FOOTBALL

A new era in East Lansing: MSU enters 2026 with a new coach and revamped roster

Owen Kinzey

August 27, 2026

The start of the college football season is always exciting — teams acquire fresh talent, coaches take over new programs and fanbases continuously convince themselves that this year could be their year. Following two coaching changes in three seasons, MSU turned to Big Ten veteran Pat Fitzgerald, who spent 17 years at Northwestern, to lead the Spartans. 

FOOTBALL

Six Spartans set to pave way for 2026 MSU football season

Owen Kinzey

August 25, 2026

With the home opener just 10 days away, first-year head coach Pat Fitzgerald announced at Monday’s press conference that the team decided on six captains for the upcoming season.

WOMEN'S SOCCER

Henning named to Canada's U-20 FIFA Women's World Cup roster

Audrey Dayton

August 21, 2026

Noelle Henning, a sophomore goalkeeper for the Michigan State women’s soccer team, has been named to Canada’s roster for the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup, announced by Canada Soccer yesterday. 

ICE HOCKEY

Munnsters adopt membership model for upcoming MSU hockey season

Audrey Dayton

August 20, 2026

The Michigan State hockey team’s student section — more affectionately known as the Munnsters — is adopting a new membership model for the upcoming season, akin to current Izzone memberships. Memberships allow students to purchase Munnsters tickets on a single-game basis during a selection period in September. MSU Athletics said the system is meant to include more students in the hockey student section, which has become a hot ticket due to the program's success in recent years.

SPORTS

New MSU athletic director Dan Bartholomae says Spartans will 'play to win'

Ever Pratt-Hart

August 20, 2026

Michigan State University’s new Athletic Director Dan Bartholomae touted his vision for the future of the department at a press conference on Wednesday, saying, "We will play to win."

FOOTBALL

Chemistry and cohesion taking shape as MSU football builds a brotherhood

Owen Kinzey

August 19, 2026

Nearly two weeks into fall camp, the Michigan State University football team is beginning to look less like a newly assembled roster and more like a unified team.

FOOTBALL

UConn transfer Cam Edwards building trust, bringing personality to MSU football

Owen Kinzey

August 13, 2026

University of Connecticut transfer Cam Edwards has brought plenty of energy and experience to Michigan State University’s running back room, but this year Edwards has one goal in mind — to win. 

ICE HOCKEY

MSU hockey fills Klepov's spot with Diego Johnson

Audrey Dayton

August 12, 2026

Michigan State hockey has added forward Diego Johnson to its roster to replace former commit Nikita Klepov, who signed a professional contract in July and forfeited his NCAA eligibility. Johnson brings the roster back to 26 players, entering off a 46-point season in the Western Hockey League.

SPORTS

Spartan tandem advances to Round of 64 in U.S. Amateur match play

Owen Kinzey

August 12, 2026

Michigan State’s past and present will share the course as Round of 64 match play begins at the U.S. Amateur Championship on Wednesday.

FOOTBALL

Joe Rossi eyes defensive leap after MSU football’s late-season surge

Owen Kinzey

August 10, 2026

Defensive coordinator Joe Rossi wants last year’s progress to translate into success in 2026.

SPORTS

Former MSU golfer to compete in 2026 USGA U.S. Amateur Championship

Owen Kinzey

August 10, 2026

Michigan State University graduate Caleb Bond earned a spot in the 2026 USGA U.S. Amateur Championship, just a few months after concluding his career as a Spartan.

FOOTBALL

Pat Fitzgerald names recipient of new Spartan jersey tradition

Lucas Gentilia

August 8, 2026

MSU football has a new tradition and transfer edge Kenny Soares Jr. will be its first recipient—the No. 1 jersey was awarded to the redshirt senior for upholding "Spartan values."

FOOTBALL

Intensity and urgency define MSU's first fall practice

Owen Kinzey

August 7, 2026

During his first press conference ahead of fall camp, Fitzgerald outlined two core principles to shape the team's culture in every facet — intensity and urgency.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

Izzo suggests he will not add to MSU roster, despite court ruling

Julia Roeder

August 4, 2026

The ruling signaled a possible return for the MSU basketball's second-leading scorer, Jaxon Kohler, but men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo dispelled the rumors by pointing out the timing.

SPORTS

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: MSU sports offer opportunities for students to participate

Audrey Dayton

August 3, 2026

Whether you’re a die-hard fan, just looking for the college experience or couldn’t care less, sports impacts every student at MSU. Here’s a breakdown of everything in Spartan athletics – from tickets, lines, traditions and how to get the most out of the fan experience as a student. And if you’re not interested in being a fan, here’s a couple tips for navigating a campus dominated by Big Ten sports culture. 

ICE HOCKEY

Nightingale and MSU hockey players partake in 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase

Audrey Dayton

August 3, 2026

Michigan State coach Adam Nightingale, eight Spartans and two commits participated in the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase which serves as a selection process for the 2027 World Junior Championship, the highest international competition for hockey players 20 and under.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

Judge grants injunction allowing former Spartans extra year of eligibility

Lucas Gentilia

July 31, 2026

Former MSU men's basketball players Jaxon Kohler and Tre Holloman will be allowed an extra year of eligibility after a U.S. District Court judge in Colorado granted an injunction siding against the NCAA’s new "five in five" rule.

ICE HOCKEY

Klepov signs entry-level deal, leaves MSU hockey after roster announcement

Audrey Dayton

July 25, 2026

MSU hockey commit Nikita Klepov signed a deal with the Anaheim Ducks, forgoing his eligibility the day after MSU announced its roster for the upcoming season. The team now consists of 25 players for the time being.

ICE HOCKEY

MSU hockey announces 26-man roster for upcoming season

Audrey Dayton

July 24, 2026

MSU hockey announced its roster of 14 returners and 12 newcomers for the upcoming season earlier today. The team contains 18 draft picks including 10 first-round picks, five from the 2026 NHL Draft.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU basketball manager Matthew Watkins earns 'impossible' walk-on spot

Lucas Gentilia

July 20, 2026

Michigan State student manager Matthew Watkins was once told a walk-on spot would never be a possibility, but three years later, he's earned a place on the Michigan State basketball roster.