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Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026
The Daily Pennsylvanian

The Frank is back. After being closed for the entire summer, Penn’s historic Franklin Field has reopened for the first time since Commencement ceremonies following extensive renovations to its track. According to Director of Athletic Communications Mike Mahoney, the project cost approximately $3 million in total, funded mostly largely by donations.

In case you haven’t heard, there will be a divine presence in Philadelphia this weekend. And for Penn football, that holy visit might be just the good-luck charm they need. The Quakers, fresh off a disappointing 42-21 season-opening loss to Lehigh, will travel to take on No.

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The Frank is back. After being closed for the entire summer, Penn’s historic Franklin Field has reopened for the first time since Commencement ceremonies following extensive renovations to its track. According to Director of Athletic Communications Mike Mahoney, the project cost approximately $3 million in total, funded mostly largely by donations.


Penn wide receiver Justin Watson dominated with two touchdowns against Villanova.

In case you haven’t heard, there will be a divine presence in Philadelphia this weekend. And for Penn football, that holy visit might be just the good-luck charm they need. The Quakers, fresh off a disappointing 42-21 season-opening loss to Lehigh, will travel to take on No.





The prayer circle has established a special bond between players who deeply value their faith.

Although sometimes Pass’ prayers and devotional readings relate to football, for most players the daily prayer circle transcends the game and reminds them that what they do on the field is not the most important thing in life.