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Photos by: Caitlin Lee and Collegian File Photos Page A2 | Oct. 17-20, 2019 versus The Daily Collegian PENN STATE Nittany Lions (6-0) No. Name Position/Elig. No. Name Position/Elig. No. Name Position/Elig. 1 KJ Hamler WR/So. 28 Jayson Oweh DE/Fr. 68 Hunter Kelly OL/Jr. 2 Keaton Ellis CB/Fr. 29 Henry Fessler WR/Fr. 69 CJ Thorpe OL/So. 3 Donovan Johnson CB/So. 29 John Reid CB/Sr. 70 Juice Scruggs OL/Fr. 3 Ricky Slade RB/So. 31 Denver Light LB/Fr. 71 Will Fries OL/Jr. 4 Journey Brown RB/So. 32 Dylan Forranto S/Fr. 72 Bryce Effner OL/Fr. 5 Tariq Castro-Fields CB/Jr. 33 Corey Melzer CB/Fr. 73 Mike Miranda OL/So. 5 Jahan Dotson WR/Jr. 34 Shane Simmons DE/Jr. 74 Steven Gonzalez OL/Sr. 6 Cam Brown LB/Sr. 35 Justin Neff S/So. 75 Des Holmes OL/So. 6 Justin Shorter WR/So. 36 Jan Johnson LB/Sr. 76 Justin Kopko OL/Fr. 7 Jaquan Brisker S/Jr. 36 Makai Self CB/Fr. 77 Judge Culpepper DT/Fr.. 7 Will Levis QB/Fr. 37 Drew Hartlaub S/So. 77 Sal Wormley OL/Fr. 8 John Dunmore WR/Fr. 38 Lamont Wade CB/Jr. 79 Caedan Wallace OL/Fr. 8 Marquis Wilson CB/Fr. 39 Robbie Dwyer LB/Fr. 80 Justin Weller WR/So. 9 Joey Porter Jr CB/Fr. 40 Nick Eury RB/Jr. 81 Cam Sullivan-Brown WR/So. 9 Ta’Quan Roberson QB/Fr. 40 Jesse Luketa LB/So. 82 Zack Kuntz TE/Fr. 10 Lance Dixon LB/Fr. 42 Austin Sullivan SN/Fr. 83 Nick Bowers TE/Sr. 10 TJ Jones WR/Fr. 43 Trevor Baker TE/So. 84 Benjamin Wilson WR/Jr. 11 Daniel George WR/Fr. 44 Joseph Appiah Darkwa DT/Fr. 85 Isaac Lutz WR/Jr 11 Micah Parsons LB/So. 44 Cameron Pica WR/So. 86 Alec Berger WR/Jr. 12 Brandon Smith LB/Fr. 45 Charlie Katshir LB/Fr. 86 Brenton Strange TE/Fr. 12 Mac Hippenhammer WR/Jr. 46 Nick Tarburton DE/Fr. 87 Pat Freiermuth TE/So. 13 Ellis Brooks LB/So. 47 Tommy Friberg TE/Fr. 88 Dan Chisena WR/Sr. 13 Michael Johnson Jr. QB/Fr. 47 Alex Furmanek LB/Fr 89 Colton Maxwell WR/Jr. 14 QB/So. 48 CJ Holmes S/So. 90 Damion Barber DT/So. 15 Michael Shuster QB/Jr. 49 Daniel Joseph DE/Jr. 90 Rafael Checa K/So. 17 Grayson Kline TE/Fr. 50 Max Chizmar LB/So. 91 Dvon Ellies DT/Fr. 17 Garrett Taylor S/Sr. 50 Will Knutsson OL/Fr. 91 Chris Stoll SN/So. 18 Shaka Toney DE/Jr. 51 Hakeem Beamon DE/Fr. 92 Jake Pinegar K/So. 19 Trent Gordon CB/Fr. 51 Dalton Daddona OL/Fr. 92 Smith Vilbert DE/Fr. 19 Isaac Rumery QB/Fr. 52 Blake Zalar OL/Fr. 93 Blake Gillikin P/K/Sr. 20 Adisa Isaac DE/Fr. 53 Fred Hansard DT/So. 94 Joe Calcagno SN/So. 21 Noah Cain RB/Fr. 53 Rasheed Walker OL/Fr. 95 Vlad Hilling K/Fr. 21 Tyler Rudolph S/Fr. 54 Robert Windsor DT/Fr. 97 PJ Mustipher DT/So. 23 Weston Carr WR/Fr. 55 Antonio Shelton DT/Jr. 97 Sebastain Costantini K/P/Fr. 24 DJ Brown CB/So. 55 Anthony Whigan OL/Jr. 97 Carson Landis K/P/So. 25 Daequan Hardy CB/Fr. 58 Evan Presta DT/So. 98 Bradley King P/So. 26 Jonathan Sutherland S/So. 59 Kaleb Kongius OL/Fr. 98 Dan Vasey DL/LS/So. 27 Jaden Seider S/Fr. 62 Michal Menet OL/Jr. 98 Jordan Stout K/P/So. 27 Aeneas Hawkins DT/Fr. 63 Collin De Boef OL/Fr. 99 Yetur Gross-Matos DE/Jr. 28 Devyn Ford RB/Fr. 65 Hudson Morris OL/Fr. 99 Justin Tobin K/Jr. Wolverines (5-1) No. Name Position/Elig. No. Name Position/Elig. No. Name Position/Elig. 1 Ambry Thomas DB/Jr. 23 Jared Davis DB/Jr. 53 Trente Jones OL/Fr. 2 Carlo Kemp DL/Sr. 23 Quinten Johnson DB/Fr. 54 Kraig Correll OL/So. 2 Jake Moody K/So. 24 Zach Charbonnet RB/Fr. 54 Carl Myers DL/Sr. 2 QB/Sr. 24 Lavert Hill DB/Sr. 55 Nolan Rumler OL/Fr. 3 Jalen Perry DB/Fr. 24 Jake Martin WR/Sr. 57 Joey George DL/So. 3 Brad Robbins P/Jr. 25 Hassan Haskins RB/So. 58 Zach Carpenter OL/Fr. 3 Christian Turner RB/So. 26 J’Marick Woods DB/Jr. 58 Mazi Smith DL/Fr. 4 Nico Collins WR/Jr. 27 Hunter Reynolds DB/Jr. 59 Joel Honigford OL/Jr. 4 Michael Danna DL/Sr. 28 Danny Hughes RB/Fr. 60 Luke Fisher OL/Fr. 5 QB/So. 29 Jordan Glasgow LB/Sr. 61 Dan Jokisch OL/Sr. 5 DJ Turner DB/Fr. 30 Tyler Cochran DB/Sr. 62 Mica Gelb OL/Fr. 6 Cornelius Johnson WR/Fr. 30 Daxton Hill DB/Fr. 64 Mahdi Hazime OL/Fr. 6 Michael Sessa QB/Sr. 31 Vincent Gray DB/So. 66 Chuck Filiaga OL/Jr. 6 Josh Uche LB/Sr. 31 Jack Young WR/Jr. 67 Jess Speight DL/Jr. 7 Tarik Black WR/Jr. 32 Louis Grodman DB/Sr. 68 Andrew Vastardis OL/Sr. 7 LB/Sr. 32 Nolan Knight LB/Fr. 70 Jack Stewart OL/Fr. 8 Ronnie Bell WR/So. 33 Camaron Cheeseman LS/Sr. 71 David Ojabo DL/Fr. 8 Devin Gil LB/Sr. 34 Jordan Anthony LB/Jr. 71 Andrew Stueber OL/Jr. 9 Andy Maddox QB/Fr. 35 Luke Buckman TE/So. 72 Stephen Spanellis OL/Sr. 9 Donovan Peoples-Jones WR/Jr. 36 Ramsey Baty TE/So. 73 Jalen Mayfield OL/So. 9 Joey Velasquez LB/Fr. 37 Dane Drobocky DL/Sr. 74 Ben Bredeson OL/Sr. 10 Dylan McCaffery QB/Jr. 37 Jonathan Lampani LB/Sr. 75 Jon Runyan OL/Sr. 10 Anthony Solomon LB/Fr. 38 Joseph Files TE/Sr. 76 Ryan Hayes OL/So. 12 Cade McNamara QB/Fr. 38 Geoffrey Reeves LB/Sr. 77 Trevor Keegan OL/Fr. 12 Josh Ross LB/Jr. 39 Alan Selzer K/Sr. 78 Griffin Korican OL/Sr. 13 German Green DB/So. 39 Matt Torey WR/So. 79 Greg Robinson OL/Sr. 13 Charles Thomas LB/Fr. 40 Caden Kolesar DB/Fr. 80 Mike Morris DL/Fr. 13 Tru Wilson RB/Sr. 40 Ryan Nelson LB/Jr. 80 Hunter Neff WR/Fr. 14 Josh Metellus DB/Sr. 40 Ben Vansumeren RB/So. 81 Nate Schoenle WR/Sr. 15 Christopher Hinton DL/Fr. 41 John Baty DB/Sr. 81 Will Sessa TE/Fr. 15 Giles Jackson WR/Fr. 41 Adam Fakih LB/Jr. 82 Nick Eubanks TE/Sr. 15 Jacob West WR/Sr. 42 Ben Mason DL/Jr. 82 Desmond Nicholas WR/Sr. 16 Ren Hefley QB/Fr. 43 Jake McCurry WR/Jr. 83 Erick All TE/Fr. 16 Jaylen Kelly-Powell DB/Jr. 43 Andrew Russell DB/Fr. 84 Sean McKeon TE/Sr. 17 Sammy Faustin DB/So. 44 Jared Char RB/Sr. 85 Mustapha Muhammad TE/So. 17 Will Hart P/Sr. 44 Cameron McGrone LB/So. 86 Luke Schoonmaker TE/So. 18 George Caratan P/So. 45 Peter Bush RB/Sr. 89 Carter Selzer TE/Jr. 18 Luiji Vilain DL/Jr. 45 Adam Shibley LB/Jr. 91 Taylor Upshaw DL/So. 18 Brendan White WR/Sr. 46 Matt Brown RB/Jr. 92 Karl Kerska K/P/Fr. 19 Kwity Paye DL/Jr. 49 Keshaun Harris DB/Fr. 92 Phillip Paea DL/Jr. 19 Mike Sainristil WR/Fr. 49 William Wagner LS/Fr. 95 Donovan Jeter DL/Jr. 20 Nicholas Capatina RB/Jr. 50 Michael Onwenu OL/Sr. 96 Julius Welschof DL/So. 20 Brad Hawkins DB/Jr. 51 Ceasr Ruiz OL/Jr. 97 Aidan Hutchinson DL/So. 22 Gemon Green DB/So. 52 Karsen Barnhart OL/Fr. 99 Trey Harper LS/Sr. 99 Gabe Newburg DL/Fr. Ellis Brooks has emerged as key contributor By Ben Feree gap on Jan from an experience on bringing energy. Johnson has helped mold in him Johnson knows the ins and The Daily Collegian standpoint and from a knowledge “I play the game with a lot of a player that is making strides outs of the Penn State defense standpoint.” passion and it’s the biggest thing toward that. and he uses this experience to his Ellis Brooks had a hard time And as Johnson’s Penn State I bring to this defense and how I “He is a guy that has a lot of advantage. putting into words what Jan career is quickly coming to a play the game.” energy, he is a guy that goes after “I think Jan is Steady-Eddie Johnson means to him. close, Brooks is quickly following While they play the same po- the ball, goes hard and is able to and really productive, and you The sophomore linebacker in his footsteps and learning from sition, the two are very different split blocks,” Johnson said. “He know what you’re going to get paused multiple times through- him every step of the way. players, with very different paths can make big plays.” from him, in coverage, in run out his response to make sure he “Jan Johnson has made me to where they are now. Johnson on the other hand has support and in commanding the was able to sum up the impact such a better football player,” Brooks came to Penn State as a a path full of adversity and op- defense,” Franklin said. “I think the oldest linebacker in the Penn Brooks said. “Just having to up four-star recruit and with a ton of portunity in his time as a Nittany Ellis has a lot of those qualities, State program has. But now in his my game and the mature ap- accolades. Lion and entered Penn State as a too. He also has the ability maybe third season with the program, proach I come with to play foot- The linebacker played in the walk-on. Johnson has been able to have a few more splash plays.” Brooks isn’t Johnson’s mentee ball. I have to attack every single Under Armour All-American to establish some of that ‘walk- But according to Micah Par- anymore — he is competing with day, every single drill the way Jan Game, was selected first-team on mentality’ to Brooks, a player sons both Johnson and Brooks him for playing time. In fact, this does.” USA Today All-State as a senior who already outstanding physical bring crucial pieces to the Penn season the two linebackers have Brooks went on to explain how and named VISAA first-team All- attributes. And Brooks is reaping State defense and ultimately that been splitting reps at the ever- Johnson has helped Brooks grow State three times throughout his the benefits this season. is what matters. important mike position. as a complete football player and high school career. The Richmond, Virginia, native “I just think Jan, he’s an overall “I think that’s the thing, where showed him how to do his job as a Brooks was considered one of has 18 tackles this season includ- great player. Really a student of Ellis is growing into what Jan is linebacker, not just as a physical the top linebackers in the country ing 3.5 tackles for loss. Brooks the game,” Micah Parsons said. from an experience and from a playmaker. when he commited two days be- also has 2.5 sacks this season. “He’s obviously the smartest line- knowledge perspective,” Frank- “First and foremost I bring a fore signing day in 2017. Johnson has put up similar backer I ever met and the smart- lin said. “That’s why being able sense of physicality,” Brooks said. He came to Penn State with numbers with 25 tackles this sea- est in the room.” to go one-on-one with those two “The ability to find the ball, make the raw talent to be a big name son, but in Brooks tackles just a Visit collegian.psu.edu to read guys allows Ellis to close the plays. I also like to pride myself player for the Nittany Lions and little bit harder. the full story. The Daily Collegian versus Oct. 17-20, 2019 | Page A3 bACK TO BEAVER Former Penn State wide receivers coach Josh Gattis returns to State College as the offensive coordinator for Michigan By Dylan Jacobs While a lot of the offensive play- The Daily Collegian ers weren’t at Penn State while Gattis was here, they still felt his Michigan offensive coordina- impact. tor Josh Gattis has plenty of his- “He was one of my main re- tory with Penn State and James cruiters when I decided to come Franklin. to Penn State,” wide receiver Ja- Gattis was hired as Vander- han Dotson said. “So it’ll be cool bilt’s wide receivers coach in 2012 to see him.” by Franklin, and when he took the It’s not far fetched to believe head coaching job at Penn State, that Gattis will be taking over as Gattis followed him. head coach somewhere with the At Vanderbilt, his impact was experience he has gotten over seen immediately, turning Jor- the years. Where he’ll end up in dan Matthews into an elite play- the future is a question mark, but maker and making him one of the he’ll be on the sideline of Beaver best wide receivers in program Stadium once again on Saturday. history. Michigan’s offense hasn’t been When he got to State College, great this season under Gattis, he took over a receiving corps but he has shown that he can lead that was led by Geno Lewis, and an offense. immediately he knew what type There’s a strong bond between of coach he would be. Gattis and Franklin, but once “He’s a very passionate coach,” the ball is kicked off, that won’t Lewis told The Daily Collegian. matter. “He really cares for the game, “Obviously coach Gattis wants he wants to win. And he has a to win,” Lewis said. “He wants to way that he teaches things, the beat Penn State. He’s the OC at way that he does. I think he’s a Michigan for a reason. He wants good coach, he gets guys ready. to prove that he’s a great OC and “He’s got a good mindset, and the Alec Cohen/Courtesy of The Michigan Daily show what he brings to the table. I determination to be a great Michigan offensive coordinator Josh Gattis before the game against Middle Tennessee. don’t think there is any bad blood coach.” but Penn State wants to win too.” Lewis, currently a receiver in numerous young players includ- Gattis tried to enhance that that he did when we were togeth- the CFL with the Montreal Alou- ing Chris Godwin and DaeSean family atmosphere right away. er, and again, very, very happy To email reporter: [email protected]. ettes, was a part of a group with Hamilton. “We used to go to his house and for him and his family.” Follow him on Twitter at @DylJacobs. see his family during certain oc- casions, holidays,” Lewis said. “He’s a really chill dude outside of football.” In 2018, he left Penn State to take a job as the offensive co- ordinator at Alabama, and now at Michigan, Lewis knows that Gattis wants to keep going up. “He’s very hungry,” Lewis said. “He’s really determined to keep going up in the ranks and keep going in the right direction.” Now he’s at a major conference foe, but there’s no ill will. “Obviously we’ve got a lot of history with Josh Gattis,” Frank- lin said. “Very happy for him pro- fessionally, very happy for him personally. Obviously a great op- portunity to go be the offensive coordinator at the University of Collegian file photo Michigan. Everybody knows that Collegian file photo Josh Gattis makes a call from the sidelines during the game against we were together for a long time... Josh Gattis addresses a reporter during a press conference on National Akron at Beaver Stadium. I want to thank Josh for the job Signing Day at Beaver Stadium on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016. The White Out leads to moments, but not always success By Benjamin Ferree And this week, Franklin wants next to you, in front of you or crowd might not play as much of named Matt McGloin stepped The Daily Collegian 112,000 people in the stadium. behind you.” a factor as it seems. in for an injured Rob Bolden “I tell people, literally, I’ll have But while the environment This will be the ninth straight and took down Michigan led by As James Franklin looks out at that eight seconds where I’m might be rowdy and inspire the year that the opponent for the . the media from his podium every standing there in the tunnel and Penn State players a little more White Out game is ranked. The incredible catch by Allen week, a simple phrase is repeat- you see it and you hear it, but you than normal, the White Out at- This will be Michigan’s fourth Robinson in 2013 that sent Penn ed. literally feel it,” Franklin said. mosphere by no time entering State to overtime against the Wol- “1-0 this week.” “You literally feel it. I’ll enjoy it for means guaran- “It’s going to be Beaver Stadium verines and ultimately a dramatic Everything Penn State does that eight seconds and then you tees success. for a full stadium victory. is preached to be 1-0, focus on run out and you’re so consumed This Satur- tough for White Out, which The 2016 blocked field goal this week, focus on your one job doing your job from that point day will be the ties Ohio State return for a touchdown that led and everything will take care of on.” 12th full-stadium people who with the most Penn State on its journey to a Big itself. For the current Penn State White Out and times a team has Ten Championship, But this week is always a little players this opportunity to play in the Nittany Lions haven’t played in a White In 2017, against Michigan, different. front of that many fans is a spe- hold a 5-6 record Out atmosphere. Penn State dominated in the “Next week, we need that sta- cial opportunity. the 11 previous experienced it Penn State most lopsided White Out in his- dium and that town rocking likes Offensive lineman Steven Gon- games. to describe it.” has a 2-1 record tory, after an unreal effort from it’s never rocked before,” Frank- zalez described it as a “once-in-a- The first ever against Michi- Saquon Barkley. lin said following Penn State’s win lifetime experience,” while Tariq full stadium gan in White Out And even in defeat for Penn over Iowa. Castro-Fields called it “unreal.” White Out took PJ Mustipher games. State the White Out has produced “I’m talking about like vibrat- But defensive tackle PJ place in 2007 Defensive tackle In the Nittany iconic moments like last season’s ing.” Mustipher was at a loss for words when the Nittany Lions five White 4th and 5 play call, a 2OT loss to It is Penn State’s annual White to describe the experience, Lions hosted ri- Out wins, they Ohio State in 2014 and a loss to Out game and the No. 16 Michi- “It’s going to be tough for peo- val Notre Dame, and after Penn have an average margin of vic- Alabama in 2011. gan Wolverines are coming to ple who haven’t experienced it to State won a convincing 31-10, the tory of 13.3 points. The White Out is a spectacle town. describe it, but it’s like a sea of White Out game has been an an- Even though the Nittany Lions and Franklin will get his wish, Last season, for the Nittany white, just everybody is wearing nual tradition for the program are below .500 in White Out, some State College will be rocking, but Lions game against Ohio State white,” Mustipher said. ever since. of these games have inspired that doesn’t necessarily translate 110,889 people filled into Bea- “Everybody is really loud. And Generally, the White Out game some fantastic moments in Penn into a victory for Penn State. ver Stadium making it the high- for me, that really helps. And for is reserved for Penn State’s best State football history. est attended White Out game in this defense, that really helps opponent of the season, so a In 2010, also against Michi- To email reporter: [email protected]. history. because you can’t hear anybody .500 record isn’t terrible, but the gan, a walk-on quarterback Follow him on Twitter at @BFerree_.

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www.fullingtontours.com Collegian file photo Penn State fans sing Sweet Caroline during the Penn State white out game against Michigan 814-238-1100 at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017. No. 2 Penn State beat Michigan 42-13. Page A4 | Oct. 17-20, 2019 Versus The Daily Collegian Freiermuth’s value goes beyond the stat sheet

By Caleb Wilfinger that his presence on this team The Daily Collegian is more than to just grab touch- downs. As a tight end, he’s meant From a statistical standpoint, to serve a dual role as both an of- Pat Freiermuth has yet to reach fensive weapon and an extension the heights from a year ago. of the offensive line. Through six games, the sopho- After a long summer of work- more tight end has produced ing on his game, the second year inconsistent results for Penn starter has not only improved his State. route running and pass-catching Even though his season got ability, but his in-line blocking has off to a strong start with a career also been an asset in Penn State’s performance against Buffalo — rushing efforts this season. tallying eight receptions for 99 It’s a quality that has not gone yards and two touchdowns in the unnoticed by his coaches. win — Freiermuth has caught “I think the thing about him is just eight passes for a total of 74 he does both things well, where yards in his last four games. you’re going to find some tight But Penn State’s offense has ends that may put up gaudy num- found ways to win, even as one bers in the pass game, but they of Sean Clifford’s favorite targets are not the same type of player in has been going through an adjust- the run game,” James Franklin ment period in his first season as said. “That’s where I think he’s the “go-to” guy. pretty unique because he’s con- “Even though I haven’t been tinued to grow and development getting as many touches as I did in all phases of his game.” Caitlin Lee/Collegian last year, I don’t let that bother me It’s clear that his coaches and as long as we’re winning games,” Pat Freiermuth (87) celebrates scoring a touchdown that was later overturned during the game against Iowa at teammates appreciate what the Freiermuth said. “I think I’ve ad- Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa on Saturday, Oct. 12. young tight end has provided the justed well in that I’m smarter, team, a fact that led to the decision and comfortable within the of- After a true freshman sea- a stellar campaign in 2019, one against Kentucky,” Freiermuth to make him a captain on Penn fense, and that’s something that son in which he finished with a that would justify the preseason said. State after playing in just one full I’ve been working on since I got team-high eight touchdowns, All-America hype that he was “I remember we were in the season. After looking up to Trace here.” Freiermuth was poised to have receiving. red zone and Josh Allen looked McSorley last season, Freier- However, the second year over at me and said, ‘you’re not muth has suddenly found himself player has found that opposing scoring a touch- in a new leadership role as part of defenses have adjusted to his down on this one, a young and inex- tendencies, and are more than we know what “Going into perienced offen- willing to take away the tight you’re about in games knowing sive group. end’s production, even if it means the red zone.’” The first year sending an extra defender In year two, that the defense captain may not at him. Freiermuth and see the ball with “It can definitely be frustrat- tight end coach is going to be the same level of ing at times, but my focus is on Tyler Bowen keyed on me is a consistency as a helping the team win any way I have consistently season ago. can,” Freiermuth said. “Going worked on how new challenge, But as the into games knowing that the de- to counter the but I think I’ve season progress- fense is going to be keyed on me looks that the es, there will is a new challenge, but I think I’ve sophomore tight handled it well.” still be plenty of handled it well.” end has been see- moments when While the attention came as a ing, especially in Pat Freiermuth his leadership surprise initially, Freiermuth has the red zone. Tight End and impact will be gotten used to the hype, especial- This new felt, on and off the ly after receiving plaudits from level of prep- field. his teammates, coaches and the aration worked to “He’s a very mature kid and is media across the perfection in red zone situations one of those guys that has earned country. against Buffalo, even as touches the respect of his teammates,” As he became more of a focal have been harder to come by in Franklin said. “But beyond that, point for Penn State’s offense to- Big Ten play. he’s really also aligned with the ward the end of last season, the It would have been justifiable coaches in terms of what we Merrimac, Massachusetts native if Freiermuth reacted negatively want, what we expect and how noticed the obvious attention he after his touchdown catch last we want the culture driven at this was receiving from opposing de- Saturday against Iowa was wiped program.” Caitlin Lee/Collegian fenses. off the board, despite what the Pat Freiermuth (87) celebrates a touchdown during the Citrus Bowl at “I think I really took notice video replay evidence suggested. To email reporter: [email protected]. Camping World Stadium on Tuesday, Jan. 1. of it in that [Citrus Bowl] game But Freiermuth understands Follow him on Twitter at: @caleb_wilfinger. The Daily Collegian versus Oct. 17-20, 2019 | Page A5 Gillikin’s success reaches beyond the field

By Evan Patrick but his achievements away from at the hospital…. I’m just really The Daily Collegian football are even more impres- trying to get more experience in sive and telling of his character. the healthcare field and figure As a punter, Blake Gillikin This summer, Gillikin was out what I really like and where I doesn’t see the field nearly as named a nominee for the AllState want my career to go.”” much as his other teammates. AFCA Good Works Team for play- Franklin and the Penn State When he does take the field, he ers who stood out for their lead- football staff pride themselves on impresses more often than not. ership in local communities and molding well-rounded individuals But because he plays at one overall commitment to giving on and off the field — and Gillikin of the most iconic venues in col- back. is a perfect example of the pro- lege football at one of the biggest “It’s a tremendous honor, gram’s emphasis on finding pas- universities nationwide, he has a there’s so much more than play- sions outside of football. platform — and it’s one he feels ing football and going to school, Regardless of how talented or obligated to use. and being on this stage you can successful of a player is, a football “I think that’s the really unique affect change in so many differ- career isn’t something that will thing about being a college foot- ent ways,” Gillikin said. “We’ll go last forever. ball player is you affect change out in the community and we’ll “I think that’s a huge part of on a platform and people who visit children’s hospitals up in our responsibility and our job as don’t use that platform are kind of Pennsylvania, we’ll go to schools coaches is to help these guys as wasting the time they’re given,” and read to kids and answer early in their career as possible Gillikin said. questions, kind of give them our to [figure out] what they’re gonna Maybe it’s his willingness to perspective.” do in life after football,” Frank- use that platform or maybe it’s Gillikin has proven to be a lin said. “For Blake it was pretty his success as a punter, but in his smart, thoughtful and hard work- obvious, very early on what he three-plus years at Penn State, ing individual — a hard balance to wanted to do.” Gillikin has already endeared achieve while being an Academic himself with the Nittany Lion All-American and Division I *** faithful as one of the team’s most athlete. In the town of Smyrna, Georgia, beloved players. The senior captain also has Blake Gillikin grew up with his He is arguably the school’s massive aspirations for when his twin brother Tyler, and Blake’s most accomplished punter and time playing football comes to a love for special teams was both one of the program’s best special close. infectious and admittedly born teams players of all-time. “He wants to be a doctor, he’s out of necessity. But his success doesn’t stop got a 4.0, he’s done extremely “We grew up playing every- when he steps well and this thing together,” Tyler Gillikin told off the field. In summer he was the Daily Collegian. “The only six full semes- able to shadow reason I really got into snapping ters thus far, Gil- “It’s a tremendous a doctor,” James was because he was a punter — it likin has never honor, there’s so Franklin said. was either I go out and shag for failed to post a “He was describ- him or I could actually work on 4.0 grade point much more than ing some of the something.” average. playing football and things he sat in The work that the two put in to As a fresh- on, with saws punting while growing didn’t just man he received going to school, and things like pay off for Blake in the end. the President’s and being on this that — I don’t Tyler also ended up playing Big Freshman know if would Ten football and is currently the Award recogniz- stage you can affect want to do but long snapper at Northwestern. Ken Minamoto/Organization ing students for change in so many it’s a great expe- He said the competitive nature Blake Gillikin (93) punts the ball during the Penn State Blue-White game academic ex- rience for him.” between him and his brother was at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, April 13. cellence, and in different ways.” Gillikin is on mutually beneficial and a big rea- 2018 he was the track to go to son for each of their success in studies microbiology at North- tion battle that led to the Nittany Blake Gillikin first punter in medical school their football careers as well as in western and is similarly talented Lions’ first win against a ranked school history Punter and this sum- the classroom. in school, receiving Academic All- opponent on the road under to be named an mer he spent “Kinesiology is a great major Big Ten honors each of the last Franklin. Academic All- as much, if not for him [Blake] because it’s re- two years. But it hasn’t always been American. more, time in a ally all about the movement of the Tyler has been keeping tabs smooth sailing for the punter. The senior ranks No. 1 in ca- professional setting as compared body and it’s something that’s re- on his brother’s senior season Last season Gillikin wasn’t reer punting average in Penn to on the football field. ally interesting,” Tyler said. at Penn State whenever he can happy with his performance and State history with 43.17 yards per “I had an internship class this “I think he’s done a great job and was especially proud of a lot of that was due to his inhib- punt, he’s the only player in pro- summer where I needed to ac- of looking to see if that’s exactly what Blake was able to do last ited preparation leading up to the gram history with six punts of 65 cumulate 270 hours of internship what he wants to do and I think Saturday against Iowa. first week. yards or more and the only player experience, which is a pretty he’s pretty much found that that’s In that game, arguably his best “Last season was probably my with three 70-plus yard punts in good amount, it’s about 30 hours the path he really wants to take… of the season, Gillikin landed five most inconsistent,” Blake said. “I their career — and he did it in a per week,” Gillikin said. “So I He’s always been interested in of his seven punts inside the 20- didn’t really get the preparation I single season. spent half my time at a physi- medicine and he does want to yard line, one of which was at the wanted going into the season due What Gillikin has accomplished cal therapy clinic, and half my go to med school, and I guess I’ll four yard line, and another inside to a couple different injuries.” on the field in his collegiate ca- time shadowing our orthopedic meet him there.” the 10. 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PENN STATE VS. Michigan

Collegian file photo , head coach of the Michigan football team, calls plays during the Penn State white out game against Michigan at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017. No.2 Penn State beat Michigan 42-13. How has Michigan fared in big games? The Spartans were one of the field with one second to play. the Outback Bowl. By: Caleb Wilfinger best teams in the country and After a Michigan field goal The Daily Collegian boasted an undefeated record of opened the overtime period, a 2018 vs. their own going into the game. controversial fourth-down carry When Jim Harbaugh arrived This wave of momentum carried by Buckeyes quarterback J.T. No. 10 Ohio State GAME INFO at Michigan in 2015, it was seen into the fourth quarter, as Michi- Barrett kept the Ohio State drive This game didn’t quite have the as a watershed moment for a gan State outscored the Wolver- alive. would score level of hype of the 2016 contest, Penn State vs. Michigan but it was pretty close. Time: 7:30 p.m. Saturday program that had been trending ines 13-3 in the final period to on a 15-yard touchdown run on in the wrong direction for the steal a victory in Ann Arbour. the very next play. Michigan boasted the No. 4 Place: Beaver Stadium ranking coming into the game better part of a decade. The loss came in excruciating Harbaugh would later criticize TV: ABC and the Wolverines were riding a Over four years later, the re- fashion for Michigan as the Spar- the officiating after the game, but Spread: Penn State -9 10-game winning streak into Co- sults have not exactly reflected tans forced a fumble on a botched it wasn’t going to change the end Over/under: 47 lumbus, having rattled off wins what was promised at the onset. punt attempt, and Jalen Watts- result. over ranked Wisconsin, Michigan Harbaugh has been in many Jackson ran it back 38 yards for a He fell to 0-2 against the touchdown as the clock expired. Buckeyes as Michigan’s coach. State and Penn State. big games as a coach at Michi- Once again, Michigan was one To this day it remains one of gan, but he has not experienced win over its arch-rival away from the most surprising finishes in any sort of consistent success 2017 vs. No. 2 Penn State clinching a Big Ten East title, and recent college football history. in those games against elite The last time the Wolverines a chance at the College Football PLAYERS Michigan would finish 10-3 that opposition. entered Beaver Stadium, they Playoff. season, but this game was one of Harbaugh is in his fifth sea- were trending in a completely dif- And once again, the Wolverines two losses to rivals that season TO WATCH son at Michigan now, and the ferent direction than Penn State. came up short. Wolverines have no Big Ten for Harbaugh and the Wolverines. The Nittany Lions were riding Michigan’s top-ranked de- titles and or College Football high after their strong start to the fense was shredded by Dwayne Penn State: 2016 vs. No. 2 Ohio State season, while Michigan came in S Lamont Wade Playoff appearances to show for Haskins and the Ohio State of- it. The 2016 season was primed without any momentum following fense, falling 62-39 at the Horse- He also has a 1-9 record to be a banner year for Michi- an overtime victory over Indiana. Wade has been a crucial part shoe. Harbaugh would later ex- against AP Top 10 teams and a gan, and the Wolverines carried After Penn State started quick- of the Penn State secondary press embarrassment after the 0-4 record against Ohio State. the No. 3 ranking into a highly- ly, the Wolverines responded with through the first half of the sea- game as his team was dominated As fans in Ann Arbor grow anticipated showdown with sec- two quick touchdowns to cut the son. Wade has 29 total tackles from start-to-finish in its biggest more restless with each week, ond-ranked Ohio State, with the lead to one at the half. game of the year. and has been a big reason why winner advancing to the Big Ten The second half was far more the Penn State secondary has here’s a look at four notable The Wolverines were slight Michigan losses in the Big Ten championship game. one-sided, with Penn State scor- favorites heading into the game, been only allowing 205 pass Michigan quarterback Wilton ing 28 straight points to hand yards per game. under Harbaugh. but the result was still the same. Speight was banged-up entering Michigan its second loss of the Michigan was sent home with a 2015 vs. the game, but was able to play year, derailing the Wolverines’ 10-2 regular season record and an through it and was effective in his chances at a Big Ten title. invite to the Peach Bowl, where Michigan: No. 4 Michigan State first game in the Horseshoe. Harbaugh’s side would nev- the Wolverines would fall 41-15 to RB Zach Charbonnet Michigan had won five of its In fact, the Wolverines held a er recover, eventually falling a motivated Florida team. first six games heading into three-point lead at the half, and in three consecutive games to The freshman running back this highly anticipated matchup in the fourth quarter, but an Ohio end the year with an 8-5 record To email reporter: [email protected]. is coming into Beaver Stadium against an in-state rival. State tied the game on a 23-yard and a loss to South Carolina in Follow him on Twitter at @caleb_wilfinger. averaging 4.8 yards per carry but he hasn’t faced a run de- fense like Penn State’s. The run- ning back will need to have a big game to take pressure off Shea PSU playing ‘championship level defense’ Patterson. By Evan Patrick the best defense in the country,” The Daily CollegiaN defensive tackle PJ Mustipher said. “It wasn’t just one unit, it Before the start of the 2019 was all the units coming together, BY THE season, all the hype for this Penn making that decision, and then State team was around the de- going out and executing during fensive side of the ball. the off-season — it’s definitely NUMBERS Now, at the halfway point of paid dividends so far in the sea- the season, the Nittany Lions son, and we’re just going to con- defense ranks towards the top of tinue to grow each week.” 1 the charts for a lot of defensive Penn State’s defense has only statistics and is arguably one Rushing Defense allowed one rushing touchdown of the country’s best defensive Teams simply can’t run the this season. units. ball against the Nittany Lions from what we’ve seen so far this Overall season, and a lot of that is thanks In scoring defense, Penn State to the ability of the defensive line 4 is the No. 2 ranked team in the to disrupt run blocking. Penn State has the No. 3 This is the fourth time that FBS, giving up an average of ranked run defense in terms of Michigan will be visiting Beaver just 8.4 points per game through six games which trails only rush yards conceded per game Stadium for the White Out game Caitlin Lee/Collegian which ties Ohio State for the Wisconsin. with 53.8. most appearances. The red zone defense has been The linebacking corps has Penn State linebacker Cam Brown (6) celebrates forcing a punt during an area where the team has also been a vital part of the run the game against Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. thrived, which is a big reason for defense due to the group’s speed the success in scoring defense. and ability to track down backs The defense is also tied for in the FBS. The Nittany Lions 42 The Nittany Lions have on the outside. fifth in the FBS with eight forced have also given up 205.8 yards more games played (6) than The Nittany Lions have given fumbles on the season. per game in the air, which holds Penn State is averaging 42 touchdowns conceded (5). up just a single rushing touch- up similarly to the completion points per game this season and The defense’s red zone down all season, and none in the Passing Defense percentage in FBS rankings. are averaging 6.6 yards per play. capabilities were on full display last three games. Opponents are completing The pass rush is an area where against Pitt in week three when Only one team in the nation, just 57.4 percent of their passes the defense is elite in terms of Penn State kept the Panthers Georgia (zero rushing TDs against Penn State, but the air pass defense. out of the endzone on four con- allowed), has been better in attack is where teams will have to With 27 sacks on the year, the secutive plays late in the fourth terms of keeping opposing run- beat this defense if they hope to Nittany Lions are second in the 31 quarter in a goal to go situation. ners out of the endzone. come away with points. nation behind Ohio State’s 28 “When you put in the work “I think that we’re pretty The pass defense has been which is largely thanks to defen- Linebacker Micah Parsons all off-season, you know it’s committed to stopping the run,” good, but not great like the run sive end who has 8.5 leads the defense with 31 total definitely nice to have something Linebacker Jan Johnson said. defense has. alone. tackles this season. to show for it and I think coming “We’ve had a lot of success with The 57.4 opposition completion Visit collegian.psu.edu to read into the season, we wanted to be that.“ percentage is outside the top 30 the full story. Dylan Jacobs Caleb Wilfinger Ben Ferree Evan Patrick Guest Picker: What to watch What to watch What to watch What to watch Lindsey Toomer for: The last three for: After going to for: It will once for: This game will What to watch meetings have not Kinnick Stadium again be a defen- be determined by for: Penn State’s been close, but I and coming out sive, physical bat- which offense can offense should be don’t expect this with a victory, tle for this Penn get rolling first. able to score on one to be like that. Penn State’s State team and Penn State should Michigan’s Michigan’s defense defense should be once again the be able to do defense. Penn will keep them in just as convincing Nittany Lions enough on offense State’s defense Jacobs it, but Penn State’s Wilfinger as Saturday. I Ferree defense will cause Patrick at home and the should continue to defense will be the difference again. expect the Nittany Lions to run the havoc for the White Out will Toomer hold strong — The offense will be able to just ball and Sean Clifford to perform Michigan offense and lead Penn enhance an already lights-out especially in a enough at home. well in his first White Out game. State to a huge White Out win. defense. White Out. Score: Penn State 27, Michigan Score: Penn State 24, Michigan Score: Penn State 20, Michigan Score: Penn State 20, Michigan Score: Penn State 35, Michigan 14 13 10 13 21 Vol. 120, No. 16 Oct. 17-20, 2019 Beyond the canvas By Morayo Ogunbayo to share things like old canvases, espe- For the Collegian cially in the service of another student’s experimentation. In Penn State’s School of Visual Arts She said that there is a pile in the hall- (SOVA), collaboration is key. Unlike some way full of canvases students aren’t using Penn State schools and colleges, a com- anymore, which other students are free petitive nature does not follow into SOVA. to take. While many students are aware of the “Sometimes people will just ask ‘hey is work SOVA produces and may even have this stretcher’ free, and it’s kind of like a friends in the school, most of the greater used or borrowed type of thing,” she said. student body is unaware of how much SOVA’s close-knit nature, however, work is put into each individual piece. comes from the huge amount of time they However, if one were to ask a student in spend in their studios each day, accord- the school, they will tell you that their ing to Cole. best works were made possible by their “It’s definitely important to allot an fellow artists. amount of time to be up here every day Each student accepted into SOVA’s – we’re expected to stay up here a lot,” BFA program is given their own small she said. “It’s definitely really cool to see studio area, where they are expected to what everyone has to bring to the table come for 10 hours or more hours each and how different everyone’s art is.” week to work on their individual projects. In the studio of Jules Edelmann , she In this large studio room, each of the art- was watching an old episode of New Girl ists slowly become collaborators with one while she painted over one of her draw- another. ings. They borrow each other’s old canvases “I came into Penn State as an art ed- or help someone to cover up an old paint- ucation major. I decided last year that I ing. Acts like these are not unusual in the wanted to double major, and do the BFA studio, and help to create the close knit and art education,” Edelmann (junior- nature felt throughout. drawing and painting/art education) said. If someone were to walk into the stu- “So you can apply every semester, when- dio, they may notice that it is quiet to the ever you feel like you’re ready and you drawing and painting, she makes ceram- light, which is like a basis of plein air point that it almost seems empty. Past have enough stuff to show.” ics as well. painting,” Resenow said. “I really like to the smaller individual studios, they could When discussing the work in her room, Tom Rosenow, another student, origi- get those grander scenes.” see all the students at work, with the she said that some of it was her stu- nally started at Maryland Institute Col- The energy at Penn State has been dif- walls of each individual studio covered in dio mate’s, further illustrating SOVA’s lege of Art, and is currently at his second ferent than at MICA, due to the promi- projects. collaborative nature. year at Penn State’s SOVA. nence put on collaborative work and Students will sometimes use old can- “From there, all of this is mine,” she “I started off thinking I wanted to do il- ideas. He said, for example, if he were to vases from fellow artists for their own said, gesturing to half of the room. “But lustration, but then found out that more ever run out of a paint color, others in the work. the rest of it is my studiomate’s.” physical means of image creation are studio will gladly fill his palette. “I’m kind of interested with the texture While a lot of their work is for specific more important to me, so now I’m deep “Everybody is just awesome, that’s underneath and how that comes through projects in classes, Edelmann explained in fine arts as a painting and drawing just the general baseline of it,” Resenow in my painting, so I’m not taking the origi- how all of their work goes toward their major,” Resenow (senior - drawing and said, “People are really excited to pop-in nal canvas off because I want the texture final project or portfolio. painting) said. and talk about work, discuss ideas we’re of her paint to show through,” Megan “I’m not taking any drawing or painting Resenow considers himself to be a having, ways to improve our work. At Cole said. classes this semester, so this is all on my plein air painter, which is a French style the last art school I was at, people were Cole (junior-drawing and painting) own time,” she said. of open space landscape painting. a little more competitive – but I feel like said students in SOVA are often willing While Edelmann specializes in “I really like particular moments in everyone here is on the same team.” Photos by Reagan Kathleen Mulholland and Samantha Wilson/Collegian

What-A-Blast Laser Tag entertains community By Kyle Hutchinson have his own business. He had friends to What-A-Blast to cel- others do the same. comfortable waiting room, and For the Collegian been friends with the previ- ebrate her 18th birthday. She said “I think it was worth it to cel- the option to play songs he want- ous owner of What-a-Blast, and she had a great experience, and ebrate with some laser tag. I ed from his phone. Despite now being hidden in when he found out the owner praised the variety of game op- definitely recommend for any “The ability to choose our own McAllister Alley, What-a-Blast was leaving State College and tions. students looking to make their music as we played the games Laser Tag has been entertain- looking to sell, Ross knew he “I just think it’s cool that there night exciting to pay them a visit,” was really cool,” Wurapa said. ing students and residents alike wanted in. was so many different ways to Merrill said. Although State College has a in downtown State College since “With a recent Smeal MBA fo- play with all my friends, and Mawunyo Wurapa visited with lot to do, it does lack in hands- 2001. cus in entrepreneurship, it was the modes could change every a few friends for fun, and praised on, active-based activities off Brad Ross, owner and opera- an opportunity I couldn’t pass round,” Merrill (freshman-biobe- the environment of the laser tag campus that are independent tor of the venue since 2008, said up,” Ross said, “I ended my great havioral health) said. arena, and the “hospitality” of from Penn State, according he values the enjoyment laser tag day job and actively embraced Laser tag games include free- Ross. to Wurapa. Especially in the adds to the community. the awesome, fun and exciting la- for-all, teams and the intense “He seemed like a very polite, midst of difficult midterms, he “Having fun with friends and ser tag business.” ‘zombie’ mode, where one player friendly, extraverted guy, [and] said he believes laser tag is a family at any age at an activity Although in the middle of a col- in the group starts out infected welcoming and eager to help” good way to blow off stress and like laser tag is an irreplaceable, lege town, What-a-Blast attracts a and continues to go after the Wurapa (freshman-division of un- relax. beyond-special bonding time that diverse group of people to join in others until everyone has been dergraduate studies) said. “It’s good, fun exercise and is never forgotten,” Ross, a grad- on the fun. Students, young kids, turned — culminating in an in- Wurapa additionally enjoyed anyone can do it,” Wurapa said. uate of the Smeal School of Busi- birthday groups and even adults tense round. She said she was features such as the detailed, “After you’ll sleep well, and can ness at Penn State, said. in workplace outings will attend. glad to have a good time with obstacle-filled arena, the qual- hit your classes hard — or wake Ross had always wanted to Jasmine Merrill went with her her friends, and recommended ity of the gear, the simple yet up late.” Page B2 | Oct. 17-20, 2019 local The Daily Collegian pre-gameday blues

Briana San Diego/Collegian College GameDay begins setting up on HUB Lawn on Wednesday, Oct. 16 in preparation for Saturday’s game against Michigan for this year’s White Out. Inside the world of Opulence

By Becky Marcinko art and performance, rather than The Daily Collegian feeling the need to own expensive wigs, makeup, and outfits. The drag scene has gained pop- “Not every person interested ularity over recent years, as some in drag can get decorated in may see in reality shows like “Ru- high quality labels or famous Paul’s Drag Race.” designers,” Eke said. “Like most people, my first Moreover, Hill said she thinks exposure to drag was through the drag community is a unique, RuPaul’s Drag Race,” Jared inclusive place at a school where McAnany , or also known as his many find pressure to conform to drag name Imogen Kusama, said. social norms of football, partying “But I had never envisioned my- and Greek life. self doing drag until after seeing a “I love the drag scene at Penn drag show for the first time.” State and I don’t have words to The culture can even be seen at describe how honored I am to be Penn State, and that is because of a key part of it,” Hill said. “It has Opulence. grown so much in just the four On campus, Opulence serves years I’ve been here, with mul- as Penn State’s Drag Ambassa- tiple sold-out HUB drag shows dors. The club holds meetings, with hundreds of people every drag race and documentary year.” viewing parties, and drag shows. She said she is thrilled at the “The drag scene at Penn State Lily LaRegina/Collegian growth of drag in mainstream is truly one of a kind,” Amara Drag queens who performed in the show presented by Asylum and Opulence stand together at the end of the culture, because it serves as an Eke, vice president of Opulence show in Heritage Hall in the HUB-Robeson Center on Saturday, March 23. exposure to more queer-centric said. “The talent that I’ve seen art. come out of State College is com- lacked growing up, so it’s so im- than that of “RuPaul’s Drag helps organize Opulence collabo- “[As drag becomes more main- parable to the drag scene in New portant that they find these com- Race,” and inspired him to begin rations with other LGBTQIA+ stream], more conversations York City.” munities and create their own performing. organizations on campus. will be had about societal gen- Seneca Hill serves as the cur- support systems,” Hill said. “I talk about her all the time, Many performers like McAna- der norms and the work that still rent president of Opulence. As the president of Opulence, but Absinthe’s [another queen ny are attracted to drag for the needs to be done with uplifting Though she is not a performer Hill is responsible for planning at Penn State] performance at creativity based around the art. our trans siblings and breaking herself, she still is heavily im- regular drag shows, workshops the HUB show last year really As a high school theater kid, he down some of those barriers,” mersed in the drag scene at Penn and socials on campus. Along was the turning point for me,” felt his creativity was restricted. Hill said. State. with that, she hold herself respon- McAnany (sophomore- english “I wasn’t creating anything, I Opulence holds meetings at 7 “I never even knew what drag sible for fostering a safe space on and sociology) said.” She did ev- was really just being directed, but p.m. every other Tuesday in 106 was until my friend invited me campus. erything you’re not supposed to with drag, there’s so much free- Sackett. The next meeting will be to go to a Valentine’s Day drag “I try to ensure everyone feels do on “Drag Race,” and she did dom to do really whatever you held Oct. 15. show with him during my fresh- like they are an equal part of the it so beautifully, and I knew that want,” McAnany said. “You are Meetings are all-inclusive, man year,” Hill (senior- animal drag community, because they that was something I wanted the director, the costume design- even to people who do not have an science) said. “It was at a small are, and that they are able to ex- to do. [She was] something un- er, the hair and makeup team, all interest in performing or knowl- venue downtown and was a press themselves in their truest expected, something scary and of it is you and the character you edge and experience with drag life-changing experience, they form and are celebrated for their beautiful all at the same time.” create.” and makeup. haven’t been able to get rid of me differences,” Hill said. “I strive to Eke (junior- fine arts), whose Eke also said she loves drag The next drag show organized since.” spread the word about drag and drag name is Miss God, is an art- for the artistry and creativity by Opulence will be at 8 p.m. on Hill said she was immediately in doing so, continue the con- ist who said drag combines many required. Oct. 25 in 105 Forum, and it is attracted to the care-free envi- versation surrounding societal artistic elements on stage. “My favorite part about drag free. ronment at her first drag show, gender norms.” “As a creative type, to see cre- is that it can be self-defined and “Drag is just such a unique and and she knew she needed to be- Jared McAnany , also known ativity come to life on stage com- made to be whatever you want exciting art form, [and] I love see- come more involved. She said she as his drag name Imogen Kusa- bining makeup, performance, and your fantasy to be,” Eke said. ing what every performer brings has found a family within the drag ma, also had a similar experi- visual art, while also celebrating “It’s such an amazing creative to the stage, because it’s always community, and she believes they ence with his first immersion love and queerness; it felt like outlet that feels liberating to the different and always comes from are lifelong friends. into the drag community at Penn drag was calling my name,” Eke performers and the audience as the heart,” Hill said. “It’s an incredibly supportive State. He said Opulence’s first said. well.” family-like environment, and show in 2018 exposed him to Eke helps Hill in planning drag However, Eke said she thinks To email reporter: [email protected]. it’s something many queer kids more alternative styles of drag shows and events. Also, Eke the focus of drag should be on the Follow her on Twitter at @BeckyMarcinko. Dance Dance Maniacs step up their game Lilly Riddle This semester’s competition Tube videos of the arrows and she always makes time to come played,” Sun (junior-digital arts) For the Collegian will take place at the end of the moving my feet to them.” to the meetings. said. “It has helped me become month. DDR has also helped the club’s “I didn’t even know it was a more confident though, less intro- Many different sounds can be Cooley visited the Pollock Rec secretary, Cathy Sun, to relax and club at first. I just thought there verted. I can easily talk to strang- heard in the Pollock Rec Room — Room while visiting the Penn meet new people. was a friend group who liked to do ers now, which isn’t really some- students conversing, ping pong State campus for a program to Depending on her school work- this together at night, and I was thing I would have been able to do balls bouncing and feet stomping explore different majors, and saw load, she adjusts the amount of really intimidated. I remember I otherwise. And I’ve made a lot of on the Dance Dance Revolution the machine every time he left time she spends practicing, but didn’t want people looking while I friends because of it.” machine. from dinner. Every Thursday at 8 p.m., the “My friend and I gave it a try, Dance Dance Maniacs, a club for and then it just became a rou- Penn State students who want to tine. I found out I really liked it,” step up their Dance Dance Revo- Cooley said. lution game, meet in the Pollock Cooley usually practices every Rec Room to practice and eat day, but increases his practice- pizza. load in the weeks leading up to a The dancing can go on well into competition. the night, so as the homework- Allen Lee, the publicist of the ers and ping-pongers leave, the Dance Dance Maniacs, joined Dance Dance Maniacs step on. the club after a more drawn-out Lamar Cooley, the president, fascination with the machine. said there are three main compe- “I used to watch these insane titions the group goes to through- YouTube videos of people playing out the year to show off what it’s the hardest songs in the game, been working on. and I promised myself that if “One really big one is in Janu- I ever saw or lived near one of ary or February, and it’s held here those machines, I would get re- in the Rec Room. People from ally good at it,” Lee (sophomore- all over the world come. Then business) said. there’s another even bigger one “When I got my first 99 on a in Illinois, which we all travel to song, it motivated me to keep together,” Cooley (junior-cyberse- pushing forward with it. I had curity) said. “There’s also a more been working really hard to not Aabha Vora/Collegian local one, which happens once a miss any of the notes, and I pre- Zachary West and Nicholas Muriel play the Dance Dance Revolution game in Pollock Commons on Wednes- semester.” pared for weeks by watching You- day, Sept 20, 2017. OPINIONElena Rose Lindsey Toomer Colsen Ackroyd Oct. 17-20, 2019 Editor in Chief Opinion Page Editor Business Manager Page B3 PSU shouldn’t forget to appreciate College GameDay

James Madisons of the ollege GameDay OUR VIEW world — that make the C show as special as it is. is making another trip to Because when it comes Happy Valley — and stu- Students and fans should be grateful that down to it, it’s the fans dents need to remember and the atmosphere they not to take this for granted GameDay continues to return to Happy Valley create surrounding the set and to enjoy the of the show that makes it experience. to fellow Penn State and to disappear if Penn State tinues to come back. something people want to For the third year in a GameDay fans — espe- starts to normalize the Just take for example tune into every week. row, College GameDay will cially those waiting in line idea of the show return- Washington State last Year after year, Penn host its show at Penn State together to get a good spot ing every year. Current season. GameDay visited State football has entirely for the White Out game. early in the morning. Penn State juniors haven’t Pullman, Washington in new teams with new play- While it may start to feel When the show was experienced a football the midst of trips to Michi- ers. But the fans stay the commonplace, it is impor- here for the White Out in season without a visit gan, Georgia and LSU — same. GameDay returning tant not to forget that this 2017, it was the first time from GameDay. But it’s schools that have become shows that the team con- is a unique experience and GameDay returned after important for that special go-to stops each year. For tinues to perform and fans to appreciate it for what it the Jerry Sandusky sex feeling GameDay brings the first time and, to be continue to show. is. abuse case and sanctions to never go away — even honest, the show probably It doesn’t matter who GameDay is a rare op- were placed on Penn if the show continues to won’t be returning to the is on the field, Penn State portunity for Penn State to State’s football program. return year after year as land of Mike Leach any- fans don’t slow down be in a national spotlight, Naturally, many were the Nittany Lion program time soon. regardless of the season. and students and fans very enthusiastic and continues its ascension to But the analysts all said Especially at a White alike should remember excited to see the show the upper echelon of the last year how much they Out game, the energy of this and ensure the univer- return — and this energy college football universe. enjoyed their experience Penn State fans is like sity is represented in the seems to have continued Most schools do not at Washington State. It’s nothing else — and it is a best way possible. since. have the opportunity to the small schools — like great part of Penn State It is also important to But the spirit surround- experience GameDay and the Washington States, to broadcast to a national be respectful and kind ing GameDay may start Penn State is lucky it con- Boston Colleges and audience.

MY VIEW | Madeline Messa Greta Thunberg: Why we should support young activists

Collegian Inc. James Building, 123 S. Burrowes St. When asked about their She was a popular choice outrageously implied that people in defense of Thunberg State College, PA 16801-3882 ©2019 Collegian Inc. political interests or why they when she was nominated for someone under 18 cannot have and young activists. Thunberg want to see improvements in the Nobel Peace Prize, which a mind of their own. did not win the Nobel Peace Prize, but her nomination at Board of Editors the world, peo- was instead awarded to the Additionally, a high school Editor in Chief ple often say Ethiopian prime minister.Her chemistry teacher from Iowa only 16 years old is Elena Rose they care about abrasive words to the U.N. made a threatening Facebook groundbreaking. Managing Editor future genera- caught people’s attention. comment that he would not Fox acknowledged its guest’s Tyler King tions. Why com- “This is all attend a rally remark and swiftly apologized Digital Managing Editor bat climate wrong. I “To those who say the where Thun- for it, and the teacher who David Eckert change? So our shouldn’t be up youth have no place in berg would made a threatening comment Opinions Editor children have here. I should politics and no say in be present was held accountable as well. and News Social Media Editor clean air. Why be back in because he We should be empowering Lindsey Toomer Messa their future, I have the News Editor gun control? So school on the did not “have our youth, not wagging a finger same words as Thun- at them and telling them Maddie Aiken our children feel safe at school. other side of [his] sniper Assistant News Editor Why then, if we care about the ocean. Yet berg did for the U.N.: rifle.” they’re too young to know any- thing. They are the future gen- Lauren Fox future generations, do we dis- you all come to The teach- How dare you. ” eration that we claim to care Features & Investigation Editor credit the very children that us young peo- er was put on Lilly Forsyth so much about, therefore they comprise them? ple for hope. Madeline Messa administra- Arts & Lifestyle Editor deserve the endorsement they Young activists have been How dare you!” tive leave Chelsea Kun are promised. making political headway, but she said. and resigned Sports Editor We tell kids to reach for the they are often met with dis- While there is soon after. The comment, Matt Lingerman stars, to run for president, to couragement rather than support for the outspoken though abhorrent, is not Assistant Sports Editor change the world. But they are enthusiasm. Greta Thunberg, teenager, there is also hostility unusual. The YouTube video of Jake Aferiat rejected when they make Assistant Sports Editor for example, has been dealt toward her. Thunberg’s scolding speech to headway. Shane Connelly harsh criticism. Thunberg is a Fox News apologized after a the U.N. has more dislikes To those who say the youth Football Editor guest referred to Thunberg as 16-year-old Swedish girl who than likes and has many com- have no place in politics and no Dylan Jacobs has garnered worldwide recog- “a mentally ill Swedish child ments under it that mock the say in their future, I have the Multimedia Editor nition for being an who is being exploited by her activist and use her age to dis- same words as Thunberg did Jack Hirsh environmental activist. parents.” The guest was imme- credit her . Some criticism is for the U.N.: How dare you. 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Pictured: Callum Pritchatt Photo Credit: Noah Riffe/Collegian pitch perfect With only one loss in their last 10 matches, the Nittany Lions are proving to be true Big Ten title contenders By David Pollak fans and those determining as to to try things in the final third,” third of the night. Penn State commanded a three The Daily Collegian whether Penn State is legitimate, Pritchatt said. “Sometimes they However, it wouldn’t have hap- goal lead with 40 minutes remain- the Nittany Lions’ performance don’t always come off, but coach pened without winning a few ing and held a lethal Pitt team to In recent weeks, Liam Butts tonight was a showing of quality preaches a lot that in the final headers in the midfield. a shutout for 83 minutes. has been the star of the Penn over quantity. third that’s the place to take risks. Adam Laundree headed the However, coach Jeff Cook not- State attack. Molloy and Butts did account Sometimes you get the rewards ball towards the midfield, where ed that he thought his side han- He scored for two of the three goals on the for it and luckily that happened Pierre Reedy was able to head dled the lead well until the last 15 again tonight for night, but in soccer sometimes today with the penalty kick.” the ball into Watson’s path, in be- minutes or so of the match. MEN’S his sixth goal of it’s what doesn’t show up on the Moving forward, Pritchatt stat- hind the Pitt backline for a tap in. This is when he subbed out SOCCER the season, but stat sheet that has a greater im- ed that it was a huge relief for him It’s the little things like winning some of his players such as the match against pact. to find himself on the scoresheet a few headers that can be the dif- Reedy, Molloy and Watson to con- Pitt was one of Penn State’s most For instance, Molloy put Penn against Northwestern and then ference in earning a point, three serve their minutes. In return, balanced attacks against a qual- State on top because of a shifty to have a part in Molloy’s goal to- points or ending in defeat. this made the game “a little more erratic than he would’ve liked.” ity opponent this season. move inside the box by midfielder night, as well. Christian Sload started along While it’s great for Penn State In their 3-1 victory over Pitt, it Callum Pritchatt. Pritchett also “I’ve been kind of waiting for it Butts tonight and while he may for Liam Butts to be in form, it’s was a slow first 25 minutes, but scored a beautiful bending shot to and hoping that it had been com- not have been on the scoresheet important to produce balanced the Nittany Lions found their the back post in the 3-2 win over ing,” Pritchatt said. “You just got in the end, he created havoc with attacking nights like tonight groove by creating turnovers Northwestern. to try and stay confident in that his speed. against the Panthers later in the with their high pressure. With essentially setting up Mol- it’s going to come at some point. In one instance, Sload used his season, such as the Big Ten tour- Although Penn State was out- loy’s goal tonight, Pritchatt has Then, when that chance comes, long strides to his advantage and nament and possibly, the NCAA shot 18-8, it was clinical in front found himself in a position where just make sure you take it.” sped past three Pitt defenders tournament. of goal and were able to receive his name is being brought up Freshman left back Jalen with ease into the box. He wasn’t a great performance by Kris more in the offensive production Watson found himself on the able to convert the chance but it’s To email reporter: [email protected]. Shakes in net. late into the season. scoresheet as well. plays like that which will build Follow him on Twitter at While it may be concerning to “It’s just having the confidence Watson’s goal was Penn State’s confidence. @David_Pollak097. Young outside backs critical to success By David Pollak with freshman that it’s taken a The Daily Collegian bit of time to bond,” Watson said. “Over the weeks and games that Penn State’s Jalen Watson we’ve went through, it’s gotten and Adam Laundree are polar better and you can see that on the opposites. field with our chemistry.” Whether it be Laundree gave credit to the nationalities or work in the offseason that led to MEN’S personalities, the the strong team chemistry on dis- SOCCER two freshmen play in present day. couldn’t be any “We did a lot of work with each more different. other not just on the soccer the Yet, they have been a staple field, but off it as well,” Laundree in the starting lineup alongside said. “We took a few field trips, Brandon Hackenberg and Will team bonding — just really trying Campbell for the Nittany Lions to get the cohesion of the team. I Noah Riffe/Collegian this season. definitely think that’s helped as Forward Josh Dabora (26) battles for the ball during Penn State’s match against Pitt on Tuesday, Oct. 15. Before Watson’s time at Penn the season’s progressed.” State, he played two years in the Student-athletes are more than MLS’s Vancouver Whitecaps the sport that they play and pos- youth academy, where Canadi- sess hobbies outside of the sport Strong nonconference play an star Alphonso Davies played that they love. For Laundree, he before his move to Bundesliga devotes the little free time that he powerhouse Bayern Munich. has towards preparing to serve This season, Watson has our country. started in nine of the Nittany “I’m doing Army ROTC, so I preparing PSU for postseason Lions’ 10 games this season and don’t have a ton of free time to do plays as an outside back. To go much this year,” Laundree said. By Justin Morganstein has essentially dominated non- Looking at its future schedule, along with that, it’s where Da- “A lot of it is going back and forth The Daily Collegian conference play against some Penn State will have one more vies once did in his career, as between the two.” pretty formidable opponents. tall task in nonconference play Davies plays as a winger or out- Watson is your ordinary college There is no denying, Penn In its only draw in nonconfer- with No. 18 James Madison com- side back. student — often something that State men’s soccer is experienc- ence play, Penn State tied a very ing to Happy Valley next week Penn State utilizes its outside people forget about athletes. ing one of its best years in recent skilled UCF team in Orlando at for what is sure to be the Nittany backs to their fullest poten- “For me, I just like to hang out memory. the beginning of the season. Lions’ biggest games to date. tial- which plays a large role in with friends like a normal kid,” MEN’S With a con- This single point gave the Nit- And after, the monster which working the ball up the pitch or Watson said. “I like to play FIFA SOCCER vincing 3-1 win tany Lions some early season is the Big Ten tournament. making overlapping runs down and I like to watch soccer on and against a solid motivation, as the match indicat- These nonconference match- the wing. off the field, that kind of stuff.” ACC team in ed that they would be ready to go ups help prepare for the single- Watson, native of Ontario, As with most groups or friends Canada, is more on the reserved Pittsburgh and a record which toe to toe with whoever they may game elimination which will in general, people come up with and introverted side but doesn’t now stands at 7-2-2, the Nittany face — whether they may be in come along once the playoffs nicknames for each other. That’s let that affect him on the field. Lions will look to use their non- the Big Ten or outside the confer- begin. Plus, the games not only no different with a sports team conference experience to their “I try to be as loud as I can on ence count for NCAA tournament either. advantage as the 2019 campaign the field, but naturally I’m more For Watson, his teammates “It presents a different chal- consideration but also help rolls along. of a quiet guy,” Watson said. keep it simple. “Most people just lenge,” midfielder Callum Prit- boost the confidence of the team Penn State’s hard-earned vic- On the other hand, Laundree, call me ‘J’ just because my name chatt said. against a different looking oppo- tory over the Panthers comes the other outside back for the is Jalen,” Watson said. “We know that they are all good nent than it may see in a normal right after Pitt’s biggest win of Nittany Lions, leans more to- On the other hand, Laundree’s the season, as the team upset No. teams and they’ve had some conference matchup. ward the vocal side. is a bit more creative. 22 for its first win good results but [these matches] “It’s about building the belief,” Laundree, native of Fairfax, “They call me [Sarge] and against the Hokies in program will send a message to everyone coach Jeff Cook said. Virginia, is the jokester of the that’s going off the Army ROTC history. in the country that Penn State is “When you look at the non- group. It’s his way of getting thing,” Laundree said. Last year, the Nittany Li- on a good roll right now and we conference schedule all of the prepared for a match to ease Despite the differences, Wat- ons were complacent with any are getting better and better each teams we are playing are quality the tension or to loosen up his son and Laundree are an integral nonconference win, going 3-5 game.” opponents so it really prepares teammates. part of Penn State’s solidified with their only victories coming Simply put, Penn State has you for the Big Ten matches that With a Penn State team full of locker room that has carried the against Bowling Green, Stony proven that it can compete with are ahead as well.” new faces coming into the year, team to new heights this season. Brook and Detroit Mercy. some of the best teams in the na- Penn State’s trek to the post- its challenges presented itself in But this year, once the team tion and could continue to do so season will not be easy. terms of connections. To email reporter: [email protected]. got past its embarrassing home throughout both Big Ten and non- Visit collegian.psu.edu to read “I think that since we have so Follow him on Twitter at opener loss to No. 5 Stanford, it conference play. the full story. many new players on the team @David_Pollak097. The Daily Collegian Local Oct. 17-20, 2019 | Page B5 The hidden gems of downtown There are restaurants and stores in Downtown State College the community may not know about, and unique places like this may come in the near future

By James Langan “[The role of the Downtown suggested for students looking For the Collegian State College Improvement for something different is Sowers District] is to provide a safe and Harvest Café, located at 421 E. McLanahan’s, the Corner clean environment downtown, Beaver Ave. Room and Champs are all land- attract businesses, cultural and The café is a quieter marks of State College that have recreational activities and to also breakfast and lunch spot, and left their mark on countless Penn market and promote the business provides healthy, local and State alumni, current students in our district,” Jeffries said. naturally sourced food. and locals alike. When asked about some of the Ultimately, Jeffries said State These locations — along with a lesser known spots of the down- College provides a welcoming few others — are absolute musts town that students should check environment for all different for students and tourists. out, Jeffries said Juana’s, located types of businesses to thrive. However, many students are at 129 S Fraser Street, is a great She specifically pointed to the not well versed in all the busi- Venezuelan restaurant with borough’s food scene. nesses that make up State Col- authentic Venezuelan cuisine. “I think the most unique thing lege. Lee Anne Jeffries, market- The food is shipped from we have going for us is our diver- ing and communications director Venezuela with all fresh products sity of ethnic cuisine,” she said. for the nonprofit Downtown State and ensures students a break Student Lucas Marcellis said College Improvement District, from the pizza and hamburgers that India Pavillion, located at is a lifelong resident of State joints they typically frequent. 222 E. Calder Way, is one of his College. Another local eatery she favorite places to eat, but also pointed out that it is usually filled with students starved after a long day of classes. Marcellis (senior-computer Collegian File Photo engineering) also said that while A menu sign for Sowers Harvest Cafe sits outside the cafe on Thursday, Smash Falafel, located at 214 E. April 12, 2018. Calder Way, is new to the town, he really enjoys eating there. an “artsy” type. She said that College in the near future. For those who aren’t “foodies,” because of this, one of her In addition, Jeffries expressed there are places to satisfy their favorite spots is 2000 Degrees, how she sees more retail shopping and creative needs. which is a pottery shop located at restaurants in the future of Jeffries mentioned a new 202 W. College Ave. It allows her downtown and how one of her women’s boutique called Three to escape the monotony of classes organization’s goals is to bring Little Birds on 220 E. Calder Way and relax. businesses to the downtown that that just opened last week. Jeffries also discussed the lay- will attract the residents of State She said State College is very out of downtown and how it has College, as well as the students. excited to have this new boutique, changed over the years. Jeffries also lent advice to as one of the most common things Jeffries said the demand for businesses coming to the the borough hears from feed- student housing is something downtown. back is there are not many retail that has significantly influenced She said some businesses shops downtown other than those the town a lot in recent years. don’t realize how their busi- selling Penn State apparel. According to Jeffries, for every ness plans must factor in the Student Jordan Robinson is in student housing complex that summer months, as most of State her first semester at Penn State, opens downtown there is a cer- College’s population — the but said she has lived roughly 45 tain amount of commercial space students — leave, which means minutes away her whole life and is required. businesses must learn to adapt Noah Riffe/Collegian knows the town well. This will lead to more and take advantage of times such A sign for Juana’s Venezuelan Cuisine stands in Downtown State Robinson (freshman-biolo- restaurants, retail stores and as football weekends, parents’ College on Tuesday, Oct. 15. gy) defined herself as more of other businesses coming to State weekend and Homecoming. Lion slist Crossword BUY IT SELL' IT RENT IT description contact ATTENTION FOR RENT [email protected] TRADITIONAL HAY RIDES. 3 & 4 bedroom houses, town- SNOW HELP: $20-$25 per Bonfire feast. Music. houses & apartments for rent hour, plus a meal each day, Transportation available. Large August 2020. Walk to campus, work is in State College. Call and small groups. Call Nittany parking included. 814-571-7186. 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WORD SEARCH © Pappocom © 2019 PuzzleJunction.com Page B6 | Oct. 17-20, 2019 SPORTS The Daily Collegian Role Models How Penn State players derive motivation from their young fans Rec Hall. To this team, they truly “They mail us letters and we By Gianna Galli define what Penn State plays for. mail them back,” White said. “As The Daily Collegian “There is this little boy named a program, we try our best to Tyler and last year I met him and engage with them and really let Imagine the feeling of standing his family, and they were just the them know how much we care for in Rec Hall at 13 years old and be- biggest fans,” sophomore outside them because they care for us.” ing star struck. hitter Jonni Parker said. “I didn’t Throughout the season, differ- For some Penn know them before that, and after ent high school volleyball teams State fans, at- I met them they followed me on will attend each home match WOMEN’S tending a vol- social media. There were even in support of the Nittany Lions, VOLLEYBALL leyball game is videos of him standing in front of and some of the teams will even something fun to the TV watching the games.” make an appearance at a Penn do with family or friends, but for Because of moments like this, State practice to learn from the the younger Nittany Lion fans, its a few Nittany Lions, like Kristin players. impact goes beyond the ups and Krause, White and Parker, will With such a special connection, downs of the matches. never understand the feeling of Penn State makes sure to show “Just watching them move, it’s what it’s like to fake a smile after that its fans dedication never almost like you can copy how they a match. goes unrecognized. do things,” 13-year-old Marissa “Win or lose, it’s a very refresh- “Every October, Penn State Fix said. ing feeling to have our fans al- athletics has a ‘trick or treat’ Marissa, along with other chil- ways love and support us through event at the All Sports Museum dren of all ages who admire every anything, and admiring what we and the athletes will go sit around aspect of these student-athletes do out here,” Krause said. at their spot in the museum, pass Courtesy of Kristen Riddle on and off the court, is part of After each game, the wooden out candy and play games with Penn State fans Moriah Hurd, Marissa Fix, Kendall Guisewhite and what Penn State’s foundation as a court at Rec Hall transforms into kids,” Krause said. “That’s kind Gracie Riddle pose for a photo after Penn State’s win on Oct. 11. program is built around. a sea of children holding post- of a chance for us to admire all of “It makes me feel grateful that ers, wearing jerseys and taking the little kids and celebrate them jerseys and autographs. Instead, of that by dedicating their ability we get to be role models for young pictures with each of the players. and our need for us to give back.” the Nittany Lions set aside time to make their fans proud on the girls or boys who look up to us as However, Penn State makes Krause and Parker are elemen- during THON weekend to go to court. “I think that’s what makes more than just Penn State fans,” sure that the relationship be- tary education majors, and both the tennis courts and play with collegiate volleyball special be- senior libero Kendall White said. tween the team and its fans goes players work with students every THON kids. cause there aren’t really profes- These children aren’t just an- beyond the pizza and ice cream Tuesday and Thursday night. “This is a time for us to recog- sional leagues in America when other part of the fan section in after a match in Rec Hall. “Kristin babysits her coaches’ nize people who are going through it comes to volleyball,” White kids who are little baby nuggets,” something so significant in their said. “So I think that cheering for White said. “Kids cling to her lives,” Krause said. “We’re just us is a sense of pride among our like candy, she does everything trying to make an impact them in fans, and college sports are awe- she can with them and it’s very a positive way and create a happy some because of that loyalty and beautiful.” smile on their face.” support.” Krause plans to touch the lives Depending on the sport and Even in her fourth season, of many more children in volley- the players, it’s not as common White continues to be amazed by ball, and outside of the sport as or simple for a college sports pro- the love and admiration that this well. In one aspect, she has al- gram to be as involved with its program receives from its young- ready done this by writing back- fans as Penn State is. est fans. and-forth to a pen pal in need of But for this women’s volleyball Instead of looking up to movie some advice. team, children consider the play- stars or professional athletes, the “She was battling some emo- ers to be heroes and role models. Nittany Lions are already looked tional issues and I think by talk- “When I attended a camp for at as idols and role models by ing to me, it kept her mind off of Penn State, we all split up into those that will be Penn State’s things and it was very beneficial groups by position and our coach- biggest fans for years to come. for her,” Krause said. “This was es for it are the Penn State play- “It is really an amazing thing very important and emotional to ers, like Kendall White and Jenna that you are admired by all of me because then I got to meet her Hampton,” 13-year-old Gracie these kids who have the rest of against Rutgers for the first time Riddle said. “I am able to learn their lives ahead of them,” White and it was awesome just to hear from them and look up to them.” said, “and it’s you that they chose from her dad about how much of At the collegiate level, a fan to adore.” Courtesy of Kristen Riddle an impact I had on her life.” base as strong as Penn State’s is Gabby Blossom (13) and Gracie Riddle pose for a photo after Penn As a team, Penn State empha- hard to come across and the Nit- To email reporter: [email protected]. State’s win over Maryland on Oct. 11. sizes giving back beyond signing tany Lions realize the significance Follow her on Twitter at @giannagalli84. PSU’s youth continues to lead the way

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Penn State is currently on one of its best runs in recent memory. With a 6-2-2 record and sitting at second place in MEN’S SOCCER the Big Ten, the Nittany Lions have some- thing special brewing over at Jeffrey Field. So what’s the difference from last year — a 2018 season which resulted in six total wins and an 0-6-2 record on the road? The simple answer is the young reinforcements of freshmen Liam Butts and Andrew Privett. The pair are just part of the equation, but are certainly big ones as they’ve had a major im- pact on the success of this Penn State team, filling the void left by former attackers Jeremy Rafanello and Ethan Beckford, who forewent their eligibility for the professional ranks this past Noah Riffe/Collegian offseason. A native of Lawrenceville, Forward Liam Butts (7) shows emotion during Penn State’s match against Pitt on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at Jeffrey Field. Butts scored one goal in the Georgia, Butts has filled the stat Nittany Lions’ 3-1 victory over the Panthers. sheet all season as he leads the Nittany Lions in both goals (five) have pushed Butts and have the stat sheet like Liam Butts has This has been a fundamental As the culture of this team and points (10). provided an example of how to early on, his play has still been on piece of the program since Jeff continues to get stronger so Not only has Butts been finding compete in between the lines at point through the first 10 games Cook’s arrival, making sure that will the results that it sees, first the net, but he’s done so at the the college ranks. “I need to keep of the season, chipping in impor- the Nittany Lions are the best tasting the glory of victory with right times, changing the game up,” Butts said. “I am a freshman tant goals and assists in some key collective unit they can be. the early season winning it has for Penn State time and time but that means nothing, and I am moments as well. With that value, the entire team experienced so far. again. Four of Butts’ five goals just trying to keep up with them.” Just like Butts, the Fallston, believes that their teammates With Cook at the helm of this have either tied the game or giv- Butts is a loud and outspoken Maryland, native deflects some can carry them and each person program and the youthful Nittany en the Nittany Lions the lead in personality with plenty of dance of the success to the veteran core can help assist in an effort to win Lions continuing to answer all 2019, so coming up big in a crucial moves in the locker room. of the Nittany Lions and cred- night in and night out. the doubts, expect an entertain- spot hasn’t been a problem for the Privett, meanwhile, is much its them with a lot of his early “We keep stressing that one ing second half of the season with 18 year-old. more reserved off the field. production. of Penn State’s values is ‘One plenty of gritty play combined “It comes down to mentality,” But once the first whistle blows He feels that the upperclass- Team’,” Cook said. “Regardless with clinical skill from both the coach Jeff Cook said. “The inten- and Penn State begins their fight men not only provided help with of how long you’ve been here or youthful and veteran players on sity and concentration is some- each match, the much more shy training and on the field activi- how many games you’ve played, Penn State. thing that you just have to play and reserved Privett becomes ties, but just with getting used to when the whistle blows it’s just “Our resilience and determi- with.” one of the more outspoken mem- campus and being welcomed into one team against the other.” nation are fantastic,” Cook says, Butts has also been a great bers of the team. the family which is Penn State The young core which includes “You see our depth and our quali- change of pace at the striker po- Being one of the communica- men’s soccer. other names such as Jalen Wat- ty and it comes down to character sition paired with senior forward tive leaders of the midfield and “We came in during the sum- son, Seth Kuhn and Kris Shakes and we keep striving as a group Christian Sload, who has also putting up the numbers to back mer and right from the start all of will eventually go on to lead the which shows you the spirit about seen some early success this it up is an impressive feat for an- the juniors and seniors are taking program within the next few this team.” season. other young star who has yet to us under their wing” Privett said. years and it is fair to say the stock Sload and some of the other celebrate his 20th birthday. “They wanted to hang out and get on Penn State men’s soccer is To email reporter: [email protected]. veterans, such as Pierre Reedy, Although Privett has not lit up to know us as people.” only going up. Follow him on Twitter at @jmo31800.

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