Michigan State Hires Dan Bartholomae to Steer Athletic Turnaround
Michigan State’s new athletic director Dan Bartholomae arrives amid financial strain and a push to revitalize the football program.
Aug 18, 2026
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Michigan State Hires New Athletic Director and Coach in Bid to End Bowl Drought
After a four‑year bowl drought, Michigan State appoints Pat Fitzgerald as head coach and Dan Bartholomae as athletic director, aiming to restore competitiveness through honest leadership and enhanced resources.
Aug 18, 2026
WMU’s Athletic Director Dan Bartholomae Exits for Michigan State in $5.1M Deal
Western Michigan University announced the departure of longtime athletic director Dan Bartholomae for Michigan State after a $5.1 million buyout, revealing a record‑breaking revenue year and plans for a new Kalamazoo Event Center.
Aug 18, 2026
Dan Bartholomae named Michigan State athletic director as program seeks Big Ten resurgence
Michigan State University announced the hiring of Dan Bartholomae, former Western Michigan athletic director, to lead its athletic department. His mandate includes revitalizing Pat Fitzgerald’s football program, building a transparent strategic roadmap, and expanding donor support as the university pursues a $500 million stadium renovation and a $515 million arena project.
Aug 17, 2026
Pat Fitzgerald’s Return to Michigan State: A New Era of Toughness and Unity
Pat Fitzgerald’s first season at Michigan State centers on restoring physicality and camaraderie, with quarterback Alessio Milivojevic leading the charge as the team prepares for its opener against Toledo.
Aug 6, 2026
A Final Wish Fulfilled: Sam Schulz’s Journey to Michigan State
Sam Schulz, a young man battling a terminal genetic disorder, realized his lifelong dream of stepping onto Michigan State’s basketball court, forging deep connections with coaches and players before his passing.
Aug 6, 2026
Pat Fitzgerald Charts the Path Forward for Michigan State Football
During the recent Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald highlighted the Spartans’ preparation for the 2026 season, emphasizing player growth, academic excellence, and championship aspirations.
Jul 30, 2026
Pat Fitzgerald Looks to Revitalize Michigan State Football Ahead of New Era
At the Big Ten media day in Chicago, Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald outlined his vision for a more physical, academically strong team, citing new eligibility rules and a healthier roster that could reshape the program’s future.
Jul 30, 2026
Michigan State Prepares for 2026 Season with New Coach Pat Fitzgerald
Pat Fitzgerald outlined his vision for the Spartans during Big Ten media day, highlighting a collective living arrangement, a deep offensive line, and the impact of new NCAA eligibility rules.
Jul 30, 2026
Illinois Basketball Poised for Dominance as Conference Rivals Stumble
While Michigan, Purdue, Michigan State and Wisconsin grapple with coaching changes and roster losses, Illinois emerges as a national contender, bolstered by veteran talent and a strong recruiting class.
Jul 23, 2026
Michigan State Eyes National Title After President’s Stay and Coach Izzo’s Commitment
After a Sweet 16 loss last season, Michigan State's basketball program is banking on leadership stability and player development to chase its first national championship in decades.
Jul 8, 2026
Couch and Solari Dissect Michigan State Basketball at Moneyball Pro‑Am Amid Leadership Shake‑up
Veteran analysts Graham Couch and Chris Solari examined every Spartan player at a recent Moneyball Pro‑Am, while also reflecting on the recent departures of MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz and athletic director J Bat.
Jun 25, 2026
Michigan State’s athletic future hinges on football revival amid leadership crisis
Leadership changes, a new revenue arm and the shadow of a struggling football team have placed Michigan State at a crossroads.
Jun 23, 2026
J. Batt Takes the Helm at Kentucky Athletics, Promising Revenue Growth and Legacy Preservation
J. Batt, the newly appointed athletics director and CEO of Champions Blue LLC, brings a decade‑spanning record of fundraising and strategic leadership to the University of Kentucky, where he pledges to blend revenue generation with the preservation of a championship legacy.
Jun 17, 2026
Tom Izzo Criticizes Michigan State Board Amid President’s Exit
Coach Tom Izzo publicly rebuked the Michigan State Board of Trustees following President Kevin Guskiewicz's abrupt departure for Clemson, calling on alumni to stand against the board's actions.
Jun 17, 2026
Izzo’s Lament: Administrative Upheaval Shakes Michigan State
Tom Izzo decries recent departures of Michigan State’s president and athletic director, urging the alumni network to rally amid a period of unprecedented leadership flux.
Jun 17, 2026
Michigan State’s Leadership Turmoil: Athletic Director and President Exit Amidst Uncertainty
The departures of athletic director J Batt and president Kevin Guskiewicz leave Michigan State without clear leadership, raising questions about the future of its sports programs.
Jun 14, 2026
Kentucky Names J. Batt Athletic Director as Villanova Secures Italian Center Luigi Suigo
Kentucky hires J. Batt as its new athletic director while Italian star Luigi Suigo commits to Villanova, reshaping the college basketball recruiting landscape.
Jun 14, 2026
J. Batt’s Potential Move to Kentucky Highlights Turmoil at Michigan State
Michigan State’s top athletic administrator is being courted by the University of Kentucky, a prospect that hinges on a contractual buyout clause and a massive fundraising legacy.
Jun 13, 2026