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Michigan State’s indoor track and field team turned the U-M Indoor Track and Field Building into a green-and-white showcase Saturday, winning nine events and recording multiple personal bests at the Simmons-Harvey Invitational, demonstrating its range across every discipline of the meet.
Following a conference-best performance of three goals and two assists, freshman forward Porter Martone was named the Big Ten’s Second Star of the Week.
The last name Bullough carries extra weight on the streets of East Lansing compared to most others. It represents Michigan State royalty, with three generations of Bullough men having worn Spartan green on the football field.
Big drop shots in rallies, big wins throughout the season and now, big national recognition.
Games every weekend. Practices three times a week from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. Travel paid out of pocket. A typical college life abandoned. But it’s not all hard for members of MSU’s women’s club soccer team. There are lifelong friendships made, a rediscovery of their love for the game and — most importantly — a national championship secured.
Following a road sweep of Notre Dame, No. 1 Michigan State hockey will host No. 7 Wisconsin in East Lansing. The games are set for Friday Nov. 21 at 8:30 p.m. EST and Saturday Nov. 22 at 7:00 p.m. EST on Big Ten Plus.
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Over the weekend, No. 1 Michigan State hockey swept Notre Dame, defeating the Fighting Irish 4-1 on Friday night and 3-1 on Saturday night to remain undefeated in conference play. The pair of wins earned the Spartans two Big Ten Stars of the Week — junior netminder Trey Augustine and freshman forward Porter Martone.
The Spartans found a way to win on the road.
Before the team even left the locker room, it had fans waiting for them. A Munnsters’ shirt, former forward Karsen Dorwart jersey and Spartan green flag stood closest to the glass.
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The Spartans are back on the road.
Throughout each matchup the Spartans have emphasized getting to their game quicker, and tonight they did just that.
When football games are remembered, they’re remembered for being program defining.
Michigan State women’s soccer opened Big Ten play earning a draw against Rutgers. The Spartans put an end to their short-lived goalscoring woes but still could not manage to scrape out a win, finishing the match 1-1.
Losing back-to-back games and conceding eight goals within two matches is not a position Michigan State women’s soccer is used to being in. After falling 3-0 to No. 5 Notre Dame last Thursday and 5-2 to Xavier last Sunday, the Spartans are looking to start Big Ten play with a clean slate.
Michigan State forward Shelby Vaughn (20) dribbles past Notre Dame defense at DeMartin Soccer Complex in East Lansing, Michigan on Sept. 4, 2025.
Michigan State junior midfield Kayla Briggs (9) pushes the ball upfield against Notre Dame at DeMartin Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan on Sept. 4, 2025.
No. 5 Notre Dame women's soccer proved too strong for an impressive Michigan State side, as the Fighting Irish dismantled the Spartans 3–0, snapping their home unbeaten streak. While the scoreline does little to reflect the balance of play, it was Notre Dame who capitalized on their opportunities, leaving Michigan State to rue their missed ones.