Penn State Women's Basketball Defeats Marshall in Orlando

Penn State's Lady Lions basketball team continued their undefeated season with a decisive 74-59 victory over Marshall in Orlando, showcasing strong performances from Gracie Merkle, who dominated the first half with 13 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, the Penn State wrestling team celebrated a successful week, including a significant recruiting win with the commitment of top junior wrestler Sam Herring, and an impressive performance at the NWCA All-Star Classic. In men's basketball, Ace Baldwin Jr. led the Nittany Lions to a 102-89 win over Purdue Fort Wayne, marking the team's best start (5-0) since the 2019-20 season. Baldwin's standout performance included 25 points and 11 assists, while Yanic Konan Niederhauser added a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. The Lady Lions' and men's basketball teams are both showing promising starts this season, complemented by the wrestling program's recruiting successes.