With the 2025 season starting on Jan. 10, Penn State boasts a roster brimming with talent. The group is headlined by several players who could emerge as game changers.
Middle blocker Owen Rose, setter Michael Schwob and libero Ryan Merk are poised to lead the Nittany Lions’ charge for another year in their quest for a third consecutive EIVA Championship.
Owen Rose | Middle Blocker
As a first-year captain, the redshirt junior has all the tools to be a dominant force in 2025. The Long Island, New York, native has been a consistent presence in the middle for Penn State, appearing in 61 matches across the past two seasons.