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Penn State track and field earns pair of weekly honors

One week into the season and Penn State is already making a name for itself, earning two weekly honors.

Sophomore Tayissa Buchanan was named the Big Ten Track Athlete of the Week, whereas Collin Burkhart was named the Big Ten Field Athlete of the Week.

Strong opening week for Collinud83dudcaaHe's been named the Big Ten Field Athlete of the Week after his win in the weight throw this weekend! #WeAre | #PSUTF pic.twitter.com/cTxzr9Dt1w

— Penn State Track & Field/Cross Country (@PennStateTFXC) December 10, 2025

Tay's had herself a week!