nittany Lions with the best opportunities to step into starting roles as rookies. Vega…
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From Whitehorse to No. 1? Maple Leafs GM Meets With Gavin McKenna
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Gavin McKenna left his family and friends behind in Whitehorse, Yukon, some six years ago to pursue his NHL dream. Now, the NHL is traveling to one of Canada’s most remote regions to meet with McKenna — the 18-year-old forward projected to be the No. 1 pick in the draft later this month.…
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Ranking Penn State’s Toughest Big Ten Games in 2026
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While Penn State football’s 2026 slate likely won’t be as difficult as the previous year’s, which featured three top-five opponents, it’ll still provide some challenging battles. Following a relatively soft nonconference portion, the Nittany Lions delve into Big Ten play, featuring tough road trips and intriguing home games. Here’s a look at the most challenging…
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Penn State Legend Bobby Engram on NFF College Football Hall of Fame Ballot
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Another former Nittany Lion could soon be headed to the Hall. Former Penn State wide receiver Bobby Engram is among 80 FBS players and nine coaches who will be included on the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot, the National Football Foundation (NFF) announced on Monday. Engram suited up in the blue and white…
