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Penn State routed Ohio State 36-5 to remain unbeaten in duals, winning nine of ten matches and earning multiple bonus points to clinch its sixth straight Big Ten dual title; OSU’s lone victory came from Jesse Mendez, while PSU strengthens its status as the NCAA title favorite.
Penn State defeated No. 2 Ohio State 36-5 to cap its sixth consecutive Big Ten dual title, winning 9 of 10 bouts. Highlights included Luke Lilledahl’s sudden-victory win at 125, Marcus Blaze’s 3-2 TB2 decision at 133, and Cole Mirasola’s 4-1 sudden-victory upset at heavyweight. Ohio State, missing three starters, was short-handed but Penn State dominated most weights, even as OSU’s Jesse Mendez Tech-Fell Penn State’s Braeden Davis at 141. Cael Sanderson praised his team’s ability to close out close matches as they head toward postseason.
An evidence review led to the dropping of an assault charge against Gavin McKenna, a Penn State athlete, ending the case against him.
Prosecutors in Centre County drop the felony first-degree aggravated assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna after video evidence fails to show intent to cause serious bodily injury or recklessness; he still faces misdemeanor assault and summary charges of harassment and disorderly conduct for a Jan. 31 altercation, with a preliminary hearing set for Feb. 11, and the case’s injuries and circumstances appear to be less severe than initial police claims.
Penn State hockey forward Gavin McKenna, a top NHL prospect, was charged with first-degree felony aggravated assault plus related misdemeanors after allegedly punching a man twice near a State College parking garage following an exchange at a pub; surveillance footage ties him to the incident, the victim was hospitalized with a broken jaw and missing tooth, and the maximum penalty for aggravated assault is 20 years in prison and/or a $25,000 fine.
Penn State freshman Gavin McKenna has been charged with felony aggravated assault and related misdemeanors after an alleged Saturday incident in State College, where police say he punched another man, causing a fractured jaw and other injuries. Bail was set at $20,000, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for February 11, 2026.
Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna is charged with felony aggravated assault after police say he punched a man in downtown State College, an attack that required jaw surgery; bail was set at $20,000 and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for Feb. 11. The incident followed a game against Michigan State and occurred near Doggie’s Pub, with street-camera footage and witnesses identifying McKenna.
Penn State hockey forward Gavin McKenna, a top 2026 NHL Draft prospect who recently turned 18, was charged with felony aggravated assault after allegedly striking a 21-year-old in State College. He also faces misdemeanor assault and summary harassment/disorderly conduct charges. McKenna was arraigned and released on $20,000 unsecured bail, with a preliminary hearing set for Feb. 11. The incident occurred after a Beaver Stadium outdoor game, and if convicted he could face up to 20 years in prison and/or a $25,000 fine.
Northwestern today unveiled its 2026 football home schedule: the first two non-conference games will be at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, followed by five home games at the new Ryan Field, including the inaugural Ryan Field contest vs. Penn State on Oct. 2. Construction is on track for mid-September completion, with ticketing details for both venues and 2026 community events announced, including a Halloween/Fall Festival and a Winter Festival at Ryan Field plazas; season-ticket holders from 2023–2025 get priority for the new stadium.
Northwestern will debut the $900 million Ryan Field, a 35,000-seat premium stadium funded almost entirely by the Ryan family, on Oct. 2 with a Friday-night showdown against Penn State. The season opener against South Dakota State and the Sept. 19 game versus Colorado will be played at Martin Stadium, while the new venue is designed to deliver a premium fan experience and serve as a Big Ten showcase.
Gavin McKenna, projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, scored a goal and two assists as Penn State’s outdoor game at Beaver Stadium drew 74,575 fans, but Michigan State won 5-4 in overtime. The 18-year-old’s performance highlighted his elite talent and team-first approach, contributing to Penn State’s first three goals and reinforcing his status atop NCAA rookie metrics (32 points in 24 games) while underscoring the program’s rapid growth.
Penn State defeated Nebraska 26-12, winning seven of 10 bouts and dominating the takedown battle, though Cael Sanderson said the dual wasn’t PSU’s cleanest and praised the level of competition. He addressed the Duke–Taylor 157-pound matchup, noting a missed call after PSU challenged and PJ Duke’s learning moment, and the Lions closed with a late burst including a technical fall and major decisions to finish strong.
The Big Ten Network will air a 60-minute schedule-reveal show (5:30–6:30 p.m. ET) and stream on the Fox Sports app to unveil the 2026 football slate, with Indiana hosting Ohio State and Oregon facing USC among notable matchups; Penn State's 2026 itinerary includes home games vs Minnesota, Purdue, Rutgers, USC, and Wisconsin, and road trips to Maryland, Michigan, Northwestern, and Washington, along with non-conference clashes against Marshall, Temple, and Buffalo. The season ends with the Discover Big Ten Football Championship Game on Dec. 5 in Indianapolis.
Ohio State will be severely short-handed for its Big Ten matchup with Penn State, with starting center Christoph Tilly and guard Gabe Cupps out, and reserve wing Mathieu Grujicic sidelined. Ivan Njegovan is expected to start at center in Tilly’s absence, while Colin White could move into the sixth-man role, with Devin Royal shifting positions as needed; Amare Bynum could see time at small-ball center. Penn State enters as a vulnerable opponent, sitting 0-8 in conference play, but the Buckeyes aren’t at full strength either. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. on FS1.
Penn State edged Iowa 32-3 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, taking nine of ten bouts as Iowa’s Nasir Bailey defeated Braeden Davis 3-2 at 141 for the Hawkeyes’ lone win. PSU collected bonus points from two majors (Shayne Van Ness at 149 and Mitchell Mesenbrink at 165) and a fall (Josh Barr at 197), while the remaining PSU wins came by decisions at 125, 133, 157, 174, 184 and 285 to cap a dominant team performance.