FOOTBALL

The influence of the 1965, 1966 MSU football teams on the integration of college football

PJ Pfeiffer

September 12, 2024

Nearly 60 years after the MSU 1965 and 1966 football teams played their last games together, both squads will be inducted into the MSU Hall of Fame. The teams were led by Head Coach Duffy Daugherty, who became one of the most influential figures in college football after he helped break the sport's color barrier in the early 1960s during the Civil Rights Movement. 

FOOTBALL

MSU football expects to stay undefeated Saturday against FCS opponent

Kaspar Haehnle

September 11, 2024

After an upset win on a last-second field goal against Maryland last week, Michigan State will host Prairie View A&M at Spartan Stadium Saturday to possibly start 3-0 for the first time since 2021. 

FOOTBALL

MSU and Boston College to honor 9/11 hero in football matchup Sept. 21

Jason Benedek

September 11, 2024

The meeting between the two up-and-coming programs will be the "Red Bandana" game at Alumni Stadium and the annual tradition honoring fallen 9/11 hero Welles Crowther. Boston College players will wear special red bandana-themed uniforms with the words “For Welles" written across the back. Before the game, there will be a moment of silence held for Crowther and all victims of the 9/11 attacks.

SPORTS

NCAA Individual Championships highlight fall schedule for MSU men's tennis

Douglas Doty

September 10, 2024

MSU men's tennis will look to mirror its success from last season as the Spartans' fall 2024 schedule was announced Monday. 

FOOTBALL

Rich Homie Quan, dead at 34, leaves footprint at MSU

Alana Lundgaard

September 10, 2024

Rapper Rich Homie Quan was found dead Thursday at age 34. Members of the MSU football 2014 Rose Bowl team speak on his legacy and the foundation of a winning tradition.

ICE HOCKEY

A history of MSU hockey and outdoor games

Jason Benedek

September 10, 2024

Ahead of MSU hockey's January trip to Wrigley Field to play Wisconsin, the Spartans have a steeper history in outdoor games than most.

VOLLEYBALL

MSU volleyball’s Nalani Iosia named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

PJ Pfeiffer

September 9, 2024

Michigan State women’s volleyball fifth year libero Nalani Iosia was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week on Monday for the second time in her career.

FOOTBALL

Nick Marsh earns Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors

Kaspar Haehnle

September 9, 2024

The 17-year-old wideout was awarded Big Ten Freshman of the Week Monday after finishing with eight receptions for 194 yards and one touchdown in just his second collegiate game. 

VOLLEYBALL

MSU volleyball defeats Loyola, finishes Kathy DeBoer Invitational undefeated

Jania Clowers

September 8, 2024

Michigan State volleyball won the third and final match of the Kathy DeBoer Invitational with a hard-fought, 3-1 victory against Loyola Chicago on Sunday, Sep 8. 

WOMEN'S SOCCER

MSU women's soccer finishes non-conference schedule unbeaten

Archer Guanco

September 8, 2024

For the second time in four years, Jeff Hosler's MSU side will end the non-conference section of the season undefeated.

BASKETBALL

MSU Madness time adjusted for Izzone campout, football game

Luke Joseph

September 8, 2024

The school announced Wednesday that Michigan State Madness, an annual event at Breslin Center introducing the MSU men's and women's basketball teams, will be held Friday, Oct. 4. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with festivities starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free. The start time is two and a half earlier than that of previous years. 

FOOTBALL

MSU football proves itself in first major test of Jonathan Smith era

Alana Lundgaard

September 8, 2024

Just two games in, Smith and company can hang their hat on a gritty, resilient road win in the Big Ten. 

FOOTBALL

Chiles, Marsh spark connection against Maryland

Kaspar Haehnle

September 7, 2024

The Michigan State football team took down the Maryland Terrapins in their first Big Ten game of the year on the shoulders of sophomore quarterback Aidan Chiles and freshman wide receiver Nick Marsh.

MEN'S SOCCER

Individual showings all for naught in MSU men's soccer's 1-1 draw with Air Force

Satvik Shubham

September 7, 2024

Michigan State men's soccer drew 1-1 with Air Force Friday night in a match defined by officiating drama, moments of magic and an underdog answer from the Falcons.

VOLLEYBALL

Communication, momentum builds to help MSU volleyball edge past Western Kentucky

PJ Pfeiffer

September 7, 2024

Michigan State volleyball took home court for the first time this season Friday, besting Western Kentucky in four sets in the first game of three of the Kathy DeBoer Invitational Tournament. 

VOLLEYBALL

MSU volleyball to play home opener Friday

PJ Pfeiffer

September 5, 2024

After starting the 2024 season 1-2, the Spartans will play their home opener against Western Kentucky on Friday, Sept. 6, with first serve at 7 p.m. at Breslin Center.

FOOTBALL

Preview: MSU football faces early season Big Ten test against Maryland

Kaspar Haehnle

September 5, 2024

Michigan State football travels to Maryland on Saturday to take on the Terrapins in its first Big Ten test of the season.

FOOTBALL

MSU football navigates road pressure, injuries ahead of Maryland

Alana Lundgaard

September 4, 2024

Michigan State’s football team has a lot of work to do to compete with Maryland Saturday, and the outcome of the game will showcase this team’s current level of skill and execution. 

WOMEN'S SOCCER

Near comeback turns to heartbreak for MSU women's soccer in draw with No. 15 Xavier

Satvik Shubham

September 1, 2024

What was almost a statement win, a program victory for the reigning two-time Big Ten Champions was spoiled in the final seconds. 

FOOTBALL

MSU football opener: On Aidan Chiles' night, Spartan defense saves the day

Kaspar Haehnle

August 31, 2024

Michigan State football survives its first game of the year 16-10 against the Florida Atlantic Owls in a defensive slugfest.