College Athletics

East Lansing High, Swartz Creek High and Grand Valley State’s female athletic directors are blazing a new path for women in sports, and hope more females will follow them into administration.

Lansing is not known as a big-time sailing destination, but MSU’s sailing club has a strong home on Lake Lansing and with each other.

The team, which was cut by MSU Athletics from its varsity roster in 2020, still has people fighting to bring the storied program back. A new pool, and a new member of the Board of Trustees, could lead to change.

The club is successful, but has to work hard to find places to practice because of a lack of competition-regulation pools on campus.

The Spartans enjoy each other’s company, both on and off the pitch, creating a competitive team mixed with fun.

Carter, who is now involved in broadcasting and initiatives to create more opportunities for future players of color.

The sport of archery is not yet in the mainstream, but Michigan State students in the club enjoy having the facilities and atmosphere to train.

Esports broadcasting, done by students over online platforms, is a growing field right alongside the sport.

The Spartans are nationally known for its men’s varsity program, but there is a women’s club team who wants to attain the same status.

The Spartans have a track record of dominating the competition in their previous league, so it was time to move up for stronger challenges.