Best Penn State Football Recruiting Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Penn State recruiting SLUMPING HARD with top targets looking elsewhere 38:20

2h ago38:20

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Penn State’s recruiting has taken a turn for the worse with some top targets looking elsewhere. Max Ralph and Bob Flounders also dive into some early season schedule notes for Penn State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Recruiting Trouble for Penn State? Why the 2026 Class Is Trending the Wrong Way 1:03:51

16h ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The decision days are here for Penn State's top targets in the Class of 2026 and so far, the news hasn't been great. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss the top prospects that have made or will make their college …

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Evaluating Penn State football commits at camp; updates on several Lions recruiting targets 1:00:06

10d ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Lions247 gained a long look at more than 10 Penn State football commits during recent camp action and provides plenty of feedback on this latest podcast episode. Plus, where do the Nittany Lions stand with several top recruiting targets after official visits? We break down the latest. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Foll…

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BONUS: Live Coach's Interviews from Day 1 Nike Outdoor Nationals with MF Athletic! 21:06

8h ago21:06

21:06

Trying something new, as we bring you REAL TIME on the field (and track) interviews from the Nike Outdoor National HS Championships. Gill Athletics and MF Athletic is proud to sponsor Thursday's Coach's Social at NON. Coach's were able to have a free lunch on us and grab a few door prizes (neck fans, gateboards, wristbands, sunglasses, and more!) C…

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Inside Penn State's plans to replace starters; Nittany Lions recruiting under review 1:09:31

19h ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Penn State football must replace several starters from its playoff run, and Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watc…

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Final X Recap | Big Ten Schedule Update 15:01

1d ago15:01

15:01

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is back with a recap of Final X plus the latest on the Nittany Lions' 2025-2026 schedule. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this week's show with a look…

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Troy Huhn at Elite 11: What It Means for Penn State Football 59:46

1d ago59:46

59:46

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is deep in its offseason workouts but the recruiting efforts for the program are in high gear. On today's show, we'll preview Day Two of the Elite 11 Finals, where 2026 quarterback Troy H…

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Nittany Lions land a linebacker and host top targets; Penn State QB recruiting update 54:00

3d ago54:00

54:00

The Lions247 Podcast returns with a close look at Penn State's latest commitment in four-star linebacker Elijah Littlejohn. Plus, we discuss feedback from an important official visit weekend for the Nittany Lions and update the quarterback recruiting target board. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Li…

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How many O-Line Combos will Penn State play in 2025? | Where team stands with elite 2026 Talent 1:07:03

3d ago1:07:03

1:07:03

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State Nittany Lions hosted critical players this weekend, including a five-star offensive lineman. We recap the visits, plus discuss the big men up front for the current Penn State team. How many different line combinatio…

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Recapping Penn State's big recruiting weekend, a veteran Lion who will play a key defensive role 34:28

4d ago34:28

34:28

PennLive's Max Ralph and Bob Flounders review how Penn State's big recruiting weekend played out. James Franklin and his staff have their sights set on a number of top prospects, notably Maryland offensive lineman Immanuel Iheanacho. Who else was up in State College? Plus, Max and Bob discuss the ramifications of edge rusher Max Granville's injury …

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#315: Paris Vaughan-Lenoir Rhyne University 2:06:46

4d ago2:06:46

2:06:46

🎙️ From Reluctant Runner to Rising Leader: Paris Vaughan’s Coaching Journey In this episode, we sit down with Paris Vaughan, the interim head coach at Lenoir-Rhyne University, whose story is anything but ordinary. From dodging distance events as a middle schooler to building one of DII’s most competitive programs, Paris takes us through the persona…

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Inside Drew Allar's development and Penn State's QB future; more top targets visiting Happy Valley 46:22

7d ago46:22

46:22

Penn State quarterbacks are in the spotlight with personal trainer Brad Maendler, who works with current Nittany Lions QBs Drew Allar and Ethan Grunkemeyer, along with commits Peyton Falzone and Troy Huhn. Plus, there's another big recruiting weekend ahead featuring official visitors. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Foll…

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Will Penn State have the best offensive line in college football? 33:59

7d ago33:59

33:59

Penn State's offensive line believes it can be the best in college football and win the Joe Moore Award. PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph break down why that's possible. Plus, a recruiting update ahead of another official visit weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Penn State OV Weekend Preview: Five Stars, Sleepers and Top Targets on Campus 1:03:24

8d ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD This time of year is all about the official visits in Penn State football recruiting. The team hosted elite players last weekend at critical positions like defensive end, defensive tackle and offensive tackle. This week, they'll b…

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Final X Preview 15:08

8d ago15:08

15:08

The Team USA roster for the Senior World Wrestling Championships will be announced this weekend in Newark, N.J. Penn State standouts and Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members are competing at Final X. Some are vying for a backup spot on the early portion of the day-long card. Others are seeking a starting spot on the national team for this year's cha…

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Discussing What We Learned From Penn State's Coordinators This June 1:01:45

9d ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State Nittany Lions football team opened the doors of the Lasch Building to the media last Thursday for an hour-long discussion with the media. Today, we'll dive deeper into those conversations on the BWI Live show and di…

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The New Era of College Football Begins — What It Means for Penn State 1:07:25

10d ago1:07:25

1:07:25

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The new era of college sports is here. Penn State football, along with the rest of the sport, finally got a resolution on the future of the sport this past weekend when the NCAA v. House settlement finally passed. On today's BWI L…

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House v. NCAA settlement: What does it mean for Penn State? 35:23

11d ago35:23

35:23

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph break down the massive news of the weekend: the House v. NCAA settlement. What does it mean for college sports? And how will it affect Penn State? Also, a recruiting update after the Nittany Lions secured another 2026 commit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#314: Jim Vahrenkamp-University of North Dakota 2:06:00

11d ago2:06:00

2:06:00

🎙️ "Our Job Is to Teach" — Jim Vahrenkamp, University of North Dakota From a childhood of tagging along to practices to leading a D1 program, Jim Vahrenkamp’s coaching journey is one of relentless curiosity, purposeful growth, and staying true to the educator's heart. In this episode, Jim shares how being raised by a coach shaped his mindset, what …

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#43: Gill1918 presents Alan Wardsworth "Recording Your School's T&F History" 19:53

13d ago19:53

19:53

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! To…

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Where Penn State turns after Max Granville’s injury, transfer notes 39:50

14d ago39:50

39:50

The Nittany Lions lost a key contributor on their defense for the 2025 season, and Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal dove into what it means for Penn State. They also chatted about transfer additions Trebor Pena and Amare Campbell, who have received high praise from coaches thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#42: Gill1918 presents Clayton O'Callaghan "Limiting Factors of Training" 17:04

14d ago17:04

17:04

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! To…

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Penn State football coaches talk team progress; inside Crystal Ball commitment predictions 1:08:18

14d ago1:08:18

1:08:18

Lions247 took a trip to Penn State football facilities and spoke with several members of the coaching staff regarding player progress and team development. Plus, recruiting conversation includes a closer look at recent Nittany Lions Crystal Ball commitment predictions. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X…

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Penn State Hosting Elite DL Targets + Joey O'Brien Commitment Countdown | BWI Live 1:03:34

15d ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD We're in the thick of official visit season for Penn State football recruiting. The team hosted its current commitments in the Class of 2026 last weekend, tying up loose ends and bringing the class together for a celebratory weeke…

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Surprise Freshman Contributors? Who Could Play Early for Penn State in 2025 1:08:06

16d ago1:08:06

1:08:06

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State football team is loaded on offense and has a strong core returning on defense. So, is there room on a potential playoff team for freshmen to contribute? Today, we'll look at the possible paths to the field for Class…

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#41: Gill1918 presents Mike Petro "Cleaning Your Inbox" 15:12

16d ago15:12

15:12

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! To…

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Penn State adds commit and hosts recruiting targets; takeaways from Lions' first 2025 prospect camp 1:01:00

16d ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Penn State football expanded its 2026 recruiting class again Tuesday with a commitment from Michigan lineman Benjamin Eziuka. The Lions247 Podcast breaks down that addition, recent official visit impact and standouts from a Nittany Lions prospect camp, including five-star running back Kemon Spell. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions…

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#40: Gill1918 presents Joshua Thomas "What I Learned Coaching a Para-Athlete for the First Time" 11:43

17d ago11:43

11:43

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! To…

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Better or Worse? Tracking Penn State's Secondary This Offseason 1:07:23

17d ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State football team received good news late last week. The long-standing issue of when to hold the annual White Out Game is over. Television partners announced that the game will be on in primetime on Sept. 27, giving the…

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A closer look at Penn State great Dan Connor's path back to State College, thoughts on PSU-Oregon in prime time 32:16

18d ago32:16

32:16

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss Dan Connor's journey back to Penn State as a defensive coach. Connor, PSU's all-time leading tackler as a linebacker, is now back in State College coaching the position for James Franklin. Oregon playing PSU in a prime-time White Out game? Bob argues it could have been worse. The Ducks, a West C…

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#313: Chad Blank-Clarinda (IA) High School 1:33:42

18d ago1:33:42

1:33:42

🎙️ "We Can't Be Great in April and Mediocre in May" – Chad Blank, Clarinda HS (IA) This week’s guest is more than a coach — he’s a track guy, a school counselor, and a leadership cultivator in small-town Iowa. Meet Chad Blank, head coach at Clarinda High School, who blends rural grit, Mike Tomlin inspiration, and student-centered mentorship to buil…

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#39: Gill1918 presents Jeremy Fischer "Training for the Jumps" 22:56

21d ago22:56

22:56

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! To…

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Penn State Wrestling Show: U23 Nationals, U20 Team Trials Preview 13:50

21d ago13:50

13:50

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD There are plenty of Penn State wrestling connections at the U23 Nationals and U20 Team Trials this weekend. Reporter Greg Pickel breaks down what fans should know, when to tune in and who to watch this weekend. #PennState #Nittany…

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Penn State commitment potential, Lions trending for QB, evaluating prospect camp and official visits 53:10

22d ago53:10

53:10

The Lions247 Podcast returns with focus on plenty of recruiting developments, headlined by a few Penn State targets working toward commitment decisions. We also review fresh camp takeaways from Nittany Lions prospects and look ahead to a key official visit weekend. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @L…

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Penn State's 2025 WHITE OUT IS SET... 43:37

21d ago43:37

43:37

The Nittany Lions will take on Oregon on Sept. 27 in a night game. Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal tackle what it means and why it's a win on many levels, plus some in-depth recruiting talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PennLive.com

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Recruiting Show: Can Penn State Land a Top 10 Class? Key June Visits & Commit Dates Revealed 59:10

22d ago59:10

59:10

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD After months and sometimes years of recruiting, the picture is starting to crystalize for some of Penn State football's top targets in the Class of 2026. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're discussing the commitment dates t…

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#38: Gill1918 presents Niko Karavolos "Long Term Athlete Development" 13:07

22d ago13:07

13:07

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! To…

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Keystone Players: The 5 Most Crucial Penn State Nittany Lions Defenders for 2025 1:04:20

23d ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD It's no secret that the Penn State football team is loaded for the upcoming season. Several high-profile players chose to return for their senior seasons, seeking the chance to win a national title and enhance their draft stock. B…

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#37: Gill1918 presents Dr. Simone Erdner Part 2 "Dear Coach" 26:28

23d ago26:28

26:28

• Dr. Simone Erdner's website: DearCoachBook.com • Free eBook download of Dear Coach • The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love by Bell Hooks *** Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coach…

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Reacting to the 2025 college playoff changes, second-year Penn State players who will shine 32:10

24d ago32:10

32:10

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders take a look at the revised college football playoff structure for 2025 on this episode. It will be a straight seeding model to get to the 12 qualifiers. Johnny and Bob also highlight some second-year Lions who are poised to make a major impact. Johnny also makes a bold prediction involving one of Penn S…

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Penn State Hype: What’s Real and What’s Not for 2025? | BWI Live Show 1:03:36

24d ago1:03:36

1:03:36

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD We're continuing our examination of the Penn State football team's position as a top team heading into the 2025 college football season. Today, we'll discuss the facts and fiction behind the offseason narratives that national medi…

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#36: Gill1918 presents Dr. Simone Erdner Part 1 "Dear Coach" 21:39

24d ago21:39

21:39

• Dr. Simone Erdner's website: DearCoachBook.com • Free eBook download of Dear Coach • The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love by Bell Hooks *** Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coach…

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#312: Colin Hunter-Byron Center (MI) High School 1:44:42

25d ago1:44:42

1:44:42

🎧 "Amalgamation of Greatness" with Colin Hunter 📍 Byron Center, MI | Head Coach & Engineering Teacher From robot design to relay strategy, Colin Hunter's journey into coaching is anything but typical. A former engineer and homeschooled football lineman, Colin shares how his love for running, passion for people, and relentless curiosity led him to l…

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#35: Gill1918 presents Adam Trausch "How We Run a Successful XC Camp" 7:25

26d ago7:25

7:25

Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, Gill has been dedicated to empowering coaches with innovative equipment—now, we're bringing elite coaching education straight to your ears. Our goal is to create the Ted Talks of track/field podcasts bringing the annual track clinic to your ears DAILY! To…

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#34: Gill1918 presents Jeff Ondo "How to Coach HJ at Meets" 13:54

27d ago13:54

13:54

Jeff presents another podcast that goes over how to coach high jump at meets. Covers things like how to warm up properly, pick starting heights, create and use effective cues, handle athletes in running events while jumping, and keeping track of misses. Welcome to Gill1918, the track & field coaching podcast powered by Gill Athletics. Since 1918, G…

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Recruiting analyst Brian Dohn breaks down Penn State football commitment spree, class growth 50:29

28d ago50:29

50:29

The Lions247 Podcast returns with a closer look at Penn State football's recent recruiting success, which includes 11 total commitments since March 25. 247Sports national analyst Brian Dohn returns for a comprehensive review of the latest Nittany Lions developments. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @…

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#33: Gill1918 presents Harry Marra "Teaching Points of Excellence in the LJ" Points 5-7 22:18

28d ago22:18

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5. THE LAST / FINAL STEP OF THE LJ APPROACH A. Put the T/O foot down FLAT on to the T/O board. Not on your toe: not with the heel first....FLAT !!! B. Maintain a PERPENDICULAR POSTURE throughout this part of the jump. C. DO NOT have a full cycle of the T/O leg ( last step ) as you place it on the board. Simply scoot the leg through and put the foot…

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Penn State officially welcomes TOP TRANSFERS to 2025 roster 33:39

29d ago33:39

33:39

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal dug in on Penn State’s latest roster additions, which included noteworthy transfers Trebor Pena and Amare Campbell. They also discussed DE Daniel Jennings’ reclassification to 2025 and the future of 2026 recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Who’s Next to Commit? Breaking Down Penn State’s Top Targets & OV Weekend Buzz 1:04:07

29d ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State Nittany Lions have a brief pause this weekend from official visits, but the news doesn't stop. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the reaction from the last recruiting weekend, …

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#32: Gill1918 presents Harry Marra "Teaching Points of Excellence in the LJ" Points 3 and 4 19:17

29d ago19:17

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3. THE RUNWAY A. The entire length of the approach must go from SLOW to FAST. The fastest part occuring at the moment of Take Off ( T/O ). B. The RHYTHM of the approach should be smooth, consistent and maintained throughout the entire approach. C. COUNTING ( out loud or to yourself ) can greatly assist in developing the above stated RHYTHM. D. Whil…

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