As conference tournament time approaches, Penn State's teams are making a final push for positioning. Meanwhile, the Icers continued their winning ways over the weekend. It was a busy week in athletic action, and we've got the round-up right here.
ARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED?! Penn State's dramatic victory over Illinois on Saturday featured just about everything you could ask for, and then some.
The Penn State College Republicans have organized TRUTH Week, four days of speakers who promote conservatism and limited government. According to Josh Crawford, Chairman of the College Republicans, “TRUTH Week is a week dedicated to finding truth in areas of public policy often clouded by political rhetoric and demonization.” The College Republicans are hosting four speakers and workshops dedicated to bringing Republican ideals out of the shadows.
The Penn State Women's Volleyball team recorded a statement win over Nebraska on Saturday Night providing much needed confidence and keeping hopes of another Big Ten title alive.
It snowed in October.
At least that was interesting.
Oh, and Penn State beat Illinois 10-7. I guess that happened as well.
Heading into the game, the teams were heading in opposite directions, with the Nittany Lions winning six straight, while the Illini had lost two in a row. Penn State was also looking to avenge a 33-13 loss to Illinois from last year at Beaver Stadium.
By the time you read this, State College may already be covered in snow. According to AccuWeather, it will be a chilly 34 degrees at kickoff for Penn State versus Illinois. A winter storm warning is in effect, and between five and 10 inches of snow is expected. So, if a little bad weather scares you away from going to Beaver Stadium, don't worry...Onward State and StateCollege.com have you covered.