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The 23rd Annual Lift for Life event combined light‑hearted competitions with a powerful mission, raising over $40,000 for rare‑disease research and highlighting Penn State’s evolving identity on and off the field.
At the 23rd annual Lift for Life event, Penn State football athletes and coaches surpassed $40,000 in donations for Uplifting Athletes, a nonprofit founded by a former Nittany Lion. The fundraiser, now a staple of the program, reflects a broader culture of brotherhood and community service.
Penn State’s football program has swapped its long‑standing Nike partnership for an Adidas deal, debuting uniforms that retain the classic look but add a breathable mesh collar and a central seam. The move follows a decade‑long contract and coincides with the arrival of new head coach Matt Campbell, who inherits a program seeking renewed glory.
After 33 years with Nike, Penn State will launch a 10‑year, up‑to‑$300 million agreement with adidas, promising cash, equipment, and new opportunities for its athletes.
With 67 days until kickoff, Penn State is reshaping its football program under new head coach Matt Campbell, adding over 50 players and spotlighting alumni like Kareem McKenzie, whose career spans college stardom, NFL championships, and a Ph.D. in counseling.
From inheriting a program in flux to guiding Michigan to a 1997 national championship and a near‑miss in 1999, Lloyd Carr’s tenure reshaped the Wolverines’ legacy, a story recently highlighted by The Athletic’s top‑10 ranking.
An inspirational look at Floyd Wedderburn's journey from Kingston to the NFL, set against Penn State's promising new era under head coach Matt Campbell.
With the schedule set to open at home against Marshall, Penn State reflects on a 1969 season that produced a second straight unbeaten campaign and a No. 2 national finish, a legacy that still shapes the team's identity.
A recent ranking highlights the coaches whose achievements defined the 1990s, from championship builders to program transformers, and whose legacies still echo in today’s game.
The Gamecocks will kick off the 2026 season on September 5 against Kent State, a game that revives memories of George Schechterly, the 77‑year‑old lineman whose college career helped shape a Heisman‑winning back.
A look at the teams with the most victories over top‑ranked opponents and the defining moments that have left a lasting imprint on the sport.
Coach Matt Campbell is reshaping Penn State's recruiting strategy, prioritizing personal fit and long‑term growth over star ratings and immediate financial incentives.
The National Football Foundation revealed the 2026 Hall of Fame class, honoring 18 players and four coaches, including historic firsts for several universities, with a ceremony set for Las Vegas in December.
An analysis of conference realignment's impact on West Virginia University and a proposal for a twelve‑team regional conference that revives traditional rivalries.
At 91, James C. Harding reflects on a remarkable life that intertwines college football, hundreds of combat missions, teaching, ministry, and a continued fight to honor fellow veterans.
Dwayne Downing, a former Penn State defensive back and longtime high school coach, passed away at 60. His career spanned championship teams, record‑setting seasons, and mentorship that shaped generations of student‑athletes.