The upset marks the first top 25 upset of the Carolyn Kieger era for the Lady Lions.
The senior forward has used her injury to generate positive content highlighting her rehabilitation on social media.
The senior Blue Band member is dancing for his organization, Ohana, to fulfill a position once held by loved ones.
After jumping out to a quick 3-0 lead, the Nittany Lions held off a late Maryland comeback to capture their first win of the year.
A season-high 52-point first half wasn't enough for the Lady Lions to overcome an explosive final 20 minutes from the Hawkeyes.
With six losses in the same number of games in the alternate look, is it time for the return of the basic blues?