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President Simon wants contract extension for Mason

Friday, August 4th, 2006

There have been rumors that Ron Mason might step aside as Athletic Director to allow another “high profile” MSU coach to take the position. It doesn’t look like that will be happening anytime soon. The Lansing State Journal reports that President Simon and Mason would both like to see him continue on as […]

Looking back at Ron Mason’s tenure as AD

Sunday, June 25th, 2006

Ron Mason has made some very tough decisions as athletic director that have helped balance the budget, but have also drawn the ire of Spartans fans. He’s also made some bold hires such as football coach John L. Smith which took many fans by surprise.
Ultimately though, Mason the AD won’t accurately be judged […]

Sparty’s video submitted to Mascot Hall of Fame

Friday, June 23rd, 2006

In case you haven’t been following the story, Sparty is trying to become the first college mascot admitted into the Mascot Hall of Fame. He boasts two consecutive Mascot National Championships and has also been named the “Buffest Mascot” in the world twice by Muscle and Fitness Magazine. Here is Sparty’s video submitted […]

Gruff Sparty celebrates his 50th birthday

Monday, June 12th, 2006

There are numerous high schools around the nation who have ripped off MSU’s Gruff Sparty logo but it’s probably been a while since you’ve seen much MSU merchandise with his ugly mug on it. Gruff Sparty is celebrating his 50th Anniversary and for a limited time you can purchase Gruff Sparty merchandise from various […]

WJR’s president/GM discusses MSU radio deal

Tuesday, June 6th, 2006

When WJR’s 5-year radio deal with MSU was announced last October it took both Michigan State and Michigan fans by surprise. It was even reported that UM football announcer and WJR host Frank Beckmann was in the dark about the deal until it was officially announced in Spartan Stadium.
Many fans had incorrectly assumed that […]