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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

4,566 miles from home, Sambolić finds her fit at MSU

Slovenia native Sara Sambolić stepped into the starting lineup for just the second time in her career Wednesday, delivering a composed 13-point, six-assist performance in MSU's 104-68 win over Northwestern. The junior guard, who earned her spot at Michigan State after a standout showing in the U20 European Championship, is living proof that Robyn Fralick's program welcomes talent from anywhere in the world — even 4,566 miles away.

SPORTS

Michigan State dominates floor to secure home victory

Michigan State gymnastics put on a strong all-around performance, featuring impressive floor routines from Gabi Ortiz (9.900) and MaKayla Tucker (9.950). They defeated their Big Ten rival, Ohio State University, with a score of 197.300-196.850, continuing to gain momentum as the season progresses.

MSU

MSU Police Chief: Employee clicking wrong button to blame for false alert incident

A review of last week’s accidental emergency notification, which incited panic across the Michigan State University community, has yet to be completed. But the MSU Department of Police and Public Safety is pretty sure what went wrong. According to DPPS officials, the human error which resulted in students, staff, faculty and parents receiving the notification involved a Security and Operations Center employee who, during a routine test, accidentally clicked the wrong button.

SPORTS

MSU names Tamara Durante head field hockey coach

After a month of searching, Michigan State has named Tamara Durante as the head coach of its field hockey program. Durante is the 10th head coach in program history. She has spent the last 11 seasons as assistant and associate coaching roles at MSU.

SPORTS

Evie Doezema navigates life after college athletics

After years of structured routines and identities built around sport, college athletes face an uncertain transition when their playing careers end. Former Michigan State volleyball player Evie Doezema reflects on leaving the game and navigating her identity beyond athletics.

ICE HOCKEY

No. 1 MSU hockey edges Notre Dame in tight, hard-fought win

No. 1 Michigan State hockey edged Notre Dame 4-2 in a hard-fought matchup, with key goals from Charlie Stramel, Gavin O’Connell, and Porter Martone and a 37-save performance by junior goalie Trey Augustine. The win boosted MSU’s Big Ten record to 14-5-0 and put it one point behind Michigan for the Big Ten lead.