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Spring practices reveal standout players like Karon Brookins and Liam Andrews, while the basketball squad faces depth challenges under coach Mike Rhoades, and the university prepares to replace Nike apparel with Adidas.
In an exclusive interview, Josh Reed discusses his record‑setting senior season, accelerated academic achievements, and his transition to a front‑office role with the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Nittany Lions are undergoing a major overhaul, adding new players and staff while aiming to increase size, athleticism and skill.
From a historic uniform contract with Adidas to a high‑profile concert in State College, Penn State is preparing for a series of events that culminate in the January 25, 2027 College Football National Championship, while also navigating tuition changes, stadium upgrades, and record‑breaking fundraising.
Brent Scott ascends to Penn State’s assistant coaching staff, bringing his proven recruiting acumen and experience with Mike Rhoades at VCU and Rice, while the program eyes development of international talent like German prospect Yanic Kona Niederhauser.
A fiscal year analysis reveals that Penn State's highest‑paid staff are all within athletics, with former football coach James Franklin leading a list that includes coordinators Andy Kotelnicki and Tom Allen, while President Neeli Bendapudi did not crack the top five.
At the 29th‑annual Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Tournament, Penn State head coach Mike Rhoades highlighted the chapter's $5 million fundraising milestone and outlined a rejuvenated basketball roster for the 2026‑2027 season.
As the program marks exactly one hundred days until Matt Campbell’s first season, a playful inventory of possible outcomes ranges from serious title contention to tongue‑in‑cheek scenarios that involve rival coaches, NBA stars and even a pickleball experiment.
The 29th Coaches vs. Cancer golf tournament at Penn State brings together current and former coaches, players, and athletes to raise funds for the American Cancer Association, continuing a tradition that has generated over $5 million since 1995.
Coach Mike Rhoades announced the signing of Tim Oboh, a 6‑11 center from the University of Buffalo, as part of a broader effort to replace departed players and strengthen the team’s depth.
After a 12‑20 season, Penn State looks to the transfer portal and European market to rebuild a roster that can compete in the rugged Big Ten.
UCLA’s recent roster overhaul under Coach Mick Cronin brings new talent, with Donovan Dent leading the charge, as projections forecast home victories over several Big Ten opponents but also highlight likely losses to Michigan, Michigan State, Iowa and USC.
Penn State announced the hiring of Dwayne Stephens, a coach with extensive Big Ten experience and a personal tie to the university.
Former Western Michigan head coach Dwayne "DJ" Stephens is set to bolster Penn State's basketball program with his elite recruiting network and championship pedigree.
Penn State's basketball program has secured a Serbian forward and several transfer portal players, signaling a strategic push for experience and depth.
Dwayne DJ Stephens, a coach with nearly 30 years of collegiate experience, has accepted an assistant position on Penn State's men's basketball staff for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a deep recruiting pedigree and a brotherly tie to the school.
Penn State announces the hiring of Dwayne Stephens as an assistant coach, adding Big Ten pedigree and a family connection to the Nittany Lions' rebuild.
Michigan State's 2026‑27 basketball schedule includes tough opponents like Michigan, Nebraska, and Iowa, with notable games against UCLA and USC on the West Coast.
Penn State announced the hiring of Dwayne Stephens as an assistant coach, highlighting his extensive background and connection to the university through his brother Jarrett.
The hiring of Dwayne Stephens adds a seasoned voice to Penn State’s coaching staff as the Nittany Lions aim to bounce back from a challenging season.
The Nittany Lions announced the hire of Dwayne Stephens, a veteran assistant with deep ties to Michigan State, to replace outgoing staff members.