Sam Woloson

Sam Woloson

Joined: Aug 21, 2024

Sam Woloson has covered Penn State Athletics for the past three years and is currently the managing editor of The Daily Collegian. His work has also appeared in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Huntingdon Daily News and Rivals. Follow him on X @sam_woloson

The Penn State Nittany Lions celebrate after winning the NCAA Wrestling Title at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City.

Wrestling

Cael Sanderson Says the 'Best Years Are Still Ahead for Penn State Wrestling'

Penn State Nittany Lions defensive end Abdul Carter (11) reacts after making a tackle against UCLA.

Football

Penn State's Abdul Carter: 'You Still Haven't Seen the Best of Me Yet'

Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Tyler Warren (44) jumps over the Washington Huskies' defense for a touchdown at Beaver Stadium.

Football

What We Learned From Penn State's Dominant Win Over Washington

Penn State running back Kaytron Allen (13) is stopped at the goal line by the Ohio State Buckeyes defense during the second half of the NCAA football game at Beaver Stadium.

Football

For Penn State, Questions Linger About Goal-Line Offense Vs. Ohio State

An Ohio State Buckeyes fan holds up a sign following the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium.

Football

Penn State Hopes to See Ohio State Again in the College Football Playoff

The Penn State Nittany Lions say they hope to play the Ohio State Buckeyes again in the College Football Playoff.

Penn State running back Kaytron Allen (13) is tackled by Ohio State's Cody Simon (0) and Sonny Styles (6) in the first half at Beaver Stadium.

Football

What We Learned About Penn State After Another Loss to Ohio State

The Penn State Nittany Lions struggled to find the end zone and get a late defensive stop against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Penn State students cheer during the fourth quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2022 at Beaver Stadium.

Football

Happy Valley Is Buzzing, and Spending, Ahead of Penn State-Ohio State Game

The college football game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and Ohio State Buckeyes could generate $15 million for the local economy, expert says.

Penn State quarterback Beau Pribula runs for a first down during the third quarter against Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium .

Football

What We Learned From Penn State's Win at Wisconsin

The Penn State Nittany Lions overcome another stressful first half to top the Wisconsin Badgers and remain undefeated.

Penn State men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades looks on from the bench during the first half against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Bryce Jordan Center in 2023.

Basketball

Penn State in the NCAA Tournament? 'Why Not?' Coach Mike Rhoades Asks

Penn State men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades brings NCAA Tournament expectations into his second season with the Nittany Lions.

Penn State receiver Julian Fleming catches a pass before he is stopped by USC Trojans cornerback John Humphrey in the second half of a Big Ten game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Football

Is Penn State Getting Its Best Production at Receiver, Linebacker?

Entering the season, receiver and linebacker were two intriguing positions for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Now, they're in different spaces.

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar (15) avoids USC Trojans defensive end Braylan Shelby (34) as he carries the ball for a short a short gain in the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Football

What We Learned About Penn State During Its 6-0 Start

The Penn State Nittany Lions etablished an offensive identity and a defensive theme during the first half of the 2024 season.

Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Tyler Warren runs by USC Trojans safety Akili Arnold in the second half at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Football

Penn State's Andy Kotelnicki Finds a Muse in Tight End Tyler Warren

"Yeah, he's pretty special," Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki says of Nittany Lions tight end Tyler Warren.

Penn State coach James Franklin locks arms with players as they head on to United Airlines Field for the game against the USC Trojans at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Football

Unbeaten Penn State Brings 'Good Vibes' Into Midseason Bye Week

Penn State brings “good vibes” and “good mojo” into its second bye week of the season, according to coach James Franklin. The Nittany Lions returned from Los An

Penn State kicker Ryan Barker hits a field goal in overtime to defeat the USC Trojans at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Football

Penn State's Ryan Barker Goes From Walk-On Kicker to Walk-Off Hero

Penn State kicker Ryan Barker made four field goals, including the overtime game-winner, as the Nittany Lions defeated the USC Trojans.

Penn State tight end Tyler Warren runs by USC Trojans safety Akili Arnold (0) in the second half at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Football

What We Learned From Penn State's Rousing Overtime Win at USC

Penn State rallied from a 14-point deficit to defeat the USC Trojans in overtime in rousing Big Ten game.

Penn State kicker Ryan Barker (94) is congratulated by teammates after making a field goal during the Blue-White spring game at Beaver Stadium.

Football

Penn State Kicker Ryan Barker Continues Turning Heads

Penn State kicker Ryan Barker became his high school's first Division I football player. Now, Barker could be the starting placekicker vs. USC.