All College Football posted on Instagram that Penn State will officially have its Whiteout game against Oregon on Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC.
At the Penn State ‘White Out’ game, every fan shows up dressed in white, making Beaver Stadium more impressive to see and practically roaring with excitement. This annual event highlights both the Penn State football team, the university and the State College area.
How Penn State’s White Out Became College Football’s Most Iconic Game Day Tradition
Penn State’s athletic department began the White Out in 2004, inviting students to don white clothing for a game against Purdue. The plan was to create an electric and intimidating atmosphere that would motivate the team and unsettle opposing squads. Even though Penn State lost that initial White Out, the idea took hold and soon the entire stadium became involved.
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By 2007, the entire stadium—not just the student section—was participating, turning Beaver Stadium into a dazzling sea of white. Since then, the White Out has turned into Penn State’s marquee home game, typically chosen for major matchups against other Big Ten teams such as Michigan and Ohio State.
Many people consider The White Out to be among the best crowds for college football. There is an amazing spirit, with more than 110,000 people in white cheering loudly and waving pom-poms. Zombie Nation’s music booms across the stadium whenever Penn State makes a major play, and everyone cheers even louder.
ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit believes the White Out gives Penn State an unmatched atmosphere every year. The game isn’t just experienced live—it’s also a nationwide TV event that attracts millions.
Apart from the beautiful stadium scene, the White Out is a valuable tool for finding new talent for Penn State football. Passion from the audience is on full display, which convinces top performers to participate.
Because the White Out often includes major games, it is an essential point in Penn State’s calendar. Spectacular wins for the team in White Out games, such as the dramatic 24-21 win over Ohio State in 2016, have played a major role in Penn State’s pursuit of a Big Ten Championship.
Penn State’s White Out is more than a football game — it’s a rallying cry, a recruiting powerhouse, and a symbol of unity for a proud football program and fan base.
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A White Out at Beaver Stadium is an experience no college football fan should miss.
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