In its first live-action test this season, Penn State showed signs of rust.
An exhibition victory against Division II Kutztown 64-44 allowed a peek at the current state of the Lady Lions under first-year coach Carolyn Kieger.
With a 15-turnover first half and 26 total, the Lady Lions struggled to keep the ball under control while in possession. The Lions also shot a mere 34.9 percent from the field.
Kieger knew the lack of intensity had nothing to do with the fact that this game doesn’t count.
“I think it was more so nerves of the first game,” Kieger said.