Penguin Nation Fans Podcast w/ Gino Leone

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Robb Schmidt is back on the Penguin Nation Fans Podcast!
A longtime voice of Youngstown State men's basketball since 2002, Schmidt joins the show to discuss his career in sports broadcasting, his journey at YSU, and what makes the relationships built throughout his career so important.
We also look ahead to the upcoming men's basketball season under head coach Ethan Faulkner. With just one returning player in Jaiden Haynes, the Penguins face significant roster turnover and a challenging nonconference schedule. Can YSU put the pieces together quickly enough to compete for the top of the Horizon League?
From the stories behind the microphone to the challenges facing this year's team, this conversation offers a closer look at YSU basketball and one of the familiar voices behind it.

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Gino breaks down YSU’s road to Nashville, the committee’s initial top ten rankings, and MVFC Power Rankings.
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YSU defeats UNI 35-22 to improve to 6-2 overall and 4-1 in the MVFC. Gino recaps the Penguins’ third ranked win of the season.

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No. 6 Youngstown State returns to Stambaugh Stadium for Homecoming to take on No. 19 Northern Iowa in a massive MVFC showdown! 🐧
In this episode, we break down the matchup between YSU’s explosive offense and a UNI defense that has forced turnovers and challenged some of the best teams in the conference. We dive into the film, key players to watch, the recent history between these two programs, and the three biggest keys to a Penguin victory.
Can Beau Brungard and the Penguins keep rolling after their dominant win over Indiana State? Will YSU protect the football and win the red-zone battle against a tough Panthers team?
Kickoff: Saturday at 6:00 p.m. at Stambaugh Stadium.

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Youngstown State puts together a historic offensive performance in a 57-24 road victory over Indiana State! 🐧
The Penguins finish with 696 total yards, the third-most in a single game in program history, as Beau Brungard throws for a career-high 386 yards and breaks Adrian Brown’s career rushing touchdown record with his 56th score on the ground. Jaden Gilbert adds a career-high 163 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
Plus, we break down Ebony Curry Jr.’s huge blocked field goal, the defense’s second-half turnaround, and what this win means for YSU’s position in the Missouri Valley Football Conference.
YSU improves to 5-2 overall and 3-1 in MVFC play, marking the program’s first 3-1 conference start since 2016.
🎙️ Listen now for the full game recap and analysis!

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The Penguins are back on the road for another Missouri Valley Football Conference matchup as No. 8 Youngstown State travels to Terre Haute to take on Indiana State.
YSU enters the matchup 4–2 overall and 2–1 in MVFC play, while the Sycamores are 2–4 and 0–2 in conference play.
In this episode, Gino breaks down the matchup from top to bottom, including:
Indiana State's dangerous passing attack
Freshman WR Jayden Reed and the Sycamores' talented receiving corps
The quarterback situation with Brady Allen starting in place of the injured Elijah Owens
Aaron Ball and Indiana State's rushing attack
Why Indiana State's defense could give YSU some problems up front
Beau Brungard's impact as both a passer and runner
Three keys to the game
Film observations from Indiana State's matchup with South Dakota
And Gino's final score prediction
Can the Penguins move to 3–1 in Missouri Valley play for the first time since 2016?
Tune in for the full preview.
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Game Preview: Youngstown State at Southern Illinois
Youngstown State hits the road for another Missouri Valley Football Conference matchup, traveling to Southern Illinois.
In this episode, Gino breaks down the matchup and the three biggest keys for the Penguins: staying ahead of the sticks, protecting Beau Brungard, and creating turnovers.
How can YSU attack a Southern Illinois defense that likes to bring pressure? Can the Penguins take advantage of SIU's defensive line and create opportunities in the passing game? And can YSU's defense force the Salukis into mistakes?
Plus, Beau Brungard is just two rushing touchdowns away from tying Adrian Brown's school record of 55 career rushing touchdowns.
Let's preview YSU at Southern Illinois!

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