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YSU opens cross country course at Mill Creek Park

CANFIELD – The Youngstown State University cross country program has been making strides over the past decade. The Penguins have gone from a mid-major program to a respected group of runners in the regional rankings. YSU took the next step on Friday, opening The Brian, Charlotte, Jersey, ...

YSU looking to bounce back, start strong against Valpo

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State didn’t get off to the start it wanted to in its season opener at Villanova. The Penguins weren’t able to take advantage of early opportunities when they presented themselves, they turned the ball over in critical moments, the offense struggled to move the ...

YSU’s Brungard learns from 1st start

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Coming into the season, it was Beau Brungard’s game experience from a year ago that gave him a leg up in Youngstown State’s quarterback competition. “He had an opportunity to sit behind Mitch (Davidson),” head coach Doug Phillips said. “He has game reps and he ...

Amongst offseason of change, YSU set for familiar foe in Villanova

YOUNGSTOWN — For eight months, Youngstown State has lined up against itself. Throughout spring practice and fall camp, the Penguins have hit each other and scrimmaged against themselves, but now they finally have someone different to set their sights on. And it’s a familiar foe, as YSU ...

Penguins to lean on new faces on defense

YOUNGSTOWN — It’s been an offseason of change for Youngstown State’s defense. Of the 11 defensive players that started the Penguins’ season finale against Villanova in the FCS playoffs last season, just one still remains on the roster. Thirteen of YSU’s 14 leading tacklers from ...