Grand Rapids Rise News

 

     The Grand Rapids Rise are a professional women's indoor volleyball team competing in the inaugural season of the PVF (Pro Volleyball Federation).  There are seven teams competing in the 2024 PVF season including the Atlanta Vibe, the Columbus Fury, the Grand Rapids Rise, the Omaha Supernovas, the Orlando Valkyries, the San Diego Mojo, and the Vegas Thrill. 

     The Grand Rapids Rise are currently in 3rd place in the PVF standings with an overall record of 6-6.  The Grand Rapids Rise play their home games at Van Andel Arena located at 130 Fulton Street W, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.  Cathy George is the Head Coach of the Grand Rapids Rise.  Cathy George was the Head Coach of the Michigan State University women's volleyball team from 2005-2021.  

     Some of the players on the Grand Rapids Rise roster include Middle Blocker #1 Sydney Bolding, Middle Blocker #28 Kayla Caffey, Outside Hitter #9 Claire Chaussee, Middle Blocker #7 Nia Grant, Middle Blocker #17 Alyssa Jenson, Setter #15 Mac Podraza, Outside Hitter #10 Shannon Scully, and Setter #12 Sarah Sponcil.  Alyssa Jenson played college volleyball at Michigan State University from 2014-2017.   

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-  The Grand Rapids Rise roster also includes Outside Hitter #27 Symone Abbott, Outside Hitter #14 Emiliya Dimitrova, Setter #13 Ashley Evans, Opposite Hitter #4 Morgahn Fingall, Middle Blocker #8 Marin Grote, Libero #31 Camila Gomez, and Outside Hitter #5 Erika Pritchard.

-  The Atlanta Vibe are currently in 1st place in the PVF standings with an overall record of 11-4.

-  The Omaha Supernovas are currently in 2nd place in the PVF standings with an overall record of 10-4. 

-  Jen Spicher is the Commissioner of the Pro Volleyball Federation.  

-  The Pro Volleyball Federation is also on Facebook, Instagram, X, and on YouTube.

For more information about the Pro Volleyball Federation click on  https://provolleyball.com 

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Hauser In Ontario

 

     #10 Joey Hauser is currently playing Forward in the NBA G League for the Ontario Clippers (California).  Joey Hauser played college basketball at Michigan State University from 2020-2023.  Hauser also played at Marquette University during the 2018-2019 season.  Joey Hauser went undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft.  Joey Hauser was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin. 

     The Ontario Clippers are currently in 13th place in the NBA G League Western Conference standings with an overall record of 3-7.  Joey Hauser is currently averaging 7.1 points per game, and 5.6 rebounds per game in 10 games played this season.  Hauser averaged 14.4 points per game last season in his final year at Michigan State University.

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-  Joey Hauser is listed at 6'9, 230 lbs.

-  Joey Hauser also wore #10 for the Michigan State Spartans. 

-  Paul Hewitt is the Head Coach of the Ontario Clippers.

-  The Ontario Clippers are affiliated with the Los Angeles Clippers. 

-  Joey Hauser's older brother Sam Hauser plays in the NBA for the Boston Celtics. 

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Eagles College Connections

 

     The Philadelphia Eagles (15-3) are scheduled to host the San Francisco 49ers (15-4) today in the NFC (National Football Conference) Championship on FOX beginning at 3:00 p.m.  The Philadelphia Eagles active roster currently features two players that played college football in the state of Michigan including Brandon Graham, and Josiah Scott.

     Philadelphia Eagles Defensive End #55 Brandon Graham played college football at the University of Michigan from 2006-2009.  Graham also played high school football in the city of Detroit.  The Philadelphia Eagles selected Brandon Graham in the 1st round (13th overall pick) of the 2010 NFL (National Football League) Draft.  

     Philadelphia Eagles Cornerback #33 Josiah Scott played college football at Michigan State University from 2017-2019.  The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Josiah Scott in the 4th round (137th overall pick) of the 2020 NFL Draft.  Josiah Scott is from Ohio.  

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-  Brandon Graham also wore #55 at the University of Michigan.

-  Brandon Graham is listed at 6'2, 265 lbs.

-  Josiah Scott wore #22 at Michigan State University.

-  Josiah Scott is listed at 5'9, 185 lbs.

-  The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Detroit Lions 38-35 on Sunday, September 11th, 2022. 

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "49ers College Connections" on 1/14/2023.

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49ers College Connections

     The Detroit Lions (9-8) fell just short of qualifying for the 2022-2023 NFL (National Football League) Playoffs.  If the Los Angeles Rams (5-12) could've defeated the Seattle Seahawks (9-8) last week than the Lions would be playing on the road against the San Francisco 49ers (13-4) today in a wild card matchup.  The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams 19-16 last week to help them qualify for today's NFL wild card game against the San Francisco 49ers. 

     The 49ers vs. Seahawks game can be seen today on FOX beginning at 4:30 p.m.  The San Francisco 49ers are currently riding a ten-game winning streak.  The 49ers active roster currently features three players that played college football in the state of Michigan including Jaylon Moore, Taybor Pepper, and Ambry Thomas.

     49ers Offensive Lineman #76 Jaylon Moore played college football at Western Michigan University from 2016-2020.  Moore also played high school football in the city of Detroit.  The San Francisco 49ers selected Jaylon Moore in the 5th round (155th overall pick) of the 2021 NFL Draft.  

     49ers Long Snapper #46 Taybor Pepper played college football at Michigan State University from 2012-2016.  Pepper also played high school football at Saline High School.  Taybor Pepper went undrafted in the 2016 NFL Draft. 

     49ers Cornerback #20 Ambry Thomas played college football at the University of Michigan from 2017-2019 (opted out in 2020).  Thomas also played high school football at Martin Luther King High School in Detroit.  The San Francisco 49ers selected Ambry Thomas in the 3rd round (102nd overall pick) of the 2021 NFL Draft.

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-  The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Detroit Lions 45-42 on Sunday, October 5th, 2022.

-  49ers Defensive Lineman #96 Maurice Hurst played college football at the University of Michigan.  Hurst is currently on the injured reserve list.

-  Jaylon Moore is listed at 6'4, 311 lbs.

-  Taybor Pepper is listed at 6'4 245 lbs.   

-  Ambry Thomas is listed at 6'0, 190 lbs.

For more information about the Detroit Lions click on  https://www.detroitlions.com 

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Panthers College Connections

 

      The Carolina Panthers (5-9) are scheduled to host the Detroit Lions (7-7) this Saturday at 1:00 p.m.  The Carolina Panthers roster currently features three players that played college football in the state of Michigan including Justin Layne, Taylor Moton, and Giovanni Ricci. 

      Panthers Cornerback Justin Layne played college football at Michigan State University from 2016-2018.  The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Justin Layne in the 3rd round (83rd overall pick) of the 2019 NFL (National Football League) Draft.  Justin Layne is from Cleveland, Ohio. 

      Panthers Offensive Tackle #72 Taylor Moton played college football at Western Michigan University from 2012-2016.  Moton played high school football at Okemos High School.  The Carolina Panthers selected Taylor Moton in the 2nd round (64th overall pick) of the 2017 NFL Draft.  Taylor Moton is from Lansing, Michigan. 

     Panthers Tight End #45 Giovanni Ricci played college football at Western Michigan University from 2015-2019.  Ricci also played Quarterback in high school, and Wide Receiver for the Broncos during his Freshman, and Sophomore seasons.  Giovanni Ricci went undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft.  Giovanni Ricci is from Loveland, Ohio.

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-  The Carolina Panthers claimed Justin Layne off waivers on Wednesday, December 22nd.  Layne has not yet been issued a number.  

-  Justin Layne is listed at 6'2, 190 lbs.  

-  Taylor Moton is listed at 6'5, 325 lbs.  

-  Giovanni Ricci is listed at 6'3, 240 lbs.  

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Walker, Seattle Seahawk

 

     Running Back #9 Kenneth Walker III is currently playing in his rookie season in the NFL (National Football League) for the Seattle Seahawks.  Kenneth Walker III has already carried the ball 67 times for 410 yards, and 4 touchdowns in 6 games played this season.  Walker III also has 8 receptions for 27 yards.  Kenneth Walker III did not play in the season opener (in a 17-16 win) against the Denver Broncos.  

     Kenneth Walker III played college football at Michigan State University in 2021 as a Junior.  Walker III won the 2021 Walter Camp National Player of the Year, and the 2021 Doak Walker Award.  The Seattle Seahawks selected Kenneth Walker III in the 2nd round (41st overall pick) of the 2022 NFL Draft.  Kenneth Walker III is from Arlington, Tennessee. 

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-  Kenneth Walker III is listed at 5'9, 211 lbs.  

-  Kenneth Walker III also wore #9 at Michigan State University.  

-  Kenneth Walker III carried the ball 8 times for 29 yards in a 48-45 victory over the Detroit Lions in Week 4.

-  Kenneth Walker III carried the ball 23 times for 167 yards, and 2 touchdowns in a 37-23 win against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 7.

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Matthew Loves Ball On YouTube

 

     The Matthew Loves Ball YouTube channel currently has 3,345 videos for fans of college sports.  The videos on the Matthew Loves Ball YouTube channel features highlights from several college basketball games, and college football games.  The videos vary in length, but the average highlight video is about twenty minutes long. 

     Some of the videos on the Matthew Loves Ball YouTube channel include "#13 Michigan State vs Rutgers Basketball Game Highlights 2 5 2022", "Michigan vs #4 Purdue Basketball Game Highlights 2 5 2022", "Nebraska vs Michigan Basketball Game Highlights 2 1 2022", and "#13 Michigan State vs Maryland Basketball Game Highlights 2 1 2022". 

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-  The Matthew Loves Ball YouTube channel currently has over 84,000 subscribers.  

-  Matthew Loves Ball joined YouTube in 2018.  

-  The Matthew Loves Ball YouTube channel has currently received over 38,000,000 views. 

-  The "Michigan vs #10 Michigan State Basketball Game Highlights 1 29 2022" video has currently received over 22,000 views. 

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McDowell In Cleveland

 

     Defensive End #95 Myles Garrett is often the first guy mentioned when people talk about the Cleveland Browns Defensive Line, but Defensive Tackle #58 Malik McDowell is chipping in nicely for the Browns in his first season in the NFL (National Football League).  McDowell currently has 21 tackles including 13 solo tackles in 11 games played this season.  Malik McDowell has also accumulated 3 sacks this season.  

     Malik McDowell played college football at Michigan State University from 2014-2016.  McDowell also played high school football at Loyola High School (in Detroit), and at Southfield High School. The Seattle Seahawks selected Malik McDowell in the 2nd round (35th overall pick) of the 2017 NFL Draft, but the Seahawks released McDowell in 2019.  The Cleveland Browns signed Malik McDowell in 2021.  Malik McDowell was born in Detroit.  

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-  Malik McDowell is listed at 6'6, 295 lbs.  

-  Malik McDowell wore #4 at Michigan State University. 

-  Malik McDowell recorded 1 solo tackle against the Detroit Lions last Sunday.  

-  Myles Garrett was selected by the Cleveland Browns with the 1st overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.

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Loyer Looks To Lead Wildcats

     Junior Guard #0 Foster Loyer is looking to help lead the Davidson College Men's basketball team after transferring from Michigan State University where he spent the previous three seasons.  Foster Loyer is currently the Wildcats third leading scorer with 13.2 points per game in five games played this season.  Loyer is also shooting over 50% from three point range making 13 of 24 attempts from behind the arc.  Foster Lawyer played high school basketball at Clarkston High School.  Loyer was the recipient of the 2017-2018 Hal Schram Mr. Basketball Award (Mr. Michigan Basketball).  

     The Davidson College Men's basketball team currently has an overall record of 3-2.  Davidson College is a NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division I program, and the Wildcats compete in the Atlantic 10.  The Wildcats are currently lead in scoring by Junior Guard #1 Hyunjung Lee with 15.4 points per game.  Wildcats Senior Forward #35 Luka Brajkovic is the currently the Wildcats second leading scorer with 14.2 points per game.

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-  Foster Loyer is listed at 6'0, 175 lbs.  

-  Foster Loyer has a younger brother (Fletcher Loyer) that plays high school basketball in Indiana.  

-  Foster Loyer scored 27 points vs. Delaware this season. 

-  The Wildcats roster also includes Sophomore Guard #5 Grant Huffman, Junior Guard #13 Michael Jones, and Sophomore Forward #3 Sam Mennenga.  

-  The Davidson College football team (8-2) has qualified for the 2021 FCS (Football Championship Subdivision) Playoffs.  The Wildcats will travel to Kennesaw State University (10-1) this Saturday for a first round matchup. 

-  The Kennesaw State University Owls only loss this season was at Georgia Tech 45-17.  

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Building Bridges

 

     Forward #0 Miles Bridges is currently playing in his fourth season with the Charlotte Hornets.  Bridges is currently averaging 21.3 points per game through the first thirteen games of the 2021-2022 NBA (National Basketball Association) season.  Bridges is the leading scorer on a talented roster that also includes LaMelo Ball, Gordon Hayward, Terry Rozier, and Kelly Oubre Jr.  The Charlotte Hornets are currently in 10th place in the Eastern Conference standings with an overall record of 6-7.

     Miles Bridges is also averaging 7.6 rebounds per game, and 3.5 assists per game for the Hornets so far this season.  The Los Angeles Clippers selected Miles Bridges with the 12th overall pick of the 2018 NBA Draft, but the Clippers traded Bridges to the Hornets on the night of the draft.  Miles Bridges played his college basketball career at Michigan State University from 2016-2018.  Miles Bridges was born in Flint, Michigan.  

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-  Miles Bridges is listed at 6'7, 225 lbs.  

-  Miles Bridges wore #22 at Michigan State University.

-  Miles Bridges played his Freshman year of high school basketball at Flint Southwestern Academy. 

-  Miles Bridges scored a career high 33 points last season against the Brooklyn Nets. 

-  The Hornets roster also includes former Pistons Forward Mason Plumlee, and former Pistons Guard Ish Smith. 

-  Former NBA star Michael Jordan is the majority owner, and chairman of the Charlotte Hornets. 

-  The Hornets will host the New York Knicks tonight at 7:00 p.m.  

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USA 3-0 MSU

 

On Saturday, October 2nd, the USA NTDP U-18 Team defeated the MSU Spartans 3-0.

     On Saturday, October 2nd, the USA NTDP (National Team Development Program) U-18 Team defeated the Michigan State University Spartans 3-0.  The game was played at the USA Hockey Arena located at 14900 Beck Road, in Plymouth.  Saturday's exhibition was part of the Kroger College Series.  It was also the first game of the 2021-2022 season for the Michigan State Spartans. 

     The USA NTDP competes in the Eastern Conference of the USHL (United States Hockey League).  Team USA is currently in 5th place in the USHL Eastern Conference standings with 3 points, and an overall record of 1-2-1 (1 overtime loss).  The Michigan State Spartans will host a two game series against Air Force this weekend at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.  

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Saturday's game was played at the USA Hockey Arena located at 14900 Beck Road, in Plymouth.

Saturday's exhibition was part of the Kroger College Series. 

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-  On Friday, October 1st, the Youngstown Phantoms defeated the USA NTDP U-17 Team 7-4 in Plymouth.

-  On Saturday, October 2nd, the Youngstown Phantoms defeated the USA NTDP U-17 Team in Ohio.  

-  On Sunday, October 3rd, the USA NTDP U-18 Team defeated the University of Notre Dame 4-3 in Indiana. 

-  Adam Nightingale is the Head Coach of the USA NTDP U-18 Team.

-  Danton Cole is the Head Coach of the Michigan State University Men's hockey team.

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Petry Is Pivotal

     Jeff Petry is currently a Defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens.  Jeff is also the son of former Detroit Tigers Pitcher Dan Petry.  The Montreal Canadiens will be on the road tonight for Game 1of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Tampa Bay Lightning.  Petry scored 12 goals, and added 30 assists in 55 games played this season for the Montreal Canadiens.  Jeff Petry grew up in Farmington Hills, Michigan.  

     Jeff Petry played high school hockey at Orchard Lake St. Mary's.  Petry also played college hockey for the Michigan State University Spartans.  Jeff Petry was drafted in the 2nd round (45th overall pick) of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft by the Edmonton Oilers.  Dan Petry is currently on the Detroit Tigers broadcast team for Bally Sports Detroit.  

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-  Jeff Petry currently wears #26 for the Montreal Canadiens. 

-  Jeff Petry also played for the Des Moines Buccaneers in 2006. 

- The Des Moines Buccaneers won the Clark Cup (USHL Championship) in 2006.    

-  Jeff Petry played 3 seasons for Michigan State University.  

-  Jeff Petry was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

-  "Habs" is a nickname for the Montreal Canadiens.  

-  Dan Petry won a World Series with the Detroit Tigers in 1984. 

-  Dan Petry's nickname is "Peaches".     

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Blog of the Month 6/9/2021

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                                                                    https://www.theonlycolors.com 

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     The Only Colors is a great sports blog that covers the Michigan State University Spartans.  The Only Colors also features alumni news, and relevant information about the draft portal.  Some of the writers for The Only Colors include Ryan O'Bleness, Paul Fanson, Kevin Knight, Matt Sheehan, and Sam Tyler.  The Only Colors is one of over 300 blogs on SB Nation.  

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-  SB Nation is owned by Vox Media.  

-  SB Nation was the Mitten State Sports Report's Blog of the Month in January of 2020.   

-  Fansided also has a blog about the MSU Spartans known as Spartan Avenue. 

-  Spartan Avenue was the Mitten State Sports Report's Blog of the Month back in July of 2019. 

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Costello In Liga Endesa

 

     Forward/Center #24 Matt Costello is currently playing in Liga Endesa (Spain) for Herbalife Gran Canaria.  Matt Costello played college basketball for the Michigan State University Spartans from 2012-2016.  Costello also played High School basketball at Bay City Western High School.  Matt Costello was born in Linwood, Michigan.

     Herbalife Gran Canaria is currently in 12th place in the 2020-2021 Liga Endesa standings with an overall record of 9-14.  There are 19 teams competing in the 2020-2021 Liga Endesa season.  Herbalife Gran Canaria has advanced to a EuroCup Quarter-final match against Boulogne-Levallois on Friday, March 26th, 2021.

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-  Matt Costello wore #10 for the Michigan State Spartans.

-  Matt Costello is currently averaging 10.5 points per game for Gran Canaria in 16 Liga Endesa games this season.

-  Matt Costello is listed at 6'10.

-  Matt Costello won a NBA G-League Championship in 2018 with the Austin Spurs. 

-  Matt Costello went undrafted in the 2016 NBA Draft.

-  Porfirio Fisac is the Head Coach of Herbalife Gran Canaria.  

-  The 2020-2021 Herbalife Gran Canaria roster also features Earl Clark, Sean Kilpatrick, John Shurna, and A.J. Slaughter.  

-  The Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans 92 are located in France.  Boris Diaw is the President of the club.

-  Real Madrid is currently in 1st place in the 2020-2021 Liga Endesa standings with an overall record of 22-1.

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A House Divided

Photograph was taken at Potbelly Sandwich Shop located at 42477 Ford Road, in Canton. 

     When you grow up in the State of Michigan you typically become a fan of either the University of Michigan Wolverines, or the Michigan State University Spartans.  A house divided refers to a home, or a family that includes fans of both teams.  You can usually throw out the team records when interstate rivals come together.  Many fans, and alumni find more satisfaction when the other team loses, then they do when their team wins.  The University of Michigan football team will host Michigan State University on Saturday, November 16th, 2019 (TBA).
     The Mitten State also features several other interstate collegiate rivalries including Central Michigan University vs. Western Michigan University, Grand Valley State University vs. Saginaw Valley State University, and Hillsdale College vs. Northwood University.  New rivalries will develop as several local colleges, and universities continue to expand their athletic programs to include the sport of football.
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-  The University of Michigan football team defeated Michigan State University last season 21-7.  The game was played in East Lansing.



-  On Saturday, September 28th, 2019 the Western Michigan University football team defeated Central Michigan University 31-15.  The game was played in Kalamazoo.



-  On Saturday, October 12th, 2019 the Hillsdale College Chargers football team defeated the Northwood University Timberwolves 37-30 in overtime.  The game was played in Midland.



-  On Saturday, October 12th, the Grand Valley State University football team defeated Saginaw Valley State University 35-28.  The game was played in Allendale.











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Blog of the Month 7/21/2019

                                                                                  Blog of the Month


                                                                            https://spartanavenue.com


                                                                                  Blog of the Month











     Spartan Avenue is a website that provides great coverage of the Michigan State University athletic program.  Spartan Avenue features news, videos, and editorials about the MSU Spartans.  Some of the writers at Spartan Avenue include Sam Britten, Connor Muldowney, and Stephen Robb.  Spartan Avenue is one of several blogs operated by Fansided.
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-  Spartan Avenue is on Facebook, and Twitter.



-  Jordan Manigoe, and Nate Rhoades also contribute to Spartan Avenue.



-  Spartan Avenue features a Spartan Fan Bucket List.



-  Spartan Avenue features a Shop that offers Spartan swag.  











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MSU 4-3 UofM

On Friday, October 5th, the MSU Spartans defeated the UofM Wolverines 4-3.

     On Friday, October 5th, the Michigan State University Spartans defeated the University of Michigan Wolverines 4-3.  Both teams compete in Division 2 of the ACHA (American Collegiate Hockey Association), and both schools are Conference rivals in the Great Midwest Hockey League.  Friday's game was played at Yost Ice Arena located at 1000 S State Street, in Ann Arbor.  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs of college hockey at Yost Arena.
     The Michigan State University ACHA Division 2 hockey club currently has an overall record of 1-2.  The Spartans also field an ACHA Division 3 hockey club, and a NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division I hockey team.  Click on the links below for more information about the NCAA, the Michigan State University ACHA Division 2 hockey club, or the Michigan State University athletic program.
     The University of Michigan ACHA Division 2 hockey club currently has an overall record of 2-1.  The Wolverines also field an ACHA Division 3 hockey club, and a NCAA Division I hockey team.  Click on the links below for more information about the University of Michigan ACHA Division 2 hockey club, or the University of Michigan athletic program.
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Friday's game was played at the Yost Ice Arena located at 1000 S State Street, in Ann Arbor.

Both teams compete in Division 2 of the ACHA.

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-  The Wolverines ACHA Division 2 hockey club also plays home games at the Plymouth Cultural Center located at 525 Farmer Street, in Plymouth.



-  Ryan Brown is the Head Coach of the Wolverines ACHA Division 2 hockey club.



-  The Wolverines ACHA Division 2 hockey club has scored 23 goals, and allowed 9 goals in 3 games.



-  James Martin is the Head Coach of the Spartans ACHA Division 2 hockey club.  



-  The Spartans ACHA Division 2 hockey club has scored 7 goals, and allowed 20 goals in 3 games.











For more info about the MSU ACHA Division 2 hockey club click on  www.msuclubhockey.com



For more info about the UofM ACHA Division 2 hockey club click on  umclubhockey.com



For ACHA stats, and standings click on  http://achahockey.org



For NCAA stats, and standings click on  www.ncaa.org  



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For more info about the University of Michigan athletic program click on  www.mgoblue.com



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UofM-D 6 - 2 MSU

Last Saturday, the University of Michigan Dearborn Wolverines defeated the Michigan State University Spartans 6-2.

     Last Saturday, the University of Michigan Dearborn Wolverines defeated the Michigan State University Spartans 6-2.  The game was part of the annual Thanksgiving weekend tournament known as the Great Lakes Showcase.  The Wolverines outshot the Spartans 57-29.  Both teams compete in the ACHA (American Collegiate Hockey Association), but the Wolverines play in Division 1, and the Spartans play in Division 3. Click on the link below for more information about the ACHA.
     The University of Michigan Dearborn Wolverines currently have an overall record of 11-5.  Click on the links below for more information about the GLCHL, or the University of Michigan Dearborn athletic program.  Scroll down to check out exclusive photos from Saturday night's game.
     The Michigan State University Spartans currently have an overall record of 9-7.  The Spartans are in 9th place in the MCHC (Michigan Collegiate Hockey Conference) with 19 points.  The Spartans also have an ACHA Division 2 hockey team, and a NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division I hockey team that competes in the Big Ten Conference.  Click on the links below for more information about the MCHC, the NCAA, the Michigan State University athletic program, or the Michigan State University ACHA Division 3 hockey team.
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Last Saturday's game was part of the annual Thanksgiving weekend tournament known as the Great Lakes Showcase.

#6 Josh Delaney has recorded 2 goals, and 3 assists (in 16 games) this season.

#77 Tyler Bitterman has recorded 5 goals, and 11 assists (in 14 games) this season.  

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For more information about the UofM-D athletic program click on  gowolves.net



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For more information about the MSU (ACHA) hockey team click on  msud3hockey.org



For ACHA stats, and standings click on  http://achahockey.org



For GLCHL stats, and standings click on  glchl.pointstreaksites.com



For MCHC stats, and standings click on  mchconline.pointstreaksites.com



For NCAA stats, and standings click on  www.ncaa.com 



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College Baseball: EMU vs. MSU

On Wednesday, the Eastern Michigan University Eagles defeated the Michigan State University Spartans 10-5.

     On Wednesday, the Eastern Michigan University baseball team hosted, and defeated the Michigan State University Spartans 10-5.  #20 Kyle Huckaby pitched 3 innings, allowed 5 hits, 2 runs (0 earned runs), and was credited with the win.  Huckaby is a left handed pitcher playing in his Freshman season for the Eagles.  #32 Alex Troop pitched 4 innings, allowed 10 hits, 9 runs (7 earned runs), and was charged with the loss.  Scroll down to see exclusive photos from the Eagles 10-5 victory over the Spartans.
     The Eastern Michigan University baseball team currently has an overall record of 10-18, and the Eagles are 2-5 in the MAC (Mid-American Conference).  Click on the links below for more information about the Eastern Michigan University athletic program, the Mid-American Conference, or the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association).
     The Michigan State University baseball team currently has an overall record of 13-14, and the Spartans are 2-4 in the Big 10 Conference.  Click on the links below for more information about Michigan State University athletics, or the Big 10 Conference.
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#30 Cam Gibson went 1-5 at the plate with 1 RBI.  Cam Gibson's father is Kirk Gibson! 

#30 Cam Gibson is currently batting .290.  Gibson has 1 HR, 13 RBI's, and he's already scored 21 runs. 

#8 Tony DiLeo went 2-4 with 1 run, and 1 RBI.

#22 Ryan Krill plays 1B for the Spartans.  Krill is batting .250 with 2 HR's, and 15 RBI's.

The Eagles play all of their home games at Oestrike Stadium, in Ypsilanti.  

Eastern Michigan University celebrated the 10-5 victory over the Spartans.

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For MAC stats, and standings click on  mac-sports.com



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March Poll Results! 2014

     Last month, the Mitten State Sports Report celebrated 1 year of monthly Poll Questions.  The results are displayed at the beginning of every month, and a new question is selected by our team of experts.  Last months question was in regards to March Madness, and this months question tackles a social issue.  Click on past months to check out results from archived Poll Questions!  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com   Here are the results from last months Poll Question!











                     



                      Here are the Poll results from the month of March!  The question was...












             Which school will advance further in this years NCAA men's basketball tournament?











Michigan                                                                                             50%











Michigan State                                                                                     25%











Both teams will be eliminated in the same round                                     25%









         Both schools were eliminated in the Elite 8 just one game prior to a Final Four appearance!











   There was another Poll Question during the month of March!  Here is the question, and the results!











                                         Which brand of Root Beer is the best?









A&W Root Beer                                                                                                            100%











Barq's Root Beer                                                                                                                 0%











Faygo Root Beer                                                                                                                0%











IBC Root Beer                                                                                                                    0%











Mug Root Beer                                                                                                                   0%













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                                                   Should college athletes be paid?









Yes











No













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