No. 9 MSU women's soccer is heading to Stanford to take on the No. 1 Cardinals in their first ever Elite Eight match. While the odds are stacked against them, the Spartans are embracing the underdog mentality.
Michigan State athletics saw a mix of breakthrough and frustration this week, highlighted by women’s soccer making its first-ever Elite Eight and women’s basketball staying undefeated with dominant wins. While football and hockey both suffered tough losses, cross country, wrestling and men’s tennis delivered strong postseason performances. With key matchups ahead across several sports, the Spartans now turn their focus to finishing the fall season strong.
A season full of incredible highs and lows for MSU men's soccer and their fans came to a close. A dive into the season and what's ahead for these Spartans.
Through the loss and the changes and the pressure, Michigan State football head coach Jonathan Smith addresses the questions and concerns of his future as MSU's head coach.
Michigan State men’s basketball, now ranked No. 11 after wins over Kentucky and Detroit Mercy, is set for the Fort Myers Tip-Off, where it will face East Carolina and No. 16 North Carolina. With ECU entering at No. 244 in KenPom and UNC led by standout freshman Caleb Wilson, the Spartans will return home afterward to host Iowa on Dec. 2 and Duke on Dec. 6.
Behind a dominant 102-41 win over Oakland was a career night from Kennedy Blair and a continued defensive dominance. The redshirt sophomore poured in 25 points in just three quarters, fueling a second-quarter explosion that erased an uneven start and showcased why this Michigan State team thrives on pressure and pace. While questions lingered early around MSU’s offensive consistency and Grace VanSlooten’s health, the Spartans’ depth, defensive intensity and Blair’s all-around performance highlighted a group beginning to find its rhythm ahead of a challenging stretch on the road.
MSU women's soccer beat Colorado 2-1 to book their first trip to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament in program History. Junior midfielder Bella Najera scored both goals to seal the win for the Spartans.
After dropping Game 1 with a 5-4 loss, No. 1 Michigan State hockey looked to split its series against No. 7 Wisconsin. MSU played tighter defense and sharper offense than the previous night, but gave up a power-play goal in the second period. Despite knotting the game in the final period, the Spartans lost 2-1 in overtime.
Michigan State looked like it had finally turned a corner after a dominant third quarter, but a familiar fourth-quarter collapse erased a 10-point lead and handed Iowa a 20-17 win on a last-second field goal. The loss adds another chapter to a season defined by late-game failures, as the Spartans once again showed flashes of promise before unraveling when it mattered most.
On Friday night No. 1 Michigan State hockey hosted No. 7 Wisconsin looking to remain undefeated in Big Ten play. The Spartans took an early 2-0 lead, but the Badgers responded with four goals in the second frame and MSU was unable to mount a comeback, falling 5-4.
Even though the Spartans had no trouble with Detroit Mercy in a 28-point win, the team's consistency will need to improve if it wants to win at a high level.
On Friday, Michigan State basketball's 84-56 victory over Detroit Mercy showed good things, showed bad things, showed inconsistent things. In an inconsistent game, the Spartans outweighed the Titans through the play of its four horseman.
No. 9 MSU women's soccer is gearing up to host No. 12 Colorado in the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA tournament. Both teams are looking for their first trip to the quarterfinals in program history.
The 2026 Midwestern Sectional Singles and U.S. Pairs Final brought more than 300 skaters to East Lansing for their last chance to qualify for Nationals. Amid packed hallways and high-pressure programs, athletes and organizers powered through a week defined by nerves and the possibility of what comes next.
MSU women's soccer advanced to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen for the third time in a row with a convincing win over Wake Forest. Junior midfielder Kayla Briggs scored the lone goal of the match with a stunning finish.
Sophomore forward Juliann Woodard provided the spark Michigan State didn’t know it needed, exploding for 17 points in just under 14 minutes to fuel a dominant 101-53 victory. The Spartans overwhelmed their opponent with relentless pressure, forcing 27 turnovers and turning them into 33 points while committing just six themselves — further strengthening the nation’s best turnover margin. Behind Woodard’s scorching second-half shooting, Grace VanSlooten’s steady production and Kennedy Blair’s career-high 15 rebounds, MSU’s depth and defense proved too much to overcome. Even with a late-game injury scare for VanSlooten, the Spartans’ bench and energy carried a statement win at Breslin Center.
Redshirt senior Isaline “Isa” Alexander has returned to full form this season, highlighted by a 20-point, 9-for-9 shooting performance against Western Michigan. Her performance capped a two-year comeback from multiple injuries that kept her largely off the floor and forced her to rebuild both physically and mentally. Alexander’s dedication, discipline and newfound perspective on the game have not only strengthened her basketball IQ but also inspired teammates like Kennedy Blair. Playing a full season for the first time since 2022-23, Alexander is relishing the chance to contribute while reflecting on the journey that brought her back.
Michigan State football and its offensive line has been anything but productive this season. It's been inefficient and inconsistent, ranks at the bottom of the FBS statically and has lost MSU game after game. In order for MSU to have a future, the offensive line must protect it.
No. 1 MSU hockey will host No. 7/8 Wisconsin at Munn Ice Arena on Friday Nov. 21 at 8:30 p.m. EST and Saturday Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. EST.
MSU women's soccer is relishing the opportunity to host a second – and potentially third – round game in the NCAA tournament as they take on Wake Forest on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 6pm. With their home fans, the cold Michigan weather and the ability to stick to their routine, the Spartans are high on confidence and ready to make history.