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ICE HOCKEY

Munnsters’ rise reflects Adam Nightingale’s MSU hockey revival

The rise of the Munnsters (MSU hockey's student section) mirrors the program’s own revival. Nightingale’s return to his alma mater has lifted MSU hockey back into national contention and given students something to rally around. The chants, the lines, the road trips — they’re all proof of how much this team, and its coach, have changed what hockey feels like in East Lansing.

ICE HOCKEY

MSU hockey set to face Penn State in conference opener

No. 1 MSU hockey will face No. 3 Penn State on Nov. 7 and 8 at home to kick off Big Ten play. This matchup is full of thrills, as last season MSU did not perform as well as it had hoped against Penn State. The Spartans will face a team with a similar style of hockey as well as former CHL teammates and the projected No. 1 2026 NHL Draft pick.

LIFE

Students talk athleisure trends, Alo Yoga and Lululemon

The popularity of athleisure, a category of clothing that combines athletic wear with leisure, style, and comfort, has been on the rise for the past few years. For luxury athleisure brands like Lululemon and Alo, their products offer a wide variety of characteristics that may appeal to customers.

FOOTBALL

MSU seniors endure four years of football frustration

When the class of 2026 arrived on campus four years ago, they expected a good football team. Instead, what they got was defeat. Four grim years of it. Losing records and no bowl game experiences and no victories over rival Michigan. For some seniors, it's frustrating. For others, it's unbelievable.

NEWS

Steve Whelan and Chuck Grigsby elected to East Lansing City Council

The Ingham County Clerk website announced early Wednesday morning that former candidates Steve Whelan and Chuck Grigsby are the newly elected members of East Lansing City Council. Whelan won with 22.36% of the vote, earning 2,609 votes across all precincts. Grigsby followed closely in second with 20.01% of the vote, earning 2,335 votes across all precincts. 

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU's suffocating defense leads to dominating season opener victory

Michigan State women’s basketball opened its season with a record-setting performance, smothering Mercyhurst 125-39 behind a relentless full-court defense that forced 36 turnovers and produced 62 points off takeaways. Head coach Robyn Fralick’s squad showcased its trademark intensity from start to finish, highlighted by standout performances from freshman guard Amy Terrain and veterans Theryn Hallock and Grace VanSlooten. With the win, MSU not only set a program scoring record but also sent a clear message — this year’s team plans to defend and dominate.