Clary has big game for Lions vs Rider

December 30, 2023

The Associated Press UNIVERSITY PARK — Kanye Clary scored 29 points on 12-of-16 shooting and Penn State eased by Rider 90-63 on Friday. Clary, a sophomore, broke his previous best of 28 on an open 3-pointer with 2:43 remaining for an 86-58 lead. It came during Penn State’s 20-2 run for a 30-point lead. Rider missed nine straight shots during the run, going without a field goal for seven-plus minutes. D’Marco Dunn added 12 points for Penn State (7-6), which snapped a two-game losing streak in the series. Ace Baldwin Jr., who entered with 996 career points, scored 10 with nine ...

Allar: Yurcich firing was upsetting

December 28, 2023

By Neil Rudel nrudel@altoonamirror.com ATLANTA — Penn State quarterback Drew Allar admits the Nov. 12 firing of offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich shook him. Yurcich recruited Allar and was one of the big reasons the Ohio product and five-star prospect committed to Penn State. As the Nittany Lions prepare for Saturday’s Peach Bowl with Mississippi (noon, ESPN), Allar addressed the topic during a Wednesday morning availability. “That’s kind of what I struggled with probably the two or three days after it happened,” Allar said. “Coach Yurcich is a big part of why ...

Penn State’s King set for ‘one more game’

December 27, 2023

Penn State is in Atlanta preparing for Saturday’s Peach Bowl against Mississippi (noon, ESPN), and the focus is still on potential opt-outs as players turn their attention to the NFL. James Franklin confirmed Tuesday that cornerback Kalen King, who is projected as a high round draft pick and possible first-rounder, is with the team. Lions 247 reported King and offensive tackle Olu Fashanu were “on the practice field” Tuesday. Fashanu previously announced that he’ll forgo a final year of eligibility — some NFL Draft analysts have him as a top-10 selection — but has not ...

Warren returning to Penn State

December 23, 2023

In a surprise move to some, Penn State tight end Tyler Warren announced on Instagram on Friday evening that he will play in the Peach Bowl and return to the team next season. It wasn’t nearly as much of a shocker that offensive tackle Olu Fashanu and cornerback Daequan Hardy both will declare for the NFL Draft. Warren was primarily a short-yardage and goal line threat for the Lions, catching 29 passes for 295 yards and seven touchdowns. Another PSU tight end in Theo Johnson decided to go pro earlier this month. “We’ve done some great things as a family, but I do believe the ...

Allen’s hiring official

December 20, 2023

From Mirror reports UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State has made the hiring of Tom Allen as defensive coordinator and linebackers coach official. “I have always had a ton of respect for Tom Allen, and we are excited to welcome him to our staff,” Penn State coach James Franklin said Tuesday. “I’ve enjoyed following his coaching career and his experience as a head coach and defensive play caller will bring tremendous value to our program. Coach Allen has led aggressive and attacking style defenses that will complement what we have already established. We are looking forward to ...

Flash’s Talbert pockets NEC award

December 19, 2023

LORETTO — Aaron “Ace” Talbert, a member of the Saint Francis men’s basketball team, became the third Red Flash freshman to earn Northeast Conference Rookie of the Week honors for the week of Dec. 11-17. Talbert joins Bobby Rosenberger III and Eli Wilborn as winners of the award this season. It is the first time in program history the Frankies have had three different players win the top rookie weekly award in the same campaign. Talbert posted his second most points in his career with his 16-point effort against Mount St. Mary’s on Friday. PSU picked first UNIVERSITY ...