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 — In a blockbuster move that has sent shockwaves through the college hockey world, the Michigan State Spartans have landed the nation’s top overall recruit, elite five-star left winger Carter Maddox, from the NCAA transfer portal. The announcement came late Wednesday evening, as Maddox revealed his commitment to MSU via a surprise video posted to social media, stunning fans and analysts alike. Maddox, a 6’2″, 195-pound scoring phenom, spent his freshman year dominating with 27 goals and 21 assists at Boston College. He entered the portal last month amid speculation that he’d transfer to a perennial powerhouse like Minnesota or…

— Legends are not born—they are forged in moments of fire, pain, and unrelenting will. And last night, under the blazing lights of the RCA Dome, Michigan State’s Mateen Cleaves etched his name into basketball immortality with a performance that defied pain, logic, and gravity. The Spartans stormed past the Florida Gators 89-76 to capture the 2000 NCAA National Championship, and it was Cleaves—limping but undeterred—who carried them across the finish line. It was the third quarter when silence fell across Spartan Nation. Cleaves crumpled to the hardwood, clutching his right ankle in visible agony. The heart of Michigan State’s…

— In a move that has electrified the Spartan fan base and reignited memories of past glory, Michigan State University announced today that former All-American guard Shawn Respert is returning to East Lansing — this time as a bench coach under head coach Tom Izzo. Respert, widely regarded as one of the most legendary players in Spartan basketball history, is embracing a new chapter in his basketball journey. During a press conference at the Breslin Center, the 52-year-old couldn’t hold back his excitement. “This is home,” Respert said, emotion in his voice. “I bled green and white as a player,…

— In one of the most jaw-dropping recruiting moments in recent college basketball history, Michigan State has landed the commitment of 5-star phenom Darryn Peterson, sending shockwaves throughout the NCAA landscape. The 6’5” shooting guard from Canton, Ohio — widely considered the No. 1 prospect in the 2025 class — stunned the basketball world Wednesday afternoon when he announced live on national television that he will be suiting up for Tom Izzo and the Spartans. “Michigan State felt like home,” Peterson said as he donned a green and white hat, flashing a grin to a raucous crowd of family and…

— Nearly three decades into his legendary tenure, Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo continues to defy time, trends, and turnover. As his Spartans prepare to face off against Mississippi in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament, the same values that defined his early teams remain the bedrock of their success — toughness, discipline, and an unshakable belief in rebounding. “I always say you can win games in a lot of different ways,” Izzo said Thursday, leaning back in his chair during media availability. “But to win championships, it’s pretty standard still. You’ve got to be able to do…

 — In a heartfelt move reflecting both compassion and leadership off the court, Michigan State Basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo has invested $3.6 million of his own money to transform a local residential property into a shelter for homeless youth. Amid increasing concerns over the rise in youth homelessness across Michigan, Izzo’s initiative aims to offer stability, safety, and hope to some of the state’s most vulnerable residents. The shelter, expected to open later this year, will provide not only temporary housing but also counseling, educational resources, and job training support for teens and young adults struggling with homelessness. “It’s…

In a stunning turn of events that has rocked the college basketball world, five-star guard Tre Hallowman has officially turned down an unprecedented $865 million offer from the University of Tennessee to remain at Michigan State. The offer, believed to be the highest ever made to a college athlete in the NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) era, was expected to lure Hallowman away from East Lansing—but the rising junior had other plans. “I came to Michigan State to build a legacy, not chase a paycheck,” Hallowman said at a press conference Thursday morning. “Coach Izzo believed in me before anyone…

 — In a stunning show of loyalty, legendary head coach Tom Izzo has turned down a record-shattering $205 million offer from the University of Kentucky, choosing instead to remain at the helm of Michigan State basketball. The Hall of Famer signed a $125 million lifetime extension with the Spartans, solidifying his place as the eternal heartbeat of East Lansing. Sources close to the negotiation revealed that Kentucky’s offer included full program control, NIL incentives, and legacy rights—yet Izzo’s heart never wavered. “This isn’t just a job. This is home,” Izzo said in a statement. “Michigan State shaped me. I want…

Under sunny skies and in front of more than 60,000 fans, Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore smiled widely as he paced the sidelines of Michigan Stadium during the first half of the Wolverines’ annual spring game. It was a confident, composed demeanor that set the tone for a new era in Ann Arbor. Saturday marked Moore’s first spring game as the full-time head coach, following a historic 2024 season that saw him guide Michigan to a College Football Playoff victory after taking over in an interim role. Now officially at the helm, Moore used the spring showcase to highlight depth,…

— Georgia Bulldogs standout safety Malaki Starks is no stranger to delivering big hits and game-changing plays on the field. But off the field, it’s a different kind of strength that’s been shaping the rising football star — the quiet, unwavering support of his fiancée, Savanna Jackson. In an exclusive interview this week, Starks opened up for the first time about their love story, one that began not under the Friday night lights or during a headline-grabbing moment, but through simple, authentic connection. “She wasn’t loud, she was real,” Starks said, reflecting on their first encounter during his sophomore year…