Police: Harriott charged Sep 8, 2008
Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said the dismissal was a result of a violation of team rules. Harriott was charged with DUI last November after he was pulled over on North Atherton Street with a BAC of. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Nittany Notes: Oregon State Sep 8, 2008
Courtesy of Penn State Sports Information. - Penn State has won 22 of its last 24 home games, dating to a win over Michigan State on Senior Day in 2004. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
CB dismissed Sep 5, 2008
Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said the dismissal was a result of a violation of team rules. Harriott was charged with driving under the influence last November, but the dismissal is not believed to be connected with that charge. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Paterno: Evans, Quarless, Koroma will not play against Oregon St. Sep 5, 2008
Asked if the three players are being held out because of the Tuesday's incident, Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson replied, "I'm not aware of any other reason.". Wallace will play this weekend, Paterno said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Police search yields drugs Sep 4, 2008
Reached Wednesday night, Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson could offer no update as to the status of the four players for this weekend's game against Oregon State. "We are still in the information gathering stages," he said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Penn State: Coastal Carolina holds no high hopes (Today) Aug 30, 2008
TV/Radio: Big Ten Network; WEAE-AM (1250) and Penn State Sports Network. Games also can be heard at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Paterno decides on starting quarterback Aug 27, 2008
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Preseason Issue, On Newsstands Now! Aug 20, 2008
Blue White Illustrated publisher Phil Grosz is back for his 28th year at the helm of the best Penn State sports publication around. With as much perspective and historical sense as anyone on the beat, Grosz opens the 2008 preseason football issue with a detailed look at how the Nittany Lions' senior prep class of 2009 is shaping up. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
The waiting game Aug 19, 2008
According to Penn State Sports Information Director Jeff Nelson, Still indeed broke his left ankle during the scrimmage. Nelson talked about the current plans for Still heading forward. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Taylor planning to transfer to Baylor Aug 16, 2008
Paterno suspended Taylor and another former Penn State player from the team in February "until their academic situation improves and any off-the-field issues are behind them," according to a statement released in February by Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson. Police have also said Taylor was involved in an on-campus fight last October. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Beaver Stadium receives upgrades Aug 8, 2008
"We're just trying to make sure that all the fans who are attending a game at Beaver Stadium have the best experience possible," Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said. "That's why after every season there are improvements and upgrades, some of which are visible to the fans when they come back for the next season.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Penn State wrestling adds new face Aug 8, 2008
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DA: Lions eyed in investigation Jul 31, 2008
The news comes the same day Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson confirmed defensive tackles Chris Baker and Phil Taylor -- both of whom have recently faced legal troubles for separate incidents -- have been removed from the team. Nelson gave no reason as to why Baker and Taylor were removed and said he wasn't aware of the pool party incident. (Daily Collegian, PA)
DID selects new head Jul 28, 2008
Growing up with this local legend made his family lifetime Penn State sports fan, he said. Allesandrine will replace former board member Dave Wells, who stepped in and managed the DID during an interim period after Director Teresa Sparacino resigned in favor of a position with the Delta Development Corp. in May. (Daily Collegian, PA)
BWI's Year in Review Issue available Now! Jul 4, 2008
From the women's volleyball national championship this fall to, well, the men's volleyball national championship this spring, BWI takes a look at everything that happened last year in the world of Penn State sports. Included are BWI's choices for Coach of the Year, Male and Female Athlete of the Year, Male and Female Rookies of the Year and the 10 most memorable moments from the past 12 months. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
End Near for Sports Illustrated Offer Jun 25, 2008
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Lift for Life set for July 11 Jun 20, 2008
Courtesy of Penn State Sports Information. During its first five years, Penn State Football Uplifting Athletes' "Lift For Life" has experienced tremendous growth. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Time Running Out On SI Offer Jun 17, 2008
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Penn State future schedules released Jun 17, 2008
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Syracuse kick set for 3:30 on ABC Jun 4, 2008
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Bowman, Taylor accept probation May 31, 2008
Neither Centre County District Attorney Michael Madeira nor Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson immediately returned calls seeking comment. Previous article: More stories from The Daily Collegian Online. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Hospitalized Paterno OK May 17, 2008
Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said in a statement last night that Paterno is expected to leave today as scheduled for Austin, Texas, to participate in an event honoring Texas coach Mack Brown. Penn State quarterbacks coach Jay Paterno, Joe's son, told The Associated Press that Paterno's trip to Mount Nittany Medical Center was "no big deal. If it's dehydration, he's probably all talked out.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Paterno released from hospital May 16, 2008
Penn State Sports Information Director Jeff Nelson said the 81-year-old coach was taken to the hospital by ambulance this morning. Paterno traveled to Philadelphia and Chicago during the past week and still plans to make a scheduled trip to Texas tomorrow for a dinner with University of Texas football coach Mack Brown, according to the release. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Hawkeyes try to gain ground on Penn State May 9, 2008
Issue date: 5/9/08 Section. This weekend, the Iowa baseball team (20-27, 8-16) heads to State College, Pa. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Volleyball, lacrosse crux of Hohenshelt life Apr 23, 2008
Besides exposing Jake to Penn State sports at an early age, the unique pairing provides Dennis and Tara with a familiarity of the coaching lifestyle. With the constant activity in the Hohenshelts' schedule, Jake is often moving around from one sitter to another. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Soph spurs upset of Penn State Apr 22, 2008
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Nittany Lions to play trio of Big Ten primetime football clashes Apr 17, 2008
The Blue-White Game will air live on the Penn State Sports Network and. The contest also will be televised on the Big Ten Network on Monday, April 21 at 8 p.m. ET. Penn State Football. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Dine with Lion Legends Apr 17, 2008
It began with a pilot program at Steelton Highspire High and has been growing with the help of the Penn State sports community. They currently provide programs in Harrisburg and State College, and organizers hope to bring Penn's Civilians to other communities throughout the state. (LionNews.com)
Editorial: Football a boon to university brand Apr 9, 2008
The seller was neither a student, nor an alumnus, nor a hardcore fan of Penn State sports -- he just had admiration for anyone attending the school. But it's not really just the football that makes people admire Penn State. (Daily Collegian, PA)
FOS Bracket Bonanza Under Way Mar 20, 2008
We are still in the process of gathering prizes, but rest assured we will once again have some dandies, from the coveted NIT Final Four watches to DVDs to Penn State sports stuff to several items from our friends at WHVL TV in Happy Valley. We will present a full list of the prizes early next week. (LionNews.com)
Md. recruit verbally commits to Penn State Feb 21, 2008
Penn State sports information director Brian Siegrist said the team cannot comment on a player until he signs a letter of intent. The earliest Woodyard can sign is April 9. (Daily Collegian, PA)
A RESILIENT LION Feb 17, 2008
So nervous he spent part of Friday in John Yukelson s office, working out his jitters with the Penn State sports psychologist. Laboranti, Penn State s heavyweight, was worried about his match that night with Michigan State s Alan O Donnell. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Two players suspended Feb 11, 2008
Bell, a sophomore wide receiver, and Taylor, a sophomore defensive tackle, have been temporarily suspended from the Penn State football team "until their academic situation improves and any off-the-field issues are behind them," according to a statement released Friday afternoon by Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson. Bell and Taylor become the fourth and fifth players removed this semester and the sixth this academic year. (Daily Collegian, PA)
'Weight Training' Reduces Fat And Improve Metabolism In Mice Feb 8, 2008
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Paterno to visit Pryor today Jan 30, 2008
Penn State sports information Jeff Nelson did not immediately return a phone call to confirm Paterno's planned trip last night. Copyright. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Lions drop fifth straight Jan 28, 2008
"We obviously have a hard time scoring," Penn State coach Ed DeChellis said on the Penn State Sports Network. "Sometimes our shot selection was not what it needs to be, we're not screening to get each other open to get better shots.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Claxton injury may end career Jan 17, 2008
Dr. Wayne Sebastianelli, director of Penn State sports medicine, conducted an MRI yesterday confirming Claxton tore the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee and suffered a bone bruise. It will require about six months of rehabilitation before Claxton can begin hard training again, Sebastianelli said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
King to enter draft Jan 14, 2008
Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said he was not aware of King's intention to enter the draft. Defensive coordinator Tom Bradley declined to comment. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Alamo Bowl To Surpass Attendance Record Dec 28, 2007
This year's game will be the 15th installment of the Valero Alamo Bowl and again be televised internationally on ESPN in HD and heard on the Penn State Sports Network, ESPN Radio, in San Antonio on 1200 WOAI and , the official website of Penn State Athletics. Valero Energy Corporation is a Fortune 500 company based in San Antonio, with approximately 21,000 employees and 2006 annual revenues of more than $90 billion. (Kpmariners.com)
In the blood Dec 22, 2007
"That certainly fits the description of the current vintage of Penn State linebackers like Connor and Lee. Ham is more knowledgeable about them because of his role as analyst for the Penn State Sports Network since 2000. Buttle and Short have seen a few games over the years but their weekends have been tied up by pro football. Buttle runs several businesses in the New York area and does pre- and postgame radio shows for the New York Jets. Short, who is planning to return to Penn State in the... (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
FOS Doubling the Fun Dec 14, 2007
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COLUMNIST: Sports, besides football, deserve attention Dec 13, 2007
This was the scene at the men's Nittany Lion Basketball game against Seton Hall this past Saturday night -- the most exciting Penn State sports event I have seen so far in my three years here. Leaving the Jordan Center, I had a bit of a guilty conscience. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Lions to remember the Alamo Dec 1, 2007
Penn State Sports Information announced today that Penn State football head coach Joe Paterno and his Nittany Lions will be heading to the Alamo Bowl in San Antonio, Texas. The Lions will face a still to be determined foe from the Big 12 (Texas Tech or Texas A the contest at the Alamodome on December 29 at 8 p.m. The game will be televised by ESPN and broadcast on the radio by ESPN Radio. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Connor A Butkus Finalist Nov 9, 2007
The game will air on ESPNU, the Penn State Sports Network and GoPSUsports. com, the official website of Penn State Athletics. (LionNews.com)
Rubin replaces injured safety Davis Oct 29, 2007
Penn State starting safety Tony Davis missed Saturday's game against Ohio State and will miss two to four weeks after he had his appendix removed Friday night, Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said. Mark Rubin started in place of Davis as the Nittany Lions fell to No. 1 Ohio State. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Lions primed for rare battle Oct 24, 2007
Despite its storied football tradition, Penn State sports only a 4-9 record in games against the country's top-ranked team, including 4-7 under coach Joe Paterno. The game. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Comin' to your city Oct 23, 2007
Penn State Sports Info ... The No. 24 Nittany Lions and No. 1 Buckeyes will kick off in Beaver Stadium Saturday at 8:00 p.m. on ABC, the Penn State Sports Network and GoPSUsports. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hayes lost to torn ACL Oct 16, 2007
In a statement released by the Penn State sports information department, Sebastianelli said Hayes will have surgery within the next two weeks and that rehabilitation would take about nine months. That would take the rehab process for Hayes deep into next July. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Hayes Out for Year Oct 16, 2007
No. 25 Penn State visits (5-2, 2-2) for a critical conference clash on Saturday at 12:00 p.m. The game will air on ESPN, the Penn State Sports Network and GoPSUsports. com, the official website of Penn State Athletics. (LionNews.com)
Captain reacts to game review Oct 2, 2007
Jeff Nelson, a Penn State sports information director, said Big Ten officials contacted Penn State Athletic Director Tim Curley yesterday to inform him that Michigan is under review for using freshman Artis Chambers in three of the Wolverines' first four games of the season. However, Nelson said, the athletic department has no comment on the review. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Father: Morelli looking ahead Sep 26, 2007
Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said Anthony Morelli was going to get a break from interviews this week. No other reasons were offered for his absence, but Joe Paterno said it wasn't his decision. (Daily Collegian, PA)
NCAA: Michigan Stuns No. 10 Penn State Sep 23, 2007
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Cover Reveal: November Issue Sep 20, 2007
See the cover and content for the November issue of Fight On State magazine - the ONLY full color, glossy magazine covering Penn State sports. This issue is packed with PSU coverage, get a look inside. (LionNews.com)
Teams clash for first time in 107 years Sep 14, 2007
"When [people] read these articles or see something about football back in those days ... they think of it as today's game," Penn State sports historian Lou Prato said. "It was not today's game.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Williams, Butler Named to Biletnikoff Award Watch List Sep 13, 2007
Penn State Sports Info ... The official audio broadcast will be available from the Penn State Sports Network as well as on www. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Court orders $900K payout Sep 5, 2007
Luke announced that he was transferring to Western Illinois University two weeks after being cleared of the charges, issuing a statement through the Penn State sports information office that said the events forced him to "re-examine" his life at Penn State. He later moved to Texas, according to court documents. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Fans struggle to find game coverage Sep 4, 2007
"We understand that there is passion for Penn State sports and to see these games and we intend to have an option for those fans in the future," he said. "At the end of the day, we want our fans to be able to choose.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Connor on preliminary Butkus list Aug 30, 2007
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Where's PSU vs. FIU? Aug 29, 2007
In the Penn State Sports Information press release, only nine local establishments were identified as having the Big Ten Network. By gameday, there will clearly be more than just the nine listed, but finding them may be difficult. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Preseason Two-a-Days Aug 25, 2007
Order your annual pass now and get 56 issues of Sports Illustrated FREE with your subscription, along with a year of FOS site and Scout network access and a year of the award-winning Fight On State Magazine - the ONLY full-color glossy magazine covering Penn State sports. Here is a run down of the preseason reports we have had throughout August. (LionNews.com)
Penn State Roster: Updated Weights Aug 18, 2007
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The $9.95 Test Drive Aug 6, 2007
So you receive nine weeks of the best premium coverage of Penn State sports ANYWHERE for just over a buck a week. This will take you straight into the heart of Nittany Lion football and recruiting seasons. (LionNews.com)
Special Blue White Illustrated subscription offer Aug 3, 2007
Welcome to the 27th year of the ultimate Penn State sports magazine ... Blue White Illustrated publisher Phil Grosz is back for his 27th year at the helm of the best Penn State sports publication around ... Prato, the official Penn State sports historian and curator of the Penn State All-Sports Museum in Beaver Stadium, examines the similarities between this year's class of wide receivers and those that came before it in 1982 and 1994. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
FOS Q&A: Mark Silverman Jul 31, 2007
I think as you know, the crux of the issue really is we believe this network has a broad appeal and the number of viewers who will watch Penn State sports, particularly football and basketball, but other sports as well, is a broad number, is a number of people that greatly exceeds the vast majority of the people that watch most cable networks. Especially those on your expanded basic level of service, and where we've been saying that within the eight [Big Ten] states, and we firmly believe this,... (LionNews.com)
Bars get on board to show Big Ten Jul 20, 2007
"There will be more Penn State sports on the Big Ten Network than any other network.". Gal Harri (freshman-public relations) said she is upset enough to be without season tickets her freshman year and feels it is unfair to students downtown who won't see the games live or on TV.. (Daily Collegian, PA)