Jacob Morris+FollowMichigan State football’s new strength hireMichigan State football is bringing in Joel Welsh as the new strength and conditioning coach—a move that could seriously impact the team’s performance next season. Welsh, who’s been leading Central Michigan’s sports performance since 2019, is known for his hands-on approach and injury prevention focus. With players spending more time with him than any other coach, his influence will be felt on and off the field. What do you think—can a new strength coach make a real difference for the Spartans? Let’s hear your thoughts! #Sports #MichiganState #Spartans00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowMSU’s late surge stuns Penn StateMSU fans got a wild ride as the Spartans turned a nail-biter into a statement win over Penn State, thanks to a clutch finish in the final minute. After a shaky first half filled with turnovers and missed chances, the team flipped the script with sharp shooting and tight defense. Divine Ugochukwu’s big three-pointer and ice-cold free throws sealed the deal, showing how quickly momentum can shift in college hoops. What do you think made the difference in MSU’s comeback—and can they keep this energy rolling through the Big Ten? #Sports #MSU #Spartans00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowMSU’s “wounded animal” mindset fuels hopeJaxon Kohler’s take after the close loss to Duke says everything about this Michigan State team’s spirit. Calling the Spartans a “wounded animal” wasn’t about defeat—it was about urgency and fight. Kohler explained that, like an animal with its back against the wall, this team is more determined than ever not to let setbacks define them. That old-school Tom Izzo toughness is back, and it’s contagious—players are stepping up as leaders, pushing each other, and refusing to accept losing. With this mentality, MSU fans have every reason to believe something special is brewing this season. What do you think—is this the year the Spartans go all the way? #Sports #MSU #Spartans00Share
AmberAbyss+FollowMichigan State’s new lineup shakes things upDivine Ugochukwu’s hot hand powered Michigan State to a nail-biting win at Penn State, but the new starting lineup is stirring up more questions than answers. Ugochukwu, a sophomore transfer, nailed all five of his 3-point shots and dropped a career-high 23 points, giving the Spartans a much-needed boost at shooting guard. But shifting him into the starting five meant less time for other key players and exposed some defensive gaps. With coach Tom Izzo still searching for the right mix, how do you feel about the trade-offs between offense and defense? Is this the spark MSU needs, or just the start of more lineup drama? #Sports #MichiganState #Spartans00Share
AmberAbyss+FollowDivine Ugochukwu’s breakout sparks MSU buzzDivine Ugochukwu’s rise at Michigan State is turning heads—especially after his career-high 23 points in his first start. Remember when folks doubted Tom Izzo’s decision to bring him in? Now, Ugochukwu’s transformation from a struggling Miami freshman to a sharpshooting Spartan is the talk of East Lansing. He’s nailed 10 of his last 12 threes and filled a major gap in the lineup, showing what real player development looks like. Izzo’s knack for unlocking potential is on full display. What do you think—can Ugochukwu keep this up and become MSU’s next star? #Sports #MichiganState #Spartans00Share
AmberAbyss+FollowIzzo Rips ‘Ridiculous’ Calls in Duke LossSpartan Nation, what did you think of Tom Izzo’s postgame comments after the tough 66-60 loss to the Blue Devils? Coach called out a couple of ‘ridiculous’ calls—especially the one on Cooper and a missed travel that led to a Duke three. While Izzo admitted the late foul on Scott was legit, he still felt the refs didn’t do Sparty any favors. Do you agree with Izzo, or did Duke just outplay us down the stretch? #Sports #Spartans #Duke00Share
Christopher Hughes+FollowFitz’s Staff Power: MSU Playing It Close?Spartan Nation, what do you make of Pat Fitzgerald’s term sheet not spelling out his authority over staff hires and fires? Unlike Jonathan Smith, Fitz’s deal is missing those details—and there’s no mention of a staff salary pool either. MSU says it’ll be in the final contract, but for now, it’s all pretty vague. After the Northwestern saga, is this just Spartan brass being extra cautious, or a sign of bigger changes ahead? #Sports #Football #Spartans00Share
AmberAbyss+FollowDuke vs Michigan State: Blue Devils End Spartans’ StreakTough night for the Spartans as their unbeaten run came to a halt against the Blue Devils. Duke’s late surge at the Breslin Center handed Sparty a 66-60 loss, dropping them to No. 9 in the AP Top 25. Meanwhile, the Blue Devils keep rolling, now sitting at No. 3. Did the refs play a role, or was Duke just too clutch down the stretch? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #DukeVsMichiganState #Spartans00Share