Penn State is rolling to begin the 2024-25 campaign.
The Nittany Lions exhibited their dominating play on defense en route to a 103-54 victory over UMBC inside the Bryce Jordan Center on Friday night.
Toughness under the basket and speed in transition are two qualities coach Mike Rhoades often preaches.
Yanic Konan Niederhauser was squished between two defenders in the paint, but the center’s large frame allowed him to gather a rebound and lay in a shot for Penn State’s first score of the game.
Freddie Dilione V's high-end speed was on display in transition, running past defending Retrievers for a layup while getting fouled in the process.