Episode 92: Michigan State Reaches the Sweet 16 Again
Mar 26, 202644mEp. 92
Willy, Nicky, and Trav break down Michigan State's Sweet 16 matchup with UConn and the rest of the remaining NCAA Tournament field.
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A podcast about the Michigan State Spartans. MSU alums Travis Tyler, Winston Urwiller, and Nick Homberg discuss the latest news surrounding Michigan State sports.
Travis Tyler hosts Spartan Savants, a sports show with 123 episodes published.
Willy, Nicky, and Trav break down Michigan State's Sweet 16 matchup with UConn and the rest of the remaining NCAA Tournament field.
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