Author: Mikesportz
Why Penn State Wrestling Coach Cael Sanderson Spoke With the Nittany Lions Football Team Sanderson, who has led Penn State wrestling to 11 NCAA team titles, brought his message to the No. 3 Nittany Lions football team. Penn State wrestling coach Cael Sanderson begins his quest for a 12th national championship in November. Penn State football coach James Franklin is looking for his first. So why not solicit advice from the best? During Penn State’s bye week, Franklin invited Sanderson back to the Lasch Football Building to speak to his unbeaten and third-ranked Nittany Lions football team. Consider it a…
The NCAA has released its pre-allocation spots for the March 20-22 championships in Philadelphia and the Big Ten, with 87, once again earned the lion’s share of the spots. Penn State’s top-ranked Nittany Lions will attempt to qualify each of its 10 wrestlers through the Big Ten Championships March 8-9 at Northwestern. Pre-allocations were determined by using a sliding scale of win percentage, coaches’ rank and RPI ranking, the NCAA explained. Each wrestler who met those qualifications earned a spot for his conference. Here are the number of qualifiers the B1G received at each weight: 125-9; 133-10; 141-7; 149-8;…
Penn State wrestling: NCAA releases allocations for national tournament; what does it mean for the Lions, Big Ten? The National Wrestling Coaches Association has released its third set of rankings ahead of the start of conference tournaments. The NCAA has also listed how many wrestlers from each conference will qualify for nationals at each weight class. How does it all impact Penn State? Let’s start with the allocations. The Big Ten, which includes the Nittany Lions, of course, will send only so many grapplers to nationals between 125 pounds and 285 pounds. And who goes is based on where they…
With the season opener approaching, the New York Mets manager is making adjustments in preparation for the matchup, keeping a close eye on Juan Soto and Pete Alonso. Juan Soto’s arrival at the New York Metsgenerated significant buzz, marking one of the most high-profile trades in recent memory between city rivals, the Mets and the Yankees. Few players have made the switch across town, making Soto’s move even more noteworthy. Now, with the blockbuster trade behind him, Soto is focused on adapting to his new environment, working under manager Carlos Mendoza, and building chemistry with his teammates, particularly Pete Alonso.…
No. 6 South Carolina (26-3, 14-1 SEC) ran away with a win in their final SEC road test of the season Thursday night. The Gamecocks secured a 75-59 victory over Ole Miss, extending their win streak over the Rebels to 20 games. South Carolina was carried to the win by veteran forwards Chloe Kitts and Sania Feagin. Career nights for Kitts and Feagin Feagin and Kitts stepped up in a big way for the Gamecocks on Thursday. Kitts finished with a triple-double in the game — 16 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists. Those assists and steals (4) were both…
Ken Roczen, the legendary motocross rider, has added another milestone to his illustrious career by receiving three prestigious awards at the 2025 International Best Motocross Directorship Awards. The event, held in Paris, celebrated the most outstanding figures in motocross, recognizing excellence in performance, leadership, and contributions to the sport. Roczen was honored with the Best Motocross Athlete Award, acknowledging his exceptional 2025 season, where he dominated multiple championships with his signature speed and consistency. He also received the Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating his impact on motocross over the years, both as a competitor and an ambassador for the sport. His…
Alabama standout wide receiver Ryan Williams celebrated his 18th birthday on Sunday by inking an NIL deal. The freshman signed an endorsement deal with the nail polish brand Sally Hansen. Williams paints his nails before every game, a tradition that started back in high school with his little sister. Throughout the 2024 season, the wide receiver showed off multiple colors, including orange against Tennessee and green one week to match his suit. Now I’m all ready to enjoy my birthday and the big game,” he said on Instagram while showing off his freshly painted black nails. Now he has an…
– *Undefeated Season*: The Nittany Lions have completed their fifth straight undefeated season, with a 71st consecutive win.¹ – *Rankings Dominance*: Penn State has five wrestlers ranked No. 1, and their entire starting lineup is ranked in the top 8 in the latest NCAA wrestling coaches rankings.² – *Big Ten Record*: The team set a Big Ten record with their victory over Illinois. – *American University Dual*: Penn State defeated American University 50-3, with Raymond Lopez picking up the lone win for AU against Kyison Garcia.³ – *Injury Updates*: The team has been dealing with injuries, including Tyler Kasak’s…
Penn State Dominates Latest NCAA Wrestling Coaches Rankings Penn State University’s wrestling team has once again demonstrated its dominance in the latest NCAA wrestling coaches rankings. The Nittany Lions have a strong grip on the top spot, with five wrestlers ranked No. 1 in their respective weight classes. A Look at the Rankings The latest rankings, released on February 20, 2025, see Penn State’s wrestlers occupying the top spot in the following weight classes: – 125 pounds: *No. 1 Liam Cronin* – 133 pounds: *No. 1 Roman Bravo-Young* – 157 pounds: *No. 1 Levi Haines* – 174 pounds: *No. 1…
“Notre Dame Football Faces Crisis! Top Quarterback Recruit Reportedly Flipping to Ohio State!” Notre Dame football fans are in a state of panic as reports surface that their top quarterback commitment, five-star recruit Tyler Harrison, may be flipping to Ohio State. Sources indicate that Ohio State has made a late push with an NIL offer rumored to be worth over $1.8 million. Harrison, once considered a lock for the Irish, is now reconsidering his options. Notre Dame’s coaching staff is scrambling to keep their prized recruit, but if he flips to Ohio State, it could be one of the most…