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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU women's basketball opens NCAA Tournament play in Oklahoma

Michigan State women's basketball heads to Norman, Oklahoma, for the first round of the NCAA Tournament as a No. 5 seed, where four teams with four distinct identities will compete for a single trip to Sacramento. The Spartans open against Mountain West champion Colorado State, a defensive powerhouse that could exploit MSU's recent offensive struggles. Looming on the other side of the bracket is No. 4 Oklahoma, a rebounding machine averaging nearly 87 points per game, and No. 13 Idaho, a mid-major Cinderella riding an 18-game winning streak. With the regular season behind them, all that matters now is who shows up when it counts.

FOOTBALL

Spartans put talent on display at MSU Pro Day

MSU hosted its annual Pro Day as seventeen players showcased their talents in front of NFL scouts. These Spartans look to continue their football career in professional leagues and got the chance to show people why they deserve to take that next step.

SPORTS

Matthew Forbes earns Big Ten Men’s Tennis Player of the Week

Michigan State sophomore Matthew Forbes earned Big Ten Player of the Week honors after clinching a historic upset over No. 1 Ohio State men's tennis and showcasing composure in an 11–9 tiebreak against Penn State men's tennis. He is now also ranked No. 11 nationally, solidifying his role as a key contributor this season.

ICE HOCKEY

Six MSU hockey members received Big Ten postseason honors

Michigan State hockey had six players earn Big Ten postseason honors, led by four First Team selections and major awards for Trey Augustine (Goaltender of the Year) and Matt Basgall (Defensive Player of the Year). Head coach Adam Nightingale was also named Coach of the Year, highlighting another standout season for the Spartans.