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Izzo not interested in Raptors, plans to stay
Despite speculation that MSU basketball coach Tom Izzo would have met with Toronto Raptors general manager Rob Babcock about the team's head coaching vacancy, Izzo said June 14 that he is committed to MSU and is not interested in the job. Through a statement, Izzo said he knew a lot of candidates have been interviewed for the Toronto job but that he is not one of them. "I have a commitment to this program and that is to try to win another national championship," Izzo said. Questions surrounding Izzo's interest began when a source close to the Toronto search told ESPN.com and college basketball analyst Andy Katz that Izzo had talked to Babcock, the newly hired GM, and that the two will meet at a yet to be determined time. Katz said he didn't know of Izzo's interest in the job vacancy but he did know Izzo took the call from Babcock and the two talked. According to Jim LaBumbard, director of media relations for the Toronto Raptors, no candidates for the coaching vacancy have been announced. "Rob has not said anything on the coaching search and will likely not comment on the search until it is over," LaBumbard said. Babcock could not be reached for comment. Izzo is one of the candidates being considered for the position according to a report by the Toronto Star.
Stanton leads race for 'U' No. 1 quarterback
A three-man quarterback race. One quarterback leading the way but facing many questions from missing spring practice.
Coach feels conference wide-open for 'U' championship
The MSU volleyball team has been mentioned as one of the top contenders in the Big Ten in the past few years but 2004 might be a little different. After losing four seniors including three-year starting setter Nikki Colson and middle Jenny Rood, the Spartans are falling into a role they are unfamiliar with - the underdog. "I think we're capable of a lot more than people expect of us," said senior outside hitter Kim Schram. "It's going to be hard to lose four strong athletes, but this spring, we developed a new chemistry - the kind of chemistry an underdog team needs to have to play well." With a new look and dynamic to the team, the Spartans are looking to rebound from failed expectations last season after finishing sixth in the conference.
'D' must carry team in early season
If there is one thing the MSU football team has confidence in this season, it's the defense. With questions surrounding the quarterback and running back positions and the offensive line, the Spartans are counting on the more experienced defense to lead the team early this season. "Having the most returners on our side of the ball, we know we're going to be counted on early," defensive coordinator Chris Smeland said.
Spartan captains picked for on and off field leadership
With three of the four captains on the MSU football team playing on the defensive side of the ball, it's clear what aspect of the team head coach John L.
