Sports
Men's Track and Field
Updated May 2, 2008 12:48 AM
The loud cheers and competitive banter between juniors Clarence Smith and Ryan Taylor echoed through the gym Wednesday when practice finally came to an end.
Once junior Frank Duca finishes a final, he goes to track practice and focuses on lifting and throwing.
Updated April 28, 2008 12:49 AM
It came as no surprise to the No. 1 Penn State men’s volleyball team that its near-perfect season would be rewarded with the top seed in the national tournament.
As a worn-out Mike Cadau entered Franklin Field on Thursday, he was awoken by 50,000 screaming fans. He felt a jolt of adrenaline as he noticed few sections with empty seats.
Updated April 24, 2008 12:49 AM
With Arkansas men's track and field coach John McDonnell set to retire at the end of this outdoor season, the sport will lose a legend -- and Penn State coach Beth Alford-Sullivan will lose a mentor.
dmm5159@psu.edu, Before her events this week at the Penn Relays, Bridget Franek will race up the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum while humming the Rocky theme song.
As Chris Morrisey crossed the finish line of the mile run yesterday, he felt relief.
Updated April 22, 2008 12:47 AM
Coach Beth-Alford Sullivan walked around track and field practice yesterday, sporting a yellow T-shirt with purple lettering displaying the words, "Penn Relays '05."
Updated April 21, 2008 12:44 AM
In the midst of a dominant performance at the Bucknell Team Challenge, members of the Penn State men's track and field team seemed to have only one thing on their mind -- the upcoming Penn Relays.
Updated April 18, 2008 12:43 AM
When the Penn State men's track team boards the bus tomorrow for the Bucknell Team Challenge, the team will be thinking about this weekend.
Updated April 17, 2008 12:48 AM
Former head coach Harry Groves can still be seen sitting in the stands at Penn State men's track and field home meet.
As Clarence Smith walks off the track after practice, attempting to show off his singing voice, teammate Jay Pagana is in a familiar position -- following closely behind.
Updated April 15, 2008 12:47 AM
Four years ago, Tyler Hoffman was a linebacker at St. Mary's College in California.
Updated April 14, 2008 12:44 AM
As "Zombie Nation" blared from the speakers at this weekend's Sun Angel Classic, the Nittany Lions jumped up and down shouting the Penn State chant.
Updated April 11, 2008 12:50 AM
Sam Borchers is becoming accustomed to making headlines in events he wasn't even expected to compete in.
Updated April 10, 2008 12:52 AM
Between a Penn State hat that came down to his eyebrows and a white hospital mask that concealed a majority of his face, Fritz Spence had a twinkle in his eye yesterday.
Ryan Taylor's journey to Penn State has spanned two countries, two states and two universities -- but that was all while competing for just one coach.
The only difference between the indoor and outdoor seasons, according to track and field coach Beth Alford-Sullivan, is one involves a roof and one doesn't.
Updated April 7, 2008 12:45 AM
In the only team-scored meet of the outdoor track and field season, the Penn State men's team finished as the runner-up to national powerhouse Oregon.
Updated April 4, 2008 12:43 AM
Harold Dunn's season may not even start until tomorrow, but the javelin thrower -- and the entire men's track and field team -- is already eyeing next month's outdoor conference championships.
Updated April 3, 2008 12:46 AM
nlike many of the top collegiate track and field programs in the country, Penn State has the distinct advantage of being able to recruit local javelin throwers.
Updated April 1, 2008 12:50 AM
From time to time, assistant coach Chris Johnson will crack the whip on one of his athletes.
Updated March 27, 2008 12:50 AM
When he was in junior high, Matt Groves attended Penn State track practice once every week or two. He listened to the players talk and took in their advice. Occasionally, he threw a football around with the guys after practice.
Members of the Penn State track and field team give a whole new meaning to "year-round athletes."
Updated March 25, 2008 12:52 AM
Runners and twins Owen and Kyle Dawson are known for being the quietest individuals on the track team. Teammates and coaches say they only break their silence when engaged in conversation.
Updated March 21, 2008 12:49 AM
Track and field practice has drawn to a close, and the woman overseeing the program is discussing her coffee-drinking habits.
Updated March 20, 2008 12:50 AM
Three or four years ago at this time, Penn State middle distance runner Tim Johnson begged out of his high school class to go to the library and watch the NCAA tournament.
Updated March 7, 2008 12:51 AM
Sports in briefs
Penn State runner Mark Miller and jumper Clarence Smith were named to the All-Big Ten first team this week, as the Big Ten announced the award winners for the 2007-2008 season of indoor track.
Updated March 6, 2008 12:52 AM
Senior runner Brian Fuller said his first memory of Penn State was eating chocolate ice cream at the University Creamery.
After making history in the Big Ten tournament, Beth Alford-Sullivan is hoping the Penn State men's track and field team can carry its success over to the NCAA championships next weekend.
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