FOOTBALL
Maxwell to bring elite status to MSU
Football players, especially quarterbacks, are constantly judged by their numbers. On the gridiron, Andrew Maxwell’s numbers speak for themselves.
FOOTBALL
Fiery linebacker Norman ready for new challenges
Like a pendulum, he swings from side to side in one swift motion without skipping a beat.
FOOTBALL
Star system not always accurate
Every reputable high school football ratings site is in agreement: MSU has one of the top Big Ten recruiting classes of 2009.
FOOTBALL
Barrent excited to wear green
A self-proclaimed “gargantuan high schooler” on his Facebook profile, David Barrent will soon be a gargantuan college student when he comes to East Lansing in the summer of 2009.
FOOTBALL
Meet the future
As a high school football prospect known for running, Edwin Baker can be defined by his walk. With his broad shoulders square, strong legs beneath him and chiseled upper body, Baker, a star high school senior running back, has no wasted movement in his gait.
MSU
College to host China forum today
The Broad China Business Society will host its sixth annual supply chain forum from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. today at Kellogg Center.
MSU
Traditional dances bring Latin culture to campus
Sore muscles may have greeted them Thursday morning, but that didn’t keep students from attempting dances such as the merengue and the bachata at “Movimiento Saboroso,” hosted by Culturas de las Razas Unidas, or CRU, on Wednesday night.
MICHIGAN
Grand Rapids man sentenced for riot
A 20-year-old Grand Rapids man was sentenced Monday to 15 days in the Ingham County Jail for his participation in April’s Cedar Fest riot.
MICHIGAN
Police: Lead suspect lived with slain family
Troy Brake, who was arraigned Wednesday for a Sept. 29 quadruple homicide that killed an MSU sophomore and three others, reportedly lived with some of the victims in the 1990s, Ottawa County sheriff’s Det. Tom Knapp said.
MSU
Police response to gun tip proper, staff, students say
Police followed protocol Wednesday when they pulled a student who reportedly had a gun out of his class in Conrad Hall, MSU police Deputy Chief David Trexler said.
MSU
Talent show to be held in McDonel Hall
McGlobe, an international student organization based in McDonel Hall, will host a talent show tonight to promote interaction between American and International students.
MICHIGAN
Student receives Cedar Fest sentence
A supply chain management junior was sentenced Thursday to 40 days in the Ingham County Jail for his participation in April’s Cedar Fest riot.
FEATURES
Spiral video dance bar celebrates 10-year anniversary
When Spiral Video Dance Bar opened 10 years ago, it created a hullabaloo in the community. Spiral isn’t just a bar — it’s a gay bar.
FOOTBALL
Mild-mannered Spencer set to make plays for Spartans
For Donald Spencer, actions speak louder than words. Spencer, a senior wide receiver at Ypsilanti High and verbal commitment for MSU’s 2009 recruiting class, is not the kind of kid who will get in your face to make a point or dress outlandishly to get attention.
FOOTBALL
Caper eager to join Spartans backfield
Balance, blocking ability and hands. According to recruiting Web site Scout.com, those are three strengths of Battle Creek Central High running back Larry Caper, a verbal commitment for MSU’s 2009 recruiting class.
FOOTBALL
Local high school standout prepared for next level
As he trotted on the field for senior night, the crowd exploded with applause, recognizing it could be awhile before they see another player of Blake Treadwell’s caliber.
SPORTS
Team deserves large crowd for tournament
Imagine practicing in beautiful weather, a calm sea breeze blowing over the field. Then imagine getting thrust into a must-win situation, playing in conditions the exact opposite.
VOLLEYBALL
Spartans hoping not to overlook rivals U-M, Ohio State
Momentum isn’t something the MSU volleyball team has had for a while. Heading on the road this weekend for games against No. 19 Michigan and Ohio State, the team is looking to build on the last two weeks, where it beat then-No. 25 Wisconsin, Indiana and took No. 1 Penn State to the brink in two sets.
SOCCER
MSU ready for tough NCAA game with Panthers
When Lauren Sinacola laces up her cleats and steps onto the soccer field, every thought of soreness and injury vanishes.
COMMENTARY
Rally at rock aims to raise awareness of LBGT rights
This election marked two major historic events: The first African-American president was elected, and California took away the rights of same-sex couples to marry via their constitution.