Letter: Coach deserves credit for accomplishments Mar 3, 2008
This is in response to Ben Miner's letter regarding the Penn State Basketball program, and specifically head coach Ed DeChellis ("Men's basketball team requires better coach," Feb. 29). While I would agree to some extent that his tenure has not been great so far, how about we give him a fair chance with this group of players. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Letter: 'Target Ten' challenge had too little support Feb 29, 2008
This year's "Target Ten" Challenge, a partnership between Penn State basketball and Thon 2008, failed miserably with a lack of support as well. I was hoping to see a mixture of blue and white shirts among the multitude of brightly colored Thon T-shirts that filled the BJC for 46 hours this past weekend. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Lions rely on young talent Feb 19, 2008
Talor Battle's Penn State basketball career -- brief as it may be -- has been forged in the fire of a tumultuous season ... Penn State basketball has suffered through some disappointing seasons recently, but having not been here for the down times, Pringle feels he offers a different perspective on things. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Team donates more than $7K Feb 4, 2008
Loren Crispell, marketing manager for Penn State basketball, said 1,529 student tickets were sold for Saturday's game, which raised $7,645 for Thon. The Nittany Lions beat No. 8 Michigan State 85-76. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Proceeds from game will benefit Thon Feb 2, 2008
Loren Crispell, marketing manager for Penn State basketball, said the decision was made to donate all proceeds from student single-game ticket sales to Thon because of the support Tuesday night's game drew. Initially, only a portion of the proceeds from students ticket sales were supposed to go to Thon. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Season lost in little more than three days Jan 31, 2008
They were dominating Minnesota in front of a crowd of almost 11,000 fans, who were poised to see their Lions enter seemingly uncharted territory for Penn State basketball -- an eight-game winning streak ... Such is the current state of Penn State basketball ... When the student body's level of interest in Penn State basketball can best be described as "apathetic," things are as bleak as they get. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Target Ten fails to rally numbers Jan 30, 2008
The student turnout for the game was about 6,000, Loren Crispell, marketing manager for Penn State basketball, said ... Crispell said Penn State basketball reached this agreement with Thon in advance ... "Tonight was a great way to get people to come out and support Thon and Penn State basketball at the same time," he said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Crowd could raise money Jan 29, 2008
Loren Crispell, marketing manager for Penn State basketball, said the event was made into a two-part event because having it span the week coordinates with ESPN's Student Spirit Week. "We have high expectations. We want to have 10,000 students come out, win against Ohio and then bring all of the students back Saturday," Checchio said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Lions limp into Carver-Hawkeye without leader Jan 26, 2008
Saturday, January 26, 2008 7:03 AM CST Lions limp into Carver-Hawkeye without leader By STEVE BATTERSON, Courier Lee News Service Life without a leader has been difficult for the Penn State basketball team that visits Iowa today. In the three games since an ACL injury ended all-Big Ten senior Geary Claxton's college career, the Nittany Lions have lost each by an average of 21 points while struggling to regain the edge on the boards Claxton provided. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Losing no 'fun' for PSU, Walker Jan 25, 2008
Walker, who has suffered through some trying years of Penn State basketball, is hoping the team can turn things around to avoid another disappointing season. The Lions have 12 more regular season games to reverse their fortunes. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Claxton injury may end career Jan 17, 2008
In an instant, Geary Claxton's Penn State basketball career was over ... The team has now been thrust into a new era of Penn State basketball -- a post-Claxton era -- much earlier than expected. (Daily Collegian, PA)
SLANTS: Dunk of the year, great Gus Jan 17, 2008
To this day, my former roommate Mike still jokes about the halcyon era of Penn State basketball with a particular seven-footer playing center. The initial decision, he insists, to recruit this guy came after a heated exchange between coaches that, he imagined, went something like this. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Foul Balls Plague Lions Jan 13, 2008
comDate: Jan 12, 2008 Why is the Penn State basketball team stinking it up from the free throw line this year. Check out our photo analysis to see. (LionNews.com)
So, you think this year was great? Just wait until 2008 Dec 30, 2007
Speculation persists throughout the summer that barring Penn State basketball games could secure BTN s arrival on Comcast s basic cable service. 8. (Scranton Times, PA)
Oliver set to sign PSU letter of intent Nov 15, 2007
The first member of Penn State basketball Class of 2008 will officially be in the fold when the early signing period for basketball begins on Wednesday. Billy Oliver, a 6-foot-8, 210-pound small forward from Chatham High School in Chatham, N.J., is set to sign his letter of intent. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Practice session to incite interest Nov 1, 2007
While the team has a small but loyal following, Crispell faces the challenge of bringing in students that haven't been interested in Penn State basketball in the past. Today's Headlines. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Newest Issue of Blue White Illustrated mails today Oct 23, 2007
Penn State basketball media day coverage. Blue White Illustrated web editor Nate Bauer covers Penn State men's basketball media day from top to bottom, while Sean Fitz looks at the same event for the Lady Lions. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Camp attracting youngsters Jul 20, 2007
While Penn State basketball players could be enjoying the sandy beaches, or playing in the sky blue waters of the shore, they are actually sweating, panting, and gasping for breath while chasing around their second- through eighth- grade campers ... As a resident of State College, Drew Friberg, 8, is a huge fan of Penn State basketball and has been following it for most of his life. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Basketball: Time well spent at CV Jun 30, 2007
I don't care what kind of coach you are, if you don't have good players that buy in, work hard, are unselfish, you're not going to win," Kanaskie said Kanaskie's younger son Kyle also attended the camp, a bonus for the veteran basketball coach. Life on the road for a college coach isn't easy. It means you miss your children's games just about every time because you're either on the road recruiting, coaching, or practicing. Having Kyle attend this week's camp meant along with spending time with... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
WR hires girls, boys hoops coaches May 23, 2007
He also had experience coaching and attending camps/clinics such as Nike Championship Clinic, Morgan Wooten Coaches Clinic, and the Penn State Basketball Camp. He holds a BS in secondary education and is finishing his graduate work at Bucknell University in school counseling. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Amaechi discusses life, love for PSU Apr 22, 2007
At last night's speech closing up the 2007 Distinguished Speaker Series in the HUB-Robeson Center's Alumni Hall, Amaechi, a former Penn State basketball player, told those seated that he felt a bit nervous, that this talk was extremely important ... PHOTO: Abby Drey Former Penn State basketball player, NBA center and author John Amaechi warmly addresses the crowd in the HUB Alumni Hall last night. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Amaechi returns to PSU as speaker Apr 19, 2007
He has been so busy his former Penn State basketball teammate Nate Althouse wonders if his e-mail works. Dan Earl, Amaechi's point guard in the mid '90s, happened to bump into Amaechi at this year's Final Four -- a rare meeting between old friends. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Olympian McConnell Serio to coach Duquesne Apr 13, 2007
"McConnell Serio was a star on the Penn State basketball team and graduated in 1988. She holds the NCAA record for career assists with 1,377. An Olympic gold medalist, McConnell Serio later became a starter with the WNBA's Cleveland Rockers. on "Duquesne tabs McConnell Serio" Also See A rundown of Division I head ... Adjust Font Size. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
PSU: Facebook group must go Apr 4, 2007
"Everyone follows Penn State basketball, football recruitment.". Bove said neither Hazi and Baradziej nor Penn State was in violation of NCAA rules because once the university got wind of the group, it took immediate action. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Bracket Bonanza Prize Breakdown Mar 31, 2007
Penn State Basketball T-Shirt. Penn State Basketball Bobblehead ... Penn State Basketball Visor. (LionNews.com)
Rene Portland Resigns as Penn State Women's Coach Mar 23, 2007
Rene Portland Resigns as Penn State Basketball Coach :: Ends a 27-year tenure that included 606 wins ... Rene Portland Resigns as Penn State Basketball Coach. (Mac-Sports.com)
Bracket Bonanza Standings Mar 16, 2007
One of these years, the Penn State basketball team may surprise us all and earn a trip to the NCAA Tournament ... ITEM: 6 Penn State Basketball Bobbleheads DONOR:PSU Sports Marketing VALUE: NA ... ITEM:6 Penn State Basketball Visors DONOR: PSU Sports Marketing VALUE: NA. (LionNews.com)
Sports: Luber's Final Time Mar 1, 2007
With family in the crowd and the knowledge that a severely sprained left wrist -- injured a few days earlier at Ohio State -- would probably end his Penn State basketball career, Ben Luber had two requests of the coaching staff for Saturday's Senior Day game against Illinois. A spot in the starting lineup and a chance to leave the floor under his own terms. (Daily Collegian, PA)
SHNS sports sked for Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2007 Feb 21, 2007
COOK (Cook, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette _ column) _ Does anyone really care about the sorry state of Penn State basketball. 790. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Ron Cook: Penn State basketball is abysmal, but does anyone care? Feb 20, 2007
Ron Cook: Penn State basketball is abysmal, but does anyone care ... Ron Cook: Penn State basketball is abysmal, but does anyone care ... Penn State basketball long has been irrelevant in Happy Valley, just as Duquesne basketball has been here. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Rendell irate about I-78 jam Feb 17, 2007
It was just before 8 p.m. and Mr. Rendell was watching a Penn State basketball game on TV.. He said he immediately called the National Guard commander, Gen. Jessica Wright, who got more than 100 guardsmen to the scene on I-78, handing out blankets, bottled water and military-style "meals ready to eat.'' By late yesterday, more than 500 guardsmen were helping stranded motorists, he said. Former Revenue Secretary Greg Fajt, now a senior adviser to Mr. Rendell, will work with Director of... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Letter to the Editor Feb 14, 2007
Maybe Mr. Everheart can be the "Braveheart" that frees Penn State basketball from the shackles of persistent failure. Bill Penn Class of 1978. (Daily Collegian, PA)
John Amaechi: Former Lion gives us a reason for pride Feb 14, 2007
But all you have to do is ask any Penn State basketball fan. We doubt any of them would say John Amaechi is inferior on the court. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Former Lion's statement shows courage Feb 13, 2007
I remember attending a Penn State basketball game last season and hearing our student section chant "D-U-I" each time a player on the visiting team -- who was fresh off a driving under the influence arrest -- touched the ball. Now consider what hateful words would've been shouted into Amaechi's eardrums as he toed the free throw line at road games. (Daily Collegian, PA)
On the air with Smizik: Penguins a smash TV hit Feb 13, 2007
From 7 to 9 p.m. the same week, except for a Wednesday pre-emption by Penn State basketball, Ken Laird will be doing Pittsburgh Game Night from Bradenton. Bendel and Benz, with Joe Bendel and Tim Benz on Fox Sports Radio 970, will be in Florida March 3-6. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Former Lion says he's gay Feb 8, 2007
Former Penn State basketball player John Amaechi will become the first NBA player ever to reveal he is gay in his new book, which also discusses the issue of alleged anti-lesbian discrimination by Penn State women's basketball coach Rene Portland. Amaechi, who played at Penn State from 1992 to 1995, will interview with ESPN's "Outside the Lines" Sunday at 9:30 a.m., before the book, "Man in the Middle," is released Feb. 20. (Penn State Digital Collegian)
Penn State, basketball player settle lawsuit Feb 6, 2007
Monday, February 05, 2007. By Colin Dunlap, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hold off on the Kool-Aid Jan 26, 2007
That wasn't something you could say about a Penn State basketball player every year. Maybe everyone got a little too excited a little bit too fast. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Walk-ons' experience more than just notoriety Jan 25, 2007
When sophomore walk-ons Clay Scovill and Will Leiner entered Saturday's game with 57 seconds left against Michigan State, the Penn State basketball team was already doomed to a 91-64 defeat, and their substitutions didn't incite even the mildest fan reaction ... If you saw Scovill, Highberger or Leiner on the street, you probably wouldn't recognize them as Penn State basketball players unless they were joined by a pack of their abnormally tall scholarship buddies. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Men's basketball misses chance to win over fans Jan 23, 2007
More importantly, people were sitting in the usually forbidden upper level that has come to define Penn State basketball. Then the game started. (Daily Collegian, PA)
PSU-Indiana coverage Jan 18, 2007
The Nittany Lions were outscored 44-33 in the second half, but the first half, an outstanding 20 minutes of Penn State basketball that resulted in a mere one-point lead, might have been more frustrating. "I thought early in the game the Penn State kids really knocked us on our heels," Indiana coach Kelvin Sampson said. (State College Centre Daily, PA -- Sports)
Norwood makes leap to basketball Jan 17, 2007
Norwood was offered a walk-on tryout by Penn State basketball coach Ed DeChellis following his senior year of high school ... In the week following the Outback Bowl, Norwood called the Penn State basketball staff expressing an interest to revive his basketball career after fulfilling Joe Paterno's requirement that he keep up his grades. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Norwood joins men's basketball team Jan 12, 2007
Norwood still had thoughts of playing basketball though, and in the days following the Jan. 1 bowl win against the Volunteers, he contacted the Penn State basketball staff expressing an interest to try out. Norwood then met with DeChellis this past Sunday and practiced with the team Monday. (Daily Collegian, PA)
