SOCCER
Mens soccer splits weekend games
The MSU men’s soccer team began the weekend on a positive note, before losing to Big Ten powerhouse Indiana on Sunday.
SPORTS
Flights around sports stadiums banned by FAA
The Associated Press Washington - The government has banned all aircraft from flying within three miles of major professional and college sporting events and any other large open air gathering. The Federal Aviation Administration’s notice to pilots became effective at noon Thursday, said spokeswoman Laura Brown.
FOOTBALL
Smoker, Van Dyke play video games, share a pad, agree its all about support
Roommates Jeff Smoker and Ryan Van Dyke couldn’t wait to give the video game, NCAA Football 2002, a shot this summer.The two quarterbacks, who shared playing time during the Spartans 35-21 victory over Central Michigan last week, flicked on the television screen, loaded up their Sony PlayStation 2 and were amused at what they saw.Smoker, a sophomore, was listed as MSU’s starting quarterback, while Van Dyke, a senior, was depicted as backup with one noticeably inaccurate quality.“I’m just the backup, and I don’t appreciate that they have me left-handed too,” joked Van Dyke, who’s right-handed.
SPORTS
Young team readies for only home event of season
With senior All-American Ann Somerville leading a group of young but experienced runners, the women’s cross country team is looking strong heading into the 12th annual Spartan Invitational today.
VOLLEYBALL
2000 champ Badgers first Big Ten foe
MSU’s volleyball team has won all its matches this season, but the “real season” is about to get underway. The Spartans (7-0) open Big Ten play at 7 p.m.
SPORTS
Toloff, team prepares for Spartan invite
Chris Toloff isn’t labeled with any of the question marks that usually hover around true freshmen competing in Division I athletics.The rookie runner for the MSU men’s cross country team is strong (he says he prefers courses with more hills to utilize his power), he’s talented (finishing second overall in MSU’s first race of the season), and he’s confident.“I expect big things for myself this year,” Toloff said.
FOOTBALL
Secondary sets up for fight
When MSU’s secondary runs through Notre Dame Stadium’s south tunnel Saturday, “Touchdown Jesus” will greet them from the north.
SPORTS
W-hoops schedule out, Spartans make TV time
When NCAA officials released the women’s basketball television schedule Sept. 13, head coach Joanne P.
FOOTBALL
College football is back, bringing meaning to prognosticators lives
The prognosticators were unaware of last weekend’s cancellations when we compiled our predictions, and we apologize for any inconveniences.
VOLLEYBALL
2001 Big Ten volleyball preview
In a conference as stocked with talent as the Big Ten, it’s hard to try and pick a clear favorite.
FOOTBALL
Team must ignore Irish legacy, hype
Anytime a team plays Notre Dame, it must block out the hype and tradition that surrounds the Fighting Irish’s football legacy.
ICE HOCKEY
Hockey ticket goof-up angers students
A rude awakening greeted several Spartan hockey fans Monday morning when their student season tickets weren’t available as scheduled in the Athletic Ticket Office in Jenison Field House. The tickets were supposed to be available at 8 a.m.
SPORTS
Williams: Team must look ahead
Mental preparation may outweigh physical preparation on head football coach Bobby Williams’ priority list this week.
FOOTBALL
Notre Dame/MSU rivalry dinner canceled
The College Football Hall of Fame canceled its Thursday reception and banquet that scheduled to honor the 104-year rivalry between MSU and Notre Dame.
SOCCER
Falcons hand team its first loss
Bowling Green defeated the MSU men’s soccer team 3-1 Monday in a game that was rescheduled from a Sept.
SPORTS
Can Jordan Be Like Mike? A longtime fan doesnt beleive
The tragic events of the past week overshadowed what now seems to be a very trivial personal disappointment. Reportedly, Michael Jordan told three Chicago reporters Sept.
SPORTS
Weekend sporting slate shredded as NFL, major leagues take days off
By Howard Fendrich The Associated Press General management sophomore Chesare Hill is wondering what Saturday will be like without the scheduled football game. After announcing Wednesday the home game against Missouri was on, MSU and Missouri officials decided to cancel the game Thursday, because of unusual travel logistics following the terrorist attack Tuesday.
FOOTBALL
Racy Lacy and Vanilla Rice hold most of the jokes, predict remaining games
It seems trivial to pick the scores of this week’s games due to the horrific terrorist attacks in New York, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pa.
SPORTS
As the country mourns tragedy, sports just arent important
Sports are the last thing on my mind right now. Since Tuesday morning, when I switched on my TV to catch the last 10 minutes of SportsCenter before my 10:20 a.m.
SOCCER
Robinson earns spot as goalkeeper, keeps sights on Big Ten title
If there’s one thing senior goalkeeper Tyler Robinson has experience in, it’s hard work.But much of that hard work and experience was in a different sport.Robinson had offers to play lacrosse at Ohio State, Ohio-Wesleyan and Denison universities.