Despite an ice cold first half from D.J. Newbill, Penn State was able to hold on down the stretch and pick up back-to-back conference wins for the first time all season, edging Minnesota 63-58.
Despite a 20-3 second half run and a career performance by sophomore Peyton Whitted, the Lady Lions fell on the road Wednesday night against Minnesota 75-64 in Minneapolis.
Penn State basketball proved it could win a close game without big games from its best players, with four key contributors matching or setting career marks in scoring.
Once again, Sam Ficken will be honored for his illustrious senior season as he participates in the Quicken Loans All-Star Challenge. The event is Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. on ESPN2.
Following two outstanding weekends, third-string goalie and senior P.J. Musico is making a case for himself as the unsung hero of Penn State hockey.
The Lions hope to treat Rutgers as a launching pad as they move on to tonight's matchup against Minnesota.