The Penn State women’s basketball program has turned to its sophomore class, which includes Downingtown native Anna Camden, to lead the Lady Lions’ turnaround, writes Alexis Yoder for the Daily Collegian.

After the team lost several players at the end of last season – one to graduation and six to transfer – Camden remained as one of the few with experience. She’s one of just three players who have played a full season in the Big Ten Conference.

Camden started eight games as a freshman and averaged 4.9 points and 2.0 rebounds in 16.4 minutes per game.

While they struggled last year, the Lady Lions appear more willing to compete this winter. It will be on Camden to make sure the new players find their footing.

“Just leading our younger players is my biggest leadership role this year,” said Camden, who graduated from The Shipley School. “Paving the way and making sure they understand what the standard is, which is very high intensity basketball, (is important).”

She said that while she has the experience, there is more that defines a good leader.

“I think a big part of leadership for me is relationships and building that with your team and your staff and building that trust,” she said.

Read more about Anna Camden in the Daily Collegian here.