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MSU picks up fourth shutout win of the season

After a victory at DeMartin Stadium on Monday afternoon, the Spartans finish with a score of 1-0 beating Cleveland State University. This game with mark the fourth straight shutout the team has recorded this season. The last time the Spartans went 4-0 overall in the season was back in 1968. For senior  goalie Jimmy Hague, this will be his eleventh shutout in his Spartan career.

FOOTBALL

Lewerke shows no hesitation in return from broken leg

After two fumbles in the Spartans’ first three possessions in their season opener against Bowling Green on Saturday, quarterback Brian Lewerke remained calm. The sophomore’s serenity Saturday helped lead the Spartans to a 35-10 win over the Falcons, rebounding from what was a doleful 3-9 season in 2016 and followed by a vociferous off-season. 

FOOTBALL

Tyson Smith makes presence felt in his return

MSU junior Tyson Smith was almost forced to hang up his cleats forever. After a stroke in November, the 5-foot-11,170-pound cornerback said he thought there was a 70 percent chance he would never step on the field again. Smith defied the odds and came back to the green and white. 

FOOTBALL

FINAL: After shaky start, Spartans knock off Bowling Green 35-10

The Spartans started slow in their season opener on Saturday, but were able to come away with a 35-10 victory over the Bowling Green Falcons. The Falcons capitalized off LJ Scott's opening drive fumble, scoring on a field goal to take an early 3-0 lead. But from there, it was the Spartans who took control of the game and came away with a 35-10 victory. 

VOLLEYBALL

Head Coach Cathy George reaches 600th win

Volleyball head coach Cathy George earned her 600th career win as a coach after defeating San Diego State earlier today. Her overall record is now at 600-390 ranking her as the 20th for total wins in the NCAA Division I volleyball and currently is ranked in the top 80 coaches all-time with her career winning percentage at .607.