MSU dominates NDSU in paint, shows potential in first-round win
MSU showed its full potential in its first round matchup, scurrying past North Dakota State 92-67.
MSU showed its full potential in its first round matchup, scurrying past North Dakota State 92-67.
MSU is all set to face North Dakota State at 4:05 p.m. on Thursday. MSU's core four will be essential throughout the tournament.
Michigan State sophomore Matthew Forbes earned Big Ten Player of the Week honors after clinching a historic upset over No. 1 Ohio State men's tennis and showcasing composure in an 11–9 tiebreak against Penn State men's tennis. He is now also ranked No. 11 nationally, solidifying his role as a key contributor this season.
Michigan State hockey’s Charlie Stramel and Trey Augustine have been named semifinalists for the 2026 Hobey Baker Award, making MSU the only program with multiple semifinalists this season.
Michigan State's Nikki Smith has been named an AAI Award finalist, the first in program history. She is one of seven finalists for the award given to the most outstanding senior in women's collegiate gymnastics.
Michigan State hockey had six players earn Big Ten postseason honors, led by four First Team selections and major awards for Trey Augustine (Goaltender of the Year) and Matt Basgall (Defensive Player of the Year). Head coach Adam Nightingale was also named Coach of the Year, highlighting another standout season for the Spartans.
MSU's Jeremy Fears Jr. was named an AP second-team All-American on Monday, rounding out a star-studded season.
Howell High School senior Lilly Williams capped a historic debut season in public school by claiming Michigan's most prestigious high school basketball honor — becoming the first Spartan signee to win Miss Basketball since 2021.
MSU faces North Dakota State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament; staying focused on all the little things is top of mind for the Spartans
A good haircut can do a lot for somebody. MSU's team barber, Wayne Weigel, does more than just keep the team sharp.
On Selection Sunday, Michigan State men's basketball heard their name called as the No. 3 seed in the 2026 NCAA tournament. It will face off against No. 14 seed North Dakota State in a battle that will begin the Spartans March Madness journey.
The MSU Irish Dance Club is fundraising on Saint Patrick's Day by offering MSU students the chance for a member of the club to come perform a jig for them. That's just one fun aspect of what the club offers. From Tigers games to Shrek-themed choreography, the Irish Dance Club provides a unique outlet for artistry and athletics on campus.
Michigan State women's basketball learned its fate Sunday, drawing a No. 5 seed and a first-round matchup against Mountain West tournament champion Colorado State. The Spartans enter the NCAA Tournament riding a 3-6 skid, but a nine-game winning streak and a red-hot Colorado State squad stand between MSU and a second-round berth.
MSU men's basketball has reached its 28th-straight NCAA Tournament and will face North Dakota State in the first round on Thursday, March 19.
Michigan State pushed Ohio State to overtime for the third straight meeting, but the Buckeyes secured a 3-2 win in sudden-death overtime. Porter Martone scored to tie the game late in the second period, but Felix Caron netted the game-winner after a Buckeyes rush early in overtime.
MSU had many chances in its loss to UCLA, but its inconsistency thwarted any prolonged comeback in the 88-84 quarter-final loss.
MSU lacked momentum and struggled to match UCLA’s physicality in the paint, allowing the Bruins to control the flow of the game in an 88-84 quarterfinal loss in the Big Ten Tournament. Behind Donovan Dent’s playmaking and efficient shooting, UCLA capitalized on open looks and defensive breakdowns to deliver one of its strongest offensive performances of the season.
Michigan States first Big Ten tournament matchup begins against UCLA on Friday, March 13 in Chicago at the United Center. To survive and advance, the Spartans must posses the know-how play physically, command the post and limit the Bruins in their three point game.
The Big Ten changed its hockey tournament format to three rounds of single elimination for this season. The Spartans will test it out when they host Ohio State on Saturday, March 14. The game is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network.