WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Tori Jankoska named First Team All-Big Ten among others
This week the Big Ten conference honors were released and the MSU Women’s Basketball program was well represented.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
PREVIEW: MSU battles Illinois while jostling for seeding position
MSU men’s basketball (18-11 overall, 10-6) is riding a major high after their senior night win over then-No. 16 Wisconsin. Now that MSU is more likely than not in the big dance, they will start their March with a potential trap game against the Illinois Fighting Illini (17-12 overall, 7-9).
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Izzo aims for consistency as Spartans wrap up regular season on the road
MSU head coach Tom Izzo addressed the media on Monday for the first time since the team's 84-74 win over then-No. 16 Wisconsin Sunday and discussed the state of MSU basketball with the regular season concluding at the end of this week. The win over Wisconsin puts the Spartans in a three-way tie for third in the conference, along with Minnesota and Maryland.
SOFTBALL
MSU softball's Lea Foerster smashes ball to Player of Week honor
After recording a .625 batting average in MSU softball's three-game sweep on the road against Loyola Marymount, junior center fielder Lea Foerster was named Big Ten Conference Player of the Week.
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Nick Ward earns Big Ten Player and Freshman of Week
For the first time this season, a freshman was named Big Ten Player of the Week along with Freshman of the Week.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
MSU polishes NCAA Tournament resume with upset win over Badgers
Head coach Tom Izzo admitted after MSU’s 84-74 win over No. 16 Wisconsin Sunday evening, the upset has been a work in progress.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Tori Jankoska rises, breaks records during final season as a Spartan
This season senior Tori Jankoska has been completely in the spotlight, leading the Spartans on the court, breaking records while preparing to leave a legacy behind. From fighting for her life at birth to fighting on the court as a Spartan, Jankoska has had a rollercoaster ride worth of experiences, but right now it seems she at the top and not coming down any time soon.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Harris plays one last time in MSU's win on senior night
The flashing lights, band blaring at full volume and a standing ovation from the Izzone and Breslin Center crowd, that was the send off for MSU men’s basketball senior class. Going out with an 84-74 win over No. 16 Wisconsin, seniors Alvin Ellis III, Matt Van Dyk and even Eron Harris were able to play their final game at home.
SPORTS
MSU track and field finishes indoor, looks to compete in outdoor portion
Whilst runners donning green and white finished their respective races at the Big Ten Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships, some would find the aftereffects of the dreaded lactic acid in their sore muscles. It ultimately leads to an uncomfortable recovery, but it's a reality many are accustomed to.
ICE HOCKEY
MSU hockey celebrates senior day, players look to final games
As the MSU hockey team was defeated 4-1 to No. 11 Penn State on Saturday, several members of the team were visibly in tears.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
FINAL: MSU upsets No. 16 Wisconsin on senior day, 84-74
It was a showcase of underclassmen talent at the Breslin Center Sunday, as the Spartans hosted the University of Wisconsin for senior day. MSU upset the No. 16 Badgers by a final score of 84-74.
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Live Blog: MSU men's basketball vs. No. 16 Wisconsin on senior night
Follow along with The State News and the basketball writers, Connor Clark and Casey Harrison, as MSU men's basketball (17-11 overall, 9-6) hosts No. 16 Wisconsin (22-6 overall, 11-4). Feel free to post comments and questions on the live blog, or tweet at our basketball writers.
ICE HOCKEY
FINAL: MSU hockey downed on Senior Day to Penn State, 4-1
As the MSU hockey team played their final home game of the season Saturday, three goals in the first period by No. 11 Penn State took out any chance of a memorable send off for MSU’s senior class.
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FINAL: MSU hockey falls again in nail-biting fashion to Penn State, 4-2
MSU hockey faced No. 11 Penn State on Friday as the Nittany Lions were vying to improve their resume for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
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Spartans commit season-low turnovers as freshmen dazzled
For the first time without fifth-year senior guard Eron Harris this season, the Spartans were once again looking for a man to step up in the wake of injury.
FOOTBALL
Linebacker Jon Reschke to leave MSU football following off-field incident
In an issued statement, MSU junior linebacker Jon Reschke said he will be leaving the MSU football team. After an off-field incident, Reschke said he lost control of his emotions and made an insensitive and totally regrettable comment involving a former teammate.
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MSU's freshman class fills void of Harris as Spartans roll
Under the home crowd, MSU men’s basketball experienced their ninth new lineup against Nebraska, the latest swap due to the hole left by injured fifth-year senior guard Eron Harris.
ICE HOCKEY
Five questions with MSU hockey: Patrick Khodorenko
Each week, The State News will interview a member of the MSU hockey team and ask questions that aren't just related to hockey. Last time, The State News interviewed senior forward Thomas Ebbing. This week, The State News interviewed freshman forward Patrick Khodorenko.
ICE HOCKEY
PREVIEW: MSU hockey hosts Senior Day amidst rematching Penn State
The MSU hockey team concludes their final homestand of the season this weekend as the Spartans face off against No. 11 Penn State for the second series between the two conference opponents of the 2016-17 campaign.
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Final: Freshmen combine for 64 points, MSU rolls over Nebraska 88-72
Without fifth-year senior guard Eron Harris, MSU men's basketball rolled over Nebraska, 88-72 . MSU men's basketball is now 17-11 overall, and 9-6 in the Big Ten.