Clarion University

ROCKET GIRL: Abby Gatesman’s Mission to Break Sound and Workplace Barriers

November 11, 2025 | Nate Steis

Abby Gatesman, a native of Lucinda and a graduate of North Clarion High School and Pennsylvania Western University – Clarion, has paved an impressive path in recent years to being a part of missions to launch rockets.

Memorial Stadium Field to be Renamed for Al Jacks

June 27, 2025 | exploreClarion

On Thursday the PennWest Council of Trustees voted to approve a proposal officially naming the playing surface at Memorial Stadium in honor of Al Jacks.

Longtime Clarion U. Professor Randall “Randy” Potter Passes Away

December 3, 2024 | exploreClarion

Randy was a Professor of Psychology at Clarion University (PennWest Clarion) from 1981-2021, serving as Chair of the Psychology Department for 18 years, loving teaching and his students.

Longtime Clarion U. Professor Randall “Randy” Potter Passes Away

December 3, 2024 | Amanda Matus

Randy was a Professor of Psychology at Clarion University (PennWest Clarion) from 1981-2021, serving as Chair of the Psychology Department for 18 years, loving teaching and his students.

SERVING IN SPORT: Clarion’s Staub Unlocking Path Serving Special Sports Specticals

September 9, 2024 | Nate Steis

Lake Staub’s been a sports fan all of his life. But in this chapter, it’s much more than fandom. Staub is the one serving others to ensure their experience at the ballpark is one they never forget.

Clarion Volleyball: Golden Eagles Earn AVCA Team Academic Award

July 18, 2024 | Jen Russell

To earn the award, a program must maintain a cumulative team GPA of 3.30 or better over the course of an entire school year.

WATCH: Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show with Damian Pitts

May 9, 2024 | Owen Krepps

The Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show with Special Guest Damian Pitts begins at 7:00 p.m.

Head Coach Keith Ferraro Brings Stability and Success to Clarion Wrestling

May 6, 2024 | Owen Krepps

Ferraro explained, “Looking back on the moment the program was in, the assessment was right. We needed stability. That was a time when the program needed someone they could count on, and I appreciated the opportunity.”

Clarion Grad, Knox Man to Join Jamie Bastello in Franklin Concert

May 6, 2024 | exploreClarion

The event will take place at 3 p.m. on May 19 at the historic Franklin’s First United Methodist Church at 1102 Liberty Street.

MAKING WAVES: The Story Behind Brehan Kelley’s Journey from All-American to Coaching Excellence

May 5, 2024 | Owen Krepps

Kelley recently concluded her 15th season as coach at Clarion. This past season was a huge success for setting and achieving goals throughout the season.

WATCH: Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show with Special Guest Robert Lachmann

April 11, 2024 | Owen Krepps

The Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show with Special Guest Robert Lachmann begins at 7:00 p.m.

Eagle Park Changes Hands, Welcomes Manager Who Spent Her 1987 Freshman Year in Dorm

April 1, 2024 | Ron Wilshire

“After 25 years of service, we would like to formally announce our new ownership group, BIA Property Management of Pittsburgh,” said a March 26 Facebook announcement.

Bree Kelley Earns Second Straight PSAC Men’s Swimming Coach of the Year Honor

March 29, 2024 | Jacob Deemer

Kelley is the first men’s swimming coach to win the award in back-to-back years since Bloomsburg’s Stu Marvin did it in 2016-17.

PennWest Clarion Radio Transmitters Restored

March 29, 2024 | Jacob Deemer

PennWest Clarion has restored the radio transmitters for WCUC-FM The Clutch after they were shut down Thursday evening due to an issue with the air conditioners that cool the equipment.

PennWest Clarion Radio Transmitters Temporarily Shut Down

March 28, 2024 | exploreClarion

PennWest Clarion has temporarily shut down the radio transmitters for WCUC-FM The Clutch.

Clarion Men’s Golf Ties for Seventh at Vulcan Fire Classic

March 27, 2024 | Jacob Deemer

Clarion made up a five-stroke deficit to Mercyhurst to catch the Lakers, finishing with a two-day score of 641 (329+312).

Clarion Softball Sweeps Dramatic Doubleheader with Edinboro

March 25, 2024 | Jacob Deemer

Golden Eagles’ Alexis Valencia played hero with a dramatic walk-off single in the second of two wins against the Fighting Scots.

Bree Kelley to be Inducted into the Berks County Aquatic Hall of Fame

March 24, 2024 | Joanne Bauer

WHITFIELD, Pa. – The Berks County Aquatic Hall of Fame announced on Saturday, March 23, that Golden Eagle head swimming & diving coach Bree Kelley will be among those inducted as part of the Class of 2024.

Clarion Track & Field: Golden Eagles Open Outdoor Year at WVU

March 24, 2024 | Joanne Bauer

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The Golden Eagle track & field team opened up their outdoor season this weekend, kicking things off at the Stan Romanoski Open hosted by West Virginia. Two Golden Eagles hit Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) qualifying marks on Saturday as the team eased into their spring schedule. Senior Shelly Jones ensured she would make one more trip to the outdoor conference championships, placing second overall and first among non-Division I competition in the Shot Put. The Monroeville native sent the shot a distance of 12.45m, placing behind only Duquesne’s Madelyn Moretti in the field of 64 throwers. Jones

‘I Was Meant to Be a Golden Eagle’ – How Clarion Became Home to Joe Lopez

March 23, 2024 | Owen Krepps

Sports have been a part of Joe Lopez’s life from a very young age.

Cam Pine Wraps Senior Season at NCAA Championships

March 22, 2024 | Jacob Deemer

KANSAS CITY, MO — Senior Cam Pine capped his standout Golden Eagle wrestling career with a pair of matches at the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships on Thursday.

VERY BIG YEAR: Mike Kalinowski Earns Another Broadcasting Honor With Spot in Clarion Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2024

March 21, 2024 | Mike Kilroy

The Cochranton High School graduate first broke out his broadcasting chops in 1987 as a freshman at Clarion University.

It’s Been a Journey: The Cross-Country Coaching Endeavors of Caleb Lang

March 20, 2024 | Owen Krepps

The one thing that took Lang all across the country was the sport of baseball.

WATCH: Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show with Special Guest Caleb Lang

March 15, 2024 | Owen Krepps

The Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show live from The Haskell House with special guest, Caleb Lang, the head coach of Clarion University baseball. He is joined by players Kasey Shughart, Reilly Shafer, and Scotty McManamon. Tonight’s show is hosted by Dave Katis and Owen Krepps.

WATCH: Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show with Special Guest Joe Lopez

March 7, 2024 | Owen Krepps

The Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show is live from The Haskell House with special guest Joe Lopez, the Associate Athletic Director at Clarion University and head coach of Clarion Area/Clarion-Limestone High School softball. He is joined by softball seniors Alyssa Wiant and Emily Troese. The show is hosted by Owen Krepps.

Joe Lopez to be Featured on Redbank Chevrolet Main Street Sports Show Tonight

March 6, 2024 | Owen Krepps

REDBANK REVOLUTION: Bulldogs Win Second District Championship Of The Day, Another This Season

March 3, 2024 | Owen Krepps

Punxsutawney Wins Boys D9 Title, Runner Up In Girls Final

March 2, 2024 | Owen Krepps

ANOTHER GOAL MET: Karns City Wins Subregional Title Over Chestnut Ridge to Check Off Another Box

March 2, 2024 | Owen Krepps

From Ontario to Clarion: The Journey of Jennifer Herron–Mother, Wife, and Revered Volleyball Coach

January 21, 2024 | Owen Krepps

CLARION Pa. (EYT)- After growing up in Ontario and then making stops in North Carolina, Washington D.C., and Maryland, Jennifer Herron put some miles on before finally settling in Clarion where she became a wife, a mother, and one of the most decorated collegiate volleyball coaches in the country.

Retirement Can’t Bench Bonnie Wolbert: Local Legend Still a Key Player in Area Sports Scene

January 14, 2024 | Owen Krepps

CLARION COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) – Bonnie Wolbert’s middle name might as well be North Clarion.

Jarrett Esposito Named PSAC West Special Teams Athlete of the Week for October 17

October 19, 2022 | exploreClarion

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – Two days after kicking a 30-yard field goal with no time remaining to elevate his team to victory, Jarrett Esposito (Brockway, Pa./Brockway) earned Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) West Special Teams Athlete of the Week honors for October 17.

Cassidy Snider Named PSAC West Athlete of the Week for October 17

October 18, 2022 | Jacob Deemer

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. — The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) announced their weekly award winners in volleyball on Monday afternoon.

Clarion University Soccer: Bowser Lifts Golden Eagles to Road Shutout Win at Cal

October 13, 2022 | Jacob Deemer

CALIFORNIA, Pa. – Jaci Bowser scored the go-ahead goal in the 74th minute to break a scoreless tie, as the Golden Eagle soccer team picked up a 1-0 road conference victory over California (Pa.) on Wednesday evening.

Golden Eagles Hold Steady at Ninth in USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Poll

October 13, 2022 | Jacob Deemer

NEW ORLEANS, La. – The United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced their Week #4 regional rankings on Tuesday afternoon.

Clarion Volleyball: London Fuller, Lauren Aichinger Sweep PSAC Weekly VB Awards

October 11, 2022 | Jacob Deemer

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. — Just as the Golden Eagle volleyball team swept their weekend’s competitions, so too did the team sweep the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) weekly awards for Oct. 10, as London Fuller and Lauren Aichinger were named the PSAC West Athlete and Defensive Athlete of the Week, respectively.

Clarion Community Encouraged to ‘Paint the Town Gold’ Ahead of September 24 Golden Eagle Football Game

September 22, 2022 | exploreClarion

CLARION, Pa. – The streets of Clarion may not literally be paved with gold, but this week people walking down the streets will certainly catch a glimpse of some in the Golden Eagles’ “Paint the Town Gold” promotion.

Clarion University Football: Robert Lachmann Earns PSAC West Defensive Athlete of the Week Honors for September 19

September 20, 2022 | exploreClarion

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) announced their weekly award winners for September 19.

Clarion Chamber Collaborating With WPASCB to Supply Recycling Bins at ALF

September 16, 2022 | Jacob Deemer

CLARION, Pa. — The Western Pennsylvania Society of Conservation Biology (WPASCB), a group of 20 students and their advisor, Dr. Andrew Keth, at PennWest Clarion University, have decided to take action in the community all while working to make the planet a healthier place.

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