Abby Detering (7) celebrates a point during the game against Rhode Island at Rec Hall on Friday, Sept. 16, 2016. Penn State defeated Rhode Island 3-0.
Tap PermyaoNot even an exceptional performance on opening weekend gave any indication that the Nittany Lions were primed to dominate the No. 1 team in the country.
Controlling the match from its onset, Penn State used a balanced offensive attack to take down Stanford in four sets and upset the defending national champions.
Senior Abby Detering put together a memorable offensive performance for the Nittany Lions, finishing with her first career triple-double in kills, assists and digs.