Get to know MSU beat writer Matt Charboneau: From waxing cars to waxing poetic

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Get to know columnist Bob Wojnowski: He once was a short-order cook; now, he just writes long

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Get to know columnist John Niyo: His newspaper career began as Johnny Orr’s delivery boy

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MSU crowned national champ in simulated NCAA Tournament

In a simulation from FiveThirtyEight.com, the Spartans were crowned national champions, beating Kansas in a virtual national championship game.

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Wojo: These sports memories are frozen in time

The goal here is to reminisce about the most "memorable" — not the "greatest" — moments, so prepare for some crushing recollections as well.

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Here’s a look at Michigan State’s 2020 football schedule

Michigan State actually opens the season with a Big Ten game.

Michigan State’s offense aims to put the ‘pounds’ back on

The goal for first-year coach Mel Tucker is to not only breathe some life into the offense, but getting the ball moving on the ground once again.

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Father of Michigan State assistant coach Dwayne Stephens dies from COVID-19

Dwayne Stephens Sr., the father of Michigan State men’s basketball associate head coach Dwayne Stephens, died Wednesday after contracting COVID-19.

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‘You knew that we were gonna win’: Spartans reminisce on 20th anniversary of 2000 title

On April 3, 2000, Michigan State beat Florida to win the program's second national championship.

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MSU: ‘Nothing to support’ ESPN claims Tom Izzo interfered with probe

ESPN published a report saying Izzo and two assistant coaches contacted a witness in the investigation involving walk-on Brock Washington.

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Trieu: MSU offer ‘means a lot’ to Detroit Loyola’s Derrick Harmon

Growing up, Harmon was the only one in his house who rooted for the Spartans.

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Courtney Hawkins: ‘No better place’ than MSU to make college coaching debut

He’d put together one heck of a resume, but there was still one thing he needed to check off his career list. Courtney Hawkins wanted to coach college football.

Wojo: As sports world flickers, Tom Izzo keeps the passion burning

It’s late March and Tom Izzo is busy cleaning his garage, and his attic, and his home office with the overstuffed drawers.

Green Room podcast: Special golf edition with long-time pro, epic story teller Tom Gillis

Gillis, a native of Lake Orion, is the special guest on this week's edition of the Green Room podcast with Matt Charboneau and Tony Paul.

Remembering Michigan State’s 2000 championship team

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MSU spring roster reveal: Julian Barnett listed at CB, Adam Berghorst on offense

The spring roster at least gives some idea of the direction the team is heading in a couple of areas.

NCAA extends recruiting dead period to May 31

The NCAA previously instituted a recruiting dead period last month that was supposed to run through April 15 due to the coronavirus outbreak.

MSU football players become resourceful while adhering to workout routines

Some have resorted to using cinderblocks and gallon water jugs as exercise gear to stay in shape, but Spartans players are holding each other accountable during this downtime.

Attorney General’s office to re-examine sexual assault case involving MSU player

The case was investigated by the MSU Police and sent to Ingham County Prosecutor Carol Siemon’s office in February. No charges were brought.

‘It’ll be fun’: Hazelton fired up to take over traditional defensive power at MSU

When the call came from Mel Tucker, there wasn’t much hesitation from Scottie Hazelton.

Michigan, Michigan State adjust to new realities in the football recruiting game

So much in the sporting world is in limbo because of the coronavirus pandemic, but college football recruiting continues as staffs find creative ways to stay in touch with high school recruits.

Michigan State football weighs position changes, though ‘right now it’s all theory’

Mel Tucker and his staff will have plenty of time to tinker with Michigan State’s roster over the next few weeks.

‘There’s no blueprint’: Virus upends recruiting for UM’s Kim Barnes Arico, all coaches

After Michigan lost to Ohio State in the semifinals of the Big Ten women’s tournament, coach Kim Barnes Arico and her staff immediately hit the road.

Big Ten extends suspension of team activities through May 4

The Big Ten reiterated there is no on- and off-campus recruiting activities for the foreseeable future.

Niyo: New Spartans offensive coordinator looking for a CEO under center

No one is sure when college football will be open for business again. But whenever the time comes, Michigan State’s new coaching staff knows it will have its work cut out for it.

Offensive coordinator hopes to see Spartans put ‘multiple’ points on the scoreboard

Jay Johnson emphasized that the bottom line is scoring over giving his offense a label.

MSU’s Tillman to enter name in NBA draft, keeps open option to return

Michigan State's Xavier Tillman has decided to see where he stands in the eyes of the NBA.

Trieu: MSU makes pitch to emerging East Lansing lineman Ethan Boyd

Michigan State’s new football staff has found a lineman very close by to recruit in East Lansing’s Ethan Boyd.

Michigan State, Michigan basketball rankings hinge on unsettled variables

CBS Sports, ESPN, NBC Sports and USA Today all listed Michigan State and Michigan in their early top 25 rankings for next season.

MSU’s Winston earns consensus second-team All-American honors

For the second straight season, Michigan State’s Cassius Winston has earned consensus second-team All-American honors.

Magistrate: Blackwell’s case against MSU’s Dantonio, others should be tossed

A federal judge will take up the recommendations in the coming days.

Green Room podcast: MSU grad Mario Impemba on dream jobs, Tigers, future plans

Matt Charboneau and Tony Paul talk to Michigan State grad Mario Impemba about his start in broadcasting, dream jobs, highlights with the Tigers and moving on from the Rod Allen incident.

Jaguars’ Marrone: Ex-MSU star Darqueze Dennard a good fit

Though Dennard, 28, played mostly nickel corner for the Bengals, he is expected to play outside cornerback for the Jaguars.

MSU’s Winston earns second-team All-American honors from USBWA

Winston previously was named to the second-team from the Associated Press and the Sporting News.

MSU’s Cassius Winston earns AP All-America honors for second straight season

Winston averaged 18.6 points and 5.9 assists a game while shooting 43.2 percent from 3-point range.

Trieu: Michigan State in mix for athletic Ohio tight end Mitchell Evans

247Sports ranks Wadsworth (Ohio) tight end Mitchell Evans as the No. 16 junior prospect in Ohio and No. 24 tight end nationally.

MSU mailbag: Tillman’s chances of going pro; prep sensation Bates wearing Green and White?

Despite the shutdown of all sports, there is a lot weighing on the minds of Spartans fans.

‘We’re all on one team’: MSU, UM sports join forces for coronavirus PSA

"There are keys to victory if we're going to beat it," UM football coach Jim Harbaugh said, before throwing in one of his catchphrases. "Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind."

MSU’s Mel Tucker moves forward with program under ‘new normal’

This isn’t how Mel Tucker envisioned his first spring going as Michigan State’s head coach.

MSU finishes No. 9 in Associated Press basketball Top 25; Kansas No. 1

Michigan State finished at No. 9 in the final Associated Press Top 25 poll, released Wednesday, while Michigan was unable to crack it.