Editorial: Support history-making, No. 1 team Nov 17, 2008
To many, Penn State athletics is synonymous with football. When people talk Penn State sports, they're usually referring to JoePa, BCS bowl games, Beaver Stadium and Saturday afternoon tailgates. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Tennis improves with conditioning Oct 23, 2008
Josh Davis has been working with Penn State Athletics since 2000. As an assistant strength and conditioning coach of Olympic sports, Davis and the other coaches in his office work with a number of sports. (Daily Collegian, PA)
PSU Football: Devlin uses precious play time to his advantage (Yesterday) Sep 16, 2008
Tickets can be purchased at , the official website of Penn State Athletics, or by calling 814-865-5555 weekdays from 8 a.m-6 p.m. Tickets also can be purchased at the Bryce Jordan Ticket Center weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.. Ron Musselman can be reached at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PSU campaign raises millions for athletes Sep 12, 2008
Despite the continuing increase in operational costs, Penn State athletics remains a self-sustaining program, not using any tax dollars or tuition funds for support. "As long as we can make it work and are able to generate the funds," Cutler said, "that's the model the university prefers. "So far our donors have certainly been up to the task, but it's only going to get tougher as costs keep going up. (Daily Collegian, PA)
End of the Line for WR Chris Bell? Apr 8, 2008
com is your online community for complete coverage of Penn State athletics ... Penn State athletics has yet to return a call seeking comment on the incident. (LionNews.com)
Crowd could raise money Jan 29, 2008
"It's our first year doing a promotion of this magnitude," said Matt Checchio, marketing coordinator for Penn State athletics. "We want to encourage the student body to do its part in supporting Thon.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Hamilton: Davis emerges from unknown to unstoppable Jan 25, 2008
Penn State Athletics. Troy Sunderland has learned that talent lurks in unexpected places. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Briles has plenty of building to do at Baylor Dec 7, 2007
The $5 million gift is the largest ever for Penn State athletics. Manning to chair Hall of Fame. (Houston Sports -- Rivals.com)
Paterno inducted into College Football Hall of Fame Dec 5, 2007
It's the largest donation ever given to Penn State athletics. Paterno will complete his 58th season at Penn State in the Alamo Bowl on Dec. 19 against Texas Aother major college coach has been at one school longer and his 371 career victories ranks second only to Bobby Bowden (373). (ESPN -- College Football News)
Donors Announce $5 Million Endowment Of PSU Coaching Position Dec 5, 2007
The Malloys' gift is the largest ever to Penn State athletics. "All of Penn State has benefited from Joe's commitment to success with honor," said Patrick Malloy, a 1965 graduate of the university. (Kpmariners.com)
Fans urged to imitate Joe's style Oct 5, 2007
"It's something just for Penn Staters," said Stephanie Stubler, who is helping coordinate the effort with Penn State Athletics. "We'll know what it means, but maybe other people won't.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Thon dodgeball signups fill quickly Sep 20, 2007
Because of their schedules, the players aren't easily able to participate in regular Thon activities held in February, said Matt Checchio, marketing coordinator for Penn State athletics. He said the team expressed their desire to hold an event last spring and wanted to put on the best event possible in order to be a part of "the Thon effort.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Prior experience eases transition for first-year women's tennis coach Sep 19, 2007
Prevette has already implemented a new training plan for the team, having players work with Penn State athletics, unlike previous years where the team would workout together or by themselves. While the team has been in the weight room and practicing for only a week, players have already begun to see how Prevette's coaching style is different from previous years. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Athletics department craves ideas for student ticket sales Sep 8, 2007
In the meantime, on behalf of Penn State Athletics, thanks for putting the Nittany Lions at the top of another, more meaningful, list by any standard -- finest student fans anywhere in the country. Wherever you are at 6 p.m. tomorrow, I hope you'll be wearing white. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Editor calls for students to participate Jul 3, 2007
If you read us, we guarantee you'll be able to talk campus issues with ease, know the latest developments in Penn State athletics, locate your borough council and state representatives and gain entry to see the coolest bands and galleries. Plus, every Thursday, we tuck Venues, our arts magazine, inside the paper to keep you in touch with the creative juices flowing through State College and guide your weekends. (Daily Collegian, PA)
PSU Site Claims Six Awards Jun 25, 2007
com is your online community for complete coverage of Penn State athletics ... The cool thing about these awards is they not only reflect positively on the tireless work of our staff, but also indicate that we are being embraced by the Penn State athletics community. (LionNews.com)
Blue White Illustrated mails today! May 19, 2007
Find out what Curley had to say about the state of Penn State athletics in this first part of a three part series. Nike Football Training Camp Coverage. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Values, image play role in hire Apr 24, 2007
is only the second African American varsity head coach hired in the history of Penn State athletics ... More than anything, this hire was about Penn State athletics, struggling with image issues, trying to "get it right.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
OPINION: Wrong coach is leaving Lions Mar 23, 2007
So as I sat in front of my computer Thursday listening to Penn State Athletics Director Tim Curley babble his way and duck and dodge questions as his press conference to announce the resignation of women's basketball coach Rene Portland, I thought to myself, the wrong basketball coach is headed out the door up at University Park. The other basketball oach is the one who should be in boiling hot water. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Letter to the Editor Mar 2, 2007
You have never been inside the athletic departments, been a member of the coaching staffs or part of a team, so you cannot begin to understand the strong foundation of tradition Penn State athletics have been built upon. It is a history based on integrity, commitment, teamwork and academic excellence, not one based on homophobia. (Daily Collegian, PA)
The most unlikely recruits Feb 8, 2007
I think they ve just been a little snooty about the whole thing, said Mark Brennan, the editor of Fight On State, a monthly magazine dedicated to Penn State athletics and recruiting. It was, We re Penn State, and we don t have to do this. (Scranton Times, PA)
Penn St. player settles bias complaint Feb 6, 2007
" The suit alleged that Portland tried to force Harris, who says she is not gay, to leave the team. Harris, Portland and Penn State athletics director Tim Curley, another defendant, said in a joint statement Monday that they had reached "an amicable settlement. " "Penn State, Mr. Curley and Coach Portland have disputed Ms. Harris' allegations and have denied any liability with respect to the complaints filed against them," the statement said. "Ms. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Adviser dies from allergic reaction Jan 18, 2007
" Zimmerman earned a degree in journalism from Penn State and then started a career in radio, eventually owning more than 10 radio stations. Zimmerman's success enabled him and his wife to donate about $295,000 to Penn State to benefit initiatives in the College of Communications, Pennsylvania Centre Stage, and Penn State athletics, according to www.giveto.psu.edu. "He was a self-made rags to riches story," Nagypal said. Zimmerman also acted as the president of the Student Radio Alumni Interest... (Daily Collegian, PA)
