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Blue & White Brew 7/11: Shining Star
Carter Starocci is the Big Ten Jesse Owens Male Athlete of the Year!
Penn State Brew Crew
July 11, 2025
🦁 The Official Daily Newsletter For Penn State Athletics
Good morning, Nittany Lions! The Gavin McKenna era is here!
What else are we serving up in today’s Brew?
🤼 Shining star
👟 Schedule set
🦁 And much, much more!
📈 STOCK UP
🔺 Shining Star. Penn State wrestler Carter Starocci has been named the 2025 Big Ten Jesse Owens Male Athlete of the Year!
Starocci capped off an historic collegiate career, becoming the first and only wrestler in NCAA Division I history to become a five-time NCAA National Champion.
🔺 On Your Marks. Penn State cross country has announced its 2025 fall schedule, including one regular season home meet on Sept. 12 in Happy Valley!
👟 READ MORE: Cross Country Announces 2025 Schedule
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Friday, July 11
🎤 Improv Comedy Show
🍦 Lemont Village Green 2025 — Porch Party
Saturday, July 12
📚 Bookfest PA
🖼 Art Fest Art Walk
Sunday, July 13
🚂 The American Pioneer Train Ride
Happy Valley is heading to the beach —
and you’re invited!
Join Happy Valley United for our annual We Are at the Shore event, where Penn State fans, lettermen, and coaches come together for a summer celebration of community, tradition, and team pride — all in support of our student-athletes!
🏖 Enjoy an unforgettable day featuring:
✔️ Meet & greets with PSU legends and current coaches
✔️ Insider updates on the future of Penn State Football
✔️ Great food, drinks, and Shore vibes
✔️ An exclusive silent auction with incredible prizes and experiences
💙 All proceeds benefit Penn State student-athletes through Happy Valley United.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan, proud alum, or just love the beach — this is your chance to rally with the Penn State family for a great cause.
Let’s take over the Shore — together.
🔺 Fantastic First Year. We have 50 days until Penn State football is back on the field for its season opener at home against Nevada on August 30!
Cooper Cousins, who wears No. 50 for the Nittany Lions, appeared in all 16 games as a true freshman in 2024 along the offensive line.
🦁 ONE BIG THING
🔺 Piece By Piece. Progress continues on the Beaver Stadium Revitalization Project — check it out!
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🦁 Have a great weekend, everyone!