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Orchard Lake St. Marys Trey McKenney looks at his teammate Trenten Bolhouse during the MHSAA Div. 1 state finals against North Farmington at the Breslin Center in East Lansing on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

Huge News Puts Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball One Step Closer to Elite Target

Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo has been recruiting 2025 guard Trey McKenney hard. Recent news from McKenney indicates that the Spartans could be closing in on the top target.

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Huge News Puts Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball One Step Closer to Elite Target

Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo has been recruiting 2025 guard Trey McKenney hard. Recent news from McKenney indicates that the Spartans could be closing in on the top target.

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Jonathan Smith speaks to the media at Big Ten Football Media Days.

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How MSU Football's Jonathan Smith is Recruiting the Midwest

Michigan State Spartans head coach Jonathan Smith made it clear on Day 1 that recruiting the Midwest was a No. 1 priority. At Big Ten Football Media Days, he explained how he has gone about it.

Ousted MSU football coach Mel Tucker is featured on an Michigan State Football license plate on a vehicle seen parked outside Spartan Stadium, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, in East Lansing.

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4-Star WR Set to Visit Michigan State Soon

Coach Jonathan Smith continues to focus on recruiting as it will be a pivotal part of Michigan State's turnaround. Four-star wide receiver Mason James is set to visit East Lansing.

Jul 24, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Jonathan Smith speaks to the media during the Big 10 football media day at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports

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What Has Stood Out to MSU's Jonathan Smith About In-State Recruiting

It is the Michigan State Spartans' top priority to recruit the state of Michigan hard under head coach Jonathan Smith. Michigan high school football has been eye-opening for Smith.

Germantown Mavericks' center Sam Funches (32) passes the ball during the game against the Tupelo Golden Wave at Germantown High School in Madison, Miss., on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024.

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EXCLUSIVE: Top Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Target Gives Insight into Spartans Recruitment

The Michigan State Spartans are targeting 2026 center Sam Funches, who is the best big man in the class. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Funches discusses his relationship with the Spartans.

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EXCLUSIVE: Top Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Commit Recounts Decision to Choose Green and White

The Michigan State Spartans secured a commitment from defensive lineman Derrick Simmons at the end of June, capping off what was a successful month. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Simmons discusses what the climax of his recruitment was like.

Michigan State's offense and defense play each other during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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EXCLUSIVE: How Top Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Commit is Envisioning Upcoming Weekend Visit

The Michigan State Spartans received a commitment from three-star defensive lineman Derrick Simmons almost a month ago. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Simmons discusses his return to East Lansing, and what he wants to see.

Nicolet's Davion Hannah (25) drives to the hoop against St. Thomas More during the Rick Majerus Wisconsin Basketball Yearbook Shootout at Concordia University in Mequon on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023.

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Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball a Finalist For 2025 4-Star Guard

Michigan State men's basketball is one of the final nine programs on 4-star guard Davion Hannah's list.

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo reacts to a play against North Carolina during the second half of the NCAA tournament West Region second round at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. on Saturday, March 23, 2024.

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Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Suffer Scarce Setback on Recruiting Trail

The Michigan State Spartans have been targeting the guard position heavily during this recruiting cycle, and Top 25 shooting guard prospect Braylon Mullins looked like the real deal.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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EXCLUSIVE: Potential Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Target Discusses Relationship with Spartans

JJ Mays is a 2026 interior offensive lineman with 18 offers from top programs. In this Spartan Nation exclusive Mays discusses what it would mean to get an offer from the Green and White.

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Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Could Be Close to Landing Top Target

The Michigan State Spartans consider 2025 cornerback LaRue Zamorano a top priority. They have been among his top teams since the beginning of June and now it looks like the Spartans could go all the way.

AZ Compass Jeremiah Fears (2) drives to the basket during the game between Bartlett High School and AZ Compass Prep School during Memphis Hoopfest at Bartlett High School in Bartlett, Tenn., on Saturday, January 6, 2024.

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Michigan State Basketball Suffers Rare Misfortune on the Recruiting Trail

Michigan State point guard Jeremy Fears Jr.'s brother, Jeremiah Fears, has reclassified to the class of 2024 and will play college basketball at Oklahoma.

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Weekly Michigan State Spartan Football Recruiting Review

Spartan Nation recaps all things Jonathan Smith, Michigan State Spartans football recruiting in this weekly Monday recap, keeping you updated with everything Green and White recruiting!

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EXCLUSIVE: Elite Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Target on Big Hits, Culture

The Michigan State Spartans are targeting four-star safety Kaden Gebhardt, an elite prospect from Ohio. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Gebhardt discusses what he wants in a team culture.

Michigan State and Team Motorcars' Jeremy Fears Jr. moves the ball against Team Goodfellas in the game on Thursday, June 27, 2024, during the Moneyball Pro-Am at Holt High School.

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EXCLUSIVE: Elite Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Target's Connection with Current Spartans Star a Big Plus

The Michigan State Spartans have taken an interest in 2026 point guard DeZhon Hall. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Hall discusses his connection with one of Tom Izzo's best players.

March 21, 2024, Charlotte, NC, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Tyson Walker (2) talks with coach Tom Izzo against the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

EXCLUSIVE: Elite Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Target's Gives Strengths and Places for Improvement

The Michigan State Spartans are interested in 2026 point guard DeZhon Hall. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Hall describes what he could do for the Green and White.

Michigan State's assistant head coach Chris Kapilovic on the sideline during the football game against Washington on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Surprisingly, Former MSU Football Coach Named Top Recruiter in the Country

The Michigan State Spartans saw former offensive line coach Chris Kapilovic join Alabama in February and now he has received special recognition for his recruiting ...

Manasquan s Darius Adams. NJSIAA state tournament group 2 semifinal: Middle Township vs. Manasquan Berkeley Township, NJThursday, March 2, 2023

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Top Michigan State Basketball Target Gives Update on His Recruitment

With the Nike EYBL Peach Jam concluding this weekend, top Michigan State men's basketball target Darius Adams gave an update on his recruitment.

Michigan State forward Malik Hall (25) dribbles against Mississippi State forward Jimmy Bell Jr. (15) during the second half of NCAA tournament West Region first round at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

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EXCLUSIVE: Top Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Target Recounts History with Spartans

DeZhon Hall is one of the best point guards of the 2026 class. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Hall recounts his relationship with the Spartans and sounds off on head coach Tom Izzo.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith leaves the file after the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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What Separates Current MSU Football Staff From the Mel Tucker Era in Recruiting

The Michigan State Spartans and their head coach Jonathan Smith have made it their goal to recapture their status as a top in-state recruiting power. One prep school coach thinks it's "refreshing."

Jalen Nailor sports the Spartans 'S' helmet during warmups before Michigan State's football game against Nebraska on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Set to Make Move For ATH Target

The Michigan State Spartans are targeting the state of Ohio heavily for 2026 recruits. They haven't offered defensive back and wide receiver Emoni Smith just yet, but they have an opportunity to later this month.

Olentangy s Kaden Gebhardt (34) catches a touchdown pass while Dublin Jerome s Patrick Nally (9) defends during a first-round Division I playoff game Oct. 28.

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Big Opportunity with Top Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Target in Late July

The Michigan State Spartans are targeting Ohio safety Kaden Gebhardt a four-star 2026 prospect. Gebhardt recently announced some good news for the Spartans, who are looking to get ahead in his recruitment.

Orchard Lake St. Mary s Trey McKenney drives the lane against Ann Arbor Huron s Mohamed Doumbouya during the Michigan High School Athletic Association boys basketball Division 1 semifinal at Breslin Center in East Lansing on Friday, March 15, 2024. OLSM won, 82-42.

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Big News Coming Soon From Top Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Target

Trey McKenney is one of the best basketball players in the 2025 class and a top priority for Michigan State coach Tom Izzo. He just disclosed some important news for his recruitment...

Cass Tech defender Cashus Shivers tries to tackle Southfield A&T defensive back Paydon Jones during first half action Saturday, August 26, 2023.

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EXCLUSIVE: Top Two-Way Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Target On Difference From Previous Staff

Cashus Shivers is one of the best 2025 prospects in the state of Michigan. He has been offered twice by Michigan State. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, Shivers discusses the differences between the previous and current staffs.

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EXCLUSIVE: Eye-Opening Way Prep School Helped Jonathan Smith, MSU Football in Recruiting

When it comes to the 2025 class, perhaps no school provided Michigan State with more than Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep. In this Spartan Nation exclusive, find out how St. Mary's helped Jonathan Smith beyond providing him with their own talent.