Michigan State narrowly defeated Michigan 197.525-197.425 this afternoon at Crisler Center in a Big Ten gymnastics competition themed by the close finish of the meet in the last rotation. Excellent individual performances led to one of the most closely contested results in the last several years of this rivalry.
In the first top-15 matchup of the Michigan State–Michigan rivalry, the Spartans pushed the Wolverines to the brink in an overtime thriller at Breslin Center. A frantic final sequence and a missed half-court heave sent the game to overtime tied at 81, where Michigan finally created separation to escape with a 94-91 win. Despite the loss, MSU matched Michigan’s physicality possession for possession in a game that showcased the intensity, depth and growing national stature of the Big Ten.
No. 13 Michigan State women’s basketball welcomes No. 9 Michigan to the Breslin Center on Sunday for the first top-15 matchup between the in-state rivals. Both teams enter the contest near the top of the Big Ten standings with nearly identical resumes, combining efficient offenses with disruptive defenses that thrive on forcing turnovers. With conference title implications on the line, the rivalry meeting sets up as a tightly contested battle that could play a pivotal role in the Big Ten race.
On an outdoor rink before 74,575 fans, No. 2 Michigan State hockey battled with No. 5 Penn State. The Spartans took an early lead but responses from both sides forced overtime, where the Spartans came out with a 5-4 win. Senior forward Charlie Stramel scored the game-winning goal his first collegiate hat trick.
MSU played hard, just maybe too hard, and handed themselves an 83-71 loss to No. 3 Michigan Friday night.
Michigan State basketball fell to Michigan 83-71 in a game which saw the Spartans fail an attempt to comeback from an 18 point deficit.
With the win, Michigan State improved to 20-5-0 overall and 11-5-0 in Big Ten play, moving into second place in the conference with 33 points, one point behind No. 1 Michigan. The Spartans will close out the series Saturday at 1 p.m. at Beaver Stadium on Big Ten Network.
Despite being told not to line up outside the Breslin Center before 6 p.m. for the Michigan State - Michigan men's basketball game, students tried all day — while those who came earlier were escorted away by security, a large crowd gathered at 4:30 p.m., frustrated at the rule and eager to support their team.
MSU sports is staying busy throughout the winter season. Men's basketball pulled off a comeback-overtime victory and hockey is set for a tough-Big Ten battle, including an outdoor competition. Meanwhile, women's basketball has stayed solid and prepares for a rivalry game. Gymnastics hosted its home opener while wrestling, tennis and golf are all heating up.
Michigan State women’s basketball took care of business on the road before turning its attention to a rivalry matchup. Behind a dominant first half and relentless defensive pressure, the No. 13 Spartans rolled past Purdue 86-65 in West Lafayette, improving to 19-2 and setting the stage for a top 15 showdown with No. 9 Michigan.
In 2001, Michigan State hosted the first-ever outdoor hockey game, making history for both college hockey and beyond. Now, the Spartans will travel to Pennsylvania, competing outdoors at Penn State’s Beaver Stadium. No. 2 MSU hockey will face No. 5 Penn State for a two-game series this weekend. The teams will compete on Friday, Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. EST in Pegula Ice Arena and close out the series on Saturday, Jan. 31 at 1 p.m. EST in Beaver Stadium. Both games are crucial to the race for a Big Ten title and MSU is taking things one day at a time.
MSU and UM will face each other on Friday for the 197th time in their collective history. The two teams have different styles, but have cemented themselves among the elites.
It's been eight years since Michigan State men's basketball has lost to Michigan in the Breslin Center. On Friday, Jan, 30 at 8 p.m. the Spartan's will attempt to continue that streak in a game that will be defined by good defense and consistent post play.
Recent MSU women's soccer grad Maggie Illig signed with USL Super League team Sporting Club Jacksonville.
It wasn't always pretty, but behind a 29-point effort from Jeremy Fears Jr., MSU topped Rutgers 88-79
The big game vs. the Wolverines is just four days away, but first MSU travels to Rutgers looking to build on its successes.
The Michigan State gymnastics team faced UCLA in a home dual meet at the Breslin Center, where they put up a good fight throughout the meet thanks to outstanding performances from their main athletes and the strong support of their fans in attendance. Ultimately, the Bruins prevailed in a tightly contested matchup.
No. 2 Michigan State hockey hosted Minnesota on Saturday night, earning its second-straight sweep against Big Ten opponents with a 3-2 win before its home crowd. The Spartans' mirrored their detailed performance from the previous night, remaining consistently efforted on both sides of the ice.
It was domination at Breslin on Saturday as MSU controlled Maryland from the start in a 91-48 win.
In Michigan State's 91-48 victory over Maryland, the Spartan's did everything well. They passed the ball consistently, put the ball through the hoop with ease, played aggressive defense that suffocated Maryland's offense, and found themselves running circles around the Terrapins in a dominating victory.