Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State is set to face Nebraska with 24 players listed as out — including season-ending quarterback Drew Allar and several key wide receivers, defenders and offensive linemen — so backup players will take the field. The team had 23 players out in the previous game against Michigan State. Onward State
- ➤ On Saturday, Penn State men’s basketball lost 77-65 at Mohegan Sun Arena — a result marked by Kayden Mingo’s rough game — and the team will face Boston University on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Onward State
- ➤ No. 5 Penn State men's hockey defeated Minnesota 2-1 Saturday night—scoring goals from Charlie Cerrato and Jackson Smith and with goalie Kevin Reidler making key saves. The team now enters a break and will resume play on January 3 against RIT. Onward State
- ➤ No. 6 Penn State women’s hockey defeated RIT 4-3 on Saturday afternoon — Danica Maynard scored the game-winning goal while Tessa Janecke tied the program’s record with her 74th goal — and maintained their undefeated streak. The team will face Northeastern in Boston on Friday, November 28th at 3:30 p.m. Onward State
- ➤ Nebraska coach Matt Rhule briefly met Penn State’s interim head coach Terry Smith at Beaver Stadium on November 22 before his Cornhuskers lost 37-10. After receiving a two-year contract extension, Rhule—confident in his team’s effort despite the tough loss—said he will remain in Lincoln with his family. StateCollege.com
- ➤ After a 37 to 10 win over Nebraska, Penn State players, fans and alumni urged for interim coach Terry Smith to become the permanent head coach as they believe his leadership and work ethic unite the team. Several teammates and former players noted he has earned their support — a strong message that could shape the program's future. Onward State
- ➤ At the NCAA championship in Columbia, Missouri on Saturday, Penn State’s women’s cross country team met its goal by finishing 10th in the 6,000-meter race after a long trip from Lock Haven. State College native Nick Sloff ran the 10,000-meter event and finished 132nd—after starting strong but falling behind later. Daily Collegian
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Boston University Terriers at Penn State Nittany Lions Men's Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling matchup as the Nittany Lions aim to rewrite the story with a dynamic roster.
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Penn State Men's Basketball vs. Sacred Heart
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness the rise of Penn State Hoops with a talented and fearless roster.
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Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball Game
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness the new era of Nittany Lions basketball with a dynamic team ready to impress.
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Dailey and Vincent Christmas Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The State Theatre — $ — Celebrate the holiday season with five-time GRAMMY® award winners delivering a unique spin on country, bluegrass, and gospel music.
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48th Annual Juried Winter Craft Market
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Nittany Valley Sports Centre — $5 admission (cash only), children 12 and under free — Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from over 60 talented Pennsylvania artists.
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Michigan State Spartans at Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Cost info unavailable — A new era of Penn State Hoops begins with a young and talented roster ready to make their mark.
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