Monday, April 6, 2026

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Team

BASKETBALL

MSU freshmen have faults, but potential

The MSU men’s basketball team’s freshmen might not fly across the lane for NBA Jam-like dunks, dribble through defenders’ legs or consistently make ESPN’s Top Ten plays — but even without those attributes, they are living up to the hype.

FOOTBALL

First & bowl

After four tumultuous seasons under former head coach John L. Smith, the Spartan football program found itself in a sink-or-swim situation. With the hiring of head coach Mark Dantonio last December, the program was in a state of flux.

FOOTBALL

Heisman watch

The college football regular season is officially over, and what a year it was. Unbelievable upsets, Heisman moments and gritty leaders summarize the 2007 season.

ICE HOCKEY

Soo sweep

Riding a four-game winless streak, a weekend series against Lake Superior was just what the doctor ordered for the MSU hockey team.