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SOCCER

MSU Women's Soccer shuts out Michigan

           The Spartans clashed with the Wolverines this past Friday at DeMartin Stadium, winning the game by a score of 3-0.  The clean sheet gave the Spartans their first victory against their in-state rival since 2011.

SOCCER

Zach Bennett becomes the winningest MSU goalkeeper in history

There is certainly a strong physical aspect to playing the goalie position in soccer. As the last line of defense and only player on the field allowed to use his hands, the goalie has to be nimble enough to cover the entire width of the net — 24 feet.  Senior goalkeeper Zach Bennett knows a thing or two about what it takes to be a good goalkeeper.