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MEN'S BASKETBALL

Kohler helps MSU dance to the Sweet 16

Michigan State Men's Basketball advances to the Sweet 16 following its 77-69 victory over Louisville on Saturday. Aided by MSU's Jaxon Kohler's five point swing late in the second half, fast paced offense and solid perimeter defense, the Spartans win the weekend and await a new challenge in either Connecticut or UCLA.

SPORTS

MSU Skate Club builds community on and off the board

At Michigan State University, the Skateboarding Club brings students together through shared excitement, guidance, and creativity. It creates a community that goes beyond tricks and competitions. By helping beginners, celebrating progress, and hosting social events, the club fosters an inclusive space where students can connect, learn, and skate together.

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU women's basketball opens NCAA Tournament play in Oklahoma

Michigan State women's basketball heads to Norman, Oklahoma, for the first round of the NCAA Tournament as a No. 5 seed, where four teams with four distinct identities will compete for a single trip to Sacramento. The Spartans open against Mountain West champion Colorado State, a defensive powerhouse that could exploit MSU's recent offensive struggles. Looming on the other side of the bracket is No. 4 Oklahoma, a rebounding machine averaging nearly 87 points per game, and No. 13 Idaho, a mid-major Cinderella riding an 18-game winning streak. With the regular season behind them, all that matters now is who shows up when it counts.

FOOTBALL

Spartans put talent on display at MSU Pro Day

MSU hosted its annual Pro Day as seventeen players showcased their talents in front of NFL scouts. These Spartans look to continue their football career in professional leagues and got the chance to show people why they deserve to take that next step.

SPORTS

MSU MMA club brings students together on the mat

The Michigan State University Mixed Martial Arts Club is growing its presence on campus with new partnerships, training opportunities, and more members. Club president Julio Garcia mentioned that the group plans to keep boosting participation and competition as more students show interest in mixed martial arts.