March 31, 2008
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -
Schirk Wins Men's Swimming's First-Ever National Championship
Junior Pat Schirk became the first-ever individual champion in the history of Penn State swimming as he broke his own school record with a time of 1:40:22 in the 200 backstroke finals. Schirk, a two-time All-American and Pottstown, Pa., native, helped the Nittany Lions tie for 23rd place with Hawaii, their highest finish at NCAA's since 2002. Watch the clip and read more about Schirk's historic race or send Schirk congratulations here.
Gridiron Bash Postponed, Get Refund Information at GoPSUsports.com
MSL Sports and Entertainment has announced the postponement of all Gridiron Bash events nationwide due to a recent NCAA ruling regarding athlete participation in the event. As always, numerous events will still be held in or around Beaver Stadium April 18-19 to celebrate Blue/White Weekend. A pre-game autograph session with the players will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, and the scrimmage will kick-off at 2:00 p.m. There is no admission or parking fee for the game. Check out all the events surrounding Blue/White Weekend as well as all of April.
Big Ten Men's Gymnastics Championships Kicks off an Awesome April in Happy Valley
This weekend, April 4-5, Penn State and Rec Hall will host the 2008 Big Ten Men's Gymnastics Championships. Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio State and Penn State will participate. Friday features the team and all-around finals, and Saturday the individual event finals. Go to Championship Central for more information on the teams, tournament, and tickets.
Summer Sports Camps
With 27 different summer sports camps, Penn State coaches and faculty provide instruction, feedback and tips to all different levels of athletes to help improve their performance. More than 20,000 athletes attend each summer, so sign up today as spots are filling fast. For more information on any of Penn State's summer camps visit the sports camps website.
Success With Honor: The PIAA Basketball Championships
High school athletes dream of what it would be like to advance to the state championships and play on the biggest stage in interscholastic athletics. In Pennsylvania, that stage is here at Penn State at the Bryce Jordan Center where eight championship games are held over two days. Read more about the yearly title battle.
Phil Davis and Blue/White Auctions
Bid on autographed items from National Champion Wrestler Phil Davis as well as sideline and press passes for the 2008 Blue/White game in the latest auctions on GoPSUsports.com. Click today.
Action In University Park This Weekend
In addition to championship men's gymnastics action, baseball, softball and women's tennis are all home this week. Baseball plays five games over five days beginning on Wednesday at 6:35 p.m. against Bucknell. The team plays again on Friday beginning a Big Ten weekend series against Michigan at 6:35 p.m., followed by a Saturday doubleheader versus the Wolverines starting at 2:05 p.m., and finishing up the series on Sunday at 1:05 p.m. Softball meets Illinois on Friday night at 6 p.m. and Saturday at noon, followed by a Sunday doubleheader against Iowa beginning at noon. Women's tennis matches up against Big Ten opponents Purdue on Saturday at 10 a.m. and Illinois Sunday, also at 10 a.m. For more Penn State sports action this week check out the calendar of events. Read more about other awesome events this April in Happy Valley.
Baseball and Softball Guides on Sale Now
Penn State's publications store features programs and yearbooks for all of Penn State sports. The 2008 Baseball yearbook has just been added to the page and the media guides for spring sports such as men's and women's lacrosse and track & field are also for sale. To stay updated on all of your favorite teams, buy a yearbook at .
Free- Download the Desktop Application Now and Get Up-to-Date Penn State Sports Delivered Straight to Your Desktop Every Day
Stay even more up to date with Penn State sports by downloading the free PSU Sports Desktop. Watch video interviews of coaches and game highlights, receive the latest scores and updates, view weather alerts, and read the latest headlines. Check it out here.
Official White-Out T-Shirt
The student designed and student selected White-out T-shirt for the 2008 football season is now available for pre-order. Pre-order your shirt today by going to the . The T-shirt design contest, organized by The Daily Collegian, was won by David Weissman.
Decorate your Home, Office or Buy a Gift for a Penn Stater Today in the Photo Store
Got a friend or relative's birthday coming up that loves the Nittany Lions? Perhaps it's time to add to your own Penn State Room? Get the best in Penn State Athletics photos for any occasion in the Official Penn State Photo Store. Relieve this past fall's White House win over Notre Dame or grab a great shot of a packed women's volleyball game at Rec Hall. These and many other great shots are available to shop today!