YOUNGSTOWN — In today’s era of college basketball, it’s not uncommon for players to transfer to another school if a program brings in a new head coach. Since arriving at Youngstown State before the 2023-24 season, Abby Liber and Bella Samz have already had three different head coaches ...
COLUMBUS — Before the start of the season, Youngstown State head coach Ethan Faulkner touched on his team’s shooting struggles during preseason scrimmages. “I think the biggest thing is we gotta shoot the ball better,” Faulkner said at his preseason press conference. “We haven’t ...
Youngstown State opened the season and began head coach Ethan Faulkner’s tenure with an 80-60 road victory over Chicago State on Saturday night. Four Penguins scored in double figures, led by fifth-year Nico Galette with a game-high 20 points and nine rebounds in 34 minutes of action. Meanwhile, sophomore Gabe Dynes provided a dominant presence in the paint for the Penguins, as he finished with 11 points, six rebounds and seven blocks in 24 minutes. As they worked to shake off the rust, the Penguins started slow in the first half. Both teams had several scoring droughts, ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
