Penn State Junior Struggles in Virginia Tech Matchup

Yanic Konan Niederhauser, a Swiss 7-footer for Penn State, faced challenges in a recent game against Virginia Tech, where he was held scoreless and fouled out in just 12 minutes. Despite a strong season start averaging 15 points per game, he struggled with foul control, a recurring issue noted in his previous tenure at Northern Illinois. Meanwhile, former Michigan State teammates AJ Hoggard and Mady Sissoko faced off in a game where Hoggard's Vanderbilt team triumphed over Sissoko's California team, with Hoggard contributing significantly despite foul troubles. In other basketball news, Ottawa Braves lost to Washburn University in an exhibition game, showcasing their offensive struggles, particularly with a low three-point shooting percentage. The Braves are currently averaging 89.4 points per game, with several players performing well statistically, but they will need to improve their shooting to compete effectively. Lastly, Chadron State College, coached by Chris Francis, is preparing for a matchup against Ottawa after a recent loss, indicating a challenging start to their season.