Penn State Nittany Lions

The School

Originally founded as The Farmer's High School, in connection with the Morrill Land-Grant Act of 1862, Penn State University was born. The history of Penn State is not easily encapsulated and even involves a Civil War battle. The lesser battle we call football began at Penn State in 1887.

The Mascot

At the 1904 Penn State/Princeton baseball game, Penn State players were shown a statue of Princeton's Bengal tiger; a merciless beast. Likewise, PSU would be shown no mercy on the field. On the spot, Harrison "Joe" Mason spun the tale of the Nittany Lion. "Fiercest beast of them all," he said. Penn State won the game.

At A Glance

Last Game

Next Game

James Franklin
941-413-42
4
2
Jan 09, 2025
#5 Notre Dame
24-27 L
Hard Rock Stadium
No Games Scheduled

Season Summary

Team
The Team. The Team. The Team.