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YSU blows 28-point lead in 37-33 loss to Southern Illinois

Youngstown State has had its share of tough losses this season. YSU was blown out on the road at Pitt and South Dakota State, while also dropping tight, one-score games to Villanova, Duquesne, Missouri State and Illinois State. Saturday’s latest defeat might be the Penguins’ most ...

YSU unleashes on Lake Erie, rolls to 95-39 win in opener

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State was chomping at the bit to begin the season, and the Penguins let their frustrations loose on Friday night. YSU was scheduled to open the year on Monday night, which would have been the earliest start date in program history, but a power outage at the Beeghly ...

YSU’s special teams remain steady; Penguins search for first road win

YOUNGSTOWN — As the offense and defense had their share of ups-and-downs this season, special teams have remained a strong point for Youngstown State. Through 10 games, the Penguins lead the FCS in net punting at 43.6 yards per game. Junior punter Brandon Kilpatrick has been a big part of ...

Tomczak’s breakout season a product of his growth, development

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State junior Max Tomczak has no shortage of confidence in himself. As a wide receiver, it’s a common and necessary characteristic. He always believes he can beat whatever opposing defensive back stands in front of him, and he wants to be that go-to guy, the guy the ...

Faulkner talks with Curbstone Coaches

BEAVER TOWNSHIP — The YSU men’s and women’s basketball teams were scheduled to open their seasons last night with new head coaches Ethan Faulkner and Melissa Jackson christening the renovated Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center. Faulkner, who was named the 14th head coach of the ...

Power outage postpones start of YSU men’s, women’s basketball seasons

YOUNGSTOWN — A blackout at the Beeghly Center delayed the start of Youngstown State’s men’s and women’s basketball seasons. Due to an ongoing power outage affecting multiple buildings on campus, YSU’s season-opening women’s basketball game against North Dakota has been canceled. ...