Liam Butts posted a hat trick en route to the Nittany Lions' first conference win.
Penn State dominated Maryland Friday night after securing an early lead in its senior night win.
The Nittany Lions closed their first game of the season without finding the back of the net.
Along with the No. 1 preseason spot, Tessa Janecke was named the CHA Preseason Player of the Year.
The win marked Penn State women's volleyball's 700th victory in Rec Hall.
The Nittany Lions open conference play on the road at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 15, against Ohio State.