Basketball
Geography of women's basketball: Northeast hotspots and Californian stars
California hosts two of Penn's standout stars from last season, Kayla Padilla and Jordan Obi, amidst a roster dense with talent from the East Coast.
Geography of men's basketball: Throughout the states and across the pond
Of the 16 players on the Quaker roster heading into the 2022-23 season, eight of them are from the Mid-Atlantic and New England, with three hailing from the Philadelphia metro area.
After impressive Ivy Tournament performance, Nick Spinoso readies for sophomore campaign
Spinoso came off the bench during the Ivy Tournament and had his best performance of the season: 14 points, five rebounds, and two assists.
Senior Mandy McGurk steps up to co-captain role for women's basketball
Captains can be quiet and lead by example, or be loud and vocal — Mandy McGurk of Penn women's basketball is the latter.
Wearing Filipino heritage in the Red and Blue: Kayla Padilla fortifies her culture in the game
As a two-time first team All-Ivy player and one of Penn’s most prolific three-point shooters, it’s almost like basketball runs in Padilla's blood.
Frank | Now is the time for Penn to become a basketball school
Penn students would rather do just about anything else than watch a live college basketball game in person, right on campus. It’s a sad truth. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Five biggest games of the upcoming Penn women's basketball season
Penn women's basketball faces an intense introduction to this season, with a challenging month of non-conference play against high-leverage opponents to precede Ivy League matchups.
Five biggest games of the upcoming Penn men's basketball season
Penn men’s basketball will play 29 games this regular season, and though each game bears weight, five stand out above the rest as moments to define the 2022-23 campaign.
‘Leave a legacy of winning’: Inside Jordan Dingle's quest for redemption
Coming off a heartbreaking end to last season, Penn superstar guard Jordan Dingle seeks redemption and postseason success for Penn.
Eyes on March: Coach Mike McLaughlin ‘excited to see the team succeed’
With six rookies, two sisters, and a fifth-spot ranking ahead of the season, coach Mike McLaughlin looks forward to seeing growth within the team prove on the court.
Emails, tryouts, and time management: Walking on to a Penn sports team
Joining a Penn sports team after the acceptance letter is a process varying by sport, with some paths drawing a clearer process than others.
Ivy League men's basketball power rankings: Preseason
Ranked first in the Ivy League preseason poll, Penn is closely trailed by rivals vying for every chance to snatch the top seat.
The smallest freshman class in the Ivy League: Cam Thrower and Chris Ubochi of men's basketball
With only each other to rely on in their class, but so much to prove, the two freshmen face a unique first season in collegiate level basketball.
'We want to get back to the NCAA Tournament': Coach Steve Donahue talks upcoming season
One challenge of this season will be an increased number of games for Penn men's basketball, so consistency will be key to the team currently ranked first in the Ivy League preseason poll.
Red and Blue scrimmages give last look at Penn basketball before season tip-off
In their last public scrimmage before the start of the regular season, Penn men and women's basketball showcased communication, playmaking, and ball movement.
Ivy League women's basketball power rankings: Preseason
Following a year where Penn women's basketball drifted below expectations, the Quakers are returning an exciting lineup in hopes of reaching their first NCAA Tournament berth since 2017.
Wharton club hosts Sports Business Summit featuring Tobias Harris
Tobias Harris, Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Marc Lasry, and a whole host of other high-profile figures spoke at the annual Wharton Sports Business Summit.
In opening exhibition, Penn men's basketball dominates Division II Daemen
Though it will not count towards their official record, the Quakers defeated the Daemen Wildcats by a score of 74-41 at the Palestra in the first of their two preseason scrimmages.
Penn men's basketball ranks top of Ivy League preseason rankings
Expectations for Penn men's basketball are soaring, as votes collect to boost the Red and Blue in preseason rankings.
