From NIL deals to financial literacy, Women of Sparta helps MSU’s female athletes navigate the realities of life beyond competition. The program focuses on mentorship, media training and long-term professional development.
Right before the season opener Friday, Feb. 13th at Lousiville, MSU Athletics announced baseball head coach Jake Boss Jr. was given a contract extension through the 2029 season.
Jordan Scott has been a "pleasant surprise" for Tom Izzo, who will earn his third start and increased minutes at Wisconsin on Friday.
Michigan State faced its toughest test of the season Wednesday and came up short. No. 2 UCLA overwhelmed the No. 13 Spartans from the opening tip, using suffocating defense, balanced scoring and a dominant rebounding performance to secure an 86-63 win. Despite a stronger second half, MSU never found an offensive rhythm against the experienced Bruins, who showed why they are a legitimate national title contender.
A top-15 matchup arrives in East Lansing as No. 13 Michigan State looks to take its next step against No. 2 UCLA and senior center Lauren Betts. The Bruins enter Breslin Center unbeaten in Big Ten play, while the Spartans aim to turn their turnover-forcing defense into a season-defining victory.
One word to describe Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald's first recruiting cycle would be a “whirlwind,” assembling a 30-player class built around in-state talent and transfer portal experience. Highlighted by the retention of Michigan’s top wide receiver Samson Gash and key veteran additions in the trenches, the Spartans’ 2026 class reflects Fitzgerald’s vision of rebuilding MSU through high school development, competitive depth and culture.
Two Michigan State hockey alumni, former forwards Wojciech Stachowiak and Dustin Gazley, will compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics.
MSU wrestling took on No.8 Iowa at a packed Jenison Fieldhouse unable to build on their previosu victory over Northwestern as they lost the dual 40-6. Iowa had a incredible 6 of their 9 wins at the dual coming from technical fall.
Michigan State basketball needed a bounce back victory to end its recent slump. On Saturday night against No. 5 Illinois, the Spartans got this, aided by two freshmen players that made the difference between victory and defeat.
MSU fought from behind most of the night, but capitalized when needed to top No. 5 Illinois 85-82.
After dropping the series opener 4-3 in overtime, No. 2 Michigan State hockey faced No. 1 Michigan at Little Caesar’s Arena for their annual Duel in the D contest. The Spartans took an early lead that they built upon throughout the night. Despite giving up a couple goals, MSU's defense earned it a 5-2 victory. With the win, the Spartans take first place in the Big Ten standings, leading Michigan by just one point. The rivalry win was necessary for the Spartans to have a shot at regular-season conference champs.
Jase Richardson will be competing in this year's NBA Dunk Contest, following his father, who won the contest twice.
After dropping the doubles point, Michigan State women’s tennis surged in singles to defeat Xavier 4–2 in conference action. The win marks the Spartans’ third straight victory this season.
No. 2 Michigan State hockey visited No. 1 Michigan for the first round of a two-game series. Despite a 3-1 lead entering the final intermission, the Spartans gave up two third-period goals, forcing extra hockey. MSU fell 4-3 in overtime after taking a costly penalty.
Tom Izzo said he's still grappling with whether or not to punish his star point guard after a week of scrutiny
MSU's Divine Ugochukwu will undergo season-ending foot surgery next week and will be out for the remainder of the season, head coach Tom Izzo said.
Michigan State endured a turbulent week across multiple sports, highlighted by back-to-back men’s basketball losses, statement rivalry wins in hockey and gymnastics, and continued consistency from several programs. While the Spartans struggled to close games on the hardwood, MSU hockey swept Penn State, women’s gymnastics secured a historic top-15 rivalry victory, and wrestling snapped its Big Ten skid at home. With top-10 matchups, rivalry clashes and multiple seasons just getting underway, Michigan State now looks ahead to a pivotal stretch across the athletic department.
No. 2 Michigan State hockey will face off against No. 1 Michigan this weekend, opening the two-game series at Yost Ice Arena before concluding it at Little Caesar’s Arena for their annual Duel in the D contest. The series will impact who wins the Big Ten regular-season title. Getting to the inside offensively will be key to the Spartans' success.
Super Bowl 60 is nearly here and Spartan fans will be watching two former MSU football stars, Kenneth Walker III and Bryce Baringer take the biggest stage in the sport this weekend.
The MSU Water Ski club's focus on bonding gives them a unique edge