The Michigan Wolverines (17-12, 7-9) went into Wednesday's game with the #12 Wisconsin Badgers (21-6, 11-4) with everything to gain after winning six of their last eight conference games. Sitting firmly on the bubble, a win versus the Badgers in Ann Arbor would have went a long way for their NCAA tourney-resume. The Wolverines played better basketball for the majority of the … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badgers Josh Gasser Bursts Michigan’s Bubble
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Rich Rodriguez no Longer Coach of the Michigan Wolverines
It was a long December for Rich Rodriguez, but there was reason to believe that 2011 would be better than 2010. What appeared to be a winnable bowl game against Mississippi State loomed and, though Michigan had their problems this season, it certainly looked as though Rodriguez would be around for next year and a few after that. The light was at the end of the … [Read more...] about Rich Rodriguez no Longer Coach of the Michigan Wolverines
Why Michigan’s Denard Robinson is ready to slow down
A Michigan football team that's markedly improved over last year's 5-7 record has been rejuvenated under the leadership of sophomore stud QB Denard Robinson. It appears a dark – though brief – chapter in maize and blue history has come to an end. The blazing fast recruit from Deerfield Beach, Florida has made good on a fat stash of potential, and the Wolverines are back in … [Read more...] about Why Michigan’s Denard Robinson is ready to slow down
Michigan taking on Alabama at Cowboys Stadium in 2012
In 2012, "the House that Jerry Built" or "the house that Jerry's Ego Built" will be hosting two of the most storied programs in all of college football. The University of Michigan football team will face the University of Alabama in the 2012 College Football Kick-off Event at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Sept. 1, 2012. The game will be televised nationally in … [Read more...] about Michigan taking on Alabama at Cowboys Stadium in 2012
Michigan’s Big House gets Permanent Lights
Believe it not, The University of Michigan's tremendously large, and recently become even larger, stadium has never had lights. Until yesterday when the UM Board of Regents approved the request for permanent lighting at Michigan Stadium. The athletic department will have the lights installed prior to the playing of the Big Chill at the Big House, an outdoor hockey game between … [Read more...] about Michigan’s Big House gets Permanent Lights
Big Ten Quarterfinals Loaded With Goodness
By Paul Schmidt One never quite knows what to expect in a situation like the Big Ten Quarterfinals. There was much bubble drama, there was much intrigue. But would the games be competitive? That may have been the most important question coming into the day, in all reality. Would the games be competitive enough to hold my (and anyone else in the press's) attention for … [Read more...] about Big Ten Quarterfinals Loaded With Goodness
Saturdays with Izzo: Michigan St.-Michigan Rivalry
By Jeff Ghiringhelli and Paul M. Banks Welcome to a new quasi-weekly feature where we discuss some of the biggest topics in the Michigan State Spartan world, including the insight and observations of legendary MSU coach Tom Izzo. In our first installment, we discuss the rivalry with Michigan. … [Read more...] about Saturdays with Izzo: Michigan St.-Michigan Rivalry
Michigan State 8-0 In Big Ten For 1st Time Ever!
By Jeff Ghiringhelli Michigan State is off to its best Big Ten start in school history at 8-0. Barely. The Spartans escaped another upset bid tonight. This time at the hands of their bitter rivals, the Michigan Wolverines. Kalin Lucas hit another clutch jump shot with 3.5 seconds left to carry MSU to the 57-56 victory. On Saturday, it was Lucas again who hit the go-ahead … [Read more...] about Michigan State 8-0 In Big Ten For 1st Time Ever!
Chicago’s Very Own Shannon Brown Increasing His Production with Lakers
By Paul M. Banks Chicagoans watching the NBA on Christmas Day may struggle to find something of local interest in the headliner Cavaliers-Lakers game (Bulls fans, Cleveland or the Evil Empire? No love there). But there is local product and former Michigan St. Spartan Shannon Brown who’s finding his best days professionally in Los Angeles. I had an exclusive with Brown during … [Read more...] about Chicago’s Very Own Shannon Brown Increasing His Production with Lakers
Falling into the abyss will test loyalty for Rich Rodriguez
By H. Jose Bosch I didn’t watch a single play from Saturday’s debacle in Ann Arbor. Why? I was tailgating with my father before James Madison University took on the University of Maine. That’s right. I picked a Football Championship Series (formerly Division I-AA) football game between two mediocre FCS teams over the Wolverines on an HDTV. That’s how far Michigan has … [Read more...] about Falling into the abyss will test loyalty for Rich Rodriguez