Brian Calloway
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Sports writer at Lansing State Journal. Eastern Michigan graduate, Coloma native, father, big baseball fan. Dabble as youth sports coach on the side.
A week of top 10 tests for MSU women's basketball ended with a rivalry loss to Michigan that was doomed by a season-high in turnovers and a rough second quarter.
"That killed us."
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"That killed us."
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Second quarter dooms MSU women's basketball in loss to rival Michigan
Spartans commit a season-high in turnovers in loss to Michigan.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:38 AM
A week of top 10 tests for MSU women's basketball ended with a rivalry loss to Michigan that was doomed by a season-high in turnovers and a rough second quarter.
"That killed us."
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"That killed us."
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FINAL: No. 7 Michigan 86, No. 13 MSU 65
Spartans drop to 20-6 and 9-6 in Big Ten.
Spartans drop to 20-6 and 9-6 in Big Ten.
February 15, 2026 at 11:08 PM
FINAL: No. 7 Michigan 86, No. 13 MSU 65
Spartans drop to 20-6 and 9-6 in Big Ten.
Spartans drop to 20-6 and 9-6 in Big Ten.
4:54 to play.
MSU trails Michigan, 75-54, and has committed a season-high 23 turnovers
MSU trails Michigan, 75-54, and has committed a season-high 23 turnovers
February 15, 2026 at 10:50 PM
4:54 to play.
MSU trails Michigan, 75-54, and has committed a season-high 23 turnovers
MSU trails Michigan, 75-54, and has committed a season-high 23 turnovers
Kennedy Blair hits a 3 to end the third quarter for MSU.
Spartans trail Michigan 65-50 heading into the final quarter.
Spartans trail Michigan 65-50 heading into the final quarter.
February 15, 2026 at 10:34 PM
Kennedy Blair hits a 3 to end the third quarter for MSU.
Spartans trail Michigan 65-50 heading into the final quarter.
Spartans trail Michigan 65-50 heading into the final quarter.
At media timeout with 4:59 to play in the third quarter, MSU trails Michigan 53-38
February 15, 2026 at 10:19 PM
At media timeout with 4:59 to play in the third quarter, MSU trails Michigan 53-38
HALF: Michigan 41, MSU 30
Spartans committed 12 turnovers in the second quarter while being outscored 26-9. MSU had just seven shot attempts compared to Michigan having 22.
Spartans committed 12 turnovers in the second quarter while being outscored 26-9. MSU had just seven shot attempts compared to Michigan having 22.
February 15, 2026 at 9:54 PM
HALF: Michigan 41, MSU 30
Spartans committed 12 turnovers in the second quarter while being outscored 26-9. MSU had just seven shot attempts compared to Michigan having 22.
Spartans committed 12 turnovers in the second quarter while being outscored 26-9. MSU had just seven shot attempts compared to Michigan having 22.
MSU has seven turnovers over the last 4:30, which has played a part in a 16-2 run for Michigan.
Spartans call timeout with 2:30 left in first half and trail U-M, 38-27.
Spartans call timeout with 2:30 left in first half and trail U-M, 38-27.
February 15, 2026 at 9:47 PM
MSU has seven turnovers over the last 4:30, which has played a part in a 16-2 run for Michigan.
Spartans call timeout with 2:30 left in first half and trail U-M, 38-27.
Spartans call timeout with 2:30 left in first half and trail U-M, 38-27.
At media timeout, MSU trails Michigan, 29-25, with 4:57 to play in the second quarter.
Wolverines are on a 7-0 run and have more offensive rebounds (9) than defensive boards (8). Spartans have 12 total rebounds.
Wolverines are on a 7-0 run and have more offensive rebounds (9) than defensive boards (8). Spartans have 12 total rebounds.
February 15, 2026 at 9:40 PM
At media timeout, MSU trails Michigan, 29-25, with 4:57 to play in the second quarter.
Wolverines are on a 7-0 run and have more offensive rebounds (9) than defensive boards (8). Spartans have 12 total rebounds.
Wolverines are on a 7-0 run and have more offensive rebounds (9) than defensive boards (8). Spartans have 12 total rebounds.
MSU is giving up way too many second chance opportunities here as Michigan has taken a 27-25 lead. Wolverines have eight offensive boards.
February 15, 2026 at 9:37 PM
MSU is giving up way too many second chance opportunities here as Michigan has taken a 27-25 lead. Wolverines have eight offensive boards.
End 1st: MSU 21, Michigan 15
Kennedy Blair and Grace VanSlooten each have 7 points for MSU.
Kennedy Blair and Grace VanSlooten each have 7 points for MSU.
February 15, 2026 at 9:26 PM
End 1st: MSU 21, Michigan 15
Kennedy Blair and Grace VanSlooten each have 7 points for MSU.
Kennedy Blair and Grace VanSlooten each have 7 points for MSU.
At a media timeout with 6:49 left in the opening quarter, MSU leads Michigan, 10-7.
Grace VanSlooten is off to a nice start with 6 points for the Spartans.
Grace VanSlooten is off to a nice start with 6 points for the Spartans.
February 15, 2026 at 9:12 PM
At a media timeout with 6:49 left in the opening quarter, MSU leads Michigan, 10-7.
Grace VanSlooten is off to a nice start with 6 points for the Spartans.
Grace VanSlooten is off to a nice start with 6 points for the Spartans.
MSU and Michigan about to get going in a top 15 women’s basketball matchup.
February 15, 2026 at 9:01 PM
MSU and Michigan about to get going in a top 15 women’s basketball matchup.
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What channel is MSU women's basketball on? How to watch game vs. Michigan
Spartans taking on rival Michigan in top-15 matchup for the second time in two weeks.
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February 15, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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Michigan State women's basketball eyes redemption in road date vs. Michigan www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Michigan State women's basketball eyes redemption in road date vs. Michigan
Rivals are meeting as top-15 teams for the second time in two weeks.
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February 15, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Michigan State women's basketball eyes redemption in road date vs. Michigan www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Michigan State women's basketball a No. 4 seed in NCAA tourney top 16 reveal www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Michigan State women's basketball a No. 4 seed in NCAA tourney top 16 reveal
NCAA women's basketball selection committee has Spartans slated to host opening rounds of tournament.
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February 15, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Michigan State women's basketball a No. 4 seed in NCAA tourney top 16 reveal www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Portland, Grand Ledge lead the way with champions at MHSAA individual wrestling districts
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Portland, Grand Ledge have strong showings at wrestling districts
The highlights from individual boys wrestling districts featuring Greater Lansing teams.
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February 15, 2026 at 1:54 AM
Portland, Grand Ledge lead the way with champions at MHSAA individual wrestling districts
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Michigan State women's basketball a No. 4 seed in first top 16 reveal by the NCAA tournament selection committee
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Michigan State women's basketball a No. 4 seed in top 16 reveal
NCAA women's basketball selection committee has Spartans slated to host opening rounds of tournament.
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February 15, 2026 at 1:41 AM
Michigan State women's basketball a No. 4 seed in first top 16 reveal by the NCAA tournament selection committee
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Girls basketball roundup: Haslett tops Portland in battle of league champs www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Girls basketball roundup: Haslett tops Portland in battle of league champs
The highlights from Friday, Feb. 13 games featuring Greater Lansing girls teams.
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February 14, 2026 at 3:57 AM
Girls basketball roundup: Haslett tops Portland in battle of league champs www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Boys basketball roundup: East Lansing captures outright CAAC Blue title with win over Holt
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Boys basketball roundup: East Lansing captures outright CAAC Blue title
The highlights from Friday, Feb. 13 games featuring Greater Lansing boys teams.
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February 14, 2026 at 3:41 AM
Boys basketball roundup: East Lansing captures outright CAAC Blue title with win over Holt
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Holt girls basketball secures first outright league title in three decades by pulling away in second half to earn victory over East Lansing www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Holt girls basketball secures first outright league title in three decades
Rams pulled away in third quarter to capture sixth league title in program history and first since 2023.
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February 14, 2026 at 3:25 AM
Holt girls basketball secures first outright league title in three decades by pulling away in second half to earn victory over East Lansing www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Final: Holt 50, East Lansing 35
Holt wins outright CAAC Blue title
Holt wins outright CAAC Blue title
February 14, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Final: Holt 50, East Lansing 35
Holt wins outright CAAC Blue title
Holt wins outright CAAC Blue title
End 3rd: Holt 44, East Lansing 27
February 13, 2026 at 11:35 PM
End 3rd: Holt 44, East Lansing 27
HALF:
Holt 27
East Lansing 23
Grace Refior’s shooting has kept the Trojans in this. She has 10 points.
Holt 27
East Lansing 23
Grace Refior’s shooting has kept the Trojans in this. She has 10 points.
February 13, 2026 at 11:10 PM
HALF:
Holt 27
East Lansing 23
Grace Refior’s shooting has kept the Trojans in this. She has 10 points.
Holt 27
East Lansing 23
Grace Refior’s shooting has kept the Trojans in this. She has 10 points.
A big second half helped Portland girls basketball pull away from Eaton Rapids to secure a third straight league title
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Portland girls basketball claims second straight outright league title
Portland had four players reach double figures in a 72-37 win over Eaton Rapids, securing the CAAC White title outright for the second straight year.
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February 13, 2026 at 1:42 PM
A big second half helped Portland girls basketball pull away from Eaton Rapids to secure a third straight league title
From @nathanielbott.bsky.social:
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From @nathanielbott.bsky.social:
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Basketball roundup: P-W boys capture share of CMAC title, Mason wins CAAC Red outright www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...
Basketball roundup: P-W boys capture share of CMAC title
The highlights from Feb. 12 games featuring Greater Lansing teams.
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February 13, 2026 at 3:54 AM
Basketball roundup: P-W boys capture share of CMAC title, Mason wins CAAC Red outright www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports...