Penn State Football Published: Jul. 01, 2026, 4:34 p.m. Penn State Lift for Life, 2026 The 23rd Annual Penn State Lift for Life had a different look Wednesday morning. After being held behind closed doors in ‘23, the event was once again open to the public with all new events. New football strength coach Reid Kagy was thrilled to use the event as a closure to the first half of summer workouts. “What an awesome event for me to be a part for the first time,” Kagy said afterward.