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SOCCER

Spartans ready for Big Ten Tournament

It was announced Sunday the MSU women’s soccer team will open the Big Ten Tournament at 8 p.m. Thursday against Illinois in Iowa City, Iowa — the first obstacle to the program’s first Big Ten Tournament title.

BASKETBALL

Pistons swap Billups for Iverson; smart move by Joe Dumars

Joe Dumars has done it again. With the trade of Denver Nuggets All-Star Allen Iverson for Detroit Pistons point guard Chauncey Billups, center Cheikh Samb and five minutes with Antonio McDyess’ bought-out contract, the Pistons general manager has pulled off another risky swap that not only keeps Detroit in the NBA title hunt, but also positions the team for success in the future.

SOCCER

Coaches, players, sound off on Baum's 32-year tenure

“Joe’s done a great job, but I think he’s way too young to retire. He does things the way Michigan State believes in and that’s with class and with dignity and by doing things the right way. I think everyone is very proud of him and I wish him the best. I know the head coach next year is going to get a great assistant.”

SOCCER

Baum leaves lasting mark on MSU soccer

It couldn’t have been scripted any better. The MSU men’s soccer team sent head coach Joe Baum out on top and accomplished something never before seen in the program’s history — winning a regular season Big Ten title.

SOCCER

Spartans tie Wolverines 1-1

The MSU women’s soccer team’s pregame checklist was a bit lengthy. But in all actuality, all the Spartans had to do in order to get everything they wanted was pick up the victory.

FOOTBALL

One snap away

In one snap, Kirk Cousins’ role on the MSU football team could change dramatically. One hard hit on senior quarterback Brian Hoyer and the redshirt freshman would have to trade his headset for his helmet and run onto the field to lead the Spartans.